WELCOME TO WORSHIP
WE HEAR THE WORD PROCLAIMED SCRIPTURE — Luke 15:11-14 (pew Bible New Testament page 95) This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God. SERMON — “Wisdom and Finance”
WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT OFFERTORY Can’t Buy Me Love — Lennon & McCartney 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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EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST • OCTOBER 9, 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 GREETING OPENING PRAYER Almighty God, you have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless till they find their rest in you: Teach us to offer ourselves to your service, that here we may have your peace, and in the world to come may see you face to face; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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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WE GO AS GOD’S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD
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HYMN
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#103 Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise — ST. DENIO
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. PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE 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. MOMENT OF WITNESS
HYMN
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#451 Be Thou My Vision — SLANE
BENEDICTION
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BENEDICTION RESPONSE Emmanuel — Kenneth Wilmot Sr. Emanuel, Emanuel, his name is called Emanuel. God with us, revealed in us. His name is called Emanuel. Let every heart prepare him room. O come, O come Emanuel. God with us, revealed in us. His name is called Emanuel.
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CELEBRATION MUSIC
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SERMON NOTES
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Thank you for joining us in worship today. PARTICIPANTS IN WORSHIP PREACHING The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III Senior Minister LITURGISTS The Reverend Meg Gaston, Assoc. Minister
MUSIC Martha Bassett, vocals Matt Kendrick, bass Karen Kendrick, piano Ken Wilmot, trumpet John Wilson, drums
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ANNOUNCEMENTS • OCTOBER 9, 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.
CELEBRATIONS & CONCERNS IN MEMORIAM
WORSHIP AT CENTENARY
Nancy Ellen Ridge Kirby September 20, 2022
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.
VIEW
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.
Paul Elton King, Jr. September 20, 2022 The ministers and members of Centenary Church extend their deepest sympathy to the bereaved families and pray they may know the comfort and peace of our Heavenly Father.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
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
OUR REFUGE TODAY • 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.
Reception Desk • 336-724-6311
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).
CENTENARY LEADERSHIP CONNECTIONS 336.724.6311 + Extension (for the Minister on Call • Option 2)
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III Senior Minister
ext. 1362
Rick Gibbons Congregational Care Assistant
ext. 1342
Mary Ann Wexler Executive Director
ext. 1346
Stacy Holley Exec. Assistant to Senior Minister
ext. 1359
Jonathan Emmons Director of Music Ministries
ext. 1339
John Markle Director of Operations
ext. 1347
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
ext. 1356
ext. 1331
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
SAVE THE DATE CHRISTMAS CRAFT NIGHT SUNDAY • NOVEMBER 20 What is the best way to start the Advent season? By participating in Christmas Craft Night! This annual event will be back on Sunday, November 20 from 3:30-5:30 pm with all kinds of wonderful crafts and fellowship opportunities. Sign-ups will start online November 1 and close November 16. There are limited supplies for each craft so you’ll want to signup early. Do you want to be a part of bringing the joy to this wonderful event? This great afternoon is made successful by a tremendous group of folks doing prepwork and serving as greeters and helpers at the event. Contact Kate May to find the right spot for your gifts and talents! (kmay@centenaryws.org/ext. 1331)
ANGEL TREE IS COMING! The holidays are fast approaching and the Angel Trees will be up before you know it! This year’s angel adoption process will be all in-person so make sure to visit one of our trees to adopt an angel or two. In addition to adopting angels there are many ways that you can support our angel tree ministry! Starting in October, we can use help with data entry, putting up and decorating the trees, serving as an adoption assistant on Sunday mornings, shopping for sponsored angels, organizing gifts, and finally delivering gifts! If you would be interested in helping with any of these important pieces that make this ministry successful please contact Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1331).
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, Nov. 6 in the 4 1/2 Street lobby from Noon-2 pm. You can also visit 411.org or forsyth.cc/elections for more information and online options.
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. WALK FOR A HEALTHY HONDURAS Centenary will be walking to raise money to provide medical care for people hurting in Honduras, through our partnership with Carolina Honduras Health Foundation. The walk is Saturday, October 22 from 5:00pm – 8:30pm at The Park at Lake Louise in Mocksville, NC. If you would like to join the Centenary team or learn more about CHHF contact Rev. Meg Gaston. VOLUNTEER AT THE LEAD GIRLS OF NC EXPO LEAD Girls of NC provides the tools and resources that low-income/at-risk preteen girls must have to become productive citizens and active leaders in their communities. They are having an Expo October 28-29 at Salem College. If you would like to volunteer for this wonderful event or learn more about LEAD Girls and the work they are doing in our community contact Rev. Meg Gaston.
MUSIC & THE ARTS JMF SINGERS IN RESIDENCE We are pleased to welcome the Jason Max Ferdinand Singers to worship this morning! Learn more about the JMF Singers at www.jasonmaxferdinandsingers. com.
ART IN THE ATRIUM: CENTENARY MEMBERS’ SHOWCASE Visit the Atrium for the new exhibit - 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. INTRODUCING SIGHTINGS & SOUNDINGS Check out Centenary’s new monthly Music & Arts magazine! Find the latest edition on Centenary’s website (Music & Arts’ page), subscribe via the QR Code, or pick up a printed copy from the Music Suite.
YOUTH MINISTRY EVENTS •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) •October 23: Carrowinds/Scarrowinds (All Youth Trip) 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 11th. 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: •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!
PHOTOGRAPHERS WANTED Do you like to take pictures? Do you like to be at great church events? If this sounds like you, then let’s chat! With all the exciting things happening at Centenary and within our community, the Communications Ministry is seeking folks who enjoy taking pictures. If you are interested in learning more, please contact our Director of Communications, Doug Peninger (dpeninger@ centenary-ws.org/ ext. 1368).