FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT • APRIL 6, 2025 • 11:00AM
THE COMMUNITY GATHERS
Welcome to worship at Centenary! We are a church for everyone. As you prepare for worship, we invite you to greet your neighbor and share the love of Christ. Please silence all mobile communication devices.
PRELUDE
GREETING
INTROIT
In God Alone — TAIZÉ
In God alone my soul can find rest and peace, in God my peace and joy. Only in God my soul can find its rest, find its rest and peace.
†OPENING PRAYER
Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of the world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
†HYMN OF PROCESSION
#126 Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above — MIT FREUDEN ZART
†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
SCRIPTURE — Luke 16:1-14
This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God. SERMON — “Earn...Save...Give...”
WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT
OFFERTORY
How Lovely Is Thy Dwelling Place (from A German Requiem) — Johannes Brahms How lovely is Thy dwelling place, O Lord of Hosts. For my soul, it longeth, yea, fainteth for the courts of the Lord; my soul and body crieth out, yea, for the living God. Blest are they that dwell within Thy house; they praise thy name evermore.
†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 DEDICATION
Almighty and forgiving God, we your unworthy servants give you most humble thanks for all your goodness and loving kindness, to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ, for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. Give us such an awareness of your mercies, that our hearts may be thankful, and that we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up ourselves to your service and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be all honor and glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
The congregation is invited to follow the communion liturgy beginning on page 12 of the hymnal.
INVITATION TO COMMUNION
Christ our Lord invites to his table all who love him, who earnestly repent of their sin and seek to live in peace with one another. Therefore, let us confess before God and one another.
CONFESSION AND PARDON
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
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.
RECEIVING OF ELEMENTS
MUSIC AT COMMUNION
Agnus Dei (from Requiem, KV 626) — W. A. Mozart Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, hear our prayer.
CLOSING PRAYER
Eternal God, we give you thanks for this holy mystery in which you have given yourself to us. Grant that we may go into the world in the strength of your Spirit, to give ourselves for others, in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
†HYMN
#430 O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee — MARYTON
RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERS
We give thanks for all that God has already given you and we welcome you in Christian love. As members together with you in the body of Christ and in this congregation of the United Methodist Church, we renew our covenant faithfully to participate in the ministries of the church by our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service, and our witness, that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ.
†BENEDICTION
†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.
†POSTLUDE
Thank you for joining us in worship today.
PARTICIPANTS IN WORSHIP
PREACHING
The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III
Senior Minister
LITURGISTS
The Reverend Kate May, Assoc. Minister
The Reverend Oliver Helsabeck, Assoc. Minister
MUSIC
Jonathan Emmons, Director of Music Ministries
Joshua Sobel, Organ Scholar
The Chancel Choir
Sam Howell, Music Ministry Intern
Jonathan Blake Borton, Piano
CRUCIFER
Anna Claire Wenker
TORCHBEARERS
Taylor Paris
Stella Jane Pierce
FLOWERS
The Chancel Flowers are given in loving memory of William M. “Buck” Butler, Jr., his brothers Joseph Glenn Butler, James “Jimmy” Butler, Albert Butler and, Glenn’s son Robert Glenn Butler by their 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, click on the Live Stream link at the top of the home page.
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
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 • APRIL 6, 2025
Learn more and register for events at www.centenary-ws.org/church-events
HOLY WEEK OPPORTUNITIES
PALM SUNDAY WORSHIP • APRIL 13
9 am Worship in Memorial Auditorium 11 am Worship in the Sanctuary
MONDAY • APRIL 14 - FRIDAY • APRIL 18
Holy Week Labyrinth • 9:30 am — 6 pm
You are invited into a period of intentional reflection, prayer, and contemplation by walking a labyrinth in our sanctuary during Holy Week. Join us for a time of self-guided spiritual practice as we conclude the season of Lent and journey toward the cross. Enter from 4½ Street and follow signage.
TUESDAY • APRIL 15 • NOON
Lenten Noontime Music Series in the Sanctuary
HOLY THURSDAY WORSHIP • APRIL 17
7 PM
Worship in the Sanctuary and Live Stream
GOOD FRIDAY WORSHIP • APRIL 18 • 7 PM
“The Seven Last Words of Christ” by Theodore Dubois & Tenebrae in the Sanctuary and Live Stream
EASTER SUNDAY WORSHIP • APRIL 20
9 am Worship in Memorial Auditorium 11 am Worship in the Sanctuary
CENTENARY SCHOLARSHIPS
Centenary is honored to offer endowed scholarships made possible by the dedication and generosity of past members. The application deadline is April 28, 2025 at 5 pm. There are significant changes to this year’s application process. To apply, please visit https://centenaryws.org/church-events/resources/
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
VBS 2025 June 16-19 • 9 am-Noon Registration is open! Please note that VBS is a different week this summer than usual! We hope that all 4-year-olds through rising 6th graders will join us for an awesome week where we learn to Trust Jesus in a Wild World! Register using the QR code.
OLDER ELEMENTARY MISSON WEEK
July 22-24
• 9 am – 3 pm
MISSIONS
BLOOD DRIVE
Tuesday • April 15 • 12:30 pm – 5 pm
Community Room
LISTEN EVENT:
“Seen” with Dr. Williams
Sunday • April 27 • 5 pm
TOUGH QUESTIONS: DEATH AND GRIEF
May 4 • 5 pm - 6:45 pm
We hope you’ll join us for Tough Questions as we hear and learn from a panel of experts ways to navigate conversations on death and grief with our children. The cost is $15/person, dinner and free children’s activities for infants-5th graders are provided! Register using the QR code.
FATHER DAUGHTER MINIGOLF
April 27 • 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Calling all fathers and daughters of all ages for a fun afternoon of minigolf, arcade games and bumper boats at Adventure Landing on Stratford Road! $10/person. Register using the QR code.
FAMILY LABYRINTH DAY
April 18 • 9 am - 11 am
Join us for our first-ever Family Labyrinth Day! Celebrate Holy week and learn together about how we can all grow closer to God. This includes a snack, art and musical labyrinth activities.
An amazing chance for rising 4th – 6th graders to serve the community through daily mission projects and spend time in fellowship! $45/ student, t-shirt, daily activities and more included! Please note this is a different week than when we typically have done OEMW. Register using the QR code – we have a limited capacity.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Sunday • April 13 • 4 pm • Dining Room
End-of-life planning is something no one looks forward to, and yet, having some things prepared ahead of time can be a gift to a family that is overwhelmed. Congregational Care Ministries will host “Things to Know Before You Go,” a program led by Rev. Oliver Helsabeck and David Gentry of Gentry Family Funeral Services in Yadkinville. We will cover funeral and memorial service planning, how to prepare necessary materials and documents, where to store them, and what’s generally helpful for end-of-life planning. If you have any questions, please email or call Rev. Oliver Helsabeck
CENTENARY CARES
Showing Care and Sharing Encouragement from Shining Light on Mental Health
When we experience challenging circumstances that affect us and involve mental health, yet we wish to remain private, it is still important that we know we are cared for, prayed for, and loved by our church family. Centenary Cares is a simple way that our church can extend care and encouragement. If someone you know is stressed or has a loved one experiencing issues with mental health, submit the person’s name to Rev. Oliver Helsabeck (ohelsabeck@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1357).
A member of Shining Light will confidentially deliver a Centenary Cares bag to the recipient. More information can be found on the church website under Congregational Care/Shining Light.
HEALING HANDS MINISTRY
First Mondays • 10 am - Noon
Gathering Room
Calling all knitters and crocheters! Join Healing Hands for a time of fellowship, instruction, and service as members create prayer shawls, lap throws, and other handmade items to provide a tangible blessing for people experiencing loss, crisis, or other need for prayerful care. Items are prayed over and blessed to be given away to others in time of need. No experience is necessary. Contact Rev. Oliver Helsabeck or Dianne Moore for more information.
Centenary is partnering with the Red Cross to host a blood drive. 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@centenaryws.org).
RISE AGAINST HUNGER
Sunday • April 13 • 2 pm – 4 pm
Community Room
Centenary is participating in Rise Against Hunger. Set up will start at 12:30 pm. We look forward to packing as many meals as possible. All ages are welcome! Contact Rev. Meg (mpeters@centenary-ws.org), if you have any questions.
MUSIC & ARTS
LENTEN NOONTIME SERIES
Tuesdays • Now – April 15
Noon – 12:30 pm • Sanctuary
Join us in the Sanctuary each Tuesday of Lent at noon for a 30-minute musical presentation.
This week we welcome back Liquid Fire! Piano Duo with Centenary’s own Dr. Barbara ListerSink and Jonathan Borton. We hope you will attend as we prepare our hearts during this season of reflection and contemplation. For questions or more information, please contact Jonathan Emmons (jemmons@centenary-ws. org).
ART IN THE ATRIUM Lenten Expressions: Glimpses of Grace
Now – April 30 • Atrium & 4 ½ St. Galleries
We are proud to showcase our Lenten exhibit, Lenten Expressions: Glimpses of Grace. Featuring the art of Centenary’s new Faith & Artistry class lead by Dr. Steve Martin, we invite you to come, engage with and reflect on images inspired by this most sacred of seasons.
SENIOR ADULTS
LUNCHEON
Thursday • April 17 • Noon
Memorial Auditorium
This month’s guest speaker is Keith Byrd, Centenary’s Alternative Worship Leader, who will present a special program of music for Holy Week. We gather at 11:45 am 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, April 9.
YOUTH MINISTRY
April 11
5:15 pm - 8:45 pm: Sixers! Goes to Celebration Station
WS/FCS PROM SHOP
Saturday • April 12 • 9 am - Noon
2700 Main St. WSNC
Come donate and let your classmates know! Free prom clothing available to WinstonSalem/Forsyth County School District students. Parking is behind the building. For any questions, email: CNBLAND@ FIRSTHORIZONS.COM
Centenary Youth Ministry & Shining Light on Mental Health welcomes Dr. Chinwé Williams for a communitywide LISTEN event in the Memorial Auditorium. Dr. Chinwé is a highly regarded keynote and workshop facilitator. As a board certified and dedicated mental health professional, Dr. Williams is an authority on topics relating to stress, anxiety, burnout, trauma resolution, the intersection of faith, culture, mental health.
SUMMER IN THE CITY 2025
This summer, for the first time, our Youth Ministry will team up with our missional partners to serve right here in Winston Salem for a local mission week. Plan to spend June 10-12, 2025 at Centenary and serving each day at these various partner organizations, worshiping together, growing in your faith & friendships, experiencing some incredible evening activities, and witnessing God in our midst right in our own ‘backyard’. Cost for this mission experience is $200 per person. Mark your calendar and watch for registration and more details coming soon!
LOOKING AHEAD
April 25-26: Confirmation Retreat to Blowing Rock
May 11: Graduation Recognition Sunday May 18: Confirmation Sunday June 1: Summer Kick-Off/9th Grade Promotion (@ ROAR)
Love Thy Neighbor Dates 2025: May 4
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.
OPEN FLOWER DATES
There are two open dates on our Flower Calendar, June 22 and July 13. The cost of flowers is $450.00 for the two arrangements you see each Sunday adorning our altar. These may be taken by an individual, a family, or shared. If shared, the cost is then divided among the number of people sponsoring the flowers. If interested, please contact Paige Morgan-Foy (pmorganfoy@centenary-ws.org/ ext. 1358). Paige can be reached on Mondays and Tuesdays.
