TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST • AUGUST 17, 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. PRELUDE GREETING
INTROIT
Hymn of Praise — René Clausen
Alleluia. Praise God in His holy temple. Amen, amen, alleluia, amen! (Psalm 150)
†CALL TO WORSHIP
Come, people of God, with hearts ready to cry out. Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on us!
When others try to silence your need or your voice— We will cry out even more loudly, for Jesus hears us!
Take heart! Get up! He is calling you.
We rise to meet Him, for He invites us to come near. What do you want Jesus to do for you?
Lord, let us see again. Heal our hearts. Restore our hope. Your faith has made you well. Come now, and follow Him on the way. We come to worship the One who sees us, hears us, and makes us whole!
†HYMN OF PROCESSION
#163 Ask Ye What Great Things I Know — HENDON
†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
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.)
CANTICLE
Lay Your Healing Hands Upon Me — Rollo Dilworth Lord, lay Your hands upon me. I need a healing! Oh, Lord, won’t You lay Your healing hands upon me? There was a man who needed healing. He was blind and he could not see. The Lord touched him, and he was healed. Oh, surely the Lord will lay His hands upon me! I know the Lord will lay His hands on me. Surely the Lord will lay His hands upon me!
WE HEAR THE WORD PROCLAIMED
SCRIPTURE — Mark 10:46-52
This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
SERMON “Faith Enough”
WE
RENEW
OUR COMMITMENT
OFFERTORY
All Things New — Elaine Hagenberg
Light after darkness, gain after loss, strength after weakness, crown after cross: sweet after bitter, hope after fears, home after wandering, praise after tears. Alpha and Omega, beginning and the end, He is making all things new. Springs of living water shall wash away each tear. He is making all things new. Sight after mystery, sun after rain, joy after sorrow, peace after pain; near after distant, gleam after gloom, love after loneliness, life after tomb. Alpha and Omega, beginning and the end, He is making all things new. Springs of living water shall wash away each tear. He is making all things new.
†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
WE GO AS GOD’S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD
†HYMN
#368 My Hope Is Built — THE SOLID ROCK
†BENEDICTION
†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.
†POSTLUDE
Thank you for joining us in worship today.
SERMON NOTES
PARTICIPANTS IN WORSHIP
PREACHING
The Reverend Oliver Helsabeck Associate Minister for Congregational Care
LITURGISTS
Rev. Kate May Associate Minister with Children
Tammy Pollock Director of Youth Ministries
MUSIC
Jonathan Emmons Director of Music Ministries
Joshua Sobel Organist
The Chancel Choir
CRUCIFER
Meg Gilliam
TORCHBEARERS
Liza Harris Tripp Harris
FLOWERS
The Chancel flowers are given in loving memory of Sally Brooks Pullen Kelly by Dr. David Kelly and family.
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.
SUNDAY MORNINGS AT CENTENARY
• Worship • 9:00 am • Memorial Auditorium
• Worship • 11:00 am • Sanctuary
• Sunday School for all Ages • 9:45AM or 10:00AM (Based on Classes & Ministry Area)
• Nursery is available for infants through pre-kindergarteners during both worship services and Sunday school on the first floor of the East Building.
MEMBERSHIP
We are eager to share Centenary’s story with you. If you are interested in learning about church membership, please contact Rev. Oliver Helsabeck (336-724-6311 ext. 1361/ ohelsabeck@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 Lara “Willis” Greene ext. 1362 Senior Minister wgreen@centenary-ws.org
Mary Ann Wexler ext. 1346 Executive Director mwexler@centenary-ws.org
Jonathan Emmons ext. 1339 Director of Music Ministries jemmons@centenary-ws.org
Reverend Oliver Helsabeck ext. 1357 Associate Minister for Congregational Care ohelsabeck@centenary-ws.org
Reverend Kate May ext. 1331 Associate Minister with Children kmay@centenary-ws.org
ANNOUNCEMENTS • AUGUST 17, 2025
Learn more and register for events at www.centenary-ws.org/church-event or scan our QR code.
IN MEMORIAM
Leila Caroline Sikes Cowan July 31, 2025
The ministers and members of Centenary extend their deepest sympathy to the bereaved family and pray they may know the comfort and peace of our Heavenly Father.
ADULT FORMATION
Adult Sunday School Open House
Sunday • September 7 • 10:00AM
Curious about Adult Sunday School? Join us for an Open House. Whether you have been away for a season or have never tried a class, this is a chance to see what’s offered, meet leaders, and reconnect with friends. Greeters will be at church entrances from 9:45 am to guide you to classrooms and answer questions. For more information, see full class descriptions on Centenary’s website under “Menu,” “Ministries,” then “Adult Formation.”
Women’s Small Group on Spiritual Practices Eat, Learn, Grow: The Enneagram & Spiritual Growth
Every Other Tuesday • September 16 - December 9 Noon to 1:00PM• Room 314
The Eat, Learn, Grow group will be talking about the Enneagram and spiritual growth this fall. In addition to discussing Enneagram basics, related spiritual growth materials will be discussed in group meetings. Your registration fee includes seven boxed lunches, and participants will need to purchase their own copy of “The Enneagram Made Easy” by Baron and Wagele. Please use the QR code at the top of the page to register by Wednesday, September 10. Facilitated by Nancy Powell.
SALT Women’s Small Goup Coming Soon Keep an eye out for upcoming details about a small group for women that will meet on Wednesday mornings. For more information, contact Sue Stephens.
NOURISH
Tammy Pollock ext. 1337 Director of Youth Ministries tpollock@centenary-ws.org
Stacy Holley ext. 1359 Executive Assistant sholley@centenary-ws.org
John Markle ext. 1347 Director of Operations jmarkle@centenary-ws.org
Doug Peninger ext. 1368 Director of Communications dpeninger@centenary-ws.org
John Rogers ext. 1356 Director of Information Technology jrogers@centenary-ws.org
CENTENARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
646 W. FIFTH STREET • WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27101 WWW.CENTENARY-WS.ORG • 336-724-6311
Fast Track Disciple Bible Study-Old Testament facilitated by Kathy Chaney and Marilyn Weiler
Growing Faith through Art facilitated by Kate May
This is our first round of programming options. Watch for new classes starting in October!
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Bible Sunday
September 21 • 9:00AM or 11:00AM Worship
We are gearing up for Bible Sunday! Do you know a new Kindergartner or third grader who hasn’t received any info about Bible Sunday yet? Please be in touch with 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 and Wiley Middle School. This program helps provide food for students who receive free breakfast and lunch at school through the year, but may not have access to food over the weekends. For just $260, 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/336.724.6311 ext. 1332).
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
Centenary Cares: Showing Care and Sharing Encouragement from Shining Light on Mental Health
MISSIONS
Loaves & Fishes Summer Stock
Loaves & Fishes is once again collecting items for Summer Stock! Anytime this summer, you can take a brown paper bag located in the Narthex or at the 4 ½ Street entrance to fill with needed items. This year we are collecting the following foods: canned chicken, canned tuna, canned beef stew, Spam, and Vienna sausages. Please make sure the canned items are regular sized cans. You can drop your donations off at the 4 ½ Street entrance or in the Narthex to the Sanctuary. If you have any questions, contact Mary Ann Wexler.
MUSIC & ARTS
Register for Children’s Creative Arts Experience 2025/2026
Summer is nearly over, and we can’t wait for CAE to begin again! We invite children ages 2 through 5th grade to join us when CAE resumes on August 27! CAE’s multi-faceted model engages children with various levels of musical and artistic interests, all while cultivating more regular worship leadership opportunities for Centenary’s youngest! Check the events page or email Virginia Sheffield (vsheffield@ centenary-ws.org) to register today!
Youth Choir Collective Returns This Fall Thursdays • 5:30PM • Youth Commons
YCC returns with a bang on Thursday, August 28 at 5:30 PM! 6th – 12th graders: Bring your friends and join us for a welcome party filled with games, pizza, and music! Rehearsals are held weekly on Thursdays with an optional dinner offered at 5:00 pm during the school year. We can’t wait for a year filled with collaborative performances and worship leadership opportunities. Email YCC Director Michael Martinez (momartin3200@gmail.com) for more information.
Youth Handbells are Back!
Join the West End Ringers
Thursdays • 6:00 PM • Handbell Room
YOUNG ADULTS
Join Koinonia: A New Young Adults Small Group Sunday • September 14 • 6:00PM The Gathering Room Koinonia: a fellowship of faith Young adults are invited to join our new monthly discussionbased group! Working together to grow in purpose, cultivate our faith, and live with intention, this group will strive to support one another as we deepen our understanding of what it means to embody Centenary’s mission in our everyday lives. Join us for fellowship and discussion as we challenge each other to live our faith out loud! This group is open to all adults ages 25-40 and does not require pre-registration. Contact Colby Cunningham (colbydcunningham@gmail.com) or Virginia Sheffield (vsheffield@centenary-ws.org).
YOUTH MINISTRY
2025 Youth Sunday School Open House & Fall Kickoff Today • 10:00AM & 5:00-7:00PM Youth Commons & West Lawn Parents and youth, please join us for Sunday School Open House in the morning, and ALL YOUTH, come on back in the evening... for our Annual Centenary Youth Fall Kick-Off! We can’t think of a better way to start a brand-new year of Youth Ministry than with some sticky goodness!
Niner-Niner
Niner-Niner is a ministry for the newest members of our Senior High Ministry...our fabulous Freshman. Join us one Saturday a quarter to step outside the norm and be together with your other freshman friends to reconnect, build community, and remember you are loved, seen, and heard. Be on the lookout for registration info! Scan the QR code at the top to register.
September 13 • Top Golf December 13 • iFLY April 11 • French Broad Adventures
Nourish Returns • Wednesday • September 3 Dinner at 5:15PM • Programming at 6:00PM Join your church family each Wednesday this fall for dinner and programming for all ages! You can find all of the details including dinner menus, dinner cost, and dinner registration links on the Nourish page of the church website. Dinner reservations must be made by the Monday immediately before that week’s dinner.
This year we will kick off our programming with an interview with Willis Greene, our new senior minister, as well as her husband David! Then, starting September 10, we’ll have several programming options:
For Youth: “Together for Teens” facilitated by Tammy Pollock & Kevin Garrity
“The Sum of Us” Book Discussion Group facilitated by Colby Cunningham and Nicole Johnson.
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,A member of Shining Light will confidentially deliver a Centenary Cares bag to the recipient. More information can be found on the church website.
Refresh
Wednesdays • Noon-12:45 PM • Sanctuary 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.
Do you love to ring? West End Ringers begins September 18! Youth in grades 6 – 12 are invited to join this exciting ensemble this fall as they embark on a season of worship leadership and special outside performance opportunities. Previous handbell/musical experience encouraged. Those who wish to also participate in YCC will be released for handbell rehearsal each week. Email Director of Handbell Ensembles, Camille Jones (camillemurphyjones@gmail.com) for more information.
Join the Chancel Choir
Thursdays • 7:00 PM • Choir Room
Add your voice to Centenary’s Chancel Choir!
Our annual fall retreat is the perfect time to begin. Join us this weekend (August 22 & 23) for a joyful time of fellowship and rehearsal! We seek to equip and empower the congregation to lift its collective heart and voice in praisefilled worship, whether on Sunday mornings, during special services like the beloved Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols, or in collaboration with other groups from around the Triad and beyond. Rehearsals are held each Thursday from 7:00 - 8:30PM. NO audition is required! Please contact Director of Music Ministries, Jonathan Emmons to learn more.
Looking Ahead
August 19: LTN Leadership Team
August 24: Love Thy Neighbor
September 3: Fall Bible Study begins Nourish) September 9: LTN Leadership Team
September 13: Niner, Niner September 14: LTN
September 19: Sixers! @ Adventure Landing
Love Thy Neighbor Dates
2025: August 24, September 14, October 5, November 2, December 7
2026: January 11, February 1, March 1, April 12, May 3
Sixers!
2025: August 15, September 19, October 24, November 14, December 5
2026: January 23, February 20, March 6, April 24, May 15
