CLOSING PRAYER
THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER • MAY 4, 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. Please silence all mobile communication devices.
PRELUDE
GREETING
INTROIT
O Lord, Hear My Prayer — TAIZÉ
O Lord, hear my prayer, O Lord, hear my prayer. When I call, answer me. O Lord, hear my prayer, O Lord, hear my pryaer. Come and listen to me.
†OPENING PRAYER
O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold Him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
†HYMN OF PROCESSION
#152 I Sing the Almighty Power of God — FOREST GREEN
†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.
†AFFIRMATION RESPONSE
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
SCRIPTURE — Luke 17:11-19
This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
SERMON — “The 1 or the 9?”
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 DEDICATION
Receive these offerings, O Lord. We give you thanks for the blessings which you have bestowed upon us. We pray these gifts, the employment of our talents, the labor of our hands, the prayers of our hearts, and the witness of our lives will show the world the magnitude of your love and grace. Let us put you first in our lives. Use us this week to build your Kingdom. We ask this in the name of Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever more. Amen.
WE CELEBRATE HOLY COMMUNION
The congregation is invited to follow the communion liturgy beginning on page 12 of the hymnal.
INVITATION TO COMMUNION
Christ our Lord invites to his table all who love him, who earnestly repent of their sin and seek to live in peace with one another. Therefore, let us confess before God and one another.
CONFESSION AND PARDON
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
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.
RECEIVING OF ELEMENTS
Eternal God, we give you thanks for this holy mystery in which you have given yourself to us. Grant that we may go into the world in the strength of your Spirit, to give ourselves for others, in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
WE GO AS GOD’S PEOPLE INTO
†HYMN #452 My Faith Looks Up to Thee — OLIVET
†BENEDICTION
†BENEDICTION RESPONSE
The Lord Bless You and Keep You — John Rutter
The Lord bless you and keep you, the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you. Amen. (Numbers 6: 24-26)
†POSTLUDE
Thank you for joining us in worship today.
PARTICIPANTS IN WORSHIP
PREACHING
The Reverend Dr. P. Glenn Kinken III
Senior Minister
LITURGISTS
The Reverend Oliver Helsabeck, Assoc. Minister
MUSIC
Jonathan Emmons, Director of Music Ministries
Reid Gilliam, Organist
The Chancel Choir
Sam Howell, Music Ministry Intern
CRUCIFER Jennie Reid
TORCHBEARERS
Olivia Bland
Anne Overman
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, 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 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 Oliver Helsabeck ext. 1357
Associate Minister for Congregational Care
Reverend Kate May ext. 1331
Associate Minister with Children
Reverend Meg Peters ext. 1361
Associate Minister of Outreach
Tammy Pollock ext. 1337 Director of Youth Ministries
Stacy Holley ext. 1359 Adult Discipleship Specialist & Pastoral Assistant
John Markle ext. 1347 Director of Operations
Doug Peninger ext. 1368 Director of Communications
John Rogers ext. 1356 Director of Information Technology
ANNOUNCEMENTS • MAY 4, 2025
Learn more and register for events at www.centenary-ws.org/church-events
CELEBRATIONS & CONCERNS
LOVE OFFERING
Sunday, June 1 will be Rev. Meg Peters’ last Sunday with us before she embarks on her new adventure in England. A reception will follow after the 11 am service.
If you would like to make a love offering to Meg in gratitude for her service, we encourage you to provide this gift directly to her. Gifts made payable to the church cannot be considered charitable gifts and will be taxable for Meg.
However, if you prefer, you can visit centenaryws.org, select the Give tab, then “Love Offering - Peters” in the dropdown for Fund. An option to make a Love Offering to Rev. Glenn Kinken will be available in June.
ADULT FORMATION
EXPLORING THE MYSTERIES OF SALVATION WITH LUKE-ACTS
Sunday • May 18 • 10 am Memorial Auditorium
We are in a season when Christians reflect deeply on the central mysteries of our faith: the crucifixion, resurrection, ascension, and Pentecost. How does the unique perspective of the writer of Luke-Acts shape our understanding of these events and deepen our faith? We continue our study with Dr. Christopher Franks, Owen D. and Mattie Holt McPherson Associate Professor of Religion and Department Chair at High Point University, who will offer insight into these mysteries of salvation.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY NO CHILDREN’S WORSHIP TODAY
Today, rather than leaving for children’s worship, K-3rd graders will remain in the service with their grown-ups to participate in worship and communion together. If you did not pick up a worship bag on your way in, they are available in the narthex and outside the East transept. We look forward to having your child join us for children’s worship next week!
VBS 2025
June 16-19 • 9 am-Noon
Registration is open! Please note that VBS is a different week this summer than usual!
We hope that all 4-year-olds through rising 6th graders will join us for an awesome week where we learn to Trust Jesus in a Wild World! Register using the QR code.
SUMMER ART SUNDAY SCHOOL AND HELPER SIGN UP
SENIOR ADULTS
LUNCHEON
Thursday • May 15 • Noon
Memorial Auditorium
OPEN FLOWER DATES
OLDER ELEMENTARY MISSON WEEK
July 22-24 • 9 am – 3 pm
An amazing chance for rising 4th – 6th graders to serve the community through daily mission projects and spend time in fellowship! $45/ student, t-shirt, daily activities and more included! Please note this is a different week than when we typically have done OEMW. Register using the QR code – we have a limited capacity.
JOIN OUR SUNDAY SCHOOL TEAM!
We hope you will consider being a part of our Sunday school team made up of amazing folks who commit to at least one semester of the school year to serve as a small group leader, large group leader, Sunday School Captain or a greeter! We provide all lesson plans, materials and any other guidance – we just need you to show God’s love! If you are interested or have questions, reach out to Kate May (kmay@ centenary-ws.org/ ext. 1331).
This summer, all Sundays from May 25-August 10, rising 1st – 6th graders will meet in the community room at 10 am and move down to the art room to experience a bible story through art each week! Rev. Kate May will be leading our lessons but each week we need a grown-up helper to make sure we all have a beautiful time! Want to join us? Scan the QR code. Want more information? Reach out to Kate May (kmay@centenary-ws.org).
BACKPACK PROGRAM STUDENT SPONSORSHIP
Many and endless thanks to those of you who sponsored a student for the 2024-2025 school year. It’s time to start gathering sponsors for the 2025-2026 school year. For $6.25 a week, you can provide weekend food for a student – that’s about $280 to make it through the school year! If you would love to join forces with us, please select “Backpack Program” in the giving portal drop down menu or reach out to Anna Thomas (athomas@centenary-ws.org for more information.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
HEALING HANDS MINISTRY
First Mondays • 10 - Noon • Gathering Room
Calling all knitters and crocheters! Join Healing Hands for a time of fellowship, instruction, and service as members create prayer shawls, lap throws, and other handmade items to provide a tangible blessing for people experiencing loss, crisis, or other need for prayerful care. Items are prayed over and blessed to be given away to others in time of need. No experience is necessary. Contact Rev. Oliver Helsabeck or Dianne Moore for more information.
STEPHEN MINISTRY
SEEKING CARE RECEIVERS
Stephen Ministry is a lay caring ministry. Stephen Ministers are not counselors or therapists; rather, they are caring Christian friends who can offer a listening ear to help others through the tough times in life. Stephen Ministers are trained and supervised in their ministry. If you (or someone you know) are going through a tough time and could use a caring friend, contact Rev. Oliver Helsabeck (ohelsabeck@centenary-ws.org/ ext. 1357) for a referral to our Stephen Ministry. All referrals are confidential.
MUSIC & ARTS
MOZART REQUIEM
May 18 • 3 pm
Join the Centenary Chancel Choir and members of the Greensboro Symphony Master Chorale as they present Mozart’s final masterpiece. This profound and timeless work, rich with emotional depth and dramatic intensity, remains a favorite with audiences. Don’t miss this moving afternoon of music and reflection!
SIGN UP NOW FOR CHILDREN’S MUSIC & ART CAMP 2025
July 14 - 17, 2025
This month’s guest speaker is Patrick Pate, Winston-Salem City Manager. 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, May 7. The Senior Adult Council will meet briefly in the choir room at 11 am before the luncheon.
YOUTH MINISTRY
Today 10 am: Youth Sunday school (@ Youth Commons) 11 am: LTN set up (@Memorial Auditorium) Noon - 2 pm: Love Thy Neighbor lunch and Medical Clinic 2:15 pm: LTN clean up (@Memorial Auditorium) 2:30 pm: Senior Sign Blitz
May 6 - 8
Confirmation: Confirmands’ Final Interviews (@ Tammy’s Office)
May 7 6 pm - 7 pm: Confirmation - “Truth, Prayer & Practice” (@ Youth Commons)
May 9 6 pm - 8 pm: Sixers! Goes to Total Escape
There are two open dates on our Flower Calendar, June 22 and July 13. The cost of flowers is $450.00 for the two arrangements you see each Sunday adorning our altar. These may be taken by an individual, a family, or shared. If shared, the cost is then divided among the number of people sponsoring the flowers. If interested, please contact Paige Morgan-Foy (pmorganfoy@centenary-ws.org/ ext. 1358). Paige can be reached on Mondays and Tuesdays.
May 11
10 am: Youth Sunday school (@ Youth Commons)
11 am: Graduation Recognition Service
*NO YOUTH GROUP – Happy Mother’s Day!
SUMMER IN THE CITY 2025
This summer, for the first time, our Youth Ministry will team up with our missional partners to serve right here in Winston Salem for a local mission week. Plan to spend June 10-12, 2025 at Centenary and serving each day at these various partner organizations, worshiping together, growing in your faith & friendships, experiencing some incredible evening activities, and witnessing God in our midst right in our own ‘backyard’. Cost for this mission experience is $200 per person. Mark your calendar and watch for registration and more details coming soon!
WAFFLE WEDNESDAY’S
Wednesdays • 5 pm - 6 pm • Youth Commons
We’re mixing things up this summer! Join us mid-week for a summer-long documentary series as we follow along with Morgan Freeman in his production “The Story of God.” Bring your appetite for thought-provoking exploration about God, and of course, an appetite for a waffle-bar spread and other breakfast-fordinner foods!
LOOKING AHEAD
Get ready to bring joy to the world and share festive carols with everyone who will listen at CMA Camp 2025! Open to ages 4 through rising 5th graders, this fun-filled week features singing, handbells, art, Kindermusik, and more! Register now via the QR code. For more information, please contact Music Ministry Assistant, Virginia Sheffield (vsheffield@ centenary-ws.org).
May 18: Confirmation Sunday June 1: Summer Kick-Off/9th Grade Promotion (@ ROAR) July 19 - 27: YouthWorks! Senior High Mission Trip
August 17: Sunday school open house & 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.
