11am Worship • August 8, 2021

WELCOME TO WORSHIP AT

SUNDAY • AUGUST 8, 2021 11AM WORSHIP

WELCOME! Welcome to Centenary United Methodist Church.

Thank you for worshiping with us today! We are grateful for your presence and invite you to participate in our worship, program and ministry life here at Centenary. We hope the worship will inspire and comfort you as we hear God’s message proclaimed. During this time, now more than ever, may the grace and love of Christ surround you.

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OUR MISSION “The mission of the church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.”

PARTICIPATING IN WORSHIP PREACHING

The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III

LITURGISTS

The Reverend Susannah Pittman The Reverend Kate May

MUSIC

Jonathan Emmons, Director of Music Ministries Susan Bates, Organist/Music Associate The Chancel Choir Laura Stevens, flute

FLOWERS

The Chancel flowers are given to the Glory of God and in honor of Gracely Davidson Murphrey and William Thomas Clark who were married on August 7, 2021, and in honor and in memory of their grandparents: Mr. and Mrs. Richard Ronald Manz, Dr. and Mrs. William Franklin Folds, Mr. and Mrs. Willis Everette Murphrey III, and Dr. and Mrs. Perry Belton Clark.

Musical texts are printed with permission.

One License A-707342 COVER PHOTO: "The East Door" by Doug Peninger

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LET US WORSHIP Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost • August 8, 2021

THE COMMUNITY GATHERS VOLUNTARY

Choral — Joseph Jongen

GREETING INTROIT CALL TO WORSHIP Psalm 130 (NIV)

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† HYMN (found on page six)

Out of the depths I cry to you, Lord; Lord, hear my voice.

Let your ears be attentive to my cry for mercy.

If you, Lord, kept a record of sins, Lord, who could stand?

But with you there is forgiveness, so that we can, with reverence, serve you.

I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in his word I put my hope.

I wait for the Lord more than watchmen wait for the morning, more than watchmen wait for the morning.

Israel, put your hope in the Lord, for with the Lord is unfailing love and with him is full redemption.

He himself will redeem Israel from all their sins. #140 Great Is Thy Faithfulness — FAITHFULNESS

AFFIRMATION OF FAITH

I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ his only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

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

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My God Is a Rock — arr. Alice Parker/Robert Shaw My God is a rock in a weary land, shelter in a time of storm.

Please stand as you are able.

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.

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WE HEAR THE WORD PROCLAIMED CANTICLE

Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ — Jamaican folk melody, arr. Bradley Ellingboe Let us talents and tongues employ, reaching out with a shout of joy; bread is broken, the wine is poured, Christ is spoken and seen and heard. Jesus lives again, earth can breathe again, pass the word around: loaves abound!

Christ is able to make us one, at the table he sets the tone, teaching people to live to bless, love in word and in deed express. Jesus calls us in, sends us out, bearing fruit in a world of doubt, gives us love to tell, bread to share: God (Immanuel) everywhere!

SCRIPTURE Ephesians 2:4-10

But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus.

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.

(NIV) This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.

SERMON

WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT INVITATION TO OFFERING OFFERTORY

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Called As Partners — Alfred V. Fedak Called as partners in Christ's service, called to ministries of grace, we respond with deep commitment, fresh new lines of faith to trace. May we learn the art of sharing, side by side and friend with friend, equal partners in our caring to fulfill God's chosen end. Christ's example, Christ's inspiring, Christ's clear call to work and worth, let us follow, never faltering, reconciling folk on earth. Men and women, richer, poorer, all God's people, young and old, blending human skills together, gracious gifts from God unfold. Thus new patterns for Christ's mission, in a small or global sense, help us bear each other's burdens, breaking down each wall or fence.

Words of comfort, words of vision, words of challenge, said with care, bring new power and strength for action, make us colleagues, free and fair. So God grant us for tomorrow ways to order human life that surround each person's sorrow with a calm that conquers strife. Make us partners in our living, our compassion to increase, messengers of faith, thus giving hope and confidence and peace.

PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING

Almighty and most merciful God, from you comes every good and perfect gift. We give you praise and thanks for all your mercies. Your goodness has created us, your bounty has sustained us, your discipline has chastened us, your patience has borne with us, your love has redeemed us. Give us a heart to love and serve you, and enable us to show our thankfulness for all your goodness and mercy by giving up ourselves to your service, and cheerfully submitting in all things to your blessed will; through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.

WE GO AS GOD'S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD HYMN (found on page seven) †

#368 My Hope Is Built — THE SOLID ROCK

BENEDICTION

May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you, and be gracious unto you. May the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace. Amen.

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.

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Fantasia in G Major — Johann Sebastian Bach

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OUR DIGITAL WORSHIP BULLETIN IS INTERACTIVE Our digital worship bulletin is fully interactive, when viewing online. If you see a website address, simply click on the text and you will be redirected. Also, within our announcements, when you see text that is red and bold, it is a link to an email address or web page. Again, click on the text and you will be re-directed.

ROOTS REVIVAL IS NOW IN-PERSON Wednesdays • 7pm • Memorial Auditorium Roots Revival has now returned to in-person worship on Wednesday evenings at 7pm. If you are unable or not ready to attend in person, you can hear our service on the new Roots Revival podcast, available for free at the Apple store or Google Play. An audio recording of the service will also be uploaded to Centenary’s YouTube channel.

STEPHEN MINISTRY In Galatians 6:2 we read, “Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.” Stephen Ministers are trained to provide care for those who are hurting or grieving with a one-on-one relationship.

A Stephen Minister is a caring Christian presence to provide emotional and spiritual support.

If you or someone you know could benefit from Stephen Ministry please contact Deena Morgan (336-692-2314) Wilba Brady (336-723-6236), Rev. Craig Ford (cford@centenary-ws.org/336.724.6311 ext. 1353), or Rev. Susannah Pittman (spittman@centenary-ws.org/336.724.6311 ext.

1357).

AUGUST 8 10:30 am Join Tammy & Abby via Insta-live for Summer Sunday morning devotionals before worship (@centenary_youth) 10:45 am "Drop by, Say hi" in the Youth Commons 11:00 am Worship (In-person & Via Live Stream) 5:00 pm Summer Bible Study, Bob Goff "Dream Big" 5:00 pm Parents of Teens Sunday school class gathering (4th floor of the Central Building)

FOOD BANK GARDEN The Betty and Jim Holmes Food Bank Garden is open Mondays from 9:30-11:00 AM, Saturdays from 9:30-11:30 AM and Wednesdays evenings from 5:30-7:00 PM and in need of volunteers. This is a great opportunity to get involved with one of our mission partners. The Garden is located at Crossnore School and Children’s Home. To find out more, visit their website here (https://foodbankgarden.shutterfly.com) or ask Rev. Meg Gaston.

SAVE THE DATE FOR BACKPACK BLESSING & OPEN HOUSE Sunday • August 15 • 4-5pm Join us August 15 to receive a blessing for the school year, a chance to explore our newly renovated East Building, and to meet your small group leaders for 2021/22.Please register from the Engage page or using the QR code to let us know you are coming!

CHILDREN'S SUNDAY SCHOOL RETURNS AUGUST 22 We are excited to share that Sunday School for 5th graders and younger will return in-person on August 22. Watch your mail (digital and physical) for more information coming soon! Contact Kate May or Jeanette Juran with questions.

Join us in Memorial Auditorium beginning Sunday, August 22, for a simple, authentic, open worship service.

Worship at 9 am is accompanied by a variety of musical genres which include jazz, folk, and contemporary settings of familiar hymns, as well as gospel, secular, and traditional music offerings. The liturgy, rooted in our faith tradition, breathes with the times and is approachable and participatory. Each week Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III explores the fullness and mystery of God through life-relevant messages meant to bring greater understanding of the faith. We hope you will grab a cup of coffee and join us for worship with your family.

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In Memoriam Miriam Callis Bumgarner July 23, 2021 Neil Henry Clark July 26, 2021 The ministers and members of Centenary Church extend their deepest sympathy to the bereaved families and pray they may know the comfort and peace of our Heavenly Father.

Sympathy is extended to Gwen Walter in the death of her mother, Zona Chapman, on July 15, 2021.

TEXT TO GIVE You may now text your gifts of tithes and offerings!

Text cumcws to 73256 and you will be linked to enter your payment information and make your contribution.

PO Box 658 • Winston-Salem. NC 27102

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