January 21, 2024 • 9am Worship

WELCOME TO

SUNDAY • JANUARY 21, 2024 “Your Best Life: Random Acts of Kindness” 2 Peter 1:5-7 Preaching

Rev. Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III Senior Minister

Liturgist

Rev. Meg Peters

Associate Minsiter of Evangelism, Engaement & Missions

Music

Keith Byrd

Alternative Music Leader

CENTENARY ARCHIVES

CONGREGATIONAL CARE

We need your Centenary documents! Centenary is gathering historic documents including minutes of meetings, reports, presentations, brochures, bulletins, newsletters, etc. Also, If you have images of past church events, we’re interested in them as well. Documents may be in any format, paper and/ or electronic. The only criteria is that it needs to have some connection to Centenary.

STEPHEN MINISTRY In the beginning, a Care Receiver said of her situation, “I don’t know if I can do this.” At the end of our time together, she said, “I have hope, and feel I can do this now.” That’s what a caring relationship is all about...someone facing a struggle getting over the hump. Stephen Ministry can be life-changing.

If you have anything you wish to donate, please contact by leaving a message at the church for: Alan Keely, Archivist (keelydas@wfu.edu).

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).

ADULT FORMATION

MISSIONS

SALT WOMEN’S DEVOTIONAL STUDY 1ST & 3RD WEDNESDAYS • 9:30 AM - 11 AM ROOM 112 All women are invited to join us as we delve into the devotional study of, “Soulfull” by Farrell Mason.

Facilitated by Amy Lawson, we will begin with a meet and greet on Wednesday, January 31. Our devotional study will start on February 7 and run until April. We hope to see you there. Books are available at most online outlets.

BLOOD DRIVE JANUARY 30 • 2:30 PM - 7 PM COMMUNITY ROOM 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@centenary-ws.org).

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY SAVE THE DATE: TOUGH QUESTIONS MARCH 17 • 5-6:45 PM Mark your calendar now to join us for a panel discussion, dinner and table talk! We will be discussing Tough Questions about supporting your child’s mental health. You can submit any questions on this topic you may have by scanning the QR code. More details and registration information coming soon!

BIBLE BONANZA FEBRUARY 25 • 5-6:45 PM We would love for our 3rd and 4th graders to join us for an Escape Room style event where kids can put their Bible skills to the test! Registration will open January 30.

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. Registration will open January 30. If you have any questions, reach out to Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1332).

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 under $200 a year, you can feed a kid every weekend during the school year! If you’re interested in getting involved, please contact Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws.org/ext 1332).

MUSIC & ARTS NEW NOURISH OFFERING: CREATING THROUGH THE PSALMS We invite artists of all levels to join the newest Music & Arts offering at Nourish. Beginning January 17, Creating Through the Psalms is a 4-week faith and art class designed to explore our faith expressions in scripture and to nurture our creative gifts through visual art. Dr. Stephen Martin will lead the class. Steve, who holds degrees in both studio art and divinity, has woven together the threads of theological reflection and artistic expression throughout his career. Whether you are a pro or an enthusiastic beginner, we hope you will plan to attend!

ART IN THE ATRIUM: DR. BARBARA LISTER-SINK Art in the Atrium is proud to showcase the art of Centenary’s own Dr. Barbara Lister-Sink. Join us at our artist’s recital (Sanctuary) and reception (Atrium Commons) on Sunday, February 4 at 4:00 pm. The exhibit will be on display in the Atrium Gallery from February 1 to April 30.

SIGN UP NOW FOR CHILDREN’S MUSIC & ART CAMP 2024 JULY 15 - 18, 2024 CMA Camp is offered for infants through rising 5th grade. Offerings include singing, handbells, handchimes, creative movement, art, Kindermusik, and more! Snacks are provided daily.

The week ends with a camper-led worship service on Thursday at 12:30 pm followed by a reception to celebrate the accomplishments of each child during camp.

Don’t miss out on this fun-filled week! Register via the QR Code today! For more information, please contact Music Ministry Assistant, Virginia Sheffield (vsheffield@centenary-ws.org).

SUBSCRIBE TO SIGHTINGS & SOUNDINGS The newest issue of Centenary’s monthly Music & Arts magazine will soon be here! Subscribe via the QR code to receive your copy in your inbox each month. You can also find Sightings & Soundings on Centenary’s website (Music & Arts’ page) or pick up a printed copy from the magazine racks around campus or in the Music Suite.

YOUTH MINISTRY Today 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 January 23 7:00 pm: Twin City Conference basketball game.

Centenary vs. St. Paul’s (@Fulton YMCA) January 24 6:00 pm: Confirmation – Apostles Creed pt #2 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!

All of us really want to have good friends and to be a really good friend to others, but why can it be complicated sometimes? All throughout the month of January we will talk about these important relationships God has given to us and how can we be a friend like Jesus was and is. This is a great way to start the new year than exploring ways we can better be in relationships with each other. Bring your friends and plan to come!

“Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you.” John 15

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.

Saturday, February 10, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Mother Daughter dinner with Kari in Centenary’s Memorial Auditorium.

Ticket Cost: $15 per person Sunday, February 11, from 9:30 am - 10:45 am Brunch for Centenary Youth in the Centenary Youth Commons.

Cost: Free to all our teenagers!

Sunday, February 11, at 5:00 pm An Evening with Kari Kampakis in Centenary’s Sanctuary Ticket Cost: $20 per person Contact Tammy Pollock, Youth Minister, (336-3997263) or Shelley Holden, Youth Ministry Volunteer Coordinator (336-794-3157) for more details or questions.

LOOKING AHEAD February 2: Sixers! Goes to SpareTime March 9: Love Thy Neighbor Fundraiser 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.

MONDAY • JANUARY 22 Job 16-19 & Psalm 139

THURSDAY • JANUARY 25 Job 29-31 & Psalm 142

TUESDAY • JANUARY 23 Job 20-23 & Psalm 140

FRIDAY • JANUARY 26 Job 32-34 & Psalm 143

WEDNESDAY • JANUARY 24 Job 24-28 & Psalm 141

SATURDAY • JANUARY 27 Job 35-37 & Psalm 144

SUNDAY • JANUARY 28 Job 38-39 & Psalm 145

Welcome to Centenary

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.

Memebership

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.

Learn More

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.

CENTENARY LEADERSHIP CONNECTIONS 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

Reverend Meg Peters ext. 1361 Assoc. Minister of Evangelism, Engagement & Missions

CENTENARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 646 W. FIFTH STREET • WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27101 WWW.CENTENARY-WS.ORG • 336-724-6311