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.
PRAYER OF DEDICATION 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.
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MOMENT OF WITNESS BAPTISM
NINETEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST • OCTOBER 16, 2022 • 11:00AM
THE COMMUNITY GATHERS
BAPTISMAL RESPONSE We give thanks for all that God has given you and welcome you in Christian love. With God’s help we will proclaim the good news and live according to the example of Christ. We will surround Jamie with a community of love and forgiveness, that he may grow in his service to others. We will pray for him, that he may be a true disciple who walks in the way that leads to life.
WE HEAR THE WORD PROCLAIMED
Please stand as you are able
PRELUDE GREETING INTROIT
CANTICLE Simple Gifts — arr. Stephen Leek It’s the gift to be simple, it’s the gift to be free, it’s the gift to come down where you ought to be, and when we find ourselves in the place just right, will be in the valley of love and delight. When true simplicity is gained, to bow and to bend we shall not be ashamed to turn, turn, will be our delight, ‘til by turning, turning, we come round right.
Now I Walk in Beauty — arr. Gregg Smith Now I walk in beauty, beauty is before me, beauty is behind me, above and below me.
CALL TO WORSHIP Almighty and everlasting God: increase in us your gift of faith that, forsaking what lies behind, we may run the way of your commandments and win the crown of everlasting joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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SCRIPTURE — 1 Timothy 6:3-10 (pew Bible New Testament page 256) This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God. SERMON — “Cultivating Contentment”
HYMN OF PROCESSION #160 Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart — MARION
WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT
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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:
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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.
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PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
HYMN
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OFFERTORY Nearer, My God, to Thee — arr. Dan Forrest Nearer, my God, to Thee; nearer to Thee, even though it be a cross that raiseth me. Still all my song shall be, nearer, my God to Thee, nearer to Thee. Oh, let the way appear, leading to heaven, all that Thou sendest me, in mercy given. Thy Spirit beckons me, nearer, my God to Thee, nearer to Thee. There in my Father’s home, safe and at rest, there in my Savior’s love, perfectly blest. Age after age to be nearer, my God to Thee, nearer to Thee. 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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#368 My Hope Is Built — THE SOLID ROCK
BENEDICTION
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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.
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(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.)
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. †
WE GO AS GOD’S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD
#191 Jesus Loves Me — JESUS LOVES ME
POSTLUDE
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Thank you for joining us in worship today. SERMON NOTES
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MUSIC Jonathan Emmons, Director of Music Ministries Joshua Sobel, Organ Scholar The Chancel Choir Natalie Parker, Cello
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. The anthem texts are printed with permission. One License A-707342 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.
ANNOUNCEMENTS • OCTOBER 16, 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.
WORSHIP AT CENTENARY SUNDAYS
9:00 am • Memorial Auditorium 11:00 am • Sanctuary
CELEBRATIONS & CONCERNS
JUSTICE & RECONCILIATION
Today we celebrate the baptism of James Harrison Thompson, Jr. (Jamie), son of Harrison Thompson and Katie Van Dorsten.
ELECTION PRAYER SERVICE Join us November 7, at 6pm in the Chapel as we pray for our country during this election season. Contact Rev. Meg Gaston if you have any questions.
IN MEMORIAM
VOTER REGISTRATION & ELECTION INFORMATION Have you changed your address? Not sure if you’re registered, or need help registering? Need to know early voting locations or what the ballot will look like? Stop by our voter registration table for help with these and other questions, on Sunday, Nov. 6 in the 4 1/2 Street lobby from Noon-2 pm. You can also visit 411.org or forsyth.cc/elections for more information and online options.
David Bennett Blanco September 27, 2022
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.
The ministers and members of Centenary Church extend their deepest sympathy to the bereaved familiy and pray they may know the comfort and peace of our Heavenly Father.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
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
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336.724.6311 + Extension (for the Minister on Call • Option 2) Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III Senior Minister
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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 SUNDAY • NOVEMBER 13 • 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.
CENTENARY LEADERSHIP CONNECTIONS
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STEPHEN MINISTRY Aging can be a difficult process filled with loss and change. A friend had a difficult time after the loss of her husband and moving to a retirement community alone. Her Stephen Minister provided a listening, caring heart that helped her find peace.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY SAVE THE DATE CHRISTMAS CRAFT NIGHT 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 will start online November 1 and close November 16. There are limited supplies for each craft so you’ll want to sign up early. 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@centenaryws.org/ext. 1331)
MISSIONS RISE AGAINST HUNGER TODAY • 2-4 PM • COMMUNITY ROOM Centenary is doing Rise Against Hunger today from 2-4 pm in the Community Room. Set up will start at 12:30 pm. We look forward to packing as many meals as possible. Contact Rev. Meg Gaston (mgaston@centenary-ws.org) if you have any questions. WALK FOR A HEALTHY HONDURAS Centenary will be walking to raise money to provide medical care for people hurting in Honduras, through our partnership with Carolina Honduras Health Foundation. The walk is Saturday, October 22 from 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm at The Park at Lake Louise in Mocksville, NC. If you would like to join the Centenary team or learn more about CHHF contact Rev. Meg Gaston. VOLUNTEER AT THE LEAD GIRLS OF NC EXPO LEAD Girls of NC provides the tools and resources that low-income/at-risk preteen girls must have to become productive citizens and active leaders in their communities. They are having an Expo October 28-29 at Salem College. If you would like to volunteer for this wonderful event or learn more about LEAD Girls and the work they are doing in our community contact Rev. Meg Gaston. ANGEL TREE IS COMING! The holidays are fast approaching and the Angel Trees will be up before you know it! This year’s angel adoption process will be all in person so make sure to visit one of our trees to adopt an angel or two. In addition to adopting angels there are many ways that you can support our angel tree ministry! Starting in October we can use help with data entry, putting up and decorating the trees, serving as an adoption assistant on Sunday mornings, shopping for sponsored angels, organizing gifts, and finally delivering gifts! If you would be interested in helping with any of these important pieces that make this ministry successful please contact Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1331).
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. INTRODUCING SIGHTINGS & SOUNDINGS Check out Centenary’s new 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. CHILDREN”S CHOIRS IN WORSHIP Next week at 11 am, we welcome our Children’s Choirs as they lead us in worship. Join us as we celebrate the 2022 Stewardship season.
SENIOR ADULTS SENIOR ADULT LUNCHEON THURSDAY • OCTOBER 20 • 11:45 AM MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM Our speaker will be Jon Roethling, the new Director of Reynolda Gardens. 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 EVENTS •October 16: Rise Against Hunger @2:00 pm (No Normal Youth Group) •October 23: Carrowinds/Scarrowinds (All Youth Trip) •October 30: Halloween Progressive Dinner 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 Youth Sunday School taught by our interim associate Andrew Epermanis. There will be snacks and time for fellowship before the lesson every week! We will be starting a new study, Jesus Creed, on September 11th. Until then, we are looking at how Jesus is discussed in the book of Mark. CAROWINDS/SCAROWINDS Our annual all youth trip to Carowinds and Scarowinds is October 23! Youth will meet Sunday 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. Cost for the trip is $80 (due at sign up - which includes ticket for entry to Carowinds and ticket for our return to Scarowinds) and $25 for dinner plus any spending money you might need. Please make sure to register online before the event!
LOVE THY NEGHIBOR One Sunday a month, the youth and other church volunteers work together to provide a hot meal and medical clinic for our homeless and marginally housed neighbors from all around Winston. This is a beautiful time of community building that we hope you will feel called to join us for. LTN takes place from 12pm – 2pm on the following Sundays: •November 6, 2022 •December 4, 2022 •January 8, 2023 •February 5, 2023 •March 5, 2023 •April 16, 2023 •May 7, 2023 Please Arrive early to help us set up at 11:00 am!
PHOTOGRAPHERS WANTED Do you like to take pictures? Do you like to be at great church events? If this sounds like you, then let’s chat! With all the exciting things happening at Centenary and within our community, the Communications Ministry is seeking folks who enjoy taking pictures. If you are interested in learning more, please contact our Director of Communications, Doug Peninger (dpeninger@ centenary-ws.org/ ext. 1368).
CHARGE CONFERENCE There will be a Charge Conference following the Church Council meeting on Monday, November 7 in Memorial Auditorium. Church Council begins at 7:00pm.