SUNDAY • MAY 5, 2024
“To Be the Church: To Be A Disciple”
Luke 9:20-25
Preaching
Rev. Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III Senior Minister
Liturgist
Rev. Meg Peters Associate Minister of Outreach
Music
Keith Byrd Alternative Music Leader
Zakiyyah Niang, Vocalist
Ahmad Johnson, Vocalist
Noah Clark, Guitarist
Doug Wright, Bassist
Jacob Anflick, Drummer
OLDER ELEMENTARY MISSION WEEK
JUNE 25-27 • 9 AM – 3 PM
IN MEMORIAM
Emmie Lou James Long
January 30, 2024
The ministers and members of Centenary extend their deepest sympathy to the bereaved family and pray they may know the comfort and peace of our Heavenly Father.
ADULT FORMATION
MADE IN THE IMAGE: ART AS A SOURCE FOR THEOLOGICAL REFLECTION
SUNDAY MAY 19 • 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM SECCA (NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUM OF ART, WINSTON-SALEM)
Our group will gather at SECCA to view the exhibition From Alpha to Creation: Religion in the Deep South. We will then use one of the pieces from the exhibition as a springboard to guided discussion and reflection as we make connections with scripture and our own experiences and beliefs, ultimately asking how God may be leading us. Facilitators for this program are Centenary’s Adult Discipleship Specialist, Stacy Holley, and Chair of Music & Arts, Dr. Steve Martin. Space is limited to 14 and the cost is $20 per person which includes an optional guided tour of the exhibit. Please register by Sunday, May 12. For more information, please contact Stacy Holley (sholley@centenary-ws.org).
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
SCUBA VBS
JULY 29-AUGUST 1 • 9 AM - NOON Adventure awaits us, as we dive into friendship with God in our SCUBA Vacation Bible School! We hope all 4-year-olds through rising 6th graders will join us! Register using the QR code or through the Events and Links page of the church website. For more information, contact Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1331).
YOU CAN HELP MAKE VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL A SUCCESS!
This summer we will be taking our kids on a Super Cool Underwater Bible Adventure for Vacation Bible School where we hope that they will be immersed in the knowledge that God loves them and so do we! In order for that to happen we need your gifts and talent and time! There is a place for everyone at Vacation Bible School whether you want to help with crafts, or snacks or you want to be a small group shepherd or a crossing guard. Perhaps you can’t be with us in person but you’d be able to help with prep work, no matter what your gifts and talents and time commitment are you can use them at vacation Bible School! Contact Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1331) and let her know you want to be a part of the VBS team!
We hope our rising 4th – 6th graders can join us for a time to serve the community and have fun with friends! Registration is open and space is limited to register early! You can register using the QR code or through the Events and Links page of the church website. Contact Kate May (kmay@ centenary-ws.org/ext. 1331) for more information.
BE A PART OF THE SUNDAY SCHOOL TEAM
Do you love spending time with elementary aged kids? Are you filled with joy by their questions and observations about the world? Are you energized by sharing God’s love with kids? Then you should consider being a part of our Sunday School team! This team is made up of amazing folks just like you who commit for one school year to serve as a small group or large group leader. Using provided lesson plans large group leaders share a Bible story in an engaging and hands on way with a mixed group of kids ages 1st-5th grade. Small group leaders build relationships with one age group of kids while facilitating activities that build on the large group learning. If you are interested or have questions, reach out to Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org/ ext. 1331).
KITCHEN SUNDAY SCHOOL BEGINS JUNE 2 FOR K-5TH GRADERS!
This summer our Sunday school forces will combine for a delicious cooking and learning experience for kindergarteners through fifth graders. Throughout the summer our kids will gather in the Community Room at 10 am and then head into the East Building kitchen to experience a Bible story through food! Rev. Kate May will be leading our lessons but each week we will have a grown up helper to make sure we all have a yummy time! Want to join us? Reach out to Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1331).
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
REFRESH: WEEKLY PRAYER IN THE CHAPEL TUESDAYS • NOW – MAY 28 NOON- 12:30PM
You are invited for a time of prayer each week in our Chapel. Resources will be provided for a time of independent reflection and contemplation.
STEPHEN MINISTRY
I haven’t been the same since my mother passed away 2 years ago. I’m exhausted, irritable, and often withdrawn. I’ve been so busy taking care of my surviving father and my own family that I didn’t allow myself time to grieve her death. It’s time now, and I’m receiving much needed help from my Stephen Minister.
If you or someone you know could benefit from Stephen Ministry, please contact Deena Morgan (336-692-2314) or Wilba Brady (336-723-6236).
JUSTICE & RECONCILIATION
HOW CAN WE CHANGE THE STORY?
GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION
TODAY • 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
Join us for our next panel discussion about social issues impacting our community. Guest panelists are Curtis Friday (Cure Violence/Forsyth Winston, Program Manager), Tricia McManus (WSFCS, Superintendent), Dr. Irish Spencer (Families Against Senseless Killing, President), Lt. Tyler Walley (WSPD, Gang Unit and Gun Crime Reduction Unit, Supervisor) and Dr. Erica Payton Foh (UNC Greensboro, Associate Professor, Public Health Education, Moderator).
MUSIC & ARTS
THE RALEIGH RINGERS TODAY • 4 PM
The Raleigh Ringers are here! We are thrilled to present this internationally acclaimed, Emmy-nominated, concert handbell choir that dazzles their audiences. Join us for an unforgettable program. Tickets can be purchased via the QR Code for $20/adult and $5/ child (12 & under) or at the door.
CHILDREN’S MUSIC & ARTS SPRING FINALE TODAY • 11 AM
Centenary’s children and youth lead music alongside young people from across the Triad! This finale to our CAE program year includes inaugural collaborations between our Creative Arts Experience participants, the members of the Youth Choir Collective on Fifth, and children and youth choristers from First Baptist Church, Greensboro. We are glad to welcome these young musicians to worship today!
SIGN UP NOW FOR CHILDREN’S MUSIC & ART CAMP 2024
July 15 - 18, 2024
SENIOR ADULTS
LUNCHEON
THURSDAY • MAY 16 • NOON MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
This month’s keynote is Centenary’s Director of Information Technology, John Rogers, who will speak about cybersecurity. We gather at 11:45 am and lunch will be served at noon. To register, send an email to seniorlunch@centenary-ws.org or call the church office during business hours. Luncheon cost is $10.00 and the signup deadline is Wednesday, May 8.
YOUTH MINISTRY
Today
11:00 am: LTN set up Noon-2:00 pm: Love Thy Neighbor lunch & medical clinic 2:15 pm: LTN clean up
YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL
Join us every Sunday at 10:00 am on the fourth floor (@Youth Commons) for ALL youth Sunday School. As always there are breakfast snacks, coffee & drinks, and friends & fellowship before the lesson every week!
Join us for our series in Youth Sunday school, “Faith Face to Face”. This new series is all about exploring your questions of faith. We asked you what your questions are; you told us what you’re wondering about, and together we will find the answers! In 1 Corinthians 14: 33 we are reminded that “God is a God not of confusion, but of peace”. We can’t wait for you to be part of this great opportunity to take one question of faith each week and seek God’s wisdom so that we might more grow in the likeness and love of Jesus.
LOOKING AHEAD
May 10: Sixers! End of the year picnic at Bailey Park May 19: Confirmation Sunday
CMA Camp is offered for infants through rising 5th graders. Offerings include singing, handbells, handchimes, creative movement, art, Kindermusik, and more! Snacks are provided daily. The week ends with a camper-led worship service on Thursday at 12:30 PM followed by a reception to celebrate the accomplishments of each child during camp. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled week! Register via the QR Code today! For more information, please contact Music Ministry Assistant, Virginia Sheffield (vsheffield@centenary-ws.org).
June 2: Graduation Recognition Sunday & Summer Kick-Off!
July 20-28: YouthWorks Senior High mission trip (Niagara Falls, NY)
July 29-August 1: Vacation Bible School
August 11: LTN
August 11: 6th grade Promotion Party
August 18: Sunday school Open House & Fall Kickoff!
For more information or to sign up to receive Youth Ministry updates by email, contact Tammy Pollock (tpollock@centenary-ws.org). Follow us on Instagram @centenary_youth.
MONDAY • MAY 6
Matthew 27-28 & Psalm 94
TUESDAY • May 7
Mark 1-2 & Psalm 95
WEDNESDAY • MAY 8
Mark 3-4 & Psalm 96
SUNDAY • MAY 12
Mark 11-12 & Psalm 100
THURSDAY • MAY 9
Mark 5-6 & Psalm 97
FRIDAY • MAY 10
Mark 7-8 & Psalm 98
SATURDAY • MAY 11
Mark 9-10 & Psalm 99
