The Centenary Connection April 2020

The Centenary Connection June 2021

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Casey’s Corner

Sunday Worship Update • In-person worship is at 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 a.m. • Live-streamed worship is at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m., on our website (centenaryumc.com/sermons) or YouTube channel (search “Granville Centenary”). • The 8:00 and 11:00 services are traditional, and the 9:30 service contemporary. • Nursery care and Sunday school for children and youth are offered at 9:30 and 11:00. Children and youth go directly to their Sunday school classes. • The pews are no longer restricted, and masks are not required in the building. • Unvaccinated people and those at high risk are encouraged (but not required) to continue to wear masks. There will be no judgment in word or stare for mask-wearing choices. • Be aware that people have different comfort levels regarding physical distance, shaking hands, etc. Before you sit next to someone or shake a hand, ask. Then kindly respect the answer. • If you have a fever or feel ill in any way, please worship with us online. We don’t want to pass around a cold, the flu, COVID, or anything else!

Communion in June We will celebrate Holy Communion on Sunday, June 6, in all worship services. For those who are in the sanctuary, individual, prepackaged cup and wafer sets will be available for you to pick up as you enter the sanctuary. You may also bring your own elements, if you prefer. For those watching from home, you’ll want to prepare elements (bread, pita, crackers, water, wine, juice) to be blessed.

Daily Messages Pastors Casey and Bob post brief (5 minutes or less) daily messages on the church’s website (under the “sermons” tab), the church’s and Pastor Casey’s Facebook pages (facebook.com/centenaryunitedmethodist or facebook.com/casey.wilson.5811), and on Pastor Casey’s YouTube channel (search “Pastor Casey Wilson”). Check them out!

CDs or DVDs of Worship or Daily Messages If you don’t have access to the Internet and would like to have audio (CD) or video (DVD) recordings of worship services and/or daily messages, please contact the church office.

Giving Thank you for your ongoing financial support. There are many ways to give: • Mail your check to the church office. • Give online at https://www.centenaryumc.com/onlinegiving • Set up ACH (forms are at the Connection Center in the Lobby, or you may call or email the church office, and we’ll send you one). • Set up automatic bill pay through your financial institution. • Place your offering in the “Offering Boxes” at the sanctuary doors on Sunday mornings.

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Summer Music Opportunity If you would like to provide music during Sunday services this summer, please contact Marcia Brannon at [email protected] or 740-344-7329.

Altar Flowers If you would like to provide altar flowers for a Sunday service, please call the church office at 740-587-0022 or write your name to the calendar just outside the office.

Women's Fellowship Events The Women's Retreat Committee is hosting a series of events to reconnect us and provide opportunities for fellowship and faith development.

Dates: · May 28 · June 11 · June 25 · July 9

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: We will start in the sanctuary.

Activity: We will stream content from The Gospel Coalition Women's Conference, which was held in April. If you're curious, you can learn more at the conference website: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/tgcw20/

To Register: Please sign up to attend by contacting Sharon Ryan or calling the church office. If you decide to attend last minute, you are still welcome!

Content: Each time we gather, we'll watch two talks: 1. The main teaching will be on the book of James, through a series of talks by nationally-renowned speakers. 2. After a short break, you'll have a choice of topics for a second talk on a wide variety of topics. Here's a sample of some of the topics: - Steadfast hope in an Anxious World - Jesus, Women and the Race set before us - Motherhood in a Media Age - Leveraging Creativity for the Glory of Christ - True Beauty in an Instagram World - Help me teach the Bible: Putting together a Christ-centered Bible talk - Messy Beautiful Friendship: Learning to Love Others in a Christ-like Way - Mentoring Younger Women in the Faith

We look forward to seeing you!! If you can only make a few dates, don't worry! Come to whatever you can and we will be overjoyed to see you. Bring a friend!

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Summer Camp Are you looking for a unique, unforgettable, spiritually enriching experience? Summer camp may be just what you seek! The West Ohio Conference is currently enrolling for summer programming through Camp Otterbein, Camp Wesley, and Camp Widewater! Go to the following link to check out opportunities for all ages including family camp! https://www.westohiocamps.org/camp/

Thank You Dear Centenary Friends,

Thank you for the lovely plants. The many cards, phone calls, visits, and prayers helped us very much in this time of our loss.

Evelyn Butt and Family

Thank You Carolyn Brubaker says "thank you" to her Centenary Church Family for remembering her 90th Birthday. She was amazed and so pleased with the number of friends who called and sent cards to acknowledge her special day. She wanted you all to know how happy she was to hear from you!

Wood Samaritans Bird Houses Wood Samaritans are taking orders and selling birdhouses and feeders, for a limited time. Get yours before the sale ends at the beginning of June! The birdhouses are displayed in the Lobby at Centenary. Donations will be collected in the church office and will be put toward missions.

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Bob’s Bible Bits

I was listening to a rebroadcast of an interview with Chuck Colson, former Whitehouse special counsel for Richard Nixon. Chuck was converted to Christ shortly before he was sentenced to prison for his part in the Watergate scandal. His incarceration led him to begin a Christian Ministry called Prison Fellowship. He was appalled by the conditions inside the prison system and vowed to do what he could to introduce inmates to Jesus Christ in an effort to help them turn their lives around. On one occasion, with the help of many volunteers, he organized a program to provide Mother’s Day cards to prisoners so they could honor these special women. The idea was so popular that cards had to be ordered on three different occasions to fill the many requests. Over 1500 inmates were blessed by the thoughtfulness of Prison Fellowship. Because of its popularity, when Father’s Day rolled around, they decided to offer the same opportunity. To the surprise of the Prison Fellowship staff, not one card was requested. This alarming fact pointed to a serious disconnect between men in prison and their earthly fathers.

The Bible has much to say to fathers about their role in the family. The Greek noun used in almost all occurrences is “pater.” The root of this word signifies a “nourisher,” “protector,” “upholder.” For those of you who are fathers or plan to be fathers, check out your expectations of your role with these descriptors. In the Old Testament the Hebrew word is “ab,” meaning he who represents the family relationship. Provers 17:6 says, “Grandchildren are the crown (delight) of old men. And the glory of sons is their father.” When Jesus is praying in the garden he uses a transliteration of the Hebrew word, “Abba,” or “Daddy,” when He is requesting that the cup of suffering be removed, but goes on to say, “not my will, but Thy will be done” (Mark 14: 36). We find another interesting use of “pater” in Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians, here describing a spiritual relationship, “…in Christ Jesus I became your father through the gospel. I exhort you therefore, be imitators of me. (1Cor. 15b-16)

Paul also instructs the Ephesians. After reminding them of the 5th commandment, “honor your father and mother,” he goes on to say, “fathers, do not provoke your children to anger; but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord” (Eph. 6: 4). John in his first epistle gives this strong exhortation, “I have written to you, fathers, because you know Him who has been from the beginning. I have written to you, young men, because you are strong and the Word of God abides in you, and you have overcome the evil one” (1 John 2:14).

Near the middle of this month, June 20th to be exact, we will be celebrating Father’s Day. For those of us whose fathers have gone on to be with the Lord, hopefully, we will be honoring the part of them that has made us who we are. If your relationship with your father could use some repairing, what a great time to put differences aside and follow God’s command to bring honor to the one who, along with our mothers, made our earthly existence possible.

If any of you fathers have seen something in this article that reminded you that you could be doing a better job as the Spiritual head of your family, I pray you will read these verses for yourself in your own Bible, mark them in some way, and go back and reread them often, allowing the Holy Spirit to speak to your heart. I promise you, this will be a blessing to you, to your family, and especially to your children.

Have a blessed June and a very blessed Father’s Day!

Pastor Bob

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DID YOU KNOW ...... May 2021

LABELS FOR JACK MCCLAIN

Jack McClain is a Centenarian, both because he is a member of Centenary UMC and because he was born in 1921. Jack McClain, a stalwart of the 8:00 service at Centenary, celebrated achieving 100 years of age on May 25, 2021 with a Sunday afternoon celebration attended by many friends and family. Jack’s aunt, Elizabeth Davis, also a centenarian, was a member of Centenary UMC and lived to the age of 103.

Other labels we can give Jack include Clockmaker and Woodworker as he made five wooden clock cases found around Centenary including those in the Mary Martha room, the Fellowship Hall and the kitchen. Jack has been generous with products of his woodworking.

Jack earned a label as a Sunday School Teacher, teaching the 6th grade class in the balcony of the church (removed during the 2003 sanctuary renovation). Their class instituted a tradition of pulling the bell rope to ring the bell to start each session. As a substitute Santa Claus at the children’s Christmas party Jack provided a memorable moment when Phyllis Weaver sat on Santa’s lap and both collapsed on the floor as the chair collapsed. Jack was teaching Junior High Sunday School at the same time his second wife, Jeanne, was teaching the high school class that met in the kitchen.

Jack earns the label of Helper as he and his wife, Jeanne, delivered Meals on Wheels for almost a decade. They also assisted many elderly friends navigate through their later years.

Jack was also an Engineer, having graduated from Case Western Reserve University. He worked at Owens Corning Technical Center; Holophane, Newark; AT & T, Columbus and Newark Air Force Station.

The Marathoner label is one Jack earned by running in 4 triathlons, many half-marathons and 49 marathons including 3 international marathons. He started running in 1975 at age 56 when he ran in the Granville Firecracker Five and he last ran a full marathon at age 90 (Columbus Marathon). He also earned the title of Torchbearer when he was chosen to carry the Olympic torch while running in Columbus.

Jack is a Veteran having served in the U.S. Navy. During the time he was stationed in Texas he met Fyrne Morrison who became his first wife.

We can place a label of Musician on Jack based on the time he played bass and was a Marimba player with Ruth Jeanne’s Marimba group at Centenary.

Earning the label of Cyclist, Jack has a passion for bicycle riding. He rode in more than 20 Great Ohio Bike Adventures and Tours of the Scioto River Valley. In addition he made two cross-country bicycle trips and biked across Florida and Iowa.

We at Centenary are fortunate that Jack set aside the label of ‘Presbyterian’ and took on the label of ‘Centenarian’ (Methodist) in 1946. Quoting Jack’s comments in his reflections of Centenary UMC in 2003 “the most important personal experiences of my life have been associated with our church: To name

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Jack’s second wife, Jeanne Gordon McClain died in January 2021 and her funeral service was live- streamed from the Centenary sanctuary and viewed by their many friends and family.

*The children Jack says received spiritual training were Craig, son of Jack and Fyrne McClain; Nancy and Jerry, daughter and son of Jeanne Gordon McClain.

Submitted on behalf of History and Records by Suzanne Kennedy

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06/01 Nan Carney-DeBord 06/16 Thelma Stiff Cynthia Blayney 06/02 Charles Watts Gregory Dixon 06/17 Jo Essick Joan Trautman 06/04 Ron Winters Irmagene Davis Kate Wollenberg Maggie Wolf 06/19 Brad Essick

06/05 Sue Mullenix 06/21 Betty Watts Mary Ann Stone 06/06 Barb Polack Doug Wagner

06/07 Dave Dickson 06/22 Jane Cotsamire

06/09 Jan Farran 06/24 Jim Weaver Jeff Lee 06/25 Jim Lantz 06/10 Kelly Walter Julie Lifer

06/11 T.J. Carney-DeBord 06/27 Evelyn Butt Jay Walker 06/12 Wes Sargent Jennifer Walker Samuel Klaus 06/29 Betty Barnes 06/13 Jim Kastet Pat Guevara Joan Mock Lee Anne Curtis

06/14 Carl Miller

06/15 Noreen Pickerton

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YOUTH NEWS

Youth Sunday School (Grades 7-12) Join us in room 302 for Sunday school at 9:30 or 11:00 am every Sunday. No reservations needed and masks are at your discretion.

Summer Mission Trip – June 13-19

For even the son of man did not come to be served, but to serve, and give his life as a ransom for others. Mark 10:45

REGISTRATION DEADLINE, May 31! Go to … http://trips.nextstepministries.com/10342721/individual- participant-form/ • Students entering Grades 7-12 are invited to join our adventure to Lexington, South Carolina. We are looking forward to working with Next Step Ministry to serve the community of Lexington. Our projects will be outdoor and could include wheelchair ramps, painting, construction, etc. • Cost is $200 plus spending money for the student (4 meals on the road, plus anything extra). We will also need to provide a negative COVID test for each person attending. • Adult Chaperones (over 25) and Young Adult Leaders (18-23) are needed! Please reach out to Cathy Mincks if you are interested in attending. • Sponsors are needed and welcome! We have families who are sending multiple students on the trip. This can become a financial burden. You may donate to our trip or sponsor a student by making a love offering to Centenary UMC and noting YOUTH MISSION TRIP on the envelope or memo line. • Prayer Partners are also needed! Please begin to pray for this trip. As we get closer you will receive names of those participating.

Youth & Family Kayak Outing – June 26 We are partnering with Northwest UMC for a kayak (or canoe) outing down the Big Darby on Saturday, June 26. We will meet at Trapper John’s (http://www.trapperjohnscanoeing.com) at 9:00 am. The paddle will take approximately 2 – 2 ½ hours. Cost is $32/adult & $5/child ages 6-12 (sorry, no kids under 6 permitted by Trapper John’s). Northwest UMC has invited us to join a picnic afterward at the home of Denny & Karen Stephens in Hilliard. Join us for one or both! Contact Cathy Mincks with questions!

Texts of Encouragement If you are in middle school or high school student (or a parent of middle/high schooler) you can receive encouraging texts throughout the week. Text Cathy Mincks to be added to the list, 740-814-6751.

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Children’s Sunday School Classes & Childcare: Please join us for Sunday School each week during the 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. services. At 9:30 we have a class for K-3rd and a class for 4th-6th graders. At 11:00 K-6th grade will meet together. Children will stay in the grades they were in for the 2020-21 school year until the 2021-22 school year begins. Please contact Heather Downes if you have any questions at [email protected].

Childcare is available for children in PreK and under in Room 200 during both services mentioned above.

Granville Ecumenical VBS: Please note: the Kick-off Event has been CANCELED. VBS 2021 will be open online from June 14th - 30th. Since we can’t get together right now we are excited to offer BOLT -- an online VBS. Families can register for free to participate in this online event. You will find videos, games, coloring pages, and origami instructions for VBS fun in the comfort of your own home. Visit www.granvillevbs.com to register!

Tween Girls & Mom Bible Study: We will be meeting four times during the summer to study the book of Ruth and learn about loyalty and friendship. There will be crafts & snacks provided. We will close the study with an outdoor party! All are welcome so please invite a friend. Stay tuned for more information. Please contact Heather Downes if you are interested in joining at [email protected].

3rd-6th Grade Boy & Parent Pool Party All boys who are were in 3rd-6th grade during the 2020-21 school year are invited to a pool party at the McKinney’s on Thursday, July 1 from 6:00- 8:00 p.m. Pizza and snacks will be provided. Please RSVP to Heather if you plan on coming!

Nursery Volunteers Needed Teen and adult volunteers are needed to assist in the nursery during the 9:30 and 11:00 services. Sign up for a Sunday using the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0849A4AD22A4F58-cumc3

The Spotlight for May, 2021 is on Father’s Day. Read about it at http://www.centenaryumc.com/ Click on Menu, “About Us” and go to “Our Heritage” to find Historical Spotlight. You can access the current topic and also earlier entries.

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Centenary Prayer Journal

"Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord." Psalm 31:24 ( ) = Connection to Centenary

Joy to Share Irmagene Davis will be celebrating her 95th Birthday on June 17! Molly Pearson (Pastor Casey’s Sister) had her baby, Ivan, on May 26!

Journeying with Cancer Rick Ahlstrom (Jan Row), Rozanna Baranets (Wilson), Cameron (Kathy Evans), Jerry Datz (Kay Barton), Lindsay DaRosa (Ann Fischbein), Susy Fallon (Debbie Thomas), John Fohl (Lanning), Randy Hartline (Diane Wolf), Beth Kelly (Tackett), Kelly Ketchum (Scott Wagner), Elizabeth Konchi (Carol Albright), Lauren (Links), Miles (Celeste Thomas), Lisa Moore (Judy Mitchell), John Potts (Janie Mohler), Sharon (Mary Ann Stone), Julia Thomas’s Mother, Levon Thomas (Jason Walter), Pat Tumblin (Stone), Teri Weaver Varney (Phyllis Weaver), Dale Vitale (Bill Fischbein) • Marcia Brannon • AJ (Guevara)

Assisted Living / Rehab / Homebound • Eva Petty • Mary Lou Brown - Hearth Brook, Newark • Debbie Addis • Pat Barclay • Jim Bascom • Elaine King - Homebound • Katie Braddock • Pat Nigg - Sanctuary, Newark • Gail McConnon (Thomas) • Julie Rausch - Middleton, Granville • Taylor Griesse (Weaver) • Phyllis Weaver - Inn at Chapel Grove, Heath • Mark Rehrig (Close) • John Potts Active Duty Military • Paul & Ardeth Piper • Cameron Albin, US Marine Corps • Allison Wills Eshbaugh and Wilson (Phillips) • Samuel Eddy, US Air Force • Lynn Holman (Bendick) • Rader Felumlee, National Guard • Michael Westbrook • Eowyn Frail, US Air Force • Will Downes • Luke Metcalf, US Army • Cooper Willey (Kintner) • Freddie Wolf, US Army • Rhys (Close)

• Bob Donaldson and Mary Ellen Morgan (Row) • Kase Zuspan (Thomas) • Dorothy Price • Cheryl Harr (Row) • Ruby and Phil Morgan • Trish Ivey (Linscott) • Sue Henry-Mounts • Bob Raker

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