WELCOME TO WORSHIP
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER O God, we give you thanks for the saints who have gone before us—those we remember and mourn today, and those in the great cloud of witnesses who were strangers to us on earth but will be kin to us in heaven. Help us to realize that we are part of each other, part of the whole world, intertwined as a net. Broaden our thinking, stretch our imagination; make us aware that, in both giving and taking, we are part of the whole. May we build upon the foundation of faith laid for us, seeking community that transcends time and space, constituted by your body, broken for us. Amen. (Adapted from a prayer by Jean Murdoch) CANTICLE All Shall Be Amen and Alleluia — James Whitbourn
WE HEAR THE WORD PROCLAIMED ALL SAINTS SUNDAY • NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • 11:00AM
SCRIPTURE — Isaiah 2:2-4 This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
THE COMMUNITY GATHERS
Please stand as you are able
GREETING INTROIT
WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT MOMENT OF WITNESS OFFERTORY Meditation — Maurice Duruflé
PRELUDE
Give Us the Wings of Faith — Howard Helvey
OPENING PRAYER Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your gift that your faithful people offer you true and laudable service: Grant that we may run without stumbling to obtain your heavenly promises; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
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HYMN OF PROCESSION #711 For All the Saints — SINE NOMINE
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AFFIRMATION OF FAITH I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
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GLORIA PATRI #71 Glory Be to the Father — GREATOREX Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
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CELEBRATION OF THE SAINTS
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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#90 Ye Watchers and Ye Holy Ones — LASST UNS ERFREUEN
BENEDICTION
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BENEDICTION RESPONSE Amen (from Geistliches Lied, Op. 31) — Johannes Brahms
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POSTLUDE
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SERMON
The prelude signifies the beginning of worship. You are invited to be in a spirit of prayer and meditation. Please silence all mobile communication devices. †
MUSIC AT COMMUNION Requiem — Giacomo Puccini
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 Receive these offerings, O Lord. We give you thanks for the blessings which you have bestowed upon us. We pray these gifts, the employment of our talents, the labor of our hands, the prayers of our hearts, and the witness of our lives will show the world the magnitude of your love and grace. Let us put you first in our lives. Use us this week to build your Kingdom. We ask this in the name of Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever more. Amen.
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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
WE HONOR THE SAINTS WHO HAVE GONE BEFORE As a congregation we join in thanking God for their lives and for their contributions to their families, church and world. November 2, 2022 - October 31, 2023 Elizabeth Stockton Wade Howard Brantley James Thomas Broyhill Kenneth Paul Carlson, Sr. Charles Wood Chatham, Sr. Norma Jean Craig Diane Buie Crichlow Ruth Ellen Tedder Crowther Pamela Ann Knostman Haisty James Buchanan Harper Jean Hon Herrmann James William Hixon Joe Jones Nelda Welch Jones David Marsh Lambert, Jr. Ruby Blackburn Lambert Mary Lynn Fidler Lambeth Carlos Blair Lowrance Richard Dean Michael, Sr. Radford Messick Moore
David Lester Pegg Bruce Scott Poland William Raymond Price, Sr. Sallie Millis Hunter Pryor Phoebe Barnhardt Satterwhite William Madison Satterwhite, Jr. Nancy Carroll Smith Sebastian Clemens Sommer Constance Campbell Southard Anna Dean Wilson Spinnett James Norman Spivey Thomas Barber Stockton Sarah Daughtry Trulove John Percy Van Zandt, Jr. Martha Bergen Van Zandt Michael John Waltrip Randolph Phillip Waugh Marion Elizabeth Freeman Williams Anita Carter Wilson
PARTICIPANTS IN WORSHIP PREACHING The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III Senior Minister LITURGISTS The Reverend Meg Peters, Assoc. Minister Tammy Pollock, Director of Youth Ministries
CRUCIFER Jack Pfefferkorn TORCHBEARERS Taylor Paris Chandler Marley FLOWERS The Chancel Flowers are given by the Church and the United Women in Faith in memory of those in our fellowship who passed away between October 15, 2022 and October 31, 2023.
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.
MUSIC Jonathan Emmons, Director of Music Ministries Joshua Sobel, Organ Scholar The Chancel Choir
RECEIVING OF ELEMENTS
The anthem texts are printed with permission. One License A-707342
MOMENT OF WITNESS Amy Goodman
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ANNOUNCEMENTS • NOVEMBER 5, 2023
WELCOME!
Learn more and register for events at www.centenary-ws.org/church-events
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 proclaimed through preaching, music, prayer and liturgy.
CELEBRATIONS & CONCERNS
IN MEMORIAM Thomas Barber Stockton October 18, 2023
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 Peters (336-724-6311 ext. 1361)/mpeters@ centenary-ws.org to schedule a time to meet.
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.
WATCH
SAVE THE DATE
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.
“NOURISH” Our all-new Wednesday evening dinner and programming night is here! Learn more about programming and sign up by scanning the QR code.
HEARING LOOP
To learn more about “Nourish” programming and register for dinner, please scan our QR code or visit www.centenaryws.org/nourish.
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
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
ext. 1362
Tammy Pollock Director of Youth Ministries
ext. 1337
Mary Ann Wexler Executive Director
ext. 1346
Rick Gibbons Congregational Care Assistant
ext. 1342
Jonathan Emmons Director of Music Ministries
ext. 1339
Stacy Holley Exec. Assistant to Senior Minister
ext. 1359
Reverend R. Craig Ford Associate Minister
ext. 1353
John Markle Director of Operations
ext. 1347
Reverend Kate May Associate Minister with Children
ext. 1331
Doug Peninger Director of Communications
ext. 1368
John Rogers Director of Information Technology
ext. 1356
Reverend Meg Peters ext. 1361 Assoc. Minister of Evangelism, Engagement & Missions
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY ANGEL TREE Angel Tree is here! The trees are up and full of Angels ready to be adopted. You can find two trees in the Narthex, one in the Reception Narthex and one at the 5th street entrance of the East Building. There is a sign-up booklet for you to put your information and mark which Angel you’d like to adopt – please follow those directions closely. When you choose an angel, also grab a big red bag with instructions on how to shop and number your gifts. We ask that gifts be returned by Wednesday, November 29 – they can be brought to Nourish. Then, join us for a wrapping party on December 3! If you’d like to sponsor an angel, or help in any other way,please contact Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws. org/ext. 1332). CHRISTMAS CRAFT NIGHT SUNDAY • NOVEMBER 19 • 3:30 PM-5:30 PM Join us for an afternoon full of Christmas craft making and family fun! This is a come and go event as your family gets to create Christmas masterpieces together. There will be options for all ages and levels of craftiness ranging from ornaments to gingerbread houses to Christmas countdowns. We will also have volunteers available to assist you in completing your projects. Use the QR code or go to the church website to register. Make sure to sign up early as there is a limited number of each craft available. Invite your friends to join in this fun tradition! For questions or if you want to volunteer, contact Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws. org/ext. 1332). SAVE THE DATE FOR KIDS DAY IN SATURDAY • DECEMBER 9 • 9:30-11:30 AM Infants through 2nd graders are invited to join us for a morning full of holiday-themed fun including crafts, games and more. The cost is $5 per kid. Registration opens Tuesday, November 7 through the Realm app or on the church website. Contact Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws.org) with any questions!
YOU CAN HELP FEED HUNGRY STUDENTS IN OUR AREA Did you know that we partner with Brunson Elementary, Wiley Middle School, Reynolds High School and the Winston Salem Street School to help fill their food pantries? At Reynolds and the Winston Salem Street School, we help stock food pantries where students can “go shopping” for food at school to take home. At Brunson and Wiley, we partner with them through the Backpack Program. If you’d like to partner with us in helping these students gain access to food over the weekends, you can do so through prayer, financial support, and volunteering to transport backpacks to schools! For more information, please contact Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1332). CONGREGATIONAL CARE STEPHEN MINISTRY We are supposed to feel grateful for our blessings, but sometimes this can be hard if our hearts are heavy with feelings of sadness, loneliness, or discouragement. It can be difficult to find room for positive thoughts. Talking with a Stephen Minister can help. Through heartfelt conversations within a compassionate, confidential setting, a Stephen Minister can offer emotional support and understanding during difficult times. 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). SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS GRIEFSHARE SEMINAR SUNDAY • NOVEMBER 12 • 3-5 PM ROOM 112 EAST BUILDING Congregational Care invites you to the GriefShare Surviving the Holidays seminar. This event includes a video featuring some of the nation’s foremost Christian experts on grief and recovery as well as group discussion to offer support and hope in navigating the holiday season. You can register for the seminar on the Events tab on the church website. For more information contact Sue Stephens (336-406-3190). WEEKLY PRAYER IN THE CHAPEL TUESDAYS • NOW - DECEMBER 19 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. MEN’S MINISTRY THEOLOGY ON TAP TUESDAY • DECEMBER 5 • 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM The Men’s Ministry of Centenary invites all men to a gathering for prayer and local ministry focus. December’s meeting is also open to women and our mission focus will be Forsyth Jail and Prison and Potter’s House. Join us at Lesser-Known Brewery at 901 South Broad Street.
YOUTH SUMMER MISSION TRIPS 2024
SUBSCRIBE TO SIGHTINGS & SOUNDINGS The newest issue of Centenary’s monthly Music & Arts magazine is now out! Subscribe via the QR code to receive your copy in your inbox each month. You can also find Sightings & Soundings on Centenary’s website (Music & Arts’ page) or pick up a printed copy from the magazine racks around campus or in the Music Suite.
As followers of Christ, we believe we are invited to go out into our community, and the world at large, to be the hands and feet of Jesus though mission work and serving others! Each summer our Youth Ministry goes out into the world, serving the Lord, in two different places. Our ‘ALL Youth’ in Mission Trip (6th-12th graders) head to Mountain TOP (Tennessee Outreach Project) June 16-22, 2024, and our Senior High Mission (9th-12th graders) Trip partners with YouthWorks to work in a different city or country every July. Next year we will be headed to Niagara Falls, NY, July 20-27, 2024. These trips are life-changing, giving you the opportunity to encounter Jesus and truly live out the Gospel message to “love God and love Neighbor.”
PEACE, HOPE & JOY: A NEIGHBORHOOD SHOWCASE “Peace, Hope & Joy: A Neighborhood Showcase,” Music & Arts’ annual community exhibit is now open! Art will be on display in the Atrium and 4 ½ Street Galleries until January 28, 2024. Artists represent our congregation (including youth!), Arbor Acres residents & the Winston-Salem Street School students. The inspiration for this holiday season showcase is Galatians 5:22: “Among the fruits of the Spirit are love, joy and peace.” We look forward to celebrating the work of each contributing artist at our reception on Sunday, November 12, from Noon – 1:30 pm. SENIOR ADULTS VETERANS BREAKFAST SATURDAY • NOVEMBER 11 • 9:00 AM MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM Our keynote speaker will be Rev. Robert Spach, retired Chaplain of Davidson College and son of the late Jule Spach. All Veterans and their families are invited to attend. There is no charge for breakfast, but donations will be accepted. To register, please contact Rev. Craig Ford. SENIOR ADULT NOVEMBER LUNCHEON THURSDAY • NOVEMBER 30 • NOON MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM Our keynote speaker will be Bishop William Willimon of Duke University Divinity School. We gather at 11:45 and lunch will be served at noon. To register, send an email to seniorlunch@centenaryws.org or call the church office during business hours. Luncheon cost is $10.00. Due to the holiday, the signup deadline is Monday, November 20. YOUTH MINISTRY Today 10:00 am: Sunday school (Youth Commons) 11:00 am: LTN set up (Memorial Auditorium) Noon-2:00 pm: Love Thy Neighbor and medical clinic (@ Memorial Auditorium) 2:15 pm: LTN clean up (Memorial Auditorium)
We hope you will pick one OR both of our trips and plan to join us! Registrations open on November 1 at 9:00 am in Realm or on our website www. centenary-ws.org/youth. CONFIRMATION 2024 Starting on January 3, 2024 (through May 19), we invite all 7th graders to join us as we meet each Wednesday night from 6:00 pm—7:30 pm to learn about God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the spiritual life, and how they form us and help us to change the way we live our lives. You will not go through this class alone; you will pick a Shepherd (a faithful adult spiritual companion from our church) who will walk beside you all throughout your Confirmation. There will be several field trips, two retreats, lots of meals, and space to ask all your questions to help us grow. The hope is that through these experiences, you will come to encounter Jesus in a very tangible way. You can register for Confirmation in Realm. For questions, contact Tammy Pollock. LOOKING AHEAD November 17: Sixers! Urban Air November 26: Youth Friendsgiving December 6: Confirmation Parents Orientation January 3, 2024: Confirmation begins! January 4, 2024: Confirmation Shepherds Orientation 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. ANNUAL CHARGE CONFERENCE There will be a Charge Conference at 12:45 pm following the Church Council meeting on Sunday, November 12 in the Dining Room.
YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL From now until Advent we will be exploring Compassion from the Inside Out. Sometimes in the bustle and energy that comes with making a difference, it can be easy for all of us to focus on action and forget that compassion calls us to interaction – with God and with those who are struggling in the world around us. Yet compassion and prayer go hand and hand: the process of growing in Christlike compassion is nurtured through reflection and listening – both to God’s word and the experiences of those around us.
MISSIONS HARVEST GIFTS Our Harvest Gifts collection for 2023 has begun. Dedication Sunday will be November 19. Upon arrival, an usher will receive your gifts in the Narthex. •Canned Meats (beef stew, chicken, tuna) •Canned Vegetables (pinto beans, potatoes, corn, peas, green beans) •Canned Fruit •Macaroni and Cheese •Peanut Butter •Bag or Box of Cookies •Spaghetti Sauce and Pasta (no glass containers) •Hearty Soup All cans should be regular sized, not family sized.
CENTENARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 646 W. FIFTH STREET • WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27101 WWW.CENTENARY-WS.ORG • 336-724-6311
MUSIC & ARTS
MONDAY • NOVEMBER 6 Joshua 9-12 & Psalm 67
THURSDAY • NOVEMBER 9 Judges 1-3 & Psalm 70
TUESDAY • NOVEMBER 7 Joshua 13-21 & Psalm 68
FRIDAY • NOVEMBER 10 Judges 4-5 & Psalm 71
WEDNESDAY • NOVEMBER 8 Joshua 22-24 & Psalm 69
SATURDAY • NOVEMBER 11 Judges 6-8 & Psalm 72
SUNDAY • NOVEMBER 12 Judges 9-12 & Psalm 73