TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST • NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • 11:00AM
THE COMMUNITY GATHERS
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.
PRELUDE
Laudamus — arr. Arnold Sherman
GREETING
INTROIT
Hymn of Praise — René Clausen
Alleluia, alleluia, praise God in his holy temple. Amen, amen, Alleluia, Amen.
†OPENING PRAYER
O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
†HYMN OF PROCESSION
#98 To God Be the Glory — TO GOD BE THE GLORY
†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.
†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.
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.
(Children, kindergartners through third grade, are invited to exit the Sanctuary for Children’s Worship. Children will return to reserved pews in the Sanctuary at the close of worship.)
WE HEAR THE WORD PROCLAIMED
CANTICLE
Locus Iste — Philip W. J. Stopford
This place was made by God; a priceless sacrament, it is without reproach.
SCRIPTURE — 2 Corinthians 9:1-5
This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
SERMON
WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT
OFFERTORY
Prayer for Peace — Michael Helman
†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.
†PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
Receive these gifts, O Lord. May they be magnified by your Holy Spirit to teach your children about your love, to show the world your grace, to bring healing to the broken hearted, to comfort the grieving, to embrace the needy, and to praise your name. We offer ourselves as instruments of your peace to the world. We offer our talents, our time, and our gifts to you. Use us as you will. Deploy us for your benevolence. Transform our hearts as we transform the world. We pray this in your Holy name. Amen.
WE GO AS GOD’S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD
†HYMN
#92 For the Beauty of the Earth — DIX
†BENEDICTION
†BENEDICTION RESPONSE
Go Now in Peace — Robert Lau
Go now in peace, and may God’s peace go with you. Believe and trust His holy word. Amen.
†POSTLUDE
Thank you for joining us in worship today.
PARTICIPANTS IN WORSHIP
PREACHING
The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III, Senior Minister
LITURGIST
Tammy Pollock, Director of Youth Ministries
MUSIC
Jonathan Emmons, Director of Music Ministries
Joshua Sobel, Organ Scholar
The Chancel Choir
Sam Howell, Music Ministry Intern
Carillonneurs, Camille Jones, Director
CRUCIFER
Mac Packard
TORCHBEARERS
Elle Reid
George Schultz
FLOWERS
The Chancel Flowers are given in loving memory of William Andrew Copenhaver by his grandchildren Caroline, Pierce, Smoak, and Locke Copenhaver and Annie, Henri, and Spencer Fraise.
WELCOME!
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.
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.
WATCH
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, click on the link at the top of the home page.
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
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 ext. 1362
Senior Minister
Mary Ann Wexler ext. 1346
Executive Director
Jonathan Emmons ext. 1339
Director of Music Ministries
Reverend Oliver Helsabeck ext. 1357
Associate Minister for Congregational Care
Reverend Kate May ext. 1331
Associate Minister with Children
Reverend Meg Peters ext. 1361
Associate Minister of Outreach
Tammy Pollock ext. 1337 Director of Youth Ministries
Stacy Holley ext. 1359
Adult Discipleship Specialist & Pastoral Assistant
John Markle ext. 1347 Director of Operations
Doug Peninger ext. 1368 Director of Communications
John Rogers ext. 1356 Director of Information Technology
CENTENARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
646 W. FIFTH STREET • WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27101
HTTPS://CENTENARY-WS.ORG • 336-724-6311
ANNOUNCEMENTS • NOVEMBER 10, 2024
Learn more and register for events at www.centenary-ws.org/church-events
POINSETTIAS FOR ADVENT
You have the opportunity to recognize your loved ones as we decorate our church for the holidays. Poinsettias can be purchased for $20 each. Orders with payment must be received by November 30, 2024. To order, go to the Give tab on the Centenary website. Once on the tab, select Give/Contribute from the dropdown menu. Once on the link, select Christmas Poinsettias in the fund menu. Be sure to note IMO (In Memory Of) or IHO (In Honor Of ) and add names in the memo line. You may also mail a check to the business office. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Ann Wexler mwexler@ centenary-ws.org/ext.1346).
ADULT FORMATION
SAVE THE DATE!
Centenary Womens Retreat
April 4-6, 2025
Lake Junaluska Conference & Retreat Center
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
PARTNER WITH US TO HELP FEED KIDS IN WINSTON-SALEM
With Thanksgiving and Christmas coming up, we will be sending more food home with children to help make up the difference during the school breaks. In addition to partnering with the Backpack Program, organized by Second Harvest Food Bank, we will be sending bags of food home for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Please consider a financial donation to help make this possible. If you’re interested or have questions, please contact Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws.org/ ext. 1332).
CHRISTMAS CRAFT NIGHT
SUNDAY • NOVEMBER 24
COME AND GO BETWEEN 3:30 - 5:30 PM
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
GRIEFSHARE: SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS SUNDAY • NOVEMBER 24 • 2-4 PM ROOM 115 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. GriefShare leaders Sue Stephens and Paul Briggs will lead the seminar and can provide additional information. Register by emailing Rev. Oliver Helsabeck (ohelsabeck@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1357).
MEN’S MINISTRY
THEOLOGY ON TAP
DECEMBER 3 • 5:30 PM
Centenary UMC Men invite everyone to join them for the Advent Theology on Tap gathering. We will gather at Lesser Known Brewery (901 South Broad Street) on Tuesday, December 3 from 5:30 pm - 7 pm. Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy fellowship and help support a number of ministries with a gift. For more details, please contact Tom Lawson at 336-577-2223.
MISSIONS
HARVEST
GIFTS
Our Harvest Gifts collection for 2024 has begun. Dedication Sunday will be November 24. Upon arrival, an usher will receive your gifts in the Narthex. All cans should be regular sized, not family sized.
• Canned Meats (beef stew, chicken, tuna, salmon)
• Canned Vegetables(pinto beans, potatoes, corn, peas, green beans)
SUBSCRIBE TO SIGHTINGS & SOUNDINGS
CONFIRMATION 2025
The newest issue of Centenary’s monthly Music & Arts magazine is out now! 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.
SENIOR ADULTS
LUNCHEON
THURSDAY • NOVEMBER 21 • NOON MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
This month’s presentation is from Centenary’s Congregational Care Ministries. Members will share about their respective ministries and how we show care and love for our congregation and community. 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 sign-up deadline is Wednesday, November 13.
UNITED WOMEN IN FAITH
SANCTUARY ORNAMENT
The Centenary ornaments have arrived and are ready for pick up. You can pick up ornaments at Nourish on Wednesdays from 5 pm - 6 pm or on Sundays after the 9 am and 11 am services. We will have the ornaments at the 4 1/2 Street entrance on those days. Ornaments are also available to purchase. We will be at the 4 1/2 Street entrance during Nourish on Wednesdays and at 10 am on Sundays. We will be on the front lawn on Sundays after the 11 am service. If you need to arrange a different time please contact Susan Grubbs at shgrubbs4@gmail.com
YOUTH MINISTRY
Today 10:00 am: Youth Sunday school
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Middle school Angel Tree Shopping (@Target on Hanes Mall Blvd.)
Join us as a family and create Christmas decorations to be the first ones on display for the season! There are 8 crafts to choose from, with options available for all ages! Registration is open and will close November 20! Use the QR code to register - there are limited quantities of each craft! If you can’t come to the event, we will have take-out kits available.
KIDS DAY IN SATURDAY • DECEMBER 14
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. Register using the QR code. Contact Anna Thomas (athomas@centenaryws.org) with any questions!
• Hearty Soups
• Canned Spaghetti Sauce(no glass containers)
• Spaghetti Noodles
• SpaghettiOs
• Macaroni & Cheese
• Bag or Box of Cookies
• Hearty Soup
MUSIC
& ARTS
ART IN THE ATRIUM OPEN HOUSE TODAY • NOON - 1:30 PM ATRIUM GALLERY
Join us as we celebrate our community’s artistic talents! “All Things Bright & Beautiful: A Neighborhood Showcase,” Music & Arts’ annual community exhibit, opens today with a public reception. Art will be displayed in the Atrium and 4 1⁄2 Street Galleries until January 5, 2025. Artists represent our congregation (including youth!) and Arbor Acres residents. See you in the gallery!
SAVE THE DATE: FESTIVAL OF NINE LESSONS & CAROLS SUNDAY • DECEMBER 15 • PRELUDE AT 4:30 PM • SERVICE AT 5:00 PM
Join the Centenary Choir, Festival Chorus, Carillonneurs, Youth Choir Collective, St. Paul UMC choirs, Winston-Salem Choral Academy, and orchestra for this beloved service.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm: ALL youth dinner at Mario’s Pizza (next to Target)
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Senior High Angel Tree Shopping (@ Target on Hanes Mall Blvd.) **We ask all youth bring $20 to contribute to our shopping spree for our little angels.**
November 12
7:00 pm: Twin City Conference game: Centenary vs. First Presbyterian (@Fulton YMCA)
November 17
10:00 am: Youth Sunday school
6:00 pm: ALL youth and our families are invited to the 3rd Annual Stroll into Light Candlelight Walk for Mental Health Awareness (@Mount Tabor High School). Gate opens at 5:00pm. Register to walk or to sponsor a walker. Let’s walk together to remember that we are never alone.
Starting on January 8, 2025 (through May 18), we invite all 7th graders to join our Confirmation class. We will 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. The hope is that through these experiences, you will come to encounter Jesus in a very real way and that encounter will change the way you live your life! For more information contact Tammy Pollock (tpollock@centenaryws.org).
LOOKING AHEAD
November 15: Sixers! Goes to Urban Air November 17: Stroll into Light event November 24: Operation Christmas Child mission project
December 22: ALL Youth Christmas Coffee House
January 8: 2025 Confirmation begins January 10 & 11: Junior/Senior Retreat to Blowing Rock
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.
CHARGE CONFERENCE
Centenary will hold its annual Charge Conference today at 12:45 pm. The business of the charge conference will include setting salaries for the four appointed clergy and approving the lay leadership for Centenary for the coming year. The voting members of the Charge Conference are members of the Church Council, the lay delegates to the annual conference, and retired clergy for whom Centenary holds their charge conference membership. Members of the church may attend the meeting.
ANGEL TREE
The trees are up and full of Angels ready to be adopted. You can find a tree 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 at each tree for you to record which angel you are adopting and provide your contact information. Make sure to grab a big red bag with instructions on how to shop and number your gifts. We ask that gifts be returned by Wednesday, December 4. Then, join us for a wrapping party on December 8! If you’d like to sponsor an angel, or help in any other way, please contact Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1332).
