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 Came to Magnify the Lord” M. Condon

Leader: Be patient! Wait and Watch, for the Lord is drawing near to us.

People: We have gathered here this day to hear the good news and to gather strength for the times to come.

Leader: Be at peace with one another.

People: Let love and wisdom prevail.

Leader: Open your hearts and souls to God’s healing word.

People: Lord, touch our hearts. Teach us to patiently listen for your words of love. AMEN.

What is an Invocation?

Lord of delight and surprises, you come to us each day with opportunity, love, support. You pour your blessings on us, reminding us of your compassionate presence with us. Help us to be people of loving service. Help us to see the ways in which you enter our lives and enable us to serve you by serving your people.

As we have come to you this day, bringing our concerns for healing and hope, remind us that you are with us all and that your healing mercies are given. Give us the courage to be faithful stewards of your creation and bring us together with one another in celebration and service. Lift us up, bring us forward, give us peace. For we ask this in Jesus’ Name. AMEN.

"There Is A Name" K. Carr

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.

"The Lord Is My Light” L. Bouknight                      

"City Called Heaven” J. Poelinitz 

Soloist: Paige D. Parker, Jr., Bass

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

"Soon and Very Soon" UMH #706 

Dismissal with Blessing

Postlude

Worship Participants

Worship Leader: Tiffany Millsap       

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

Advent season is the beginning of the liturgical year. It is a season of expectation and anticipation, preparation and contemplation. It is four weeks of preparing our hearts to receive Jesus our Savior, who will bring incredible promise, healing, hope for peace on earth, and joy to the world. Beginning November 30th, we will have a family to light the Advent candles on each of the Four Sundays in Advent and read scriptures as part of the Advent Liturgical Celebration.

All poinsettias will remain in the Sanctuary until the end of service on Sunday, December 21st. Those who purchased poinsettias may receive them at that time. 

We would like to thank everyone for their participation in the Angel Tree and Prison Ministries. Both events were very successful and enlightening because of your support. We supported 21 families and 51 children this year. Again, thank-you and we wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

On Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., for the "Labor in the Pulpit" worship service, we will welcome our local laborer leaders to speak briefly on the important connection between faith and labor.

Join us as we celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Teamsters Local 667 in Memphis actively honors Martin Luther King Jr. Day through longstanding traditions that highlight Dr. King’s connection to labor rights and the 1968 sanitation strike. Each year, the union participates in a commemorative march from North Main and A.W. Willis to the National Civil Rights Museum, often beginning with a ceremony led by Local President James E. Jones, Jr.

These events serve as a time of reflection, recognizing the sacrifices of the sanitation workers and reaffirming the ongoing fight for dignity and respect in the workplace.

• 8:00 am – Opening Ceremony by Teamsters Local 667 Begins in the Park at N. Main & A W Willis Ave.
• 9:00 am – MLK Memorial March From the Park to the National Civil Rights Museum
• Noon -2:00 pm – Mid Day Luncheon at Centenary UMC

Time:

Monday, January 19, 2026

11am – 1:30pm

Location:

Centenary United Methodist Church

When Memphis Rises, The South Will Rise

Go to the MLK Day March in the morning, then join us immediately afterwards for an afternoon of unity and community building. Leave this event ready to take action to make Memphis a better place one neighborhood at a time.

Have you been looking for a way to work with your brothers in a positive and organized way? This is it! There will be lite refreshments, a Resource Center with our Partners and Motivating Speakers. Registration is required.

Who: TN4All and Teamsters 

What: Workshops & Large-Group Training

When: January 17–18, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Location: Centenary UMC 

Focus: Organizing and strengthening collaboration among Labor, Faith, and Community partners.

TN4All will host a series of workshops and trainings focused on organizing, strategizing, and collective action as we work to unite voices across Tennessee. Together, we will explore practical tools, shared values, and effective organizing methods to build a stronger, more connected movement.

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.

We Need Your Help!

We are organizing to assist the pastor in supporting as well as caring for our sick-and-shut-in members. If you are aware of any homebound members, please call the church office and give their contact information {name, address, phone number} to the secretary. We welcome the opportunity to care for our

members. Thank you in advance for your prayers as we undertake this endeavor.      

Billie Hansbrough, Chairperson

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.

January 4th The Epiphany Brunch will be held on January 4, 2026, 12:00 noon in the Family Life Center. 

January 11th (10:30 a.m.) Installation of 2026 Church Officers/Leaders will be held January 11, 2026 during the 10:30 a.m. worship celebration. All officers/leaders are asked to be present.