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
SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST • SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • 11:00AM
CANTICLE Ubi caritas — Ola Gjeilo Where charity and love are, God is there. God has gathered us together in Christ’s love. SCRIPTURE — Luke 16:19-31 (pew Bible New Testament page 97) This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
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 — “Concerned About the Margin”
WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT
Please stand as you are able
PRELUDE GREETING INTROIT
OFFERTORY The Size of Your Heart — Eleanor Daley The size of your heart is the size of your life, for out of your heart comes the kind of your life; the way you reach out to the world all around is first in your heart to be found. So if in your heart there is plenty of room for love and compassion to come into bloom, their fragrance flows out through all that you do, healing your heart and making new.
All That Hath Life and Breath — René Clausen All that hath life and breath, praise ye the Lord. Shout to the Lord, Alleluia! Praise him, laud him, Alleluia!
CALL TO WORSHIP God, who in generous mercy sent the Holy Spirit upon your Church in the burning fire of your love: Grant that your people may be fervent in the gospel; that, always abiding in you, they may be found steadfast in faith and active in service; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
The ones who this know have helped all of us grow, as those who spread light to God’s great delight, dispelling the dark and then freeing the heart ‘till each one becomes God’s daughter, son.
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HYMN OF PROCESSION #660 God Is Here! — ABBOT’S LEIGH
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AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation or distress, or persecution or famine, or nakedness or peril or sword?
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No! In all things we are more than conquerors through the One who loved us. We are sure that neither death nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Thanks be to God! 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.
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 Most holy and gracious God accept these gifts from our hearts. May they be used to share the message of your love with a world that is hurting. May these gifts shine like light in the darkness offering hope, and peace. May we offer ourselves and dedicate our lives to your service this week using our talents and time to build your kingdom. All this we pray in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
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WE GO AS GOD’S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD
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PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
HYMN
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#549 Where Charity and Love Prevail — ST. PETER
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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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
FLOWERS The Chancel Flowers are given loving memory of Dr. John “Jack” H. Felts & Elizabeth “Kitty” Burrus Felts, Stanley and Kathryn Huber, and Robert Huber by Scott and Margaret Huber. 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 • SEPTEMBER 25, 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
CELEBRATIONS & CONCERNS
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Sympathy is extended to Nancy Hipp and Barry McCoy on the passing of Nancy’s brother, Allan Newman, on September 12, 2022.
PLAYDATE SATURDAY • OCTOBER 8 • 9 AM - 10:30 AM Families with infants through two-year-olds are invited to a playdate at Centenary on October 8! Come anytime from 9 - 10:30 AM. We’ll gather on the first floor of the East Building in the play place for a time of free play and fellowship for kids and their grown-ups! Friends are welcome.
IN MEMORIAM
9:00 am • Memorial Auditorium 11:00 am • Sanctuary
Geneva Lawson September 6, 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.
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
CENTENARY LEADERSHIP CONNECTIONS 336.724.6311 + Extension (for the Minister on Call • Option 2) Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III Senior Minister
ext. 1362
Rick Gibbons Congregational Care Assistant
ext. 1342
Mary Ann Wexler Executive Director
ext. 1346
Stacy Holley Exec. Assistant to Senior Minister
ext. 1359
Jonathan Emmons Director of Music Ministries
ext. 1339
John Markle Director of Operations
ext. 1347
Reverend R. Craig Ford Associate Minister
ext. 1353
Doug Peninger Director of Communications
ext. 1368
Reverend Meg Gaston ext. 1361 Assoc. Minister of Evangelism, Engagement & Missions
Tammy Pollock Director of Youth Ministries
ext. 1337
Reverend Kate May Associate Minister with Children
John Rogers Director of Information Technology
ext. 1356
ext. 1331
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
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.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE STEPHEN MINISTRY “Bless be the tie that binds our hearts in Christian love.” This lovely song says what Stephen Ministry provides. Stephen Ministers are family who care for their care receivers, pray for them, and support them daily. A Stephen Minister will be with you every step of the way with caring, Christian love. 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). SHINING LIGHT ON MENTAL HEALTH Shining Light on Mental Health is pleased to help raise awareness of a new 3-digit number that expands resources and support for those experiencing a mental health crisis. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) offers 24/7 call, text and chat access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing suicidal, substance use, and/or mental health crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress. People can also dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. For more information about 988, please visit Lifeline (988lifeline.org). Please contact Rev. Susannah Pittman if the pastoral team or Shining Light on Mental Health team can support you in your journey. You do not journey alone. OUR REFUGE SUNDAY • OCTOBER 9 • 5 PM MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM The Shining Light on Mental Health Ministry and Stephen Ministry invite you to a special program: “Our Refuge” Finding HOPE in the Psalms Among Mental Health Challenges.” Dr. Warren Kinghorn, M.D., TH.D, Professor, Duke University Medical and Divinity School, will be our guest speaker. Music by Art Bloom. For questions or more information, please contact Rev. Susannah Pittman.
Park in the 4 1/2 St parking lot and enter through the 4 1/2 St entrance by the auditorium. Questions? Contact Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org).
JUSTICE & RECONCILLIATION CREATION CARE • THE BIG SWEEP SATURDAY • OCTOBER 1 • 9 AM - NOON Join with members of Centenary’s family as we love God and neighbor through cleaning up a section of Silas Creek. In years past our Creation Care Ministry adopted a portion of the creek at Shaffner Park to keep clean. Wear clothes and shoes that can get a little dirty and wet. Supplies will be provided. This is a great opportunity for families, Sunday school classes, and others to volunteer. To inquire or RSVP: call, email, or text; Frank Hassell (c_frank_hassell@yahoo.com/336-456-4399).
MUSIC & THE ARTS ATRIUM GALLERY • STEVE CHILDS EXHIBIT Stop by the Atrium Gallery (formerly the Art Room) to view the first exhibit in the 2022-23 Art in the Atrium Series featuring the paintings of local artist Steve Childs (www.stevechilds.com). Selected pieces are available for purchase. 40% of proceeds will benefit City with Dwellings. CALLING ALL ARTISTS Are you a visual artist? Consider submitting your work for the October/November Centenary Artists exhibit in the Atrium Gallery. The exhibit’s title Genesis: A New Creation – draws inspiration from our recent Transformation on Fifth campaign, our new Atrium Gallery, and our emergence from the pandemic. A portion of proceeds from art sales will benefit City with Dwellings. Deadline for art submission is Tuesday, September 27. For more details on how to submit, please contact Music Ministry Assistant, Virginia Sheffield (vsheffield@ centenary-ws.org/336-724-6311 ext. 1338 ). CHILDREN’S MUSIC & ART NIGHT HAS BEGUN It is not too late for children ages 2 through 6th grade to join us every Thursday night from 5:00-6:35pm for Children’s Music & Art Night! Programming includes choir, handbells, handchimes, Kindermusik, art and more! Dinner is available from 4:30-6:30pm. Donations are collected weekly on site. Adult supervision is required for dinner. (Children ages 2-3 are dismissed at 5:40. Participation requires adult accompaniment.) For more information, please contact Music Ministry Assistant, Virginia Sheffield (vsheffield@centenary-ws.org/336-7246311 ext. 1338).
JMF SINGERS IN RESIDENCE OCTOBER 8-9 Mark your calendars for a weekend you won’t want to miss. The Jason Max Ferdinand Singers, a renowned California-based professional choir, will present a FREE concert in our sanctuary Saturday, October 8, at 7 pm. They’ll return on October 9 to lead 11 am worship. Learn more about the JMF Singers at www.jasonmaxferdinandsingers.com.
YOUTH MINISTRY EVENTS •September 25: Senior High Youth Group@ Miracle Heights (No Middle School Youth) •October 2: Love thy Neighbor •October 9: Middle School Youth @5:00pm & Senior High Youth @6:30pm 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 11. Until then, we are looking at how Jesus is discussed in the book of Mark. MIRACLE HEIGHTS Youth this week will be at the Crossnore Ropes Course! We are looking forward to a night of fellowship and team building from 5 - 7 pm! Look for more details in the Youth weekly email and in realm plus make sure you complete the waiver forms!
FALL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES It’s not too late to register. Our courses and descriptions may be found on the Engage tab on the website or by picking up a card from the information centers found around campus. For questions, please contact Rev. Susannah Pittman (336.724.6311 ext. 1357). Classes are filling quickly so don’t hesitate.
CHARGE CONFERENCE ACTION ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2022 On Sunday, September 11, the Charge Conference of Centenary voted to sell the church owned property at 633 and 635 W. Fourth Street and the parking lot on Holly Avenue (behind the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel). In early October, the Board of Trustees will be vetting potential commercial real estate brokers to assist them in marketing the properties. If you are a member of the congregation, a commercial broker, and wish to be considered for this opportunity, please contact Mary Ann Wexler, Executive Director, via email (mwexler@centenaryws.org) to obtain a copy of the Trustees’ Request for Proposal. RFPs will be due by October 5.