March 31, 2024 • 11am Worship by Centenary United Methodist Church

WELCOME TO WORSHIP

EASTER

SUNDAY

•

MARCH

31, 2024 • 11:00AM

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.

† Please stand as you are able

PRELUDE GREETING

CALL TO WORSHIP

Listen!

The one who bore God’s heart, The one who spoke God’s peace, The one in whom God agonized is now the Risen Lord.

Death was no prison for him.

Jesus is raised and among us.

All that you see and hear comes from the One was freed. Listen!

Hear, O people of God, that Jesus Christ is Lord. Alleluia!

†HYMN OF PROCESSION (Stanzas 1-4)

#302 Christ the Lord Is Risen Today — EASTER HYMN

†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.

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

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.

BAPTISM

BAPTISMAL RESPONSE

Do you as Christ’s body, the church, reaffirm both your rejection of sin and your commitment to Christ? We do.

Will you nurture one another in the Christian faith and life and include Easton and Wren, now before you, in your care?

With God’s help we will proclaim the good news and live according to the example of Christ. We will surround Easton and Wren with a community of love and forgiveness, that they may grow in their service to others. We will pray for them, that they may be true disciples who walk in the way that leads to life.

HYMN

#191 Jesus Loves Me — JESUS LOVES ME

(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.)

WE HEAR THE WORD PROCLAIMED

†HYMN

#308 Thine Be the Glory — JUDAS MACCABEUS

SCRIPTURE — John 20:1-18

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

SERMON — “Images of Jesus”

WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT

OFFERTORY HYMN

#327 Crown Him With Many Crowns — arr. Dan Forrest (The congregation is invited to sing stanza 4)

†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 THANKSGIVING

God of all creation, source of every blessing: you have given us so much. As we bring our tithes and gifts to you this day, these seem so small by comparison, unless we see that we are truly called to give ourselves back to the world. May we be the ones who bring value in relationship with those around us. May we be the ones who show your light to the world. We pray all of this in the mighty name of Jesus, who came to help us see all we could be. Amen.

WE GO AS GOD’S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD

†BENEDICTION

†BENEDICTION RESPONSE

Hallelujah (from Messiah) — George Frideric Handel

Hallelujah, for the Lord God Omnipotent reigneth! The Kingdom of this world is become the Kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He shall reign forever and ever, King of Kings and Lord of Lords! Hallelujah! (Revelation 19:6, 11:15, 19:16)

†POSTLUDE

Finale, from Symphony No. 1 — Louis Vierne

Thank you for joining us in worship today.

SERMON NOTES

†HYMN

#303 The Day of Resurrection — LANCASHIRE

PARTICIPANTS IN WORSHIP

PREACHING

The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III

Senior Minister

LITURGIST

The Reverend Kate May, Assoc. Minister

The Reverend Meg Peters, Assoc. Minister

Tammy Pollock, Director of Youth Ministries

Joanna Holden, Reader

CRUCIFER

Nell Chandler

TORCHBEARERS

Chandler Robinson

MacRae Robinson

The anthem texts are printed with permission. One License A-707342

MUSIC

Jonathan Emmons, Director of Music Ministries

Joshua Sobel, Organ Scholar

The Chancel Choir

Jonathan Borton, piano

Ken Wilmot, trumpet

Anita Cirba, trumpet

Joe Mount, horn

Chris Ferguson, trombone

Dan Clouse, tuba

Beverly Naiditch, percussion

FLOWERS

The Chancel Flowers are given in loving memory of Mr. and Mrs. S. Cicero Ogburn, Mr. and Mrs. H. Kapp Ogburn, Sr., and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas

By entering the Sanctuary, you grant to Centenary United Methodist Church unrestricted right to use and publish, transmit or telecast photographs or likenesses that might be taken of you this day for use in communications related to the church.

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, 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

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 R. Craig Ford ext. 1353

Associate Minister

Reverend Kate May ext. 1331

Associate Minister with Children

Reverend Meg Peters ext. 1361

Assoc. Minister of Evangelism, Engagement & Missions

ANNOUNCEMENTS • MARCH 31, 2024

Learn more and register for events at www.centenary-ws.org/church-events

CELEBRATIONS & CONCERNS

Today we celebrate the baptism of Easton Jones Calva, son of Coleman Blaine and Meredith Daves Calva.

Today we celebrate the baptism of Wren Elizabeth Squires, daughter of River Squires and Taylor Davis.

IN MEMORIAM

Fillmore “Phil” Erwin Williams March 8, 2024

The ministers and members of Centenary Church extend their deepest sympathy to the bereaved familiy and pray they may know the comfort and peace of our Heavenly Father.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

SCUBA VBS

JULY 29-AUGUST 1 • 9 AM - NOON

JUSTICE & RECONCILIATION

HOW CAN WE CHANGE THE STORY?

FOOD INSECURITY

APRIL 7 • 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM

Join us for a monthly series of panel discussions about social issues impacting our community. Guest panelists are Jan Jones, Crystal Dixon, Tonya Hairston, Kyle Luth, and Dudley Watts, moderator.

MEN’S MINISTRY

THURSDAY MORNING FELLOWSHIP

APRIL 4 • 7:30 AM-8:30 AM COMMUNITY ROOM

We meet the first Thursday of every month as we gather in the second floor Catering Kitchen for coffee and biscuits and fellowship. Then we move to the Community Room for prayer, announcements and a brief program. 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.

MISSIONS

CURAMERICAS

SENIOR ADULTS

LUNCHEON

THURSDAY • APRIL 18 • NOON MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM

This month’s speaker is The Hon. Michael Robinson, Superior Court Judge. 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, April 10.

YOUTH MINISTRY

Today

HAPPY RESURRECTION DAY

NO YOUTH GROUPS TONIGHT – Enjoy Easter with your families

April 3

NO Confirmation – Enjoy Spring Break

April 4

NO YCC – Enjoy Spring Break

April 7

10:00 am: Youth Sunday school

5:00 pm: Middle school youth group

6:15 pm: All youth dinner - $3 per person

6:30 pm: Senior high youth group

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!

COLLEGE & BOARDING SCHOOL CARE PACKAGES

At our Confirmation and Graduation Recognition services each year we promise to stay the course of faith with our church babies no matter where they go. One of the ways we do this is to send a ‘little love’ to our church babies away at school. Our Pathfinders class lovingly packs all kinds of goodies and reminds them that as they go into final exams, we are praying for them.

If you have a college student or a boarding school student, please contact Tammy Pollock, Director of Youth Ministry tpollock@centenary-ws.org with their address. The deadline to request a package for your student is April 18.

LOOKING AHEAD

April 14: Love Thy Neighbor

April 18: Youth Ministry Leadership team meeting May 19: Confirmation Sunday June 2: Graduation Recognition Sunday July 20-28: YouthWorks Senior High Mission trip July 29-August 1: Vacation Bible School

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.

CHURCH OFFICES CLOSED

Centenary church offices and campus will be closed on Monday, April 1.

Tammy Pollock ext. 1337 Director of Youth Ministries

Rick Gibbons ext. 1342 Congregational Care Assistant

Stacy Holley ext. 1359 Exec. Assistant to Senior Minister

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

HTTPS://CENTENARY-WS.ORG • 336-724-6311

Adventure awaits us, as we dive into friendship with God in our SCUBA Vacation Bible School! We hope all 4-year-olds through rising 6th graders will join us! Register using the QR code or through the Events and Links page of the church website. For more information or if you want to volunteer, contact Kate May kmay@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1331).

OLDER ELEMENTARY MISSION WEEK

If you are interested in joining Curamericas Global on a work team in Bolivia, Guatemala, or Kenya, please join Rev. Meg Peters on Wednesday, April 17 in room 107 at 6 pm. Curamericas Global (formerly Andean Rural Health Care) has saved the lives of moms and their babies around the world, including here in NC. Please contact Rev. Meg Peters (mpeters@centenary-ws.org) for any additional information.

MUSIC & ARTS

We hope our rising 4th – 6th graders can join us (June 25-27, 9 am – 3 pm) for a time to serve the community and have fun with friends! Registration is open and space is limited to register early! You can register using the QR code or through the Events and Links page of the church website. Contact Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org/ext. 1331) for more information.

YOU CAN HELP FEED HUNGRY STUDENTS IN OUR AREA

Did you know that we partner with Brunson Elementary, Wiley Middle School, Reynolds High School and the Winston Salem Street School to help fill their food pantries? At Reynolds and the Winston Salem Street School, we help stock food pantries where students can “go shopping” for food at school to take home. At Brunson and Wiley, we partner with them through the BackPack Program. The school administration identifies students in need of food and enrolls them in the program. We purchase “backpacks” through Second Harvest Food Bank – each one has two breakfasts and two lunches. If you’d like to partner with us in helping these students gain access to food over the weekends, you can do so through prayer, financial support, and volunteering to transport backpacks to schools! For more information, please contact Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws.org/ext 1332).

CONGREGATIONAL CARE

REFRESH: WEEKLY PRAYER IN THE CHAPEL TUESDAYS • APRIL 2 – MAY 28 NOON- 12:30PM

You are invited for a time of prayer each week in our Chapel. Resources will be provided for a time of independent reflection and contemplation.

SIGN UP NOW FOR CHILDREN’S MUSIC & ART CAMP 2024

July 15 - 18, 2024

Beginning April 7, join us for a brand-new series in Youth Sunday school, “Faith Face to Face”. This new series is all about exploring your questions of faith. We asked you what your questions are; you told us what you’re wondering about, and together we will find the answers! In 1 Corinthians 14: 33 we are reminded that “God is a God not of confusion, but of peace”. We can’t wait for you to be part of this great opportunity to take one question of faith each week and seek God’s wisdom so that we might more grow in the likeness and love of Jesus.

CMA Camp is offered for infants through rising 5th graders. 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).

CHILDREN’S MUSIC & ARTS SPRING FINALE

MAY 5 •11 AM

Join us as Centenary’s children and youth lead music alongside young people from across the Triad! This finale to our CAE program year will include inaugural collaborations between our Creative Arts Experience participants, the members of the Youth Choir Collective on Fifth, and children and youth choristers from First Baptist Church, Greensboro. We look forward to seeing you as our youngest make important cross-community connections through worship and the arts!

THE RALEIGH RINGERS

MAY 5 • 4 PM

The Raleigh Ringers are coming to Centenary! We are thrilled to present this internationally acclaimed, Emmynominated, concert handbell choir that dazzles their audiences. Join us for an unforgettable program. Tickets can be purchased via the QR Code for $20/adult and $5/child (12 & under).