Join our community around the table as we break bread together. You will find faith formation opportunities for children, youth, and adults whether in classes or children's music and art programming. Nourish is an easy entry point into the life of Centenary. We hope you will invite your friends to join you as we journey together as a community of faith.
Childcare for those who might be too young or not participating in Children's Music & Art programming will be available in East Building Room 105 from 5:45-7:15 pm each Wednesday that Nourish is taking place.
Wednesday Night Church-Wide Dinner
Your Nourish experience begins each week with our church-wide dinner. Menus and registration links can be found below. Dinner will be from 5:15-6:00 pm in Memorial Auditorium. The cost is $10 (ages 13 and older), $7 (ages 4-12), and free for those 3 years and younger. Dinner Registration for the week is due by 5 pm on Monday afternoon.
September 17 Menu
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October 1 Menu
October 8 Menu
October 15 Menu
October 22 Menu
October 29 Menu
Children's Music & Art
CAE returns on August 27! Centenary's popular program includes activities for children ages 2 through 5th grade during Nourish each week. Our 2- and 3-year-olds wiggle, giggle and grow in Kindermusik, while children ages 4+ have a blast exploring singing, ringing, Kindermusik, Orff, drumming, creative movement, drama, visual art, worship leadership and more! 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! Register now by clicking our link below! For more information, contact Virginia Sheffield (Assistant Director of Music & Arts) with any questions.
Weekly Schedule:
4:30 - 5:15: Kindermusik for Ages 2 & 3*
5:15 - 6: Church-wide Dinner
6 - 7: Creative Arts for Ages 4 to 5th Grade
*Ages 2 & 3 who are not available for the Wednesday night class are eligible for a Thursday night class beginning at 5:30 pm. Please sign up for Thursday night Kindermusik using this registration form.
For the full listing of Children's Music & Arts Ministry offerings, click on our button below.
Fall 2025 Classes
Fall Kick-Off
As we kick off the fall season of Nourish from 6- 7 pm on Wednesday, September 3, we will enjoy an “interview” with our new senior minister, Willis Greene, giving us all an opportunity to get to know her better and to help her continue to get to know our church family. Following the interview, we will have the opportunity to hear about the classes that will begin the following week, on September 10.
Fall Youth Opportunity
Middle School Room 402 CB
September 10 - October 29
Facilitators: Tammy Pollock & Kevin Garrity
Contact: Tammy Pollock or Kevin Garrity
"Together for Teens: Community that Marked the Acts 2 Church" by Ben Mandrell
Have you ever heard someone say that your generation is the "future of the church"? Even though you are the highest level of leadership, you aren't just the future of the church - you are the church of today! Join us this fall for our Nourish study to explore how God has designed the church and how you are already a part of it. While made up of imperfect people, the church is God's plan for community, support, and telling the world about Jesus. And, our church, is a place to be you, to be loved, and to belong!
Growing Faith Through Art
Room Auditorium
September 10 - 24
Facilitators: Kate May
Contact: Kate May
The Holy Spirit has inspired many great artists to express their faith through amazing works of art. Using video and discussion we will explore the work of 3 great artists and see how God speaks to us through these beautiful paintings.
The Sum of Us Discussion Group
Room 112 CB
September 10 - October 1
Facilitators: Colby Cunningham & Nicole Johnson
Contact: Kate May
Bookmarks has named “The Sum of Us” by Heather McGhee it’s 2025 Book with a Purpose for Winston Salem. This book identifies for us the consequences of decades of race-based policy making in our nation. As the author says, “Racism has costs for white people, too.” However, the book holds onto hope for a prosperous future based on the ‘Solidarity Dividend’: the benefits gained from joining together across our society’s racial divide to make public policy decisions that shape our communities.
Through a series of three guided discussions grounded in Scripture, we will identify the cause of these systemic issues, seek to understand their consequences in our community, and challenge ourselves to respond in accordance with Jesus’ example. We will plan to attend Heather McGhee’s keynote at Bookmarks on September 27 together, then regroup the following week at Nourish for an unscripted discussion on what we’ve learned and how we move forward—as individuals and members of Centenary.
Game Night
Auditorium
October 1
Contact: Kate May
Jill Vialet said, “Play matters because people matter.” So let’s spend time letting one another know we matter and play together! Join us for a game night on Wednesday, October 1. We’ll start with table team trivia and then have options throughout the room for card games, board games, puzzles, and more!
Book of James Bible Study
Auditorium
October 8-29
Facilitators: Kate May & Oliver Helsabeck
Contact: Kate May
This Bible study will explore the book of James and focus on practical Christian living and the connection between faith and action. Participants will examine themes such as perseverance, wisdom, humility, discipleship, and the power of words. Through discussion and reflection, the study will encourage participants to seek a deeper walk with God that is marked by authentic faith and everyday obedience.
Chrismons with Kate
Dining Room
November 5-19
Facilitators: Kate May
Contact: Kate May
Chrismons, or Christ Monograms, are symbols of Jesus used to decorate our trees at Centenary throughout Advent and Christmas. Come and learn how to make these beautiful ornaments as well as the meaning behind them.