WELCOME TO WORSHIP
CANTICLE We Will Sing for Joy — Domenico Scarlatti, arr. Helenclair Lowe We will sing for you, we’ll sing to the Lord with psalms of praise. Sing for joy! We’ll sing to the Lord the King. The earth, the sea, the sun, the moon all show His might. To the Lord, we will sing for joy!
BENEDICTION RESPONSE A Benediction — Shirley McRae
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POSTLUDE
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Alleluia! Sing Alleluia! Let all who serve the Lord rejoice! Rejoice and sing. Be glad that we belong to Him, let all who serve the Lord extol His Name. He is the Lord, the God of all, who made us and protects us with His constant love. Give thanks and praise, clap hands and shout! All nations bow before the Lord and sing for joy! PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
TRANSFIGURATION SUNDAY • FEBRUARY 11, 2024 • 11:00AM
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.)
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. †
WE HEAR THE WORD PROCLAIMED
Please stand as you are able
SCRIPTURE — Colossians 3:12
PRELUDE GREETING INTROIT
This Is the Day — Les Garrett This is the day that the Lord hath made, we will rejoice and be glad in it. (Psalm 118:24)
OPENING PRAYER O God, who on the holy mount revealed to chosen witnesses your well-beloved Son, wonderfully transfigured, in raiment white and glistening: mercifully grant that we, being delivered from the disquietude of this world, may by faith behold the King in his beauty; who with you, O Father, and you, O Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, forever and ever. Amen.
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HYMN OF PROCESSION #147 All Things Bright and Beautiful — ROYAL OAK
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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.
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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.
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This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God. SERMON — “Your Best Life: Self-Compassion”
WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT OFFERTORY On the Common Ground — Alice Parker Help, me, Lord. Help me find the common ground, yes, the common ground, between the high and the low, between the poor and the rich, between the old and the young, between the black and the white, between the shouting and the silence, between the bound and the free, between the grief and the joy, between the heart and the mind. Help me, Lord. Open us, Lord. Guide us to that meeting place, where we can see each other, hear each other, care for each other. Where we can sing together, work together, play together on the common ground. Come, let us meet together on the common ground. 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.
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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.
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WE GO AS GOD’S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD HYMN
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#121 There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy — WELLESLEY
BENEDICTION
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Thank you for joining us in worship today. SERMON NOTES
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CRUCIFER Gracie Ward TORCHBEARERS Mac Packard Elle Reid FLOWERS The Chancel Flowers are given in loving memory of Dr. & Mrs. Beverly N. Jones Sr., Mr. & Mrs. James E. Holmes Jr., Dr. Beverly N. Jones Jr., Jewell Voss Jones Mickey, Judy Jones Belville, Sally DeRamus, Judson and Tom DeRamus, Elizabeth & Joe Edmondson, Margaret & Brady Trull by Dr. Beverly & Mrs. Janet Jones, III and family, Elizabeth & Jim Holmes and family, and the DeRamus Family.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS • FEBRUARY 11, 2024
WELCOME!
Learn more and register for events at www.centenary-ws.org/church-events
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
336.724.6311 + Extension (for the Minister on Call • Option 2)
Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III Senior Minister
ext. 1362
Tammy Pollock Director of Youth Ministries
ext. 1337
Mary Ann Wexler Executive Director
ext. 1346
Rick Gibbons Congregational Care Assistant
ext. 1342
Jonathan Emmons Director of Music Ministries
ext. 1339
Stacy Holley Exec. Assistant to Senior Minister
ext. 1359
Reverend R. Craig Ford Associate Minister
ext. 1353
John Markle Director of Operations
ext. 1347
Reverend Kate May Associate Minister with Children
ext. 1331
Doug Peninger Director of Communications
ext. 1368
John Rogers Director of Information Technology
ext. 1356
CENTENARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 646 W. FIFTH STREET • WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27101 HTTPS://CENTENARY-WS.ORG • 336-724-6311
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
THE “WHYS” OF FAITH SUNDAYS • 9:45 AM • THE CHAPEL Join the Chapel Class for a continuation of last fall’s Nourish series, taught by Ken Carlson. Explore in depth the big “Why?” questions of the Christian faith: Why God? Why Christ? Why pain and suffering? The Chapel Class is a long-standing Sunday school class comprised mostly of senior adults, but we welcome adults of all ages! We hope you’ll join us as we ponder, discuss, question and encourage each other in faith.
STEPHEN MINISTRY Hearts and Cupids are everywhere, but since my husband left, they only accentuate my pain and alienation. It seems that everybody is happy but me. My Stephen Minister listens to my lonely feelings and walks alongside me as I hurt. She’s helping me feel valuable again.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY TOUGH QUESTIONS: SUPPORTING YOUR CHILD’S MENTAL HEALTH MARCH 17 • 5-6:45 PM We hope you’ll join us for a great evening as we listen to Erin Bonsall, Soren Johnson and Megan MartinWall share their expertise on the topics surrounding your child’s mental health. We’ll also have dinner and table talk to further deepen our learning and help us feel equipped to navigate conversations with our children. Each adult is $10 with free children’s activities for infants-5th graders. Invite all your friends and register now using the QR code or on the church website. BIBLE BONANZA FEBRUARY 25 • 5-6:45 PM We would love for our 3rd and 4th graders to join us on February 25 from 5-6:45 pm for an Escape Room style event where kids can put their Bible skills to the test! The cost for this event is $15 per child which covers dinner and resources. You can register using the QR code, on the church website or through the Realm app. If you have any questions, please contact Anna Thomas (athomas@centenaryws.org/ext. 1332). CREATED BY GOD MARCH 1 • 5:30-8 PM MARCH 2 • 9 AM-3:30 PM Created by God is a study of human sexuality through a Christian lens that uses games, videos, discussion and other approaches to the material so it’s a lot of fun for everyone involved! This is a study for our 4th and 5th graders and at least one grown up. This event is $60 for one student and one grown up with the option to add additional grown-ups. You can register using the QR code, on the church website or through the Realm app. If you have any questions or would like more information, reach out to Anna Thomas (athomas@ centenary-ws.org/ext. 1332).
CENTENARY LEADERSHIP CONNECTIONS
Reverend Meg Peters ext. 1361 Assoc. Minister of Evangelism, Engagement & Missions
ADULT FORMATION
STUDENTS WITH FULL BELLIES ARE MORE SUCCESSFUL Centenary has the privilege of partnering with the Backpack Program organized by Second Harvest Food Bank. We are currently partnered with Brunson Elementary, Wiley Middle School, Reynolds High School and the Winston Salem Street School. This program helps provide food for students who receive free breakfast and lunch at school throughout the year but may not have access to food over the weekends. For just $200, you can feed a child on the weekends for a whole school year! If you’re interested in getting involved, please contact Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws. org/ext 1332).
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 (336-724-6311 ext. 1353). JUSTICE & RECONCILIATION HOW CAN WE CHANGE THE STORY? COMMUNITY OVERVIEW SUNDAY • FEBRUARY 25 • 5:00PM-6:30PM MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM Join us for a monthly series of panel discussions about social issues impacting our community. Guest panelists will explain critical issues facing Winston-Salem & Forsyth County - and how we can help make a difference. MISSIONS
YOUTH MINISTRY Today SCOUT SUNDAY 10:00 am Youth brunch with Kari Kampakis – A conversation about dating February 13 7:00 pm: Twin City Conference tournament (@Fulton YMCA)
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February 14 6:00 pm: Confirmation – Stuff & Ash Wednesday service February 18 10:00 am: Youth Sunday school 10:00 am: Pathfinders Sunday School class 10:00 am: Come As You Are Sunday School class 5:00 pm: Middle School youth group 6:15 pm: All youth dinner - $3 per person 6:45 pm: Senior High youth 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! Paul tells us in scripture to “pray without ceasing”. How in the world are we supposed to do that? And, if we’re honest, how do we even pray? Sometimes it seems so hard to know what we should say and does God respond to our prayers? These are the things we will discuss in Sunday school throughout February. If you’ve ever struggled to pray or simply want to grow your prayer life, we hope you come be with us each Sunday morning.
18th ANNUAL LOVE THY NEIGHBOR FUNDRAISER The 18th annual Love Thy Neighbor Dinner, Live Auction and Paddle Raise is on Saturday, March 9th at 6:00 pm in Memorial Auditorium. This annual event supports our Love Thy Neighbor ministry which builds relationships and loving care with our community in downtown Winston-Salem. Reserve your seat for our yummy dinner, prepared by Chef Donald and served by our youth. Our Love Thy Neighbor leaders will share their heart and stories of this ministry so that you might know how you, too, can help us love our neighbors as we love ourselves. Tickets are $50 per seat or $500 to sponsor a full table of 10 seats. Tickets are refundable if you cancel on or before the Sunday, February 26 registration deadline. If you purchase seats for guests, you do not need to register them by name. Gluten-free meals are available with your registration. For more information about the event, please contact Tammy Pollock. For help with registration and payment, please contact Stacy Holley. We are grateful for your support of Love Thy Neighbor! LOOKING AHEAD May 19: Confirmation Sunday June 2: Graduation Recognition Sunday June 16-22: Mountain T.O.P. ALL youth in mission trip July 20-28: YouthWorks Senior High Mission trip July 29-August 1: Vacation Bible School August 25: 2024 Fall Kick-Off! 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.
Join Curamericas Global on a work team abroad in summer/fall 2024. Travel to Bolivia, Guatemala, or Kenya; volunteers will decide where and when would be best to travel. Costs range from $2500 - $4000 depending on airfare, dates, and size of the group. Use your skills or learn new skills to work alongside communities. Anyone can make a difference.
LOVE HER WELL WITH KARI KAMPAKIS The Youth Ministry of Centenary United Methodist Church is excited to invite all girls, mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers, aunts...ALL the ladies to a weekend with Kari Kampakis. Kari is an author, blogger, podcaster, national speaker, and the mother of four girls. She is from Birmingham, AL, and her bestselling books for moms and girls have been used widely across the country for small groups studies and are available everywhere books are sold. Mothers of all ages and girls (Grades 5th – college age) are invited to join us for various events filled with fun, a little food, faith and fellowship as Kari shares God’s truth.
If interested in this opportunity, contact Rev. Meg Peters (mpeters@centenary.org) Stay tuned for information about an interest meeting in the coming months.
Sunday, February 11, at 5:00 pm An Evening with Kari Kampakis in Centenary’s Sanctuary Ticket Cost: $20 per person
WEST VIRGINIA MISSION TRIP We are planning a trip to Charleston, West Virginia April 21-27. The work we do will depend on the skill level of those who join us, but it may look like building wheelchair ramps, floor repairs, painting, simple plumbing fixes, etc. If you are interested in joining us for this trip, please email Rev. Meg Peters (mpeters@centenary.org).
Contact Tammy Pollock, Youth Minister, (336-3997263) or Shelley Holden, Youth Ministry Volunteer Coordinator (336-794-3157) for more details or questions.
Our Lenten journey begins on February 14 with worship at noon and 6:15pm in the Sanctuary. Rev. Meg Peters will be preaching, and we will be invited into the Lenten discipline through the imposition of ashes.
MONDAY • FEBRUARY 5 Proverbs 16-18 & Psalm 3
THURSDAY • FEBRUARY 8 Proverbs 25-27 & Psalm 6
TUESDAY • FEBRUARY 6 Proverbs 19-21 & Psalm 4
FRIDAY • FEBRUARY 9 Proverbs 28-31 & Psalm 7
WEDNESDAY • FEBRUARY 7 Proverbs 22-24 & Psalm 5
SATURDAY • FEBRUARY 10 Ecclesiastes 1-4 & Psalm 8
CURAMERICAS Make a difference - volunteer abroad or from home to support Curamericas Global. Since 1983, Curamericas Global (formerly Andean Rural Health Care) has saved the lives of moms and their babies around the world, including here in NC.
BSA TROOP 920 ASSISTS IN WORSHIP TODAY Since 1919, Troop 920 has been active in Downtown Winston-Salem and is proud to continue to call Centenary home. The Troop’s 28 members are active with camping, outdoor activities, and service in the community. The scout-led troop focuses on instilling the Scout Oath and Law. In the last year alone, ten 920 Scouts have achieved their Eagle rank! On March 1, the Troop will host a recruiting night for interested fifth, sixth and seventh graders. For more info contact the Troop via Instagram @ Troop920. ASH WEDNESDAY WORSHIP
RISE AGAINST HUNGER Centenary is participating in Rise Against Hunger on March 10 from 2-4 pm in the Community Room. Set up will start at 12:30 pm. We look forward to packing as many meals as possible. Contact Rev. Meg Peters (mpeters@centenary-ws.org), if you have any questions. MUSIC & ARTS LENTEN NOONTIME SERIES TUESDAYS • FEBRUARY 20 – MARCH 26 12:00 – 12:30 PM • SANCTUARY 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 required.
SUNDAY • FEBRUARY 11 Ecclesiastes 5-8 & Psalm 9