May 29, 2022 • 9am Worship

WELCOME TO WORSHIP

SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER • MAY 29, 2022 • 9:00AM • ASCENSION SUNDAY

THE COMMUNITY GATHERS GATHERING MUSIC GREETING OPENING PRAYER

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HYMN

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With all our heart, we take refuge in God most high, who created all things, the merciful Father, Source of all goodness. With all our heart, we take refuge in Christ, the Redeemer from sin, who restores our true nature, the perfect and mysterious Word. With all our heart, we take refuge in the One who embraces the universe, who at all times and in all places responds to our needs, the pure and tranquil Holy Spirit. #368 My Hope is Built — THE SOLID ROCK

AFFIRMATION OF FAITH

#881 The Apostles' Creed

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

After each prayer, the leader may conclude: Lord, in your mercy.

All may respond: Hear our prayer.

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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.

GOD'S WORD PROCLAIMED SCRIPTURE

Matthew 5:3-12 (pew Bible New Testament page 4) This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.

SERMON †

Please stand as you are able.

THE COMMUNITY RESPONDS AND GIVES THANKS OFFERTORY

DOXOLOGY

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PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING

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#95 Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow — OLD 100th Almighty God, giver of every good and perfect gift, teach us to render to you all that we have and all that we are, that we may praise you, not with our lips only, but with our whole lives, turning the duties, the sorrows, and the joys of all our days into a living sacrifice to you; through our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

WE GO AS GOD'S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD HYMN

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BENEDICTION

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CELEBRATION MUSIC

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#428 For the Healing of the Nations — CWM RHONDA

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Learn more and register for events at www.centenary-ws.org/engage.

ADULT FORMATION

FAITH ENGAGEMENT SURVEY Thank you to everyone who has responded and taken the Gallup poll on Faith Engagement. If you have not done so, please take the time to do it now. We look forward to what you share with us about your faith community. You can find the link at centenary-ws. org/engage. We value your feelings, and opinions and they will be kept completely confidential. If you would prefer a paper copy of the survey, please contact Rev. Bret Cogan.

SMALL GROUP FACILITATORS New small group opportunities are coming for the fall! As plans are being finalized, we are seeking facilitators to lead. There are no special skills needed and you do not need to be an expert.

Resources and materials will be available as you lead discussions, ask questions, and learn together. If you are interested and want to learn more, please contact Rev. Bret Cogan.

MEN'S MINISTRY The Men's Ministry and Shining Light on Mental Health are partnering for a men's breakfast on Thursday, June 2, at 7:30 am in the East Building Community Room. Rev. Tim Auman, University Chaplain of Wake Forest and the founder and director of the MindfulWake initiative, will present on "Mindful Masculinity: A conversation about empowering men through an expansive (and compassionate) vision of what it means to be a man." All men are invited to attend. For more information, please contact Rev. Bret Cogan.

SUMMER IN THE PSALMS We invite you to join us this summer in reading the Psalms! Our 10week reading plan is organized around the major types of psalms, with each week’s readings highlighting a specific type of psalm. Our reading plan will be available online and around campus prior to our kick-off on June 12. For more information, please contact Rev. Susannah Pittman.

CONGREGATIONAL CARE

STEPHEN MINISTRY I haven’t been the same since my mother passed away two years ago. I’m exhausted, irritable, and often withdrawn. I’ve been so busy taking care of my surviving father and my own family that I didn’t really allow myself time to grieve her death. It’s time now I need help.

If you or someone you know could benefit from Stephen Ministry, please contact Deena Morgan (336-692-2314), Wilba Brady (336723-6236), Rev. Craig Ford (336-724-6311 ext. 1353) or Rev. Susannah Pittman (336-724-6311 ext. 1357).

CHILDREN'S MINISTRY

PLAYGROUND SUNDAY SCHOOL Rising 1 - 6 graders and their grown-ups are invited to join us for Playground Sunday School over the summer! During the summer (June 5 - August 21) we’ll gather on the playground from 10-10:45 am for play, fellowship, and a devotion plus donuts and coffee. In case of rain, we’ll gather in the Community Room.

FAMILY SUMMER CELEBRATION SUNDAY • JUNE 26 • 4-5 PM Families are invited to join us on Sunday, June 26 from 4-5 pm for a summer celebration! We’ll have a slip’n’slide, popsicles, and play on the playground. Come join us for a fun afternoon of fellowship!

All ages and friends welcome!

MISSIONS

FOOD BANK GARDEN VOLUNTEERS The Betty and Jim Holmes Food Bank Garden is in need of volunteers to help with planting, harvesting, and composting.

To volunteer at the Garden or to bring a group you can email harvest.tomatoes@gmail.com. The garden website is https:// foodbankgarden.shutterfly.com.

YOUTH MINISTRY

SAVE THE DATE • May 29: NO YOUTH TONIGHT- Memorial Weekend!

• June 5: Youth Group goes to the DASH! • July 16-23: Senior High Mission Trip to Kansas City, MO 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.

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL Youth, 6th grade through 12th grade, are invited to summer Sunday school (June 5 - August 21) on the 4th floor. Join us from 10:00 am-10:45 am for a light breakfast in the Youth Commons and conversation about Jesus.

RECEPTION FOR DEPARTING CLERGY

SUNDAY • June 26 • NOON • MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM The Staff/Parish Relations Committee invites you to a reception honoring our retiring associate minister, Rev. Bret Cogan, as we celebrate his time and ministry at Centenary. The reception will be in Memorial Auditorium immediately following the 11:00 am worship. If you would like to contribute to a love offering, please contact Mary Ann Wexler, executive director, in the business office

by June 22.

CHURCH OFFICES CLOSED

In observance of Memorial Day, all church offices will be closed on Monday, May 30.

CALLED CHARGE CONFERENCE RESCHEDULED

MONDAY • JUNE 6 • 6:30 PM • COMMUNITY ROOM The purpose of the rescheduled charge conference is to consider the sale of the church owned Holly Avenue parking lot, the 633 and 635 W. Fourth Street properties and the adjacent parking lot on 4 1⁄2 Street. The congregation is invited to attend the meeting.

The members of the Church Council and any retired ordained minister who holds his or her charge conference membership with Centenary comprise the voting members of the Charge Conference. Information regarding the sale of these properties may be obtained by contacting Mary Ann Wexler, Executive Director.

The East Building entrance will be open for those wishing to park in the 5th Street lot.

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TEXT TO GIVE Text cumcws to 73256 and you will be linked to give your gifts of tithes and offerings.

ATTENTION ALL MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS Centenary is forming a new Medical Hospitality Team to serve each Sunday during our worship and Sunday school hours should we have a medical emergency. If you are a PA, MD, NP, RN or EMT, we invite you to contact Dr. Lon Morgan (lgmorgan@novanthealth. org) to learn more.

PARTICIPATING IN WORSHIP PREACHING The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III, Senior Minister LITURGIST The Reverend Bret Cogan, Associate Minister

MUSIC Martha Bassett, vocals Matt Kendrick, bass Federico Pivetta, piano Ken Wilmot, trumpet John Wilson, drums

Musical texts are printed with permission.

One License A-707342 & CCLI 3760614

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