TRANSFIGURATION SUNDAY • MARCH 2, 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
Hymn of Praise — René Clausen Alleluia. Praise God in his holy temple. Amen.
†OPENING PRAYER
O God, who before the passion of your only-begotten Son revealed his glory upon the holy mountain: grant to us that we, beholding by faith the light of his countenance, may be strengthened to bear our cross, and be changed into his likeness from glory to glory; 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
#173 Christ, Whose Glory Fills the Skies — RATISBON
†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.
†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 10:1-12
This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
SERMON — “Are We the 72?”
WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT
OFFERTORY
Dazzling As the Sun — Gwyneth Walker Dazzling as the sun, the face of Jesus on the mountain, like the face of Moses coming down from Sinai ready, strong to lead his people out of bondage into freedom, to the promised land. Transfigured for disciples’ eyes, God’s servant who would suffer as Isaiah prophesied. Revealed in garments glist’ning white, the glorious Son of Man whom Daniel had foretold. Then the cloud of presence, then the voice of witness: “This is my beloved Son on whom my favor rests. Listen to him.” Hear him! Gazing on the Lord by radiant light transfigured, see the pattern of our lives: cross embraced to Easter splendor. Claim the gospel vision wondrous: we are God’s beloved ones. Claim the transformation promised: destiny of glory!
†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
Receive these offerings, O Lord. We give you thanks for the blessings which you have bestowed upon us. We pray these gifts, the employment of our talents, the labor of our hands, the prayers of our hearts, and the witness of our lives will show the world the magnitude of your love and grace. Let us put you first in our lives. Use us this week to build your Kingdom. We ask this in the name of Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever more. Amen.
WE CELEBRATE HOLY COMMUNION
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
Christ, We Do All Adore Thee (from The Seven Last Words of Christ)
— Théodore Dubois
Christ, we do all adore thee, and we do praise thee forever, for on the cross hast thou the world from sin redeemed.
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
#384 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling — BEECHER
†BENEDICTION
†BENEDICTION RESPONSE
The Lord Bless You and Keep You — John Rutter
The Lord bless you and keep you, the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you. Amen. (Numbers 6: 24-26)
†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 Oliver Helsabeck Assoc. Minister
The Reverend Meg Peters, Assoc. Minister
MUSIC
Jonathan Emmons, Director of Music Ministries
Joshua Sobel, Organ Scholar
The Chancel Choir
Sam Howell, Music Ministry Intern
CRUCIFER
Anna Claire Wenker
TORCHBEARERS
Catherine Wenker
Eleanor Coulter
FLOWERS
The Chancel Flowers are given in loving memory of Ian Shober Stokes for his 34th birthday by his parents, Dan & Carita Stokes and his sister, Lara Anne Stokes-Bradley.
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
CENTENARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
646 W. FIFTH STREET • WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27101
WWW.CENTENARY-WS.ORG • 336-724-6311
ANNOUNCEMENTS • MARCH 2, 2025
Learn more and register for events at www.centenary-ws.org/church-events
WORSHIP
ASH WEDNESDAY WORSHIP
Our Lenten journey begins on March 5 with worship at noon and 6:15 pm in the Sanctuary. Rev. Meg Peters will be preaching, and we will be invited into the Lenten discipline through the imposition of ashes.
ADULT FORMATION
2025 JOURNEY THROUGH LUKE & ACTS
Our year-long journey continues through the books of Luke and Acts, featuring sermons, Bible studies, a weekly reading plan, study guides, and other opportunities to engage with these transformative scriptures. For more details, please scan the QR code.
THRIVE! 2025 WOMEN’S RETREAT
“TENDING THE SOIL OF YOUR SOUL”
UPCOMING DATES
• Rise Against Hunger
April 13 • 2 - 4 pm
• Easter Egg Hunt
April 20 • 10 am
• Father/Daughter Mini-Golf April 27 • 3 - 5 pm
• Tough Questions May 4 • 5 - 6:45 pm
NO CHILDREN’S WORSHIP TODAY
Today, rather than leaving for children’s worship, K-3rd graders will remain in the service with their grown-ups to participate in worship and communion together. If you did not pick up a worship bag on your way in, they are available in the narthex and outside the East transept. We look forward to having your child join us for children’s worship next week!
COMMUNICATIONS
DINNER FOR 8
STEPHEN MINISTRY
Seeking Care Receivers
Stephen Ministry is a lay caring ministry. Stephen Ministers are not counselors or therapists; rather, they are caring Christian friends who can offer a listening ear to help others through the tough times in life. Stephen Ministers are trained and supervised in their ministry. If you (or someone you know) are going through a tough time and could use a caring friend, contact Rev. Oliver Helsabeck (ohelsabeck@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1357) for a referral to our Stephen Ministry. All referrals are confidential.
JUSTICE & RECONCILIATION
MAPPING PREJUDICE WORKSHOP
Sunday • March 23 • 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Memorial Auditorium
LUNCHEON
Thursday • March 20 • Noon
Memorial Auditorium
This month’s guest speaker is Tammy Pollock, Centenary’s Director of Youth Ministries. 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, March 12. The Senior Adult Council will meet briefly in the choir room at 11:00 before the luncheon.
YOUTH MINISTRY
Today 10:00 am: Youth Sunday school (@ Youth Commons) 11:00 am: LTN set up (@Memorial Auditorium) Noon - 2:00 pm: Love Thy Neighbor lunch and Medical Clinic 2:15 pm: LTN clean up (@Memorial Auditorium)
March 5 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm: Confirmation – “Ash Wednesday & Stuff” (@ Youth Commons)
April 4-6, 2025 • Lake Junaluska Centenary women and their friends are invited to join us for the Thrive! 2025 Women’s Retreat, a weekend dedicated to spiritual renewal and deepening your faith. Held at the beautiful Lake Junaluska Conference Center, this retreat will feature sessions led by keynote speaker Rev. Meg Peters, Centenary’s Associate Minister of Outreach, and worship led by musician, Brittany Bethel. Come explore how to cultivate a thriving spiritual life while connecting with God and others. Don’t miss out—sign up now to take advantage of the early bird discount! Scholarships are available to ensure everyone can participate.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
EASTER CANDY COLLECTION
Through April 2, we will be collecting candy to fill our easter eggs for our annual Easter Egg Hunt (April 20). Please bring individually wrapped, non-chocolate candy to the buckets at either the 4 ½ Street Reception Desk or the 5th Street Reception desk.
MOTHER/SON BOWLING
March 30 • 2:30-4:30 pm
This coming fall, you will be invited to participate in Dinner for 8, a small group opportunity open to everyone. Groups will enjoy great food, conversation, and friendship. Registration will open in July. For more information, contact Doug Peninger Director of Communication (dpeninger@ centenary-ws.org/ext. 1368).
THE JOY GROUP
Are you looking to put more joy into your life? This fall, a new group will form to help you do just that! Together, we will seek out the divine presence of God in our lives and along the way find joy through our connection and service to others. We will have an organizational meeting in September. Registration will open in July. For more information, contact Doug Peninger, Director of Communication (dpeninger@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1368).
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
REFRESH PRAYER MINISTRY
Wednesdays • Noon - 12:45 PM Sanctuary
This workshop, presented by Dr. Russ Smith and the Spacial Justice Studio, will contribute to a community-based research project that intends to advocate for legislation to remove racially restrictive language in deeds and develop a community fund to provide financial support to distressed communities. This event is free and open to both adults and middle/high school youth. Please note that in order to participate, you must bring a laptop— cell phones and iPads are not compatible.
MEN’S MINISTRY
THURSDAY MORNING FELLOWSHIP
March 6 • 7:30 - 8:30 am
Community Room
We will gather in the second floor Catering Kitchen for coffee, biscuits, and fellowship. Then we move to the Community Room for prayer, announcements and a brief program. This month’s speaker is Marianne Bach, who will share about Loaves & Fishes, and men are encouraged to bring items for the food pantry. 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.
MUSIC & ARTS
LENTEN NOONTIME SERIES
Tuesdays • March 11 – April 15
Noon – 12:30 pm • Sanctuary
March 9 10:00 am: Youth Sunday school (@ Youth Commons)
*NO YOUTH GROUP
LISTEN EVENT: “Seen” with Dr. Williams Sunday • April 27 • 5:00 pm 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.
We will meet at Creekside Lanes for a fun time of bowling for mothers and sons of all ages! The cost is $10/person. Includes 2 hours of bowling and a great snack! Register by March 24. Questions? Contact Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1332)
THE BACKPACK PROGRAM
Help us finish the school year strong by providing weekend meals for students in Winston-Salem. Please join us in prayer and consider a financial contribution to sponsor a child. For $200, you can sponsor a child’s weekend meals for a whole school year! Reach out to Anna Thomas (athomas@centenaryws.org) with any questions.
The Refresh Prayer Ministry invites you to be refreshed in a mid-week service of worship, reflection, and prayer in a sacred space. From Noon-12:15 is a time for quiet reflection with music, and from 12:15-12:45 is a time for prayer, Scripture reading, and meditation. Parking is available in the Fifth Street parking lot; enter from the Fifth Street entrance to the Sanctuary. For more information, contact Rev. Oliver Helsabeck or Becky Tate.
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, a ministry of Shining Light on Mental Health, 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 Associate Minister for Congregational Care (ohelsabeck@centenaryws.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.
Join us in the Sanctuary each Tuesday of Lent at noon for a 30-minute musical presentation. Each week will feature a different musician or ensemble. Join us 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). No registration is required.
SENIOR ADULTS
WINTER DAY TRIP
Monday • March 17
Centenary’s Senior Adults will be taking a day trip to the International Civil Rights Museum in Greensboro for a guided tour by Museum staff. The group will leave the church at 11:00 am on church buses, will stop for lunch, and then will take the approximately 90-minute tour at the Museum at 2:00 pm. We plan to return to the church before 5:00 pm. The cost for the tour is $20, and lunch is on your own at the restaurant. If interested, email Rev. Oliver Helsabeck (ohelsabeck@centenaryws.org/ext. 1357) before Monday, March 10, to reserve a spot on the bus and for the tour
LOOKING AHEAD March 21: Sixers! Go Rock Climbing (@ FirstHand Climbing) March 30: Youth & Parents’ Trivia Night April 25-26: Confirmation Retreat to Blowing Rock April 27: LISTEN event with Dr. Williams May 11: Graduation Recognition Sunday May 18: Confirmation Sunday
Love Thy Neighbor Dates 2025: April 6, 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.
