WELCOME TO WORSHIP
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
TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST • NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • 11:00AM
CANTICLE The Pilgrims’ Hymn — Stephen Paulus Even before we call on Your name to ask You, O God. When we seek for the words to glorify You, You hear our prayer. Unceasing love, surpassing all we know. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Even with darkness sealing us in, we breathe Your name, and through all the days that follow so fast, we trust in You. Endless Your grace, beyond all mortal dream. Both now and forever, and unto ages and ages, Amen.
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. †
SERMON — “Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying”
Marching to Zion — arr. John Ferguson Come, we that love the Lord, and let our joys be known; join in a song with sweet accord, and thus surround the throne. We’re marching to Zion, beautiful, beautiful Zion; we’re marching upward to Zion, the beautiful city of God.
CALL TO WORSHIP Almighty Father, whose will is to restore all things in your beloved Son, the king of all, govern the ears and minds if those in authority, and bring the families of the nations, divided and torn apart by the ravages of sin, to be subject to his just and gentle rule; who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit one God, now and for ever. Amen.
WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT OFFERTORY To Sing Once More — Craig Courtney Awake our souls to sing once more the songs that long have silent been. From troubled nights and fearful days, our notes of praise and joy begin. Inspired by hope, compelled by grace, we sing Your everlasting praise. Most holy God, Your song we seek and trust in your unchanging ways. With comfort, Your eternal voice is music to our fainting soul. It speaks in times of hurt and wrong, it whispers peace, it makes us whole.
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HYMN OF PROCESSION #158 Come, Christians, Join to Sing — SPANISH HYMN
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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.
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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.
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PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
BENEDICTION RESPONSE The Lord Bless You and Keep You — John Rutter The Lord bless you and keep you: The Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you. Amen.
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POSTLUDE
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Thank you for joining us in worship today.
This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
GREETING INTROIT
BENEDICTION
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SCRIPTURE — 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 (pew Bible New Testament page 252)
Please stand as you are able
PRELUDE
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.
Arise, his children, rise again, your God and maker now adore. No longer silent, lift your voice, awake your souls to sing once more. Awake our souls to sing once more. Amen. 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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PRAYER OF DEDICATION 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.
SERMON NOTES
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WE GO AS GOD’S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD HYMN
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#733 Marching to Zion — MARCHING TO ZION
PARTICIPANTS IN WORSHIP PREACHING The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III Senior Minister
LITURGISTS The Reverend Susannah Pittman, Assoc. Minister FLOWERS The Chancel Flowers are given in loving memory of William Andrew Copenhaver by Caroline and Pierce Copenhaver; Annie, Henri, and Spencer Fraise; and Smoak and Locke Copenhaver.
MUSIC Jonathan Emmons, Director of Music Ministries Joshua Sobel, Organ Scholar The Chancel Choir CRUCIFER ? TORCHBEARERS ? ?
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ANNOUNCEMENTS • NOVEMBER 13, 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.
IN MEMORIAM
WORSHIP AT CENTENARY
Richard Cook “Dick” Barron October 28, 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.
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
The ministers and members of Centenary Church extend their deepest sympathy to the bereaved family and pray they may know the comfort and peace of our Heavenly Father.
ADULT FORMATION A GIFT OF... ADVENT STUDY THURSDAYS • DECEMBER 1-22 • 10 AM ROOM 112 SUNDAYS • NOVEMBER 27 - DECEMBER 18 10 AM • MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM All are invited to join Rev. Susannah Pittman in exploring the hope, peace, joy, and love of Advent through Scripture and carols. This 4-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.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE STEPHEN MINISTRY As Christians, we are called to love each other. Stephen Ministers seek to convey God’s love to those who are hurting. We are grateful for His many gifts, especially to be allowed to care for His children during difficult times. At the season of Thanksgiving, and throughout the year, please know that your Stephen Ministers stand ready to provide Christ-centered, confidential care.
CENTENARY LEADERSHIP CONNECTIONS 336.724.6311 + Extension (for the Minister on Call • Option 2) Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III Senior Minister
CELEBRATIONS AND CONCERNS
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Rick Gibbons Congregational Care Assistant
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Mary Ann Wexler Executive Director
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Stacy Holley Exec. Assistant to Senior Minister
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Jonathan Emmons Director of Music Ministries
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John Markle Director of Operations
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Reverend R. Craig Ford Associate Minister
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Doug Peninger Director of Communications
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Reverend Meg Gaston ext. 1361 Assoc. Minister of Evangelism, Engagement & Missions
Tammy Pollock Director of Youth Ministries
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Reverend Kate May Associate Minister with Children
John Rogers Director of Information Technology
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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
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). SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS • GRIEFSHARE TODAY • 2-4 PM • ROOM 112 Congregational Care invites you to 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. You can register for the seminar on the Engage tab on the church website. For questions, contact Rev. Susannah Pittman.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY CHRISTMAS CRAFT NIGHT SIGN-UP IS OPEN 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 are open and will close November 16. There are limited supplies for each craft so you’ll want to sign-up early through Realm or the Engage page on the church website. 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@centenary-ws.org/ ext. 1331) KIDS DAY IN SATURDAY • DECEMBER 10 • 9:30-11:30 am Infants through 2nd graders are invited to join us for Kids Day In on December 10 from 9:30-11:30 am. We’ll enjoy a morning of holiday themed fun with age appropriate programming for all kids including crafts, ages, and more. Registration will open November 8 through Realm and the Engage page of the church website. Cost is $5/child and registration closes Wednesday, December 7. For more information please contact Kate May (kmay@ centenary-ws.org/ext. 1331).
HARVEST GIFTS Our Harvest Gifts collection for 2022 has been streamlined to six items. Bag distribution begins on Sunday, November 6 at both worship services. Dedication Sunday will be November 20. Upon arrival, an usher will receive your gifts in the Narthex. •Canned meat (beef stew, chicken, tuna) •Canned spaghetti sauce (no glass) •Spaghetti noodles •Canned vegetables •Bag or box of cookies •Reusable cloth bag
MUSIC & THE ARTS 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.
SENIOR ADULTS LUNCHEON THURSDAY • NOVEMBER 17 • 11:45 AM MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM Our speaker will be Winston-Salem Chief of Police, Catrina A. Thompson. We gather at 11:45 and lunch will be served at noon. Email Charles Monroe to register: chasmonroe@yahoo.com. Luncheon cost is $10.00.
YOUTH MINISTRY JUSTICE & RECONCILIATION THE COLOSSIAN WAY You are invited to join a small group study as we learn how to engage faithfully with one another and strengthen our relationships in the process. The Colossian Way is a model for how Christians can discuss diverse topics such as politics, gun violence, healthcare, etc. There is a maximum of 10 participants and attendance is required at least 9 of 10 weeks. The seminar will run on Wednesdays, January 11- March 22, except February 22 from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm. There will be a Zoom link preview on November 20 from 7:00 pm-7:30 pm. If you would like to attend the preview and learn more, please contact Suzanne Epermanis or Doug Haynes.
MISSIONS ANGEL TREE GIFTS ARE DUE NOVEMBER 27 Make sure to adopt an angel or two from one of our trees! If you would prefer to leave the shopping to someone else, make a gift to Angel Tree through the Give tab on the church website or through your Realm account designating the gift for Angel Tree. Once you’ve shopped make sure to return all of your gifts by Sunday, November 27 and remember, this year we are asking for them to be unwrapped! Mark your calendar for our wrapping party on Sunday, December 4 from 3-5 pm in the Community Room in the East Building! For more information please contact Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws. org/ext. 1331).
EVENTS •November 13: Stroll into Light •November 20: Christmas Craft Night •November 27: Youth Friendsgiving 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 all youth Sunday School taught by our associate Andrew Epermanis. There will be snacks and time for fellowship before the lesson every week! We will be starting a new study on Esther this week. As we delve into this book about a courageous woman of the bible, we will be looking at the ways God uses us to do his will and how God provides for us even when the situations seem impossible.
STROLL INTO LIGHT TODAY • 5 PM We invite you to walk with us as a youth group as we take part in the First Annual Candlelight Walk at Mount Tabor High School’s Track. This walk is a chance for us to stand together and in solidarity for our teenagers against the ongoing mental health epidemic that plagues our world and our communities. We long for a day when each one of our teenagers’ struggles can be heard and recognized. Joining this walk as a youth group gives us a chance to listen to the stories of those around us and stand beside them as we mourn those who have been lost. Gates will open at 5:00 pm. Please check out the event QR code below for more information and registration details. CONFIRMATION Confirmation by definition is faith formation, one part of a life-long journey. We have designed an incredible Confirmation process to help our 7th grade youth begin to claim their faith as their very own. Through our Confirmation ministry you will have opportunities, be given tools, support, and the inspiration you need to build your faith on a firm foundation. Registration begins November 9. Check the Youth Announcements for more details.
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 John Markle (jmarkle@centenaryws.org/ext. 1347).
OPEN FLOWER DATES A wonderful way to honor or remember a loved one, friend, group, birthday, or anniversary is by providing flowers in our Sanctuary for Sunday morning services. Our Flower Calendar has an open dates available on January 15 & 29, 2023. If you are interested, please contact Paige Morgan Foy (pmorganfoy@centenary-ws.org).
POINSETTIAS FOR ADVENT Once again, you have an 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 25, 2022. 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 include in memory/honor of names in the optional 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).