WELCOME TO WORSHIP
WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT OFFERTORY Easy to be Hard — Galt MacDermot, James Rado, and Gerome Ragni 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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SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST • SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • 9:00AM
WE GO AS GOD’S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD
THE COMMUNITY GATHERS The gathering music 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
GATHERING MUSIC GREETING OPENING PRAYER 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.
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HYMN
HYMN
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#437 This Is My Song — FINLANDIA
BENEDICTION
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BENEDICTION RESPONSE Emmanuel — Kenneth Wilmot Sr. Emanuel, Emanuel, his name is called Emanuel. God with us, revealed in us. His name is called Emanuel. Let every heart prepare him room. O come, O come Emanuel. God with us, revealed in us. His name is called Emanuel.
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CELEBRATION MUSIC
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#2223 They’ll Know We Are Christians by Our Love — ST. BRENDAN’S
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH We are not alone, we live in God’s world. We believe in God: who has created and is creating, who has come in Jesus, the Word made flesh, to reconcile and make new, who works in us and others by the Spirit. We trust in God. We are called to be the church: to celebrate God’s presence, to love and serve others, to seek justice and resist evil, to proclaim Jesus, crucified and risen, our judge and our hope. In life, in death, in life beyond death, God is with us. We are not alone. Thanks be to God. Amen.
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Thank you for joining us in worship today.
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.
PARTICIPANTS IN WORSHIP PREACHING The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III Senior Minister LITURGISTS The Reverend Meg Gaston, Assoc. Minister
MUSIC Martha Bassett, vocals Matt Kendrick, bass Federico Pivetta, piano Ken Wilmot, trumpet John Wilson, drums
WE HEAR THE WORD PROCLAIMED 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. SERMON — “Concerned About the Margin”
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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.
IN MEMORIAM
WORSHIP AT CENTENARY
Geneva Lawson September 6, 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
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
CELEBRATIONS & CONCERNS
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.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY 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. 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 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.
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.