WELCOME TO WORSHIP
PALM SUNDAY • APRIL 10, 2022 • 9:00AM
THE COMMUNITY GATHERS GATHERING MUSIC GREETING OPENING PRAYER
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HYMN
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Almighty God, on this day your Son Jesus Christ entered the holy city of Jerusalem and was proclaimed King by those who spread their garments and palm branches along his way. Let those branches be for us signs of his victory, and grant that we who bear them in his name may ever hail him as our Lord, and follow him in the way that leads to eternal life. In his name we pray. Amen. #280 All Glory, Laud, and Honor — ST. THEODULPH
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH
#885 A Modern Affirmation
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
After each prayer, the leader may conclude: Lord, in your mercy. All may respond: Hear our prayer.
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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.
GOD'S WORD PROCLAIMED SCRIPTURE
Luke 19:28-40 (pew Bible New Testament page 101) This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
SERMON
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Please stand as you are able.
THE COMMUNITY RESPONDS AND GIVES THANKS OFFERTORY
What Wondrous Love — American Folk Song
DOXOLOGY
#95 Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow — OLD 100th
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PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
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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.
WE GO AS GOD'S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD HYMN
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BENEDICTION
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CELEBRATION MUSIC
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#278 Hosanna, Loud Hosanna — ELLACOMBE
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Learn more and register for events at www.centenary-ws.org/engage. EASTER FLOWER CROSS
JUSTICE & RECONCILIATION
This year, as we celebrate Easter and the way God transformed the cross into a thing of beauty, we hope you will help us to decorate our flower crosses! One cross will be in the Memorial Auditorium and will be decorated during the 9AM service. The other cross will be outside of the Sanctuary to be decorated as you come in for worship or as you wait for the egg hunt! Bring flowers from your yard or grab some at the store, maybe even bring extra to share with friends who might have forgotten! Questions? Contact Kate May (ext. 1331/kmay@centenary-ws.org).
BLACK IS BEAUTIFUL The Justice & Reconciliation Ministry invites you to a guided tour of "Black is Beautiful" at the Reynolda House Museum of American Art, featuring the photography of Kwame Brathwaite. Tours will be guided by Reynolda House docents, Louise Bazemore and Wilba Brady on Sunday, April 10 from 2-3:30 pm and Tuesday, April 1210-11:30 am.
ADULT FORMATION GALLUP POLL You are invited to participate in a Gallup poll on Congregational Connection and Engagement. On Monday, April 18, an email with a link to participate in a 10- minute survey will be released to our Tuesday “Happenings” distribution list. The poll will give you a chance to share your experience of connection and engagement with the ministry and life of Centenary. For more information, contact Rev. Bret Cogan.
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY EASTER EGG HUNT • SUNDAY • APRIL 17 • 10 AM Our Easter Egg Hunt is back! We'll have an egg hunt at 10 AM on Easter (April 17) for toddlers - 5th graders. We hope you'll join us on the 5th Street Lawn! OLDER ELEMENTARY MISSION WEEK • JUNE 28-30 Rising 4th-6th graders are invited to serve and fellowship together during Older Elementary Mission Week this summer. We’ll be together Tuesday-Thursday June 28-30 from 9 AM - 3 PM with a service project in the morning and fellowship activity after lunch. The cost is $40 per participant which includes a t-shirt, daily fellowship activities, snacks, and supplies. Space is limited so register early in the Realm app or on the Engage page between April 5 and June 1. Contact Jeanette with questions or for more information (336-724-6311 ext. 1332/jjuran@centenary-ws.org).
CONGREGATIONAL CARE SELAH Used in the Psalms, "Selah" can be interpreted as an invitation to pause, listen, and reflect. During Lent, we are extended a similar invitation. Our Chapel is available for prayer and reflection. On the Wednesdays during Lent (March 9-April 13), from 11 am-1 pm, a volunteer from our Congregational Care ministries will be present in the Chapel to offer prayer and support. For questions or more information, please contact Rev. Susannah Pittman.
Admission $18; members of Reynolda House admitted free. For more information: https://reynolda.org/museum/exhibitions/blackis-beautiful-the-photography-of-kwame-brathwaite/ Register at centenary-ws.org/engage. Contact Rev. Bret Cogan or Suzanne Epermanis with any questions. UNDERSTANDING VOTER REGISTRATION UPDATES SUNDAY • APRIL 24 • 10:00AM • MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM In partnership with the League of Women voters, this event will help us navigate the recent changes, as well as inform us how to cast our vote in the upcoming election. We will have a short presentation with time for Q&A and conclude by 10:50am. For more information or if you have questions contact Rev. Bret Cogan or Suzanne Epermanis.
MISSIONS MISSION SERVICE OPPOTUNITIES Rev. Meg Gaston is compiling a list of people interested in serving on Centenary’s mission work team for future opportunities. If you are interested in joining either a multi-day trip (usually away from Winston Salem) or for a single day local activity (4-8 hours) please email Rev. Meg Gaston to let her know.
SENIOR ADULTS LUNCHEON • APRIL 21, 2022 Our speaker will be Eric Aft, the Chief Executive Officer of the Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC. The Food Bank has made an amazing impact and provided food for thousands of people in the Winston-Salem area. We will gather at 11:45 am and lunch will be served at noon. Please contact Charles Monroe to register: chasmonroe@yahoo.com. The cost of the luncheon is $10.00.
YOUTH MINISTRY SAVE THE DATE • APRIL 23, 2022 The 16th Annual Love Thy Neighbor Friends for Fashion Runway Show & Auction is coming your way. For more information or to discover exciting ways you can participate, please contact Tammy Pollock (tpollock@centenary-ws.org).
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TEXT TO GIVE Text cumcws to 73256 and you will be linked to give your gifts of tithes and offerings. CARD MINISTRY BEGINS SECOND YEAR The Centenary Card Ministry is excited to begin its second year of ministry! We are seeking volunteers to assist in writing notes of prayer and encouragement to members of our congregation and community. Please contact Rev. Susannah Pittman for more information or to volunteer.
IN MEMORIUM Jule Christian Spach March 26, 2022
Dawn Amelia Tomlinson March 29, 2022
The ministers and members of Centenary extend their deepest sympathy to the bereaved families and pray they may know the comfort and peace of our Heavenly Father.
PARTICIPATING IN WORSHIP PREACHING The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III, Senior Minister LITURGIST The Reverend Meg Gaston, Associate Minister
MUSIC Martha Bassett, vocals Matt Kendrick, bass Federico Pivetta, piano Ken Wilmot, trumpet John Wilson, drums
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