August 15, 2021 • 11am Worship by Centenary United Methodist Church

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SUNDAY • AUGUST 15, 2021 11AM WORSHIP

WELCOME! Welcome to Centenary United Methodist Church. Thank you for worshiping with us today! We are grateful for your presence and invite you to participate in our worship, program and ministry life here at Centenary. We hope the worship will inspire and comfort you as we hear God’s message proclaimed. During this time, now more than ever, may the grace and love of Christ surround you.

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OUR MISSION “The mission of the church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.”

PARTICIPATING IN WORSHIP PREACHING

The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III

LITURGISTS

The Reverend Kate May Jordan Gross

MUSIC

Martha Bassett, vocals Matt Kendrick, bass Federico Pivetta, piano Ken Wilmot, trumpet John Wilson, drums

FLOWERS

The Chancel flowers are given in loving memory of Elizabeth "Betty" Ferebee Epermanis, Mr. & Mrs. Marvin Gray Ferebee, Sr. and Marvin Gray "Butch" Ferebee, Jr. by Mr. & Mrs. Peter Epermanis and their sons Andrew & Matthew and by Mr. & Mrs. George Davis.

Musical texts are printed with permission. One License A-707342 COVER PHOTO: The Trumpet En Chamade by Doug Peninger.

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LET US WORSHIP Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost • August 15, 2021

THE COMMUNITY GATHERS GATHERING MUSIC GREETING CALL TO WORSHIP Psalm 111

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† HYMN (found on page six)

AFFIRMATION OF FAITH

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Praise the Lord. I will extol the Lord with all my heart in the council of the upright and in the assembly. Great are the works of the Lord; they are pondered by all who delight in them. Glorious and majestic are his deeds, and his righteousness endures forever. He has caused his wonders to be remembered; the Lord is gracious and compassionate. He provides food for those who fear him; he remembers his covenant forever. He has shown his people the power of his works, giving them the lands of other nations. The works of his hands are faithful and just; all his precepts are trustworthy. They are established for ever and ever, enacted in faithfulness and uprightness. He provided redemption for his people; he ordained his covenant forever— holy and awesome is his name. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise. #158 Come, Christians, Join to Sing — SPANISH HYMN 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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Please stand as you are able.

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

After each prayer, the leader may conclude: Lord, in your mercy. All may respond: Hear our prayer.

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.

PRAYER RESPONSE (found on page seven)

#333 I'm Goin' a Sing When the Spirit Says Sing — I'M GOIN' A SING

WE HEAR THE WORD PROCLAIMED SCRIPTURE Ephesians 5:15-20

Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is. Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit, speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.

SERMON

WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT INVITATION TO OFFERING OFFERTORY

How Can I Keep from Singing — Robert Wadsworth Lowry My life goes on in endless song above earth's lamentation. I hear the real though far off hymn that hails a new creation. Through all the tumult and the strife I hear it's music ringing.It sounds an echo in my soul. How can I keep from singing? While though the tempest loudly roars I hear the truth, it liveth! And though the darkness 'round me close, songs in the night it giveth. No storm can shake my inmost calm while to that rock I'm clinging. Since love is Lord of heaven and earth, how can I keep from singing? When tyrants tremble in their fear and hear their death knell ringing, when friends rejoice both far and near, how can I keep from singing? In prison cell and dungeon vile, our thoughts to them are winging. When friends by shame are undefiled, how can I keep from singing?

PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING

All things come from you, O God, and with gratitude we return to you what is yours. You created all that is, and with love formed us in your image. When our love failed, your love remained steadfast. You gave your only Son Jesus Christ to be our Savior. All that we are, and all that we have, is a trust from you. And so, in gratitude for all your gifts, we offer you ourselves, and all that we have, in union with Christ's offering for us. By your Holy Spirit make us one with Christ, one with each other, and one in ministry to all the world; through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.

WE GO AS GOD'S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD † HYMN (found on page eight)

#733 Marching to Zion — MARCHING TO ZION

BENEDICTION

May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you, and be gracious unto you. May the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace. Amen.

SENDING FORTH

Emmanuel — Kenneth Wilmot, Sr. Emmanuel, Emmanuel, His name is called Emmanuel. God with us, revealed in us. His name is called Emmanuel. Let every heart prepare him room. O come, O come, Emmanuel. God with us, revealed in us. His name is called Emmanuel.

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OUR DIGITAL WORSHIP BULLETIN IS INTERACTIVE Our digital worship bulletin is fully interactive, when viewing online. If you see a website address, simply click on the text and you will be redirected. Also, within our announcements, when you see text that is red and bold, it is a link to an email address or web page. Again, click on the text and you will be re-directed.

ROOTS REVIVAL IS NOW IN-PERSON Wednesdays • 7pm • Memorial Auditorium Roots Revival has now returned to in-person worship on Wednesday evenings at 7pm. If you are unable or not ready to attend in person, you can hear our service on the new Roots Revival podcast, available for free at the Apple store or Google Play. An audio recording of the service will also be uploaded to Centenary’s YouTube channel.

STEPHEN MINISTRY In Galatians 6:2 we read, “Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.” Stephen Ministers are trained to provide care for those who are hurting or grieving with a one-on-one relationship. A Stephen Minister is a caring Christian presence to provide emotional and spiritual support. 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 (cford@centenary-ws.org/336.724.6311 ext. 1353), or Rev. Susannah Pittman (spittman@centenary-ws.org/336.724.6311 ext. 1357).

AUGUST 15 10:30 am Join Tammy & Abby via Insta-live for Summer Sunday morning devotionals before worship (@centenary_youth) 10:45 am "Drop by, Say hi" in the Youth Commons 11:00 am Worship (In-person & Via Live Stream) 5:00 pm Summer Bible Study, Bob Goff "Dream Big"

FOOD BANK GARDEN The Betty and Jim Holmes Food Bank Garden is open Mondays from 9:30-11:00 AM, Saturdays from 9:30-11:30 AM and Wednesdays evenings from 5:30-7:00 PM and in need of volunteers. This is a great opportunity to get involved with one of our mission partners. The Garden is located at Crossnore School and Children’s Home. To find out more, visit their website here (https://foodbankgarden.shutterfly.com) or ask Rev. Meg Gaston.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CHILDREN'S MINISTRY BEGINNING AUGUST 22 • Children in kindergarten through 5th grade are required to wear masks when participating in children's ministry events including Sunday school and Children's Worship. • Children's Sunday school resumes in person beginning on August 22. After checking in at one of our stations in the East Building, kids should be taken straight to their small group rooms at 10 am. We hope to reintroduce our large group gathering time later in the school year. Please return to pick up your children at 10:45 am, the conclusion of Sunday School. • Children's Worship resumes at the 11 am worship service on August 22. Children's worship is for those children in kindergarten through third grade. Children will begin the service seated with their grown-ups and prior to the sermon will be invited out to the Community Room with our children's ministry staff for a special time created just for them. We will return to the front pews before the end of the service where you can pick up your kids at the conclusion of worship. • Nursery is available for infants through pre-kindergarteners each Sunday morning from 8:45 am through the end of the 11 am service on the first floor of the East Building. Beginning August 22 reservations will not be required for nursery.

NEW 9AM WORSHIP SERVICE BEGINNING AUGUST 22 • MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM Join us in Memorial Auditorium beginning Sunday, August 22, for a simple, authentic, open worship service. Worship at 9 am is accompanied by a variety of musical genres which include jazz, folk, and contemporary settings of familiar hymns, as well as gospel, secular, and traditional music offerings. The liturgy, rooted in our faith tradition, breathes with the times and is approachable and participatory. Each week Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III explores the fullness and mystery of God through life-relevant messages meant to bring greater understanding of the faith. We hope you will grab a cup of coffee and join us for worship with your family.

GRIEFSHARE Video Seminars • Begins September 13 The Congregational Care ministry at Centenary invites you to GriefShare, a video seminar series that features some of the nation’s foremost Christian experts on grief and recovery topics as seen from a biblical perspective. The video seminars are combined with support group discussion of the information presented during the video and of how group participants are dealing with the death of their loved one. The 13 weekly seminars will begin on Monday, September 13, 2021, 6:00pm – 8:00 pm, and continue on Mondays through December 6, 2021. The GriefShare group will meet in Room 107 in the East Building at CUMC, entering on 4 ½ Street. For questions, please contact Sandra Gramley (ext. 1352)/sgramley@centenary-ws.org. UNITED METHODIST WOMEN Luncheon • September 13 • Noon The United Methodist Women welcome Lea Thullbery, Director of Diversion and Outreach at City with Dwellings as their speaker. She is a founding member of the non-profit and thanks to a grant from the Kate B. Reynolds Trust leads CwD’s Diversion and Street Outreach Program.

In Memoriam Quay Lyle Blalock, Jr July 18, 2021 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.

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