309 New Street, New Bern, NC, 28560
P.O. Box 1388, New Bern, NC 28563
PHONE: 252.637.4181
Our Ministries
Centenary has a variety of Outreach Programs that service the community as well and the region.
To become a part of any of these services, please call 252-637-4181.
GriefShare
GriefShare seminars and support groups are led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help. You’ll gain access to valuable GriefShare resources to help you recover from your loss and look forward to rebuilding your life.
Caring Cooks
Do you want to serve a meal to a family in need? Caring Cooks is a group of Centenary members that cook and stock the church kitchen freezer for just that purpose. Any church member can go to the freeze and select a meal to deliver to another Centenary member or anyone in the community in need.
The meals are prepared by a group of 25 people that cook once a month and cook 75-100 meals. The meals are designed to feed 2-4 people.
Prayer Chain
There are various methods of getting the information to the Prayer Chain which include the following:
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In church - fill out the prayer cards in the church pews and place in offering plate.
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Monday - Friday,
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., call the church office at 637-4181 to place a name and concern on the Prayer Chain.
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Saturday - Sunday,
Call the church office at 637-4181 and leave the name and prayer concern.
Stephen Ministry
Are you going through a tough time — emotionally or spiritually? Struggling with a crisis in life? Or simply feeling down? Consider letting a Stephen Minister help.
Stephen Ministers are members of our congregation who are trained to listen, care, encourage, and provide emotional and spiritual support to people who are facing a crisis or going through tough times. The care you receive is confidential, free, and very helpful.
To learn how you - or a friend, neighbor, co-worker or relative - can receive care, talk to a member of the Pastoral staff or a Stephen Minister.
If you want to speak to a Stephen Minister at a worship service, look for a person with a blue nametag.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
May they be blessed, given comfort, healing and strength.
May they be reminded that the are loved and not forgotten.
We share our prayers as the shawl is made.
Meetings are 3rd Tuesdays every month from 11:00am to 1:00pm in Room 206.
This ministry is on a mission to celebrate Christ by spreading His love in exciting impactful ways, sharing His message of hope one load at a time! Our amazing volunteers wash clothes and bedding for individuals and families facing financial hardships, homelessness, or limited access to laundry. Together, we bring joy and dignity to our community, brighten the lives of our community with love and detergent as we collaborate with area laundromats. Join us in making a difference!
Pillowcase Ministry
Washed in Grace Ministry
Pillowcase Ministry
We donate pillowcases to Religious Community Services (R.C.S.), My Sister’s House and the Coastal Women’s Shelter for people staying in their shelters. On the cuff of each pillowcase is sewn a piece of fabric with Psalm 4:8 printed on it. “I will lie down and sleep in peace. For you, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.”
If you would like to be a part of this ministry, we need STANDARD size pillowcases that are new, gently used or homemade. The pillowcases can be dropped off in the church office at any time as this is an ongoing ministry.
Blessing Bags Ministry
Blessing bags are care packages filled with essential hygiene items, non-perishable food, and seasonal items. Donations bring hope to those in need. Pick up a bag today at the church office.