C. N. J E N K I N S M E M O R I A L P R E S B Y T E R I A N C H U R C H SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 am Making Church Attractive for the Unchurched... Engaging for Those Who Keep Coming Back October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 12, 2014 ORDER OF SERVICE: 8:00 am, 9:30 am & 11:00 am Praise & Worship Call to Worship Opening Hymn Litany/Morning Prayer Ministry of Music Welcome Greeting Offering/Musical Selection Ministry of Music Scripture Reading Sermon Invitation to Christian Discipleship Benediction Remember Our Sick/ Shut-in Persons When You Pray Homecoming W E L C O M E T O... 2014 OPENING HYMN: Hold to God's Unchanging Hand Time is filled with swift transition. Naught of earth unmoved can stand. Build your hopes on things eternal. Hold to God's unchanging hand. Chorus Hold (to his hand). God's unchanging hand. Hold (to his hand). God's unchanging hand. Build your hopes on things eternal. Hold to God's unchanging hand. Trust in Him who will not leave you. Whatsoever years may bring. If by earthly friends forsaken. Still more closely to Him cling. Chorus Tammy Davis Charles Shute Leatrice Stevenson Mildred Easter Constance Wade Louise James Alissa Younge-Jackson Herbert Anderson Martha Gamble Julius Watson Toni Watts Hattie James Rose Rahming John Carothers Lucy Younge Covet not this world's vain riches, That so rapidly decay. Seek to gain the Heavenly treasures. They will never pass away. Chorus When your journey is completed, If to God you have been true. Fair and bright your home in Glory. Your enraptured soul will view. Chorus Rev. Dr. Jerry L. Cannon, Senior Pastor 1421 Statesville Ave., Charlotte, NC 28206 704-332-9137 704-332-3242 (fax) www.cnjenkins.org
Homecoming W E L C O M E T O 2014 MORNING SCRIPTURE: Ephesians 4:1-6 (NLT)............... 8:00 am 1 Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God. 2 Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other s faults because of your love. 3 Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace. HOMECOMING LITANY Leader: Eternal and loving God, today we give thanks to you for your goodness through all the years of worship and witness in this place. For your grace in calling us to be your people, For the love reveled to us in Christ your Son, For your gift of the Spirit and the joy of salvation: People: We give you thanks, O God. 4 For there is one body and one Spirit, just as you have been called to one glorious hope for the future. 5 There is one Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6 and one God and Father, who is over all and in all and living through all. MORNING SCRIPTURE: Psalms 139: 13, 14 (NIV).... 9:30 & 11:00 am 13 For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother s womb. 14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: For those who established this congregation, For their faith and vision, for their gifts and abilities: We give you thanks, O God. For all who have been members of this congregation, For those who have given freely of their time and money, For those whose wisdom guided our congregation: We give you thanks, O God. For all who have preached and taught here; For all who have confessed here that Jesus is Lord; For all who today lead in worship, witness, and service: Prayer Ministry C N J E N K I N S Prayer partners are available to pray with you in Classroom #4 after each service. People: ALL: We give you thanks, O God. Give us the assurance that we too belong to that great company and that we too may find the peace that passes understanding through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.
October 12, 2014 RECRUIT REJOICE RESPOND REVIVE Dear Christian Friends: It is with joy and excitement that I write to you, bidding greetings on the opening pages of our 116th Homecoming Worship Bulletin. God has blessed us with grace and peace to once again celebrate as a church family. We decree victory and favor as we proclaim 116 Years of God s Faithfulness. Our church motto declares that we are Making Church Attractive for the Unchurched...Engaging for Those Who Keep Coming Back. Our mission statement identifies our ministry focus to be Christ centered. Yet the revealing description of the C. N. Jenkins Memorial Presbyterian Church simply shows a congregation that is unashamed of its heritage and unapologetic of its commitment to Jesus Christ. Found within the pages of this worship bulletin are the stories and the history of faithful women and men who sought to do the will of almighty God for 116 years. Through prayer, fasting, and sacrifice, the vision of a warm and caring congregation was projected and the ministry of that vision has now come to reality. C. N. Jenkins Memorial Presbyterian Church is proud to be a part of so many lives and it is blessed with people and resources to fulfill its vital ministry. Since last year s Homecoming, we have welcomed new members through baptism, profession of faith and transfer from other congregations. We have also said our good-byes to members who either moved away or were called home to glory. Yet, through it all, God has sustained us. We praise God for the multitude of blessings. The dedication and tireless efforts of our ancestors now reaps a wonderful harvest. We share in the development of our young and the caring respect of our elderly. We rejoice in the wholeness of our singles and support of the union of our couples. We embrace new ideas for our future and welcome the wisdom of the ages which God has let the light of life shine for 116 years at C. N. Jenkins. It is my hope that you will receive a blessing from our worship today. My sincere thanks are extended to all who assisted on this grand day of worship and celebration. Sincerely, Rev. Dr. Jerry L. Cannon Rev. Dr. Jerry L. Cannon, Pastor Head of Staff
W E L C O M E T O Homecoming 2014 The Gospel According to the Color Purple Our Guest Preacher, Rev. Billy Michael Honor Billy Michael Honor is a minister, public theologian, and cultural critic whose progressive and compelling insights have made him a sought after preacher, lecturer, and social commentator. Billy is currently the pastor and head of staff of New Life Presbyterian Church in College Park, GA, one of the fastest growing predominantly African American Presbyterian congregations in the United States. He is also the founder and facilitator of an independent public scholarship ministry that focuses on promoting quality social commentary and criticism on religion and culture. Recognized as an emerging progressive social voice, Billy regularly speaks at churches, conferences, colleges and community events and is a media commentator on issues related to contemporary faith and culture. Since 2008 he has facilitated a respected blog called The Critical Cleric that maintains a diverse and growing readership and his sermons and writings have been featured in Huffington Post, the Root.com, Presbyterians Today magazine, Yahoo Voices, Odyssey Network and Day1 Media Ministry. Billy holds a bachelors of arts in Biblical Education with honors from Beulah Heights Christian University in Atlanta, Georgia, a Master of Divinity degree from Johnson C. Smith Seminary of the Interdenominational Theological Center in Atlanta (where he graduated at top of his seminary class), and has completed an advanced studies Master of Theology degree with honors from Emory University s Candler School of Theology, where his research focused on the intersection of theology, race and cultural criticism. Billy also serves on the board of trustees of several institutions including Columbia Theological Seminary, Johnson C. Smith Seminary and the Interdenominational Theological Center. He has also been an adjunct professor of religious studies and guest lecturer at various theological institutions and is currently working on completing his first book project titled The Mis-education of the Church Negro. He currently lives in Atlanta, Georgia with his wife Kaldeen who is an educational advisor and nonprofit professional. Please join us for dinner today following the 11:00 am worship service.
Present Ministry In September 1992, Reverend Jerry L. Cannon was installed as pastor of C. N. Jenkins Memorial Presbyterian. As a church who focused upon its ministries and mission, it continued this quest. Under the guidance of Rev. Cannon, emphasis has been placed upon worship, leadership development, and community outreach. In order to meet the spiritual needs of each child and adult in the church, various ministries have been implemented, adding to the numerous activities which were already in place upon Rev. Cannon s arrival. The church provides opportunities for engagement in a variety of ministries. They are designed for adults, teens, and younger children. The Christian Education Department has traditionally offered ministerial options for youth and children. During the tenure of Rev. Cannon, new programs have been implemented including Children s Church, Young Adult Bible Study, Married Couples Ministry, Wisdom Keepers, Freedom School and the Dance Ministry. Adult ministries offer members opportunities which enable them to enhance their personal walk of faith such as the Greeters Ministry and the Nuture & Care Ministry. Numerous training programs, such as the Lay Ministry Training Program, are provided for both new and experienced members for the purpose of nurturing and uplifting the spirit and mind. Church Policy classes are now taught prior to the installation of new officers. Bible Study is offered during the day and night. A traditional ministry of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) includes the Presbyterian Women. Many men in the church are members of the Men s Council. These groups serve as missionary outlets for adult members. They sponsor a variety of programs, including Hospice support by the Presbyterian Women and an annual community fellowship meal by the Men s Council. C. N. Jenkins believes that it must minister to those persons inside and outside of its physical structure. Such activities include a partnership with the Women s Shelter of the Salvation Army, Rebound Christian Center, Hope Haven, AA and NA. It is also a host and sponsor of an AARP Chapter. Worship continues to be the center of congregational life, focusing upon prayer, praise, music and preaching. The ministry currently offers three worship services in an increased attempt to meet the needs and demands of a growing congregation. The motto of the church, Actively Walking and Working In Christ, provides direction and focus for mission and ministry. Weddings, baptism, revivals and community programs continue to produce new life in our church. The church strives to be spiritled in all of its endeavors and Christ-centered in the fulfillment of the charges which Jesus has given this body. By God s grace and ever-increasing faith of its members, the future of C. N. Jenkins will continue to shine as brightly as it has in its past, thereby continuously ensuring the future of this worshiping community.
Pastoral History During its long and illustrious history, our church has thrived under the leadership of seven dynamic and innovative ministers, including: Dr. Charles Newton Jenkins, founder and builder, 1898-1926. Reverend Otto E. Saunders, during whose tenure the church was remodeled and new pews and a furnace were installed, 1926-1935. Dr. Albert P. Corley, who instituted the printing of a weekly bulletin, brought in the new curriculum of Sunday School literature, and delivered a special sermon to the children every Sunday. Under his administration, the Men s Council was organized. In 1952, the church was renovated and an education building constructed. On July 31, 1952, five months before the new structure was completed, Dr. Corley died. Reverend Samuel J. McLean was installed on February 7, 1954. Under his spiritual guidance, weekly religious classes were organized for the junior age children with Mrs. A. P. Corley as director. Mrs. Corley brought recognition to the church when she organized a small children s choir that appeared on the WBT-TV program, Five O Clock Sharp, in 1955. Reverend McLean resigned as pastor in December 1963. Reverend Earl E. Newberry was installed in August of 1967. Under his dynamic leadership, a tremendous increase in membership was noted, a tutoring program for children was developed, a daycare center was established and a gospel choir was organized under the direction of Mrs. Geraldine Brandon. Reverend Newberry took the initial step and made contact with the Redevelopment Committee concerning Brandon Presbyterian Church and the Greenville Community. Reverend Newberry served until 1975. Reverend Thomas A. Jenkins, interim pastor from 1975-1977. Reverend George C. Goodman was installed August 1, 1977 and served until June 1990. He was the first full-time pastor of C. N. Jenkins Memorial United Presbyterian Church. His inspired leadership was demonstrated through the outpouring of spiritual growth manifested throughout the congregation by a tremendous increase in membership. He initiated the first newsletter, the Acolyte Ministry, and additional projects to help pay off the mortgage on July 17, 1985 just eight years after the initial payment. A Mortgage Burning Celebration was held a year later on March 2, 1986. During the Anniversary Celebration, a capsule was buried on the Church grounds near the Church bell holding a copy of the burned mortgage, a copy of the final check in the amount of $34,533.54, and artifacts from children and adults of the congregation. The capsule was raised on May 21, 2000. Reverend Eustacia Natalie Moffett Marshall, Associate Pastor from 2007-2012.
Historical Sketch The roots of the Charles Newton Jenkins Memorial United Presbyterian Church were planted in 1894 as a Sunday School in the home of Mr. & Mrs. Will Jackson on McCall Street. Mr. S. W. James, a theological student at Biddle University, was the organizer and leader. The school, aside from emphasizing Christian training, set up a curriculum of reading and writing. As the Sunday School enrollment increased, the school moved to the home of Mr. John Rinehart on Snowball Street. Other students were always on hand to assist Mr. James with the Sunday School and to deliver the sermons. Mr. C. N. Jenkins was one of those students whose interest and dedication led him to join the Sunday School and help Mr. James in 1898, to organize the Greenville Mission Presbyterian Church. Mr. Jenkins entered the seminary at Biddle University. While still a student, and carpenter as well, he with $200.00 and the help of Mr. William Davidson, Mr. R. Z. Beatty, Mr. Peter Crawford, Mr. Pink Davis and Mr. I. A. Saviller, erected a small place of worship on Johnson Street. Upon Completion of the church, Mr. Jenkins became its first pastor on December 24, 1899. In only eight years, the congregation had outgrown the space. Mrs. Margaret Barringer donated land for a new building on Maple Street. The church was named Brandon for the Barringer s eldest son. Reverend Jenkins was the contractor of the Maple Street project and was assisted by Mr. Will Davis and Mr. John Baker. Charter members of the church were Mr. Calvin Alexander, Mrs. Julie Dixon, Mr. Joseph Moore, Mrs. Charlotte Moore, Mr. & Mrs. John Rinehart, Mr. Peter Crawford, Mr. J. Adams, Mr. Frank Caldwell, Mr. William Davidson, Mr. Tom Plumer, Mr. Johnson Jordan, Mr. I. A. Saviller and Mr. Jim Williams. After more than eighty years at the site on Maple Street, Brandon had to relocate because of an Urban Renewal Plan. A new church was erected at a site purchased on Statesville Avenue and a proposal was made that the founder, Mr. Charles Newton Jenkins, be memorialized by naming the church in his honor. The proposal to change the name of the church was discussed with the congregation and voted upon. The Presbytery of Catawba was petitioned for approval. On January 20, 1977, the petition was affirmed and the former Brandon United Presbyterian Church became C. N. Jenkins Memorial United Presbyterian Church. Dr. Thomas A. Jenkins, son of the founder, served as interim pastor during the transition from the Maple Street site to Statesville Avenue. He led the congregation into the newly constructed, renamed church for the first worship service on Sunday, March 6, 1977. On August 1, 1977, the Reverend George C. Goodman became the sixth pastor of the church and the first full time minister for C. N. Jenkins Memorial United Presbyterian Church. The church has continued to grow and prosper. It has become self-supporting; there has been a substantial increase in membership; a broader based leadership and increased participation in church activities by young adults; and mission outreach has grown through the commitments of groups like the Men s Council, which purchased a van to provide needed transportation. The church building fund, aided tremendously by the United Presbyterian Women (UPW), has been substantially boosted. Life in the church has been characterized by a warm, honey, family-like atmosphere.
All ministries are asked to submit their 2015 CALENDAR DATES for meetings, events and programs by NOVEMBER 16 to Ms. Julie Rudisell. Email: admin@cnjenkins.org Workroom Mailbox: Administrative Office 1 PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN : All Breast Cancer Survivors are invited to the PW meeting on October 25 at 9:00 am in the Fellowship Hall hosted by Circle #3. Please wear your PINK. BOOK STUDY ON I AM A CHURCH MEMBER : Will meet this TODAY, October 12, during 11:00 am service in Classroom #1. The lesson is I Will Be a Unifying Church Member. Some highlights from this chapter deal with what unity is, gossip, negative talk & what forgiveness brings. CN JENKINS BOOK CLUB ON TUESDAY, OCT. 21 AT 6:30 PM IN ROOM #2: Picking Cotton: Our Memoir of Injustice and Redemption Please contact Doris Boyd at 704-525-0857 or dorisboydcarolin@bellsouth.net for more info, All are welcomed to attend. PLEASE JOIN OUR YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS 36th Annual Charlotte CROP Hunger Walk SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2014 Independence Park Charlotte CROP Hunger Walk For more information, please contact Shivonia Singleton via email at ssingleton8@gmail.com or via phone at 704-488-4844 or you may go to www.crophungerwalk.org/charlottenc. BRING A POSITIVE SPIRIT TO CONQUER COME, WALK/RUN WITH CN JENKINS FAMILY & FRIENDS Saturday Mornings @ 8:45 am All levels are welcome... Location: Bruns Avenue Elementary 501 S. Bruns Ave. Contact Sherri Alexander at (704) 858-7776 or Kim Ross-Alexander at (704) 806-3594 for more information. NEW OUTREACH MINISTRY: Beginning January 2015, C.N. Jenkins will be a host site for Room In the Inn (RITI). RITI is a ministry that provides a warm, safe place for our homeless neighbors to sleep and receive meals (dinner, breakfast and a bag lunch) during the winter months. RITI is a unique way for CNJ to become directly involved with people who are homeless, and to share the love and compassion of God. CNJ will host guest the second Tuesday of each month, January through March of 2015. Please begin praying for this ministry and the people we will serve. More information to come regarding volunteer needs. SAVE the DATES! OPEN AUDITIONS: ALL ARE WELCOME FOR GOD'S TRUMBONES! Breast Cancer Month Schedule of Activities @ CNJ C.N. JENKINS FINE ARTS MINISTRY Thursday, October 30th 7 pm - 9pm Saturday, November 1st 10 am - 12 pm PRODUCED BY C.N. JENKINS FINE ARTS MINISTRY HAROLD WINSTON, Chair (704) 277-1511 Raising Awareness Community in the OCTOBER 5-19 Purchase Your Pink Angels ($1.00 each) Visit Our Information Station (Following 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 am services in Fellowship Hall) SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19 Special Candle Lighting Service (8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 am services) Please submit the name(s) of a loved one who has passed away from Breast Cancer to Bevery Reeder in the church office by Thursday, Oct. 16th. The candle will be lit in his/her memory. Thank you, CN Pink Angels Wear Your Pink to Worship Sunday (8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 am services)
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Pre-school - Kindergarten & 1st - 5th Grade Please contact Nicole Benford at nicolebenford@hotmail.com to sign-up or for more information. Thank you! New Book Study: I Am A Church Member Each Sunday @ 11:00 AM September 28 - November 2 Classroom #1 Lesson #1: I Will Be A Functioning Church Member What Healthy Church Membership Is Church Membership Perks The Love Chapter and Spiritual Gifts All are welcomed to attend. CN Jenkins Book Club Tuesday, Oct. 21 6:30 pm Room #2 Picking Cotton: Our Memoir of Injustice and Redemption Please ontact Doris Boyd at dorisboydcarolin@bellsouth.net or 704-525-0857 for more info, OUR WEEKLY BULLETIN: Available online each Thursday at www.cnjenkins.org/bulletin. ALL ANNOUNCEMENTS ARE DUE: By each TUESDAY AT NOON. Please email them to Ms. Julie Rudisell at announcements@cnjenkins.org. FIND US ON FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/cnjenkinschurch (Bulletins are also available on our page.) CHURCH RENTAL INFORMATION: Please email Mrs. Beverly Reeder at admin2@cnjenkins.org or call the church office at (704) 332-9137. LISTING OF WEEKLY MEETINGS: www.cnjenkins.org/calendar.cfm Need a meeting space? Please email your request to admin@cnjenkins.org or call the church office at (704) 332-9137. CHURCH HOURS: coming to C.N. Jenkins ZUMBATHON Charity Event for the awareness of Childhood Obesity Saturday, October 25, 2014 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. $10 per person 18 years & younger FREE Register by email afishert4@gmail.com. Please place your Name and Register Me For Zumba in the subject line. Payments will be collected at the door. Office Hours: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (Mon. - Thurs.) Evenings: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm (Mon. - Thurs.) Saturdays: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Sundays: 7:30 am - 2:00 pm Online Giving available @ www.cnjenkins.org!
CN JENKINS MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr. Pastor Emeritus Trinity United Church of Christ MONDAY November 3 TUESDAY November 4 WEDNESDAY November 5 12:00 PM (Noon) 7:00 PM (Evening) Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III Senior Pastor Friendship-West Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Jerry L. Cannon, Senior Pastor 1421 Statesville Ave., Charlotte, NC 28206 704-332-9137 www.cnjenkins.org