June 6, 2021 • 11am Worship by Centenary United Methodist Church

WELCOME TO WORSHIP AT

SUNDAY • JUNE 6, 2021 11AM WORSHIP

WELCOME! Welcome to Centenary United Methodist Church. Thank you for worshiping with us today! We are grateful for your presence and invite you to participate in our worship, program and ministry life here at Centenary. We hope the worship will inspire and comfort you as we hear God’s message proclaimed. During this time, now more than ever, may the grace and love of Christ surround you.

Stay Connected with Centenary

PODCAST

Apple iTunes & Google Play

REALM CONNECT Apple iTunes & Google Play

WEBSITE

www.centenary-ws.org

FACEBOOK

centenarymethodist

OUR MISSION “The mission of the church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.”

PARTICIPATING IN WORSHIP PREACHING

The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III

LITURGISTS

The Reverend Kate May The Reverend Meg Gaston

MUSIC

June Stegall, Assistant Choral Director Susan Bates, Organist/Music Associate The Chancel Choir The Carilloneurs

FLOWERS

The Chancel flowers are given in loving memory of Mildred & Marion Nash and Nancy & Dick Crowder by Rick & Sara Crowder, Brian Crowder, and Ann Brown Crowder. The Narthex flowers are given to the glory of God and in honor of Elizabeth Allen Symons and Charles Edward Vail who were married on June 5, 2021, and in loving memory of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Paul Symons and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Edward Vail.  Musical texts are printed with permission. One License A-707342 COVER PHOTO: Easter Morning by Doug Peninger.

LET US WORSHIP Second Sunday after Pentecost • June 6, 2021

THE COMMUNITY GATHERS VOLUNTARY

With Joyful Hearts — Barbara B. Kinyon

GREETING INTROIT Psalm 96

All That Hath Life and Breath Praise Ye the Lord! — René Clausen All that hath life and breath praise ye the Lord, shout to the Lord, Alleluia! Praise Him, laud Him, Alleluia!

CALL TO WORSHIP (Jane C. Weaver, U.S.A., 20th Cent.)

Sing praises to God, O you saints, and give thanks to God’s holy name! We exalt you, O God, for you have restored us to life! We may cry through the night, but your joy comes with the morning. You hear us, O God, and you are gracious in our distress. You turn our mourning into dancing! Our souls cannot be silent! O God, our Savior, we give thanks to you for ever!

†

HYMN (found on page seven) †

#605 Wash, O God, Our Sons and Daughters — BEACH SPRING

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.

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

After each prayer, the leader may conclude: Lord, in your mercy. All may respond: Hear our prayer.

†

Please stand as you are able.

WE HEAR THE WORD PROCLAIMED CANTICLE SCRIPTURE John 3:1-21

Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart — arr. Dan R. Edwards Now there was a Pharisee, a man named Nicodemus who was a member of the Jewish ruling council. He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the signs you are doing if God were not with him.” Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.” “How can someone be born when they are old?” Nicodemus asked. “Surely they cannot enter a second time into their mother’s womb to be born!” Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit. Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. You should not be surprised at my saying, ‘You must be born again.’ The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit.” "How can this be?” Nicodemus asked. “You are Israel’s teacher,” said Jesus, “and do you not understand these things? Very truly I tell you, we speak of what we know, and we testify to what we have seen, but still you people do not accept our testimony. I have spoken to you of earthly things and you do not believe; how then will you believe if I speak of heavenly things? No one has ever gone into heaven except the one who came from heaven—the Son of Man. Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the wilderness, so the Son of Man must be lifted up, that everyone who believes may have eternal life in him.” For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because they have not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son. This is the verdict: Light has come into the world, but people loved darkness instead of light because their deeds were evil. Everyone who does evil hates the light, and will not come into the light for fear that their deeds will be exposed. But whoever lives by the truth comes into the light, so that it may be seen plainly that what they have done has been done in the sight of God. (NIV) This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.

SERMON

WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT INVITATION TO OFFERING

OFFERTORY

Draw Us in the Spirit's Tether — Harold W. Friedell Draw us in the Spirit's tether; for when humbly, in thy name, two or three are met together, Thou art in the midst of them: Alleluya! Alleluya! Touch we now thy garment's hem. As the brethren used to gather in the name of Christ to sup, then with thanks to God the Father break the bread and bless the cup, Alleluya! Alleluya! So knit thou our friendship up. All our meals and all our living make as sacraments of thee, that by caring, helping, giving, we may true disciples be. Alleluya! Alleluya! We will serve thee faithfully.

PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING (Presbyterian, U.S.A., 20th Cent.)

O God, most merciful and gracious, of whose bounty we have all received, accept this offering of your people. Remember in your love those who have brought it and those for whom it is given, and so follow it with your blessing that it may promote peace and goodwill among all peoples, and advance the kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. 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

Merciful God, we confess that we have not loved you with our whole heart. We have failed to be an obedient church. We have not done your will, we have broken your law, we have rebelled against your love, we have not loved our neighbors, and we have not heard the cry of the needy. Forgive us, we pray. Free us for joyful obedience, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Hear the good news: Christ died for us while we were yet sinners; that proves God's love toward us. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven! In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven! Glory to God. Amen

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING

The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them up to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. The pastor gives thanks appropriate for the occasion, remembering God's acts of salvation, and concludes: And so, with your people on earth and all the company of heaven we praise your name and join their unending hymn: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might. Heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. 5

The pastor continues the thanksgiving. The institution of the Lord's Supper is recalled. The pastor concludes: And so, in remembrance of these your mighty acts in Jesus Christ, we offer ourselves in praise and thanksgiving as a holy and living sacrifice in union with Christ's offering for us, as we proclaim the mystery of faith. Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again. The pastor invokes the present work of the Holy Spirit and then praises the Trinity, concluding: All honor and glory is yours, almighty Father, now and forever. Amen. 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 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

†

(found on page eight) BENEDICTION

May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you, and be gracious unto you. May the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace. Amen.

BENEDICTION RESPONSE Numbers 6:24

The Lord Bless You and Keep You — John Rutter The Lord bless you and keep you, the Lord make his face to shine upon you, and be gracious unto you. Amen.

†

VOLUNTARY

†

#384 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling — HYFRYDOL

Fugue in D Major — Johann Sebastian Bach

OUR DIGITAL WORSHIP BULLETIN IS INTERACTIVE Our digital worship bulletin is fully interactive, when viewing online. If you see a website address, simply click on the text and you will be redirected. Also, within our announcements, when you see text that is red and bold, it is a link to an email address or web page. Again, click on the text and you will be re-directed.

STEPHEN MINISTRY While our relationships with loved ones and relatives can be life-giving and enriching, there can also be challenges that are difficult to navigate. A Stephen Minister can listen to your thoughts and feelings and help you sort your way through. 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 (cford@centenary-ws.org/336.724.6311 ext. 1353), or Rev. Susannah Pittman (spittman@centenary-ws.org/336.724.6311 ext. 1357).

JUNE 6 10:00 am Sunday school (Via Zoom) 11:00 am Worship (In-person & Via Live Stream) 5:00 pm Summer Bible Study: “Dream Big”, intro (4th floor- Youth Commons)

HONDURAS MISSION TRIP If you have old, large, suitcases you no longer want, please contact Rev. Meg Gaston. The group heading to Honduras is in need of suitcases to take medications and supplies down.

TAKE OUT SUNDAY SCHOOL This summer we will offer “take out” Sunday school for families. Sign-up here, or follow the link below to receive a kit of Sunday School lessons and activities for each week in June, July and August. We’ll have a drivethru pick-up for the kits on June 6 from 4-5 pm. June 6 will be the last day of Zoom Sunday school for kids and we look forward to having in-person Sunday school starting in the fall. Sign-up link - https://forms.gle/f6RDRwcdfgtthRfSA

TEXT TO GIVE You may now text your gifts of tithes and offerings! Text cumcws to 73256 and you will be linked to enter your payment information and make your contribution.

PO Box 658 • Winston-Salem. NC 27102