SUNDAY • MAY 26, 2024
“Meet the Trinity”
John 3:1-17
Preaching
Rev. Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III
Senior Minister
Liturgist
Rev. Meg Peters
Associate Minister of Outreach
Music
Keith Byrd Alternative Music Leader
Zakiyyah Niang, Vocalist
Ahmad Johnson, Vocalist
Noah Clark, Guitarist
Doug Wright, Bassist
Jacob Anflick, Drummer
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
DON’T MISS OUT ON THE FUN THIS SUMMER!
Vacation Bible School, July 29-Aug. 1; 9 am-noon each day
For ages 4 years old through rising 6th graders
Older Elementary Mission Week, June 25-27; 9 am-3 pm each day
For rising 4th-6th graders, cost $45/ student
Register for these events using the QR codes or by going to the Events page of the Centenary Website: centenary-ws.org
KITCHEN SUNDAY SCHOOL BEGINS JUNE 2 FOR K-5TH GRADERS!
This summer our Sunday school forces will combine for a delicious cooking and learning experience for kindergarteners through fifth graders. Throughout the summer our kids will gather in the Community Room at 10 am and then head into the East Building kitchen to experience a Bible story through food! Rev. Kate May will be leading our lessons but each week we will have a grown up helper to make sure we all have a yummy time! Want to join us? Reach out to Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1331).
FAMILY SUMMER CELEBRATION
SUNDAY • JUNE 23 • 4-5 PM
Join us for our Family Summer Celebration! Kids of all ages along with their grown ups are invited to the front lawn and playground of the church for a slip and slide, foam party, fun on the playground and popsicles! If it rains, we’ve got a fun indoor plan so come anyway! Have questions? Reach out to Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1331) or Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1332).
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
REFRESH: WEEKLY PRAYER IN THE CHAPEL
TUESDAYS • NOW – MAY 28
NOON- 12:30PM
You are invited for a time of prayer each week in our Chapel. Resources will be provided for a time of independent reflection and contemplation.
JUSTICE & RECONCILLIATION
HOW CAN WE CHANGE THE STORY? UNDESIGN THE RED LINE
SUNDAY • JUNE 9 • 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
Join us for our next panel discussion about social issues impacting our community. This month features the panel discussion as well as an exhibit in partnership with the Winston-Salem Foundation. Guest panelists are Phyllis Blackwell-George (Financial Pathways of the Piedmont, President & CEO), Marty Pittman (Winston-Salem Foundation, Donor Services Officer), Linda Dark ( African American Heritage Initiative of Winston-Salem).
MISSIONS
BLOOD DRIVE
WEDNESDAY • JUNE 12 • 12:30 - 5 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Centenary is partnering with the Red Cross to host a blood drive. Please mark your calendars for our October 8 blood drive too! If you would like to sign up to donate blood, you may do so by scanning the QR code or visiting our website. If you cannot give blood but would like to volunteer, please email Rev. Meg Peters (mpeters@centenary-ws.org) or check our website for more details.
CURAMERICAS
JANUARY 2025 • MONTERO,
BOLIVIA
Join us on an unforgettable journey with Curamericas Global! For over three decades, Curamericas has partnered with local communities to provide sustainable healthcare solutions. As a volunteer, you will work alongside experts in community health, contributing to meaningful projects that enhance the lives of women, children, and families. Whether you have medical skills or just a willing heart, your efforts will make a significant impact. Experience the rich culture, breathtaking landscapes, and the warmth of the Bolivian people, all while making a difference. Deposits are due June 30. Please email Rev. Meg Peters (mpeters@ centenary-ws.org), if you have any questions.
MUSIC & ARTS
SIGN UP NOW FOR CHILDREN’S MUSIC & ART CAMP 2024
July 15 - 18, 2024
CMA Camp is offered for infants through rising 5th graders. Offerings include singing, handbells, handchimes, creative movement, art, Kindermusik, and more! Snacks are provided daily. The week ends with a camper-led worship service on Thursday at 12:30 pm followed by a reception to celebrate the accomplishments of each child during camp. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled week! Register via the QR Code today! For more information, please contact Music Ministry Assistant, Virginia Sheffield (vsheffield@centenary-ws.org).
SUBSCRIBE TO SIGHTINGS & SOUNDINGS
The summer issue of Centenary’s monthly Music & Arts magazine is now available! 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.
SENIOR ADULTS
LUNCHEON
THURSDAY • JUNE 20 • NOON MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
This month’s speaker is Adrienne Roethling, of Ciener Botanical Garden. We gather at 11:45 and lunch will be served at noon. 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 Wednesday, June 12.
UNITED WOMEN IN FAITH
SANCTUARY ORNAMENT
Centenary United Methodist United Women in Faith (UWF) are offering a limited-edition Centenary Sanctuary ornament. The ornaments are hand-painted and made of blown glass. They include a historically accurate depiction of Centenary’s Sanctuary stained-glass windows. The measurements are 5 ¾” (length) x 3” (width) x 3 ¼” (height).
The ornaments are scheduled to arrive in August and you will have opportunities to pick up preordered ornaments once they arrive.
Cost: $40 per ornament. Cash or check accepted. Must pay at time of order. Vist the UWF page on the church website to order.
YOUTH MINISTRY
Today
10:00 am: Youth Sunday school – Memorial Day Brunch NO Youth Groups tonight – Happy Memorial Day weekend!
May 30
5:30 pm: Youth Choir Collective on Fifth
June 2
10:00 am: Youth Sunday school
11:00 am: Worship with Graduation Recognition
Noon: Cookie & Lemonade Graduates & our church family (@5th Street patio)
1:30 pm: ALL Youth SUMMER KICK-OFF at the DASH!
YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL
Join us every Sunday at 10:00 am on the fourth floor (@Youth Commons) for ALL youth Sunday School. As always there are breakfast snacks, coffee & drinks, and friends & fellowship before the lesson every week!
Join us for our series in Youth Sunday school, “Faith Face to Face”. This new series is all about exploring your questions of faith. We asked you what your questions are; you told us what you’re wondering about, and together we will find the answers! In 1 Corinthians 14: 33 we are reminded that “God is a God not of confusion, but of peace”. We can’t wait for you to be part of this great opportunity to take one question of faith each week and seek God’s wisdom so that we might more grow in the likeness and love of Jesus.
SENIOR RECOGNITION
On June 2, we invite all our graduating seniors to join us at the 11:00 am worship service to honor you. We honor you, not for any awards you have won or achievements you have garnered, there will be other times and places for that. Instead, we honor you simply because you belong to us. You are ours and always will be. We want to give you our blessing and a blanket to remind you who you are and whose you are as you begin the next adventure in your journey.
SUMMER YOUTH BIBLE STUDY FEASTING ON THE WORD
Throughout Confirmation you are challenged to read the Gospel of Luke so that you might have a bigger perspective of Jesus’ life, who he is, and the example he offers us as ‘Christ-followers’. This summer, for our summer youth Bible study, we are going to dive deeper into what Luke has to teach us about the Lord. Join us as we feast on the Word and some good food. Afterall, this is one of the things Jesus does, eats with people & talks with people about the Kingdom of Heaven. Beginning June 9 at 5:00 pm we will gather at various restaurants in Winston to feast together on food and word. Watch our weekly announcements for details about where we will meet each week. (cost $10-$20 depending on what you order to eat!)
LOOKING AHEAD
June 2: Graduation Recognition Sunday & Summer Kick-Off!
July 20-28: YouthWorks Senior High mission trip (Niagara Falls, NY)
July 29-August 1: Vacation Bible School
August 11: LTN
August 16: 6th grade Promotion Party
August 18: Sunday school Open House & Fall Kickoff!
September 15: LTN
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.
CHURCH OFFICES CLOSED
Centenary church offices and campus will be closed on Monday, May 27.
MONDAY • MAY 27
Luke 6-7 & Psalm 115
TUESDAY • May 28
Luke 8-9 & Psalm 116
WEDNESDAY • MAY 29
Luke 10-11 & Psalm 117
THURSDAY • MAY 30
Luke 12-13 & Psalm 118
FRIDAY • MAY 31
Luke 14-16 & Psalm 119 vv. 1-32
SATURDAY • JUNE 1
Luke 17-18 & Psalm 119 vv. 33-64
SUNDAY • JUNE 2
Luke 19-20 & Psalm 119 vv. 65-96
