To be a diverse community of faith, committed to worship, spiritual growth, and service through Christian love.

The Centenary Family is honored that you are visiting with us. Our prayer is that the Lord will bless each of us as we open ourselves to God's presence, Word, and Holy Spirit. If you are new to our congregation, please share with us your contact information so we can share with you information about the church's varied areas of ministry.

Centenary United Methodist Memphis

584 E McLemore Ave, Memphis, TN 38106, USA

Sunday 10:30 AM

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* If able, please stand.

**Worshippers may enter.

†Please refrain from walking

The Flame of God

Introit 

"I Will Bless the Lord at All Times" J. Pace 

Leader: Great is our God and greatly to be praised!

People: The whole earth reflects God’s power and might.

Leader: When we recall the wonders of God’s creation….

People: We rejoice at the awesome complexity of it all.

Leader: Lord, you have brought us up from fear to hope.

People: Let us worship and praise God for all God’s faithfulness. 

Amen.

What is an Invocation?

by Arrieanna Harmon   

God of peace and hope, we are a nation of constant activity. Every source of media beckons us to go, see, do, or participate in some activity. But one of the most necessary activities, which we neglect, is our need for rest. We crowd each day, which has been given by you as a blessing, with busyness. We forget what it is like to sit and listen, to rest, to take time to reflect.

Help us to find the quiet moments in which our souls can be made whole again. We know that there will always be much for us to do to serve you in this world, but if we maintain this hectic pace, we will be unable to accomplish anything. Let us turn our concerns over to you, for you are the Master Healer who restores our souls. Help us to place our trust and our lives in your unending care. For we ask this in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

All: Amen.

"Thank You, Lord" UMH #84

What is The Apostles' Creed

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.

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.

“Born to Win” K. Davidson

Soloist: Robin Mathews, Alto                

"You Deserve It"   J. Hairston 

Soloist: Charles Parker, Tenor  

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;

Praise Him, all creatures here below;

Praise Him above, ye heavenly host;

Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.                                 

Extinguishing the Light 

Closing Song

"Make Us One” C. Cymbala

Dismissal with Blessing

Postlude

Worship Participants

Worship Leader: Joy Burks  

Music: Mass Choir

Musicians: Cynthia Haley, Gerard Harris, Autry Parker, Jr., Roney Simelton

Sound Technician: David Parker

Online Worship Team: James Haley, II, LaRue Keller,

Robin Mathews, Charles Parker, Denise Parker, Nicole Parker,

Rosalyn Ross, Glenese Scales, Geralyn Seals,

Renee Parker Sekander, Kierra Taylor, Stephanie Walker

CONGRATULATIONS to all of our 2025 graduates! We salute you today as we celebrate your achievements.

Please come out and support your favorite team and enjoy Family Fun Night with Project Transformation children and their families held on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. There will be lots of food, fun, and activities. It’s a great opportunity to fellowship and get to know our neighbors. 

The Church Council meeting is scheduled for Sunday, June 29, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. in the E. J. Cox Fellowship Hall. 

Rev. W. Frank Jones is available for Grief Counseling. 

Persons in need of guidance and support during their bereavement may contact him at 219-789-4923.

Words cannot begin to tell you of the warmth that I felt after the loss of my sister. Thank you all for your texts, phone calls and condolences!      

Sincerely, Cecelia Patrick and family

Our Capital Campaign continues. Thank you for your pledges and contributions to date.

Teamsters National Black Caucus Gala Coming July 2025

Teamsters TNBC will host its Annual Educational Scholarship Gala July 26, 2025, at the Holiday Inn. The Gala will feature

keynote speaker former President of MICAH, Rev. Dr. Rosalyn Nichols. Tickets are available. Reserve your table and sponsorships at… www.TNBCMemphisDeltaChapter.org.

Your financial support will go towards youth awarded Scholarships for the 2025-2026 school year and can create continued financial support for previous awardees as they continue pursuits for their degrees.

We Need Your Help!

Centenary United Methodist Church is in the process of organizing a Homebound Visitation Committee. The purpose of this committee is to assist the pastor in supporting and caring for members who are unable to engage in in-person community life.

If you would like to serve on this committee, please call the church office at 901-774-7604 and provide your name, number, and email address.

The Worship Leader, Ushers, Communion Stewards, and Acolyte Ministry can use you. If you are interested in serving in one of these ministries, please contact the church office at 901-774-7604.