TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST • JULY 28, 2024 • 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.
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
CANTICLE
The King of Love My Shepherd Is — arr. Mack Wilberg
SCRIPTURE — Ephesians 3:14-21
This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
SERMON
WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT † Please
PRELUDE
GREETING
INTROIT
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.
†OPENING PRAYER
O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: increase and multiply upon us your mercy; that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal, that we lose not the things eternal; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen
†HYMN OF PROCESSION
#89 Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee — HYMN TO JOY
†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
OFFERTORY
O Love — Elaine Hagenberg
O Love that will not let me go, I rest my weary soul in thee; I give thee back the life I owe, that in thy ocean depths its flow may richer, fuller be. O Joy that seeks me through pain, I cannot close my heart to thee; I trace the rainbow through the rain, and feel the promise is not vain, that morn shall tearless be.
†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
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.
WE GO AS GOD’S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD
†HYMN
#384 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling — BEECHER
†BENEDICTION
†BENEDICTION RESPONSE
A Clare Benediction — John Rutter
May the Lord show his mercy upon you; may the light of his presence be your guide: may he guard you and uphold you; may his spirit be ever be your side. When you sleep, may his angels watch over you; when you wake, may he fill you with his grace: may you love him and serve him all your days, then in heaven may you see his face.
†POSTLUDE
Thank you for joining us in worship today.
PARTICIPANTS IN WORSHIP
PREACHING
The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III, Senior Minister
LITURGIST
The Reverend Oliver Helsabeck, Assoc. Minister
MUSIC
Jonathan Emmons, Director of Music Ministries
Joshua Sobel, Organ Scholar
The Chancel Choir
CRUCIFER
Anne Scott Dwiggins
TORCHBEARERS
Camilla Boehnlein
Taylor Paris
FLOWERS
The Chancel Flowers are given in loving memory of Susan Womble Abernethy, Francis Tucker Kimball, James Barry Smith, and Rev. Richard R. Hanner Jr. by Mr. and Mrs. Judson Davis and family and the Smith 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
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 Oliver Helsabeck ext. 1357
Associate Minister for Congregational Care
Reverend Kate May ext. 1331
Associate Minister with Children
Reverend Meg Peters ext. 1361
Associate Minister of Outreach
Tammy Pollock ext. 1337 Director of Youth Ministries
Rick Gibbons ext. 1342 Congregational Care Assistant
Stacy Holley ext. 1359 Adult Discipleship Specialist & Pastoral Assistant
John Markle ext. 1347 Director of Operations
Doug Peninger ext. 1368 Director of Communications
John Rogers ext. 1356 Director of Information Technology
ANNOUNCEMENTS • JULY 28, 2024
Learn more and register for events at www.centenary-ws.org/church-events
CELEBRATIONS & CONCERNS
IN MEMORIAM
William Thomas Graham, Jr.
June 16, 2024
Lenna Rose Severs
June 25, 2024
Martha Anne Waggoner
June 28, 2024
The ministers and members of Centenary extend their deepest sympathy to the bereaved families and pray they may know the comfort and peace of our Heavenly Father.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
VBS SET UP
TODAY FOLLOWING 11 AM WORSHIP
Would you love to help us decorate for VBS? Meet us in Memorial Auditorium after 11 am worship! Stay as long as you can to help set up and get things ready! There will be pizza for lunch!
BACKPACK BLESSING
SUNDAY • AUGUST 11 • 5:30 - 7 PM
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
STEPHEN MINISTRY
“After my stroke, I lost the ability to drive. I always thought I would be the one to take care of my wife, but now she is having to take care of me. Little things like going to the grocery store without assistance are now impossible. I am completely dependent on others in a way I’ve never been before. Maybe a Stephen Minister could help me work through my loss of independence.”
If you or someone you know could benefit from Stephen Ministry, please contact Deena Morgan (336-692-2314) or Wilba Brady (336-723-6236).
MEN’S MINISTRY
THURSDAY MORNING FELLOWSHIP
AUGUST 1 • 7:30AM-8:30AM COMMUNITY ROOM
We meet the first Thursday of every month as we gather in the second floor Catering Kitchen for coffee and biscuits and fellowship. Then we move to the Community Room for prayer, announcements, and a brief program. You may enter the East Building from the 4 1⁄2 Street or 5th Street entrances. To learn more about Men’s Ministry at Centenary, contact Chris Munnelly, Tanner Robinson, Michael Rogers, or Tom Lawson.
MISSIONS
FOOD BANK GARDEN
CENTENARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 646 W. FIFTH STREET • WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27101
HTTPS://CENTENARY-WS.ORG • 336-724-6311
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 – What’s Faith Got to Do with It?
Senior High Mission Team returning home from Niagara Falls, NY NO Feasting on the Word Bible Study
August 4th
10:00 am: Youth Sunday school – What’s Faith Got to Do with It?
Noon: Church Council
5:00 pm: Feasting on the Word – Luke 16: 1-22: 34 at KickBack Jack’s (3286 Silas Creek Pkwy)
PRAYER FOR OUR MISSION TRIP
“So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” Colossians 2
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 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. After all, this is one of the things Jesus did, he ate with people and talked with people about the Kingdom of Heaven. Each Sunday at 5:00 pm we will gather at various restaurants in town 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
July 29-August 1: Vacation Bible School
August 16: 6th grade Promotion Party
August 18: Sunday school Open House & Fall Kickoff!
September 11: Nourish begins - Youth Bible Study
September 22: Churchwide Block Party! October 20: Annual ALL Youth trip to Carowinds/ Scarowinds
Love Thy Neighbor Dates
August 11
September 15
October 6
November 3
December 1
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.
CALLED CHARGE CONFERENCE
SUNDAY • AUGUST 4 • DINING ROOM
Join us for fun activities, pizza dinner and a chance to meet your Sunday school small group leaders for the upcoming school year! We will spend time speaking a blessing over you and your backpack. We will also be collecting packs of size 5 diapers for local food pantries! RSVP by Wednesday, August 7 using the QR code. If you forget to RSVP, we would love to still have you come and participate!
KINDERGARTEN WORSHIP READINESS
AUGUST 11 • 10 AM
We invite all new Kindergarteners and their grownups to join us in the Sanctuary to learn about the transition to being a part of worship and have an introduction to Children’s Worship. Kids will have the opportunity to participate in an abbreviated Children’s Worship lesson while grown-ups talk about tips for worshiping alongside your children. We will be finished by 10:45 am.
PROMOTION SUNDAY AND PARENT OPEN HOUSE
AUGUST 18 • ROOM 304 • EAST BUILDING
On Sunday, August 18, your kids will move up to their new Sunday school class for the 2024-2025 academic year! The Sunday school class your kids are in corresponds with their grade in school for that year or their age by August 31, 2024. During Sunday school on August 18, we will have a Parent Open House in Room 304, on the third floor of the East Building. We will have a time of refreshments, fellowship and hear about all the amazing things coming up for your family at Centenary this year. Questions? Reach out to Rev. Kate May (kmay@ centenary-ws.org/ext. 1331) or Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1332).
The Food Bank Garden is looking for volunteers! The garden is a great outdoor mission opportunity for groups, individuals, families, children and youth. The garden is open every Saturday from 10 amNoon and every Wednesday from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. You need to pre-register via their website. The garden is located at Crossnore Communities for Children at 1001 Reynolda Road (formerly The Children’s Home). Visit their website at https:// foodbankgarden.org for schedule, directions, signup, photos, and other pertinent information.
SUMMER STOCK
Loaves & Fishes is once again collecting items for Summer Stock! Anytime this summer, you can take a brown paper bag located in the Narthex or at the 4 ½ street entrance to fill with needed items. This year we are collecting the following foods: canned vegetables, canned fruit, ravioli, SpaghettiOs, spam, vienna sausages, rice (1lb. bags). Please make sure the canned items are regular sized cans. You can drop your donations off at the 4 ½ street entrance or in the Narthex to the Sanctuary. If you have any questions, contact Rev. Meg Peters (mpeters@ centenary-ws.org).
MUSIC & ARTS
Loving Lord, on this final day of our mission team’s journey, may the stories of the week fill the busses, their laughter and love fill their hearts to overflowing, and may you prepare them to reenter the world they have left behind for the last eight days. Even though their bodies are weary Lord, their hearts are so full! Send your angels to surround them and stand guard so that they may return home to their families safely. Help their families to, not only hear our stories of transformation, but to truly listen to the miraculous work you have done in the world and in our lives. Amen.
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!
“What’s Faith Got to Do With It?” As teenagers, we have all kinds of thoughts about what we might be or do when we grow up. The possibilities are endless and so very exciting! Come listen to different ‘grown-ups’ from our church family share what it is that they do (their work), how they decided what they wanted to do with their life, how they got there, and what their faith has to do with it. This is a great opportunity to hear from and be inspired by some very exceptional people.
Centenary UMC will hold a called Charge Conference at the conclusion of the Church Council meeting which begins at 12:30 pm. The purpose of the Charge Conference and only business to be transacted is the ratification of the compensation for Rev. Oliver Helsabeck as set by the Staff/Parish Relations Committee. The voting members of the Charge Conference are the members of the Church Council, the appointed clergy, delegates to Annual Conference, and retired clergy who hold their charge conference relationship with Centenary.
CHILDREN’S CREATIVE ARTS EXPERIENCE RETURNS THIS FALL CAE returns on September 13! This popular program includes activities for children ages 2 through 5th grade during Nourish each week. Our 2- and 3-year-olds will wiggle, giggle and grow in a Kindermusik class, and children ages 4+ will have a blast in our Creative Arts Experience exploring singing, chimes, Kindermusik, Orff instruments, drumming, creative movement, drama, visual art, worship leadership and more! Register now via the QR Code. Email Music Ministries Assistant Virginia Sheffield (vsheffield@centenary-ws.org) with any questions.
MONDAY • JULY 29 Titus 1-3 & Psalm 23
TUESDAY • JULY 30 Philemon 1 & Psalm 24
WEDNESDAY • JULY 31 Hebrews 1-2 & Psalm 25
SUNDAY • AUGUST 4 Hebrews 9-10 &
THURSDAY • AUGUST 1 Hebrews 3-4 & Psalm 26 FRIDAY • AUGUST 2 Hebrews 5-6 & Psalm 27
