TWENTIETH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST • OCTOBER 15, 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.
† Please stand as you are able
PRELUDE GREETING INTROIT
Schaffe in mir, Gott, ein rein Herz, Op. 29, No. 2 — Johannes Brahms Create in me, O God, a pure heart. And grant anew, a right spirit within me.
(Psalm 51: 10-12)
†OPENING PRAYER
Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
†HYMN OF PROCESSION
#88 Maker, in Whom We Live — DIADEMATA
†AFFIRMATION OF FAITH
Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare:
We believe in God the Father, infinite in wisdom, power, and love, whose mercy is over all his works, and whose will is ever directed to his children’s good. We believe in Jesus Christ, Son of God and Son of man, the gift of the Father’s unfailing grace, the ground of our hope, and the promise of our deliverance from sin and death. We believe in the Holy Spirit as the divine presence in our lives, whereby we are kept in perpetual remembrance of the truth of Christ, and find strength and help in time of need. We believe that this faith should manifest itself in the service of love as set forth in the example of our blessed Lord, to the end that the kingdom of God may come upon the earth. 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
Thank you for joining us in worship today.
SERMON NOTES
CANTICLE
Gentle Words — arr. Wayland Rogers
What the dew is to the flowers, gentle words are to the soul, and a blessing to the giver and so dear to the receiver, we should never withhold. While links of love are broken by words that are unkind, then O, thou gentle spirit, my constant guardian be. “Do to others” be my motto “as I’d have them do to me.”
SCRIPTURE — Proverbs 3:29-30
This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
SERMON
OFFERTORY
WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT
Prayer of St. Francis — William Beckstrand
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred, let us sow love. Where there is injury, let us sow pardon. Where there is discord, let us sow union. Where there is doubt, let us sow faith. Where there is despair, let us sow hope. Where there is darkness, let us sow light. Where there is sadness, let us sow joy. Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled, as to console; to be understood, as to understand; to be loved, as to love. For it is in giving that we receive. It is in pardoning, that we are pardoned. And it is in dying, that we are born to life—eternal life.
†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
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 #427 Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life — GERMANY
†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.
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
Conspirare
CRUCIFER Will Bumgarner
TORCHBEARERS
Thomas Saxon
Eleanor Coulter
FLOWERS
The Chancel Flowers are given in loving memory of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Sylvester Douglas, Jr., and Mr. and Mrs. Beverly Kyle Millaway, Jr. by their family.
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 • OCTOBER 15, 2023
Learn more and register for events at www.centenary-ws.org/church-events
CELEBRATIONS & CONCERNS
Sympathy is extended to Ernie and Nancy Osborn on the passing of Ernie’s father, Mal Osborn, on September 11, 2023.
IN MEMORIAM
Jean Hon Herrmann
September 24, 2023
Elizabeth Wade Brantley
October 2, 2023
Ruby Blackburn Lambert
October 3, 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.
SAVE THE DATE
“NOURISH”
Our all-new Wednesday evening dinner and programming night is here! Learn more about programming and sign up by scanning the QR code.
To learn more about “Nourish” programming and register for dinner, please scan our QR code or visit www.centenaryws.org/nourish.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
ANGEL TREE
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
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
CENTENARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 646 W. FIFTH STREET • WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27101
WWW.CENTENARY-WS.ORG • 336-724-6311
It’s hard to believe, but Angel Tree is right around the corner. Each year this ministry helps make Christmas a little brighter for over 200 children in our community. This year the trees will go up with angels ready for adoption on October 29. You will again have the option this year to sponsor an angel if you would like to participate but prefer not to shop. We ask that gifts be returned by Wednesday, November 29 – they can be brought to Nourish. Then, join us for a wrapping party on December 3! There are lots of ways you can support this incredible ministry, want to help? Contact Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1332).
SAVE THE DATE: CHRISTMAS CRAFT NIGHT
SUNDAY • NOVEMBER 19 • 3:30 PM-5:30 PM
Join us for an afternoon full of Christmas craft making and family fun! This is a come and go event for the whole family. Your family gets to create Christmas masterpieces together that you pre-register for. There will be options for all ages and levels of craftiness ranging from ornaments to gingerbread houses to Christmas countdowns. We will also have volunteers available to assist you in completing your projects. Registration opens on October 29 – make sure to sign up early as there is a limited number of each craft available. Invite your friends to join in this fun tradition! For questions or if you want to volunteer, contact Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1332).
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
REFRESH MIDDAY PRAYER SERVICE
TUESDAYS IN OCTOBER
NOON-12:30 PM
• CHAPEL
Through Scripture and prayer, this service offers a time to be refreshed and renewed through God’s grace.
SHINING LIGHT AND STEPHEN MINISTRY: “THE GRACE OF ANGER”
SUNDAY • OCTOBER 22 • 5 PM MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
The Shining Light on Mental Health committee and Stephen Ministry invite you to this special program, as Dr. Gary Chapman speaks on his new book, Anger: Taming a Powerful Emotion. Please register for childcare by October 15 with Stacy Holley
STEPHEN MINISTRY
The Aging process is different for everyone. It can be a time filled with peace, or it can be a time of worry as life changes. A Stephen Minister, through a Christ-centered relationship with you, can bring a peaceful presence by providing a listening ear and walking alongside you when life transitions for you or a loved one can become difficult to handle. 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).
SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS
GRIEFSHARE SEMINAR
SUNDAY • NOVEMBER 12 • 3-5 PM
ROOM 112 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. You can register for the seminar on the Engage tab on the church website.
MISSIONS
SAMARITAN MINISTRIES
Centenary has partnered with Samaritan Ministries to volunteer for their dinner shifts from 4-7:30 pm every Sunday during the month of November. Each shift needs three volunteers, so ask a few friends to join you for a fun filled afternoon of volunteering at Samaritan! Scan the QR code to pick a Sunday and see more information about the opportunity. Email Rev. Meg Peters (mpeters@centenary-ws.org), if you have any questions.
MUSIC & THE ARTS
CONSPIRARE IN RESIDENCE
TODAY • OCTOBER 15
11 AM IN WORSHIP • 4 PM IN CONCERT
Join us as Grammy-award winning professional choir Conspirare presents a free concert today at 4 pm. The program will include a collaboration with nearly 100 additional singers including the Chancel Choir and Centenary’s new Youth Choir Collective. A small group drawn from the full choir will join us in worship at 11 am. Don’t miss a day full of transformative choral singing!
SUBSCRIBE TO SIGHTINGS & SOUNDINGS
The newest issue of Centenary’s monthly Music & Arts magazine is now out! 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.
CALLING ALL ARTISTS!
The Music & Arts Ministry invites submissions from both youth and adults for our upcoming community exhibit, “Peace, Hope & Joy: A Neighborhood Showcase.” Art will be displayed in the Atrium and 4 ½ Street Galleries from November 1, 2023, to January 28, 2024. The inspiration for this holiday season showcase is Galatians 5:22: “Among the fruits of the Spirit are love, joy and peace.” Contact Music Ministry Assistant, Virginia Sheffield (vsheffield@centenary-ws.org), for submission instructions.
SENIOR ADULTS
OCTOBER LUNCHEON
THURSDAY • OCTOBER 19
MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
Our keynote speaker will be Major Andrew Wiley of the Salvation Army. We gather at 11:45 am and lunch will be served at noon. Please note our new registration process. 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 signup deadline is Thursday, October 12.
VETERANS BREAKFAST
SATURDAY • NOVEMBER 11 • 9:00 AM
MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
All Veterans and their families are invited to attend. There is no charge for breakfast, but donations will be accepted. To register, please contact Rev. Craig Ford
YOUTH MINISTRY
Today
10:00 am: Sunday school (Youth Commons)
5:00 pm: Middle School youth (Middle school room)
6:15 pm: All youth dinner - $3 per person (Youth Commons)
6:45 pm: Senior High youth (Senior high room)
October 20
5:30 pm: Sixers! Alpha & Omega Corn Maze. RSVP is required (on Realm).
October 22
10:00 am: Sunday school (Youth Commons)
Noon – 11:00 pm: Annual Youth Trip to Carowinds/ Scarowinds!
We will gather immediately following the 11:00 am worship service in Memorial Auditorium. Please eat lunch before you arrive or bring a sack lunch with you to eat on the way. The cost for the trip is $80 (due at sign up - which includes ticket for entry to Carowinds and ticket for our reentry to Scarowinds) and $25 for dinner plus any spending money you might need. RSVP is required (on Realm). Have questions? Contact Tammy (336-399-7263).
**Disclaimer...Scarowinds is rated PG-13 for its scare factor. **
YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL
Join us every Sunday this fall at 10:00 am on the fourth floor (@Youth Commons) for ALL youth Sunday School. There will be breakfast snacks, coffee & drinks, and fellowship before the lesson every week!
God is a God who loves both unity and diversity. In the book of Revelation John shares “and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people, and language...”
We are a diverse people! Join us as we figure out who we are and how we can be a people of unity in a world that is completely at odds with itself. Each of us, and our identities, are important to the Kingdom of God being revealed
CONFIRMATION 2024
Confirmation by definition is faith formation and one part of a lifelong journey. Our hope is that through our Confirmation ministry you will be given the opportunity, tools, love, support, and inspiration you will need to build your faith on a firm foundation (Matthew 7:24-25).
Starting on January 3, 2024 (through May 19), we invite all 7th graders to join us as we 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. You will not go through this class alone; you will pick a Shepherd (a faithful adult spiritual companion from our church) who will walk beside you all throughout your Confirmation. There will be several field trips, two retreats, lots of meals, and space to ask all your questions to help us grow. The hope is that through these experiences, you will come to encounter Jesus in a very tangible way. You can register for Confirmation in Realm. For questions, contact Tammy Pollock.
LOOKING AHEAD
November 17: Sixers! Urban Air November 26: Youth Friendsgiving
December 6: Confirmation Parents Orientation
January 3, 2024: Confirmation begins! January 4, 2024: Confirmation Shepherds Orientation
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.
MONDAY • OCTOBER 16
Numbers 19-21 & Psalm 46
TUESDAY • OCTOBER 17
Numbers 22-24 & Psalm 47
WEDNESDAY • OCTOBER 18
Numbers 25-27 & Psalm 48
THURSDAY • OCTOBER 19
Numbers 28-30 & Psalm 49
FRIDAY • OCTOBER 20
Numbers 31-32 & Psalm 50
SATURDAY • OCTOBER 21
Numbers 33-34 & Psalm 51
SUNDAY • OCTOBER 22
Numbers 35-36 & Psalm 52
