PRELUDE
GREETING
WELCOME TO WORSHIP
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.
BAPTISM
BAPTISMAL RESPONSE
Do you as Christ’s body, the church, reaffirm both your rejection of sin and your commitment to Christ? We do.
WE GO AS GOD’S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD
†HYMN #365 Grace Greater Than Our Sin — MOODY
RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERS
We give thanks for all that God has already given you and we welcome you in Christian love. As members together with you in the body of Christ and in this congregation of the United Methodist Church, we renew our covenant faithfully to participate in the ministries of the church by our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service, and our witness, that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ.
†BENEDICTION
THIRD
SUNDAY IN LENT • MARCH 12, 2023 • 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.
O Lamm Gottes, unschuldig (O Lamb of God, Innocent), BWV 618 — J. S. Bach
INTROIT You Do Not Walk Alone — Rodgers & Hammerstein
†CALL TO WORSHIP
I lift up my eyes to the mountains— where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. He will not let your foot slip— he who watches over you will not slumber;
Indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. The Lord watches over you— the Lord is your shade at your right hand; The sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon by night. The Lord will keep you from all harm— he will watch over your life; The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.
(Psalm 121)
†HYMN OF PROCESSION
#117 O God, Our Help in Ages Past — ST. ANNE
†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.
Will you nurture one another in the Christian faith and life and include Lucy, now before you, in your care?
With God’s help we will proclaim the good news and live according to the example of Christ. We will surround Lucy with a community of love and forgiveness, that she may grow in her service to others. We will pray for her, that she may be a true disciple who walks in the way that leads to life.
HYMN #191 Jesus Loves Me — JESUS LOVES ME (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
SCRIPTURE — Luke 19:1-10
This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
SERMON — “Disciple: A Heart for Seekers”
WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT
†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 Prelude and Fugue in E Minor, BWV 533 — J. S. Bach
Thank you for joining us in worship today.
SERMON NOTES
OFFERTORY
You Do Not Walk Alone — Elaine Hagenberg
May you see God’s light on the path ahead when the road you walk is dark. May you always hear even in your hour of sorrow, the gentle singing of the lark. When times are hard may hardness never turn your heart to stone. May you always remember when the shadows fall – You do not walk alone.
†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
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.
PARTICIPANTS IN WORSHIP
PREACHING
The Reverend Susannah Pittman Assoc. Minister
LITURGIST
The Reverend Meg Peters, Assoc. Minister
The Reverend R. Craig Ford Assoc. Minister
The Reverend Kate May, Assoc. Minister
MUSIC
June Stegall, Assistant Music Director
Joshua Sobel, Organ Scholar
The Chancel Choir
Alden Pridgen, mezzo-soprano
The anthem texts are printed with permission. One License A-707342
CRUCIFER
Jack Norman
TORCHBEARERS
Hamilton Norman
Mary Claire Norman
FLOWERS
The Chancel Flowers are given in loving memory of Marian W. Rief and Jane F. White by Sandy, Elizabeth, and Katie Rief.
By entering the Sanctuary, you grant to Centenary United Methodist Church unrestricted right to use and publish, transmit or telecast photographs or likenesses that might be taken of you this day for use in communications related to the church.
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, scroll to the bottom of the home page and click on either Live Stream or the Live Stream arrow.
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
ANNOUNCEMENTS • MARCH 12, 2023
Learn more and register for events at www.centenary-ws.org/church-events
CELEBRATIONS & CONCERNS
Today we celebrate the baptism of Lucy Beck Lee, daughter of Evan and Meg Lee and sister of Jane (3).
IN MEMORIAM
Richard Dean Michael
February 16 2023
Nancy Carroll Smith
February 16 2023
James Thomas Broyhill
February 18 2023
James William Hixon
February 23 2023
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.
SCHOLARSHIPS
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 1
Centenary offers three types of endowed scholarships:
•T.B. and Mary Neal Dixson Foundation: Scholarships for Centenary members or staff who are full-time students
•Cabaniss Fund Scholarship: For needy and deserving students engaged in or planning for ministry
•Emma Kapp Ogburn Memorial Fund: Scholarships for Methodist residents of Forsyth County pursuing education for Methodist ministry or a Christian education ministry vocation
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 R. Craig Ford ext. 1353
Associate Minister
Reverend Kate May ext. 1331
Associate Minister with Children
Reverend Meg Peters ext. 1361
Assoc. Minister of Evangelism, Engagement & Missions
Reverend Susannah Pittman ext. 1357
Associate Minister of Congregational Care & Adult Formation
CENTENARY
Tammy Pollock ext. 1337
Director of Youth Ministries
Rick Gibbons ext. 1342
Congregational Care Assistant
Stacy Holley ext. 1359
Exec. Assistant to Senior Minister
John Markle ext. 1347
Director of Operations
Doug Peninger ext. 1368
Director of Communications
John Rogers ext. 1356
Director of Information Technology
The deadline to submit all applications is April 1. Please note that the document submission process has changed this year. Find more detailed guidelines and download forms at www.centenaryws.org/resources. Contact Stacy Holley for more information (sholley@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1359).
ADULT FORMATION
LENTEN STUDY
THURSDAYS • NOW-MARCH 30 10AM • ROOM 112 EAST BUILDING
SUNDAYS • NOW-APRIL 2 10AM • MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
All are invited to join Rev. Susannah Pittman as we journey through Lent exploring the Scriptures and spiritual practices of the season. This six-week class will be offered on Sunday and Thursday mornings. Registration is not required, and there are no additional resources to purchase. For questions or more information, please contact Rev. Susannah Pittman (spittman@centenary-ws.org).
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
STEPHEN MINISTRY
“My Stephen Minister, never judging and always valuing me as a person, helped me see myself as God sees me, loved and never alone. My loneliness was replaced by the still voice of the Holy Spirit. It had been there--now I recognize it.”
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).
CALL TO CARE MINISTRY
We are excited to launch the “Call to Care” calling ministry. This ministry will provide regular, intentional communication to ensure that our congregation is connected, cared for, and is aware of what is happening in the life of Centenary. If you are interested in serving as a caller for this ministry, please contact Rev. Susannah Pittman by March 6.
CHAPEL REFLECTION
Our Chapel is available for prayer and reflection during regular church office hours. As we journey through Lent, booklets containing a selection of psalms and prayers for Lent will be available at the entrances to the Chapel. For more information, please contact Rev. Susannah Pittman
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
CANDY FOR EASTER EGGS
Although Lent has just begun our eyes are turned towards Easter and Easter means an egg hunt! To celebrate Jesus’ Resurrection with our kids we fill hundreds of eggs for them to pick up and enjoy. We invite you to help spread resurrection joy with our children by donating individually wrapped, nonchocolate candy that we can stuff all of our eggs with. Candy can be dropped off at the 4 ½ Street auditorium reception desk during the week and on Sunday or the 5th Street East Building desk on Sunday. Please drop candy off by Sunday, March 19. Want to know more or play an even larger part in this joyous event? Contact Kate May (kmay@ centenary-ws.org/ext. 1331).
JUSTICE & RECONCILIATION
GREAT AMERICAN CLEANUP
Join the Centenary UMC Creation Care Team as we partner with Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful for The Great American Cleanup on Saturday, April 1 from 9 am-12 pm at Shaffner Park! Look for the Red Centenary Tent to check-in. If you have any additional questions, contact Rev. Meg Peters mpeters@centenary-ws. org) or Frank Hassell (c_frank_hassell@yahoo.com).
MISSIONS
WINTER OVERFLOW SHELTER
NOW – MARCH 28
This vital ministry provides persons experiencing homelessness a meal and a warm place to sleep, and we are honored to be a partner with City with Dwellings in this effort. Centenary furnishes transportation from the check-in site to the overflow shelter on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday evenings. We are in need of drivers and ridealongs. Ride-alongs help with boarding the busses and serve as an extra pair of eyes for drivers. To volunteer as a driver or a ride-along, please contact Rev. Meg Peters (mpeters@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1361) or sign-up on our Events Page.
RISE AGAINST HUNGER
SUNDAY • APRIL 16 • 2-4 PM
COMMUNITY ROOM
We invite you to participate in our meal packing event, Rise Against Hunger on April 16. Set up will start at 12:30pm. We look forward to packing as many meals as possible. Contact Rev. Meg Peters mpeters@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1361), if you have questions.
MUSIC & THE ARTS
LENTEN NOONTIME MUSIC SERIES
TUESDAYS • FEBRUARY 28-APRIL 4
NOON • SANCTUARY
Join us in the Sanctuary each Tuesday of Lent at Noon for a 30-minute musical presentation. Each week will feature a different musician or ensemble. Musicians include the New Day Singers of Greensboro, Joshua Sobel (Centenary’s Organ Scholar), and Corine Brouwer (Winston-Salem Symphony Concertmaster). Join us as we prepare our hearts during this season of reflection and contemplation. For questions or more information, please contact Jonathan Emmons (jemmons@ centenary-ws.org). No registration required.
SUBSCRIBE TO SIGHTINGS & SOUNDINGS
Check out Centenary’s monthly Music & Arts magazine! Find the latest edition on Centenary’s website (Music & Arts’ page), subscribe via the QR Code below, or pick up a printed copy from the Music Suite.
SENIOR ADULTS
LUNCHEON
THURSDAY • MARCH 16
We will gather at 11:45 and lunch will be served at noon. To register, contact Charles Monroe chasmonroe@yahoo.com /336-773-0446). Luncheon cost is $10.00.
YOUTH MINISTRY
EVENTS
•March 12: Youth at surge trampoline park 5-7 pm
•March 15: Confirmation: Shepard night with temple Emmanuel (6:00pm – 7:30pm)
•March 19: 5:00-6:15 Middle School Youth; 6:156:45 All Youth Dinner; 6:45–8:00 Senior High Youth
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.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Join us every Sunday at 10:00 am on the fourth floor for ALL youth Sunday School taught by our Associate Director of Youth Ministries, Andrew Epermanis. There will be snacks and fellowship before the lesson every week! As we journey through Lent and Confirmation we invite you to join us as we take a long, loving look at Jesus’ life as we see it lived out through Luke’s eyes.
LOOKING AHEAD
May 21: Confirmation Sunday
June 4: Graduation Recognition Sunday
June 18-25: Mountain T.O.P (ALL youth) Mission
Trip
July 15-22: YouthWorks Senior High Mission Trip
July 24-27: Vacation Bible School
August 27: Fall Kick-Off!
STARTING POINT
NEXT CLASS
SUNDAY • MARCH 26
On March 26, Centenary will be offering a Starting Point class for anyone who is interested in learning more about our church and those who are considering joining our church family. This will be a wonderful opportunity for you to get to know us and others who are interested in joining Centenary. Lunch and childcare will be provided. If you are interested in attending, please let Rev. Meg Peters know.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
APRIL 3-6 • 9 AM – 4 PM • SANCTUARY
You are invited to journey with Jesus to the cross. This self-guided walk offers 14 stations through visual arts, liturgy and contemplation. A booklet will be provided to guide you as you move through the Sanctuary. To participate, enter from the 4 ½ Street entrance and begin the stations at the West Transept door.
