WELCOME TO WORSHIP
WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT OFFERTORY And All the People Said Amen — Maher, Moak and Morgan DOXOLOGY #95 Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow — OLD 100th Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise God, all creatures here below; praise God above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
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PRAYER OF DEDICATION Almighty and most merciful God, from you comes every good and perfect gift. We give you praise and thanks for all your mercies. Your goodness has created us, your bounty has sustained us, your discipline has chastened us, your patience has borne with us, your love has redeemed us. Give us a heart to love and serve you, and enable us to show our thankfulness for all your goodness and mercy by giving up ourselves to your service, and cheerfully submitting in all things to your blessed will; through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.
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SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST • OCTOBER 2, 2022 • 9:00AM
THE COMMUNITY GATHERS The gathering music signifies the beginning of worship. You are invited to be in a spirit of prayer and meditation. Please silence all mobile communication devices. †
Please stand as you are able
GATHERING MUSIC My Lighthouse — Rend Collective Experiment GREETING OPENING PRAYER O Lord, Hear the prayers of your people who call upon you; and grant that they may both perceive and know what things they ought to do, and also may have grace and power faithfully to fulfill them; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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HYMN
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#557 Blest Be the Tie that Binds — PORT JERVIS
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare:
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We believe in God the Father, infinite in wisdom, power, and love, whose mercy is over all his works, and whose will is ever directed to his children’s good. We believe in Jesus Christ, Son of God and Son of man, the gift of the Father’s unfailing grace, the ground of our hope, and the promise of our deliverance from sin and death. We believe in the Holy Spirit as the divine presence in our lives, whereby we are kept in perpetual remembrance of the truth of Christ, and find strength and help in time of need. We believe that this faith should manifest itself in the service of love as set forth in the example of our blessed Lord, to the end that the kingdom of God may come upon the earth. Amen.
WE CELEBRATE HOLY COMMUNION INVITATION TO COMMUNION Christ our Lord invites to his table all who love him, who earnestly repent of their sin and seek to live in peace with one another. Therefore, let us confess before God and one another. CONFESSION AND PARDON The congregation is invited to follow the communion liturgy beginning on page 12 of the hymnal. THE GREAT THANKSGIVING THE LORD’S PRAYER Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen. RECEIVING OF ELEMENTS RESPONSE
WE HEAR THE WORD PROCLAIMED SCRIPTURE — Genesis 2:4-25 (pew Bible Old Testament page 2) This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God. SERMON — “Enough: When the Dream Becomes a Nightmare”
IN CHRIST ALONE Music and lyrics by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend First verse: In Christ alone my hope is found He is my light my strength my song This Cornerstone this solid Ground Firm through the fiercest drought and storm What heights of love what depths of peace When fears are stilled when strivings cease My Comforter my All in All Here in the love of Christ I stand Second Verse: In Christ alone who took on flesh Fullness of God in helpless babe This gift of love and righteousness Scorned by the ones He came to save Till on that cross as Jesus died The wrath of God was satisfied For every sin on Him was laid Here in the death of Christ I live Third Verse: There in the ground His body lay Light of the world by darkness slain Then bursting forth in glorious Day Up from the grave He rose again And as He stands in victory Sin’s curse has lost its grip on me For I am His and He is mine Bought with the precious blood of Christ Fourth Verse: No guilt in life no fear in death This is the power of Christ in me From life’s first cry to final breath Jesus commands my destiny No power of hell no scheme of man Can ever pluck me from His hand Till He returns or calls me home Here in the power of Christ I’ll stand
CLOSING PRAYER Eternal God, we give you thanks for this holy mystery in which you have given yourself to us. Grant that we may go into the world in the strength of your Spirit, to give ourselves for others, in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
WE GO AS GOD’S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD HYMN
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PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE MOMENT OF WITNESS
Thank you for joining us in worship today.
In Christ Alone — Keith Getty and Stuart Townend
BENEDICTION
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PARTICIPANTS IN WORSHIP PREACHING The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III Senior Minister LITURGISTS The Reverend Susannah Pittman, Assoc. Minister
MUSIC Eddie Pollock, Band Leader Lydia Berger • Nathan Clark • Sam Clark Matthew Epermanis • Joanna Holden • Jacob Hollar • Larry Hollar • Amy Goodman • Lilly Robbins
BENEDICTION RESPONSE Stillness (Speak to Me) — Aaron Shust
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CELEBRATION MUSIC As It Is in Heaven — Matt Maher and Ed Cash
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ANNOUNCEMENTS • OCTOBER 2, 2022
WELCOME!
Learn more and register for events at www.centenary-ws.org/engage
The congregation and staff of Centenary welcome you to today’s worship. It is our honor to have you with us! Our ministers, staff, welcome team and ushers are happy to assist you with any questions you may have. We hope our worship will inspire, comfort and challenge you as we hear God’s message proclamed through preaching, music, prayer and liturgy.
WORSHIP AT CENTENARY SUNDAYS
9:00 am • Memorial Auditorium 11:00 am • Sanctuary
MEMBERSHIP
We are eager to share Centenary’s story with you. If you are interested in learning about church membership, please contact Rev. Meg Gaston (336-724-6311 ext. 1361)/mgaston@ centenary-ws.org to schedule a time to meet.
WATCH
Each Sunday morning, our 11:00 am worship service is broadcast on the Internet through our Live Stream. Visit www.centenary-ws.org. Once there, scroll to the bottom of the home page and click on either Live Stream or the Live Stream arrow.
HEARING LOOP
Our Sanctuary is fitted with a Hearing Loop system. Please switch your hearing device to T-coil. If you need a listening device, please contact one of our ushers. Be sure to sit in the pews located on the floor of the Nave.
LEARN MORE ABOUT CENTENARY
There is always something happening at Centenary and we invite you to join us. To learn more about Centenary ministries and events, visit our website at www.centenary-ws.org. You may also contact our receptionist who will guide you to the appropriate ministry area.
STAY CONNECTED
ALTAR GUILD
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
ALTAR GUILD GATHERINGS NEW MEMBERS WELCOME! Current members and those wishing to join the Altar Guild are invited to two opportunities for updates and social time this Wednesday, October 5, 11:30 am (Room 116) for lunch and/or 5:30 pm (2624A Greenbrier Road, 27104) for cheese & crackers. If you’re planning to attend, please contact Ginger Thomas (gingerthomas680@gmail.com) or Laura Dillard (alg.dillard@gmail.com).
PLAYDATE SATURDAY • OCTOBER 8 • 9 AM - 10:30 AM Families with infants through two-year-olds are invited to a playdate at Centenary on October 8! Come anytime from 9 - 10:30 am. We’ll gather on the first floor of the East Building in the play place for a time of free play and fellowship for kids and their grown-ups! Friends are welcome.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE OUR REFUGE SUNDAY • OCTOBER 9 • 5 PM MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM The Shining Light on Mental Health Ministry and Stephen Ministry invite you to a special program: “Our Refuge” Finding HOPE in the Psalms Among Mental Health Challenges.” Dr. Warren Kinghorn, M.D., TH.D, Professor, Duke University Medical and Divinity School, will be our guest speaker. Music by Art Bloom. For questions or more information, please contact Rev. Susannah Pittman. STEPHEN MINISTRY Aging can be a difficult process filled with loss and change. A friend had a difficult time after the loss of her husband and moving to a retirement community alone. Her Stephen Minister provided a listening, caring heart that helped her find peace. If you or someone you know could benefit from Stephen Ministry, please contact Deena Morgan (336-692-2314), Wilba Brady (336-723-6236), Rev. Craig Ford (336-724-6311 ext. 1353) or Rev. Susannah Pittman (336-724-6311 ext. 1357).
Reception Desk • 336-724-6311
CENTENARY LEADERSHIP CONNECTIONS 336.724.6311 + Extension (for the Minister on Call • Option 2) Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III Senior Minister
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Rick Gibbons Congregational Care Assistant
ext. 1342
Mary Ann Wexler Executive Director
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Stacy Holley Exec. Assistant to Senior Minister
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Jonathan Emmons Director of Music Ministries
ext. 1339
John Markle Director of Operations
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Reverend R. Craig Ford Associate Minister
ext. 1353
Doug Peninger Director of Communications
ext. 1368
Reverend Meg Gaston ext. 1361 Assoc. Minister of Evangelism, Engagement & Missions
Tammy Pollock Director of Youth Ministries
ext. 1337
Reverend Kate May Associate Minister with Children
John Rogers Director of Information Technology
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Reverend Susannah Pittman ext. 1357 Associate Minister of Congregational Care & Adult Formation CENTENARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 646 W. FIFTH STREET • WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27101 WWW.CENTENARY-WS.ORG • 336-724-6311
SHINING LIGHT ON MENTAL HEALTH Shining Light on Mental Health is pleased to help raise awareness of a new 3-digit number that expands resources and support for those experiencing a mental health crisis. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) offers 24/7 call, text and chat access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing suicidal, substance use, and/or mental health crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress. People can also dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. For more information about 988, please visit Lifeline (988lifeline.org). Please contact Rev. Susannah Pittman if the pastoral team or Shining Light on Mental Health team can support you in your journey. You do not journey alone.
Park on the street by the Fifth Street entrance to the East Building or in the Fifth Street parking lot across from the sanctuary and carefully make your way to the Fifth Street entrance to the East Building. Questions? Contact Kate May (kmay@ centenary-ws.org).
JUSTICE & RECONCILIATION VOTER REGISTRATION & ELECTION INFORMATION Have you changed your address? Not sure if you’re registered, or need help registering? Need to know early voting locations or what the ballot will look like? Stop by our voter registration table for help with these and other questions, on Sunday, Oct. 2 in the 4 1/2 Street lobby. You can also visit 411.org or forsyth.cc/elections for more information and online options.
CHILDREN’S MUSIC & ART NIGHT CONTINUES It is not too late for children ages 2 through 6th grade to join us every Thursday night from 5:00-6:35 pm for Children’s Music & Art Night! Programming includes choir, handbells, handchimes, Kindermusik, art and more! Dinner is available from 4:30-6:30 pm. Donations are collected weekly on site. Adult supervision is required for dinner. (Children ages 2-3 are dismissed at 5:40 pm. Participation requires adult accompaniment.) For more information, please contact Music Ministry Assistant, Virginia Sheffield (vsheffield@centenary-ws.org/336-7246311 ext. 1338). ART IN THE ATRIUM: NEW EXHIBIT COMING! Today is your last opportunity to view the paintings of local artist Steve Childs in the Atrium Gallery (formerly the Art Room). Selected pieces are still available for purchase. 40% of proceeds will benefit City with Dwellings. Tomorrow marks the installation of Genesis: A New Creation, featuring the art of Centenary artists. Pieces will be displayed in the Atrium Gallery and in the first-floor hallway between the Dining Room and the Atrium. THE CHANCEL CHOIR: A NEW LOOK The Chancel Choir marks the beginning of the Stewardship season filled with gratitude and thanksgiving for new choir robes and new folders. New folders are provided in loving memory of M. Sue Morgan by her daughter, Anne L. Morgan. Sue loved Centenary’s music ministry and was thrilled to have the opportunity to express her faith through music as a member of the congregation and Chancel Choir. Sue believed that, in singing, it was possible to speak and pray at the same time.
YOUTH MINISTRY MISSIONS RISE AGAINST HUNGER SUNDAY • OCTOBER 16 • 2-4 PM COMMUNITY ROOM Centenary is doing Rise Against Hunger on October 16 from 2-4 pm in the Community Room. Set up will start at 12:30 pm. We look forward to packing as many meals as possible. Contact Rev. Meg Gaston (mgaston@centenary-ws.org) if you have any questions.
MUSIC & THE ARTS JMF SINGERS IN RESIDENCE OCTOBER 8-9 Mark your calendars for a weekend you won’t want to miss. The Jason Max Ferdinand Singers, a renowned California-based professional choir, will present a FREE concert in our sanctuary Saturday, October 8, at 7 pm. A pre-concert prelude at 6:30 pm will feature the Winston-Salem Girls’ Chorus and the Winston-Salem State University Singing Rams! They’ll return on October 9 to lead 11 am worship. Learn more about the JMF Singers at www.jasonmaxferdinandsingers.com.
EVENTS •October 2: Love thy Neighbor •October 9: Middle School Youth @5:00 pm & Senior High Youth @6:30 pm •October 16: Rise Against Hunger @2:00 pm (No Normal Youth Group) For more information or to sign up to receive Youth Ministry updates by email, contact Tammy Pollock (tpollock@centenary-ws.org). Or follow us on Instagram @centenary_youth. SUNDAY SCHOOL Join us every Sunday at 10:00 am on the fourth floor for Youth Sunday school taught by our interim associate Andrew Epermanis. There will be snacks and time for fellowship before the lesson every week! We will be starting a new study, Jesus Creed, on September 11. Until then, we are looking at how Jesus is discussed in the book of Mark. LOVE THY NEGHIBOR One Sunday a month, the youth and other church volunteers work together to provide a hot meal and medical clinic for our homeless and marginally housed neighbors from all around Winston. This is a beautiful time of community building that we hope you will feel called to join us for. LTN takes place from 12pm – 2pm on the following Sundays: •October 2, 2022 •November 6, 2022 •December 4, 2022 •January 8, 2023 •February 5, 2023 •March 5, 2023 •April 16, 2023 •May 7, 2023 Please Arrive early to help us set up at 11:00 am!
WHEN HELPING HURTS: STARTS OCT. 5 Rev. Meg Gaston’s class “When Helping Hurts” begins on October 5. You can still register for this important class as we learn new ways of doing missions in our community. Register at www. centenary-ws.org/engage.
CHARGE CONFERENCE ACTION ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2022 On Sunday, September 11, the Charge Conference of Centenary voted to sell the church owned property at 633 and 635 W. Fourth Street and the parking lot on Holly Avenue (behind the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel). In early October, the Board of Trustees will be vetting potential commercial real estate brokers to assist them in marketing the properties. If you are a member of the congregation, a commercial broker, and wish to be considered for this opportunity, please contact Mary Ann Wexler, Executive Director, via email (mwexler@centenaryws.org) to obtain a copy of the Trustees’ Request for Proposal. RFPs will be due by October 5.