SUNDAY • MAY 12, 2024
“To Be the Church: To Be Transformational” Romans 12:1-2
Preaching
Rev. Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III Senior Minister
Liturgist
Tammy Pollock Director of Youth Ministries
Music
Keith Byrd Alternative Music Leader
Zakiyyah Niang, Vocalist
Ahmad Johnson, Vocalist
Noah Clark, Guitarist
Doug Wright, Bassist
Jacob Anflick, Drummer
CELEBRATIONS & CONCERNS
Today we celebrate the baptism of Lucille Bishop Bennett, daughter of Spencer Bennett and Mimi Driscoll Bennett and sister of Townsend Bennett.
ADULT FORMATION
MADE IN THE IMAGE: ART AS A SOURCE FOR THEOLOGICAL REFLECTION
SUNDAY MAY 19 • 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM SECCA (NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUM OF ART, WINSTON-SALEM)
KITCHEN SUNDAY SCHOOL BEGINS JUNE 2 FOR K-5TH GRADERS!
This summer our Sunday school forces will combine for a delicious cooking and learning experience for kindergarteners through fifth graders. Throughout the summer our kids will gather in the Community Room at 10 am and then head into the East Building kitchen to experience a Bible story through food! Rev. Kate May will be leading our lessons but each week we will have a grown up helper to make sure we all have a yummy time! Want to join us? Reach out to Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1331).
Our group will gather at SECCA to view the exhibition From Alpha to Creation: Religion in the Deep South. We will then use one of the pieces from the exhibition as a springboard to guided discussion and reflection as we make connections with scripture and our own experiences and beliefs, ultimately asking how God may be leading us. Facilitators for this program are Centenary’s Adult Discipleship Specialist, Stacy Holley, and Chair of Music & Arts, Dr. Steve Martin. Space is limited to 14 and the cost is $20 per person which includes an optional guided tour of the exhibit. Please register by Sunday, May 12. For more information, please contact Stacy Holley (sholley@centenary-ws.org).
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
DON’T MISS OUT ON THE FUN THIS SUMMER! Vacation Bible School, July 29-Aug. 1; 9 am-noon each day
For ages 4 years old through rising 6th graders
Older Elementary Mission Week, June 25-27; 9 am-3 pm each day
For rising 4th-6th graders, cost $45/ student
Register for these events using the QR codes or by going to the Events page of the Centenary Website: centenary-ws.org
STUDENTS
WITH FULL BELLIES ARE MORE SUCCESSFUL
Did you know that we partner with 4 different schools in Winston-Salem to help provide food for students? This special ministry is called the backpack program. Schools determine students who may not have access to food over the weekend and are partnered with an organization through the Second Harvest Food Bank. They receive boxes of meals that are distributed to the students. Centenary partners with Brunson Elementary, Wiley Middle School, Reynolds High School and the Winston Salem Street School. Are you interested in partnering with us to help students gain access to food? You can do so by contacting Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org/ext 1331) and she can tell you about all the ways we need your help.
BE A PART OF THE SUNDAY SCHOOL TEAM!
Do you love spending time with elementary aged kids? Are you filled with joy by their questions and observations about the world? Are you energized by sharing God’s love with kids? Then you should consider being a part of our Sunday School team! This team is made up of amazing folks just like you who commit for one school year to serve as a small group or large group leader. Using provided lesson plans large group leaders share a Bible story in an engaging and hands on way with a mixed group of kids ages 1st-5th grade. Small group leaders build relationships with one age group of kids while facilitating activities that build on the large group learning. If you are interested or have questions, reach out to Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org/ ext. 1331)
FAMILY SUMMER CELEBRATION
SUNDAY • JUNE 23 • 4-5 PM
Join us for our Summer Family Celebration! Kids of all ages along with their grown ups are invited to the front lawn and playground of the church for a slip and slide, foam party, fun on the playground and popsicles! If it rains we’ve got a fun indoor plan so come anyway! Have questions? Reach out to Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org/ ext. 1331).
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
REFRESH: WEEKLY PRAYER IN THE CHAPEL
TUESDAYS • NOW – MAY 28
NOON- 12:30PM
You are invited for a time of prayer each week in our Chapel. Resources will be provided for a time of independent reflection and contemplation.
MUSIC & ARTS
SIGN UP NOW FOR CHILDREN’S MUSIC & ART CAMP 2024
July 15 - 18, 2024
CMA Camp is offered for infants through rising 5th graders. Offerings include singing, handbells, handchimes, creative movement, art, Kindermusik, and more! Snacks are provided daily. The week ends with a camper-led worship service on Thursday at 12:30 PM followed by a reception to celebrate the accomplishments of each child during camp. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled week! Register via the QR Code today! For more information, please contact Music Ministry Assistant, Virginia Sheffield (vsheffield@centenary-ws.org).
UNITED WOMEN IN FAITH
SANCTUARY ORNAMENT
Centenary United Methodist United Women in Faith (UWF) are offering a limited-edition Centenary Sanctuary ornament. The ornaments are hand-painted and made of blown glass. They include a historically accurate depiction of Centenary’s Sanctuary stained-glass windows. The measurements are 5 ¾” (length) x 3” (width) x 3 ¼” (height).
The ornaments are scheduled to arrive in August and you will have opportunities to pick up preordered ornaments once they arrive.
Cost: $40 per ornament. Cash or check accepted. Must pay at time of order. Vist the UWF page on the church website to order.
YOUTH MINISTRY
Today
10:00 am: Youth Sunday school NO Youth Groups tonight – enjoy the day with your family
May 15
6:00 pm: Confirmation Rehearsal Dinner
May 16
5:30 pm: Youth Choir Collective on Fifth
May 19
Confirmation Sunday!
10:00 am: Youth Sunday school
10:00 am: Confirmation class & Shepherds gather
11:00 am: Worship with Confirmation Service Noon: Cookies & Lemonade Confirmation reception
5:00 pm: Confirmation celebration BBQ – ALL youth are welcome
YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL
Join us every Sunday at 10:00 am on the fourth floor (@Youth Commons) for ALL youth Sunday School. As always there are breakfast snacks, coffee & drinks, and friends & fellowship before the lesson every week!
Join us for our series in Youth Sunday school, “Faith Face to Face”. This new series is all about exploring your questions of faith. We asked you what your questions are; you told us what you’re wondering about, and together we will find the answers! In 1 Corinthians 14: 33 we are reminded that “God is a God not of confusion, but of peace”. We can’t wait for you to be part of this great opportunity to take one question of faith each week and seek God’s wisdom so that we might more grow in the likeness and love of Jesus.
SENIOR RECOGNITION
On June 2, we invite all our graduating seniors to join us at the 11:00 am worship service to honor you. We honor you, not for any awards you have won or achievements you have garnered, there will be other times and places for that. Instead, we honor you simply because you belong to us. You are ours and always will be. We want to give you our blessing and a blanket to remind you who you are and whose you are as you begin the next adventure in your journey.
LOOKING AHEAD
May 19: Confirmation Sunday
June 2: Graduation Recognition Sunday & Summer Kick-Off!
July 20-28: YouthWorks Senior High mission trip (Niagara Falls, NY)
July 29-August 1: Vacation Bible School
August 11: LTN
August 16: 6th grade Promotion Party
August 18: Sunday school Open House & Fall Kickoff!
September 15: LTN
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.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Are you a people person? Do you enjoy chatting with folks? We are building a roster of front desk volunteers to direct phone calls and open the door for our guests. Office hours are 9 am - 4 pm, Monday - Thursday. If you’re interested in a particular day of the week and can assist occasionally or every week, please contact Rick Gibbons (rgibbons@ centenary-ws.org/ext. 1342).
MONDAY • MAY 13
Mark 13-14 & Psalm 101
TUESDAY • May 14
Mark 15-16 & Psalm 102
WEDNESDAY • MAY 15
John 1-2 & Psalm 103
SUNDAY • MAY 19
John 9-10 & Psalm 107
THURSDAY • MAY 16
John 3-4 & Psalm 104
FRIDAY • MAY 17
John 5-6 & Psalm 105
SATURDAY • MAY 18
John 7-8 & Psalm 106
