Service of Worship. Duke. Chapel. Fifth Sunday of Easter May 22, 2011 Eleven o clock in the morning. University

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1 Duke University Chapel Service of Worship Fifth Sunday of Easter May 22, 2011 Eleven o clock in the morning Keeping the heart of the University listening to the heart of God The Stoning of Stephen, by Edouard Léon Louis Edy-LeGrand, c The scripture passages in the season of Easter invite us to reflect on the what it means to be a community of the resurrection. Today s passage from Acts recounts the stoning of Stephen, a reminder that discipleship may involve persecution. 1 Peter also uses the imagery of stones, but not stones of death these are living stones, ready to be built on a spiritual house and to proclaim the mighty acts of God. In the gospel lesson from John, Jesus refers to his father s house and its many dwelling places, and that by following him his disciples might come to know God.

2 The congregation is asked to remain silent during the prelude as a time of prayer and meditation. Gathering Carillon Prelude Chorale preludes from Das kleines Orgelbuch Ernst Pepping ( ) Greeting *Processional Hymn 718 Lo, He Comes with Clouds Descending helmsley *Prayer of Confession and Words of Assurance (in unison) Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways to the glory of your name. Amen. The minister speaks words of assurance. *Peace (All exchange signs and words of God s peace.) Proclamation Prayer for Illumination (in unison) Risen Christ, your wounds declare your love for the world and the wonder of your risen life: as your word in proclaimed in our midst, give us compassion and courage to risk ourselves for those we serve, to the glory of God the Father. Amen. First Lesson Acts 7:55-60 (NT page 118 in the pew Bible) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. Second Lesson 1 Peter 2:2-10 (NT page 219 in the pew Bible) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

3 *Gradual Hymn 164 (stanza 1) Come, My Way, My Truth, My Life (All turn to face the Gospel Procession.) the call *Gospel Lesson John 14:1-14 (NT page 102) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. *Gradual Hymn 164 (stanzas 2-3) Come, My Way, My Truth, My Life the call Sermon Seeing the Glory Response Call to Prayer Minister: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Minister: Let us pray. Prayers of the People (The congregation responds to each petition: Hear our prayer. ) Offertory Anthem Schmückt das frohe Fest mit Maien Georg Philipp Telemann (Movement 1) ( ) Schmückt das frohe Fest mit Maien, eilet, eure Brust zu weihen, macht des Herzen Tore weit! Der Geist, dem tausend Geister fronen, will jetzt in unsern Seelen wohnen. O köstlichs Pfand der Seligkeit. Adorn the joyous festival with flowers, Make haste to dedicate your souls, Open wide the doors of your heart! The Spirit, to which a thousand souls pay homage, Now longs to dwell within our souls. O precious token of blessedness. *Doxology lasst uns erfreuen Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Alleluia, Alleluia! Praise God above, ye heavenly host, Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia.

4 Thanksgiving and Communion This morning we give thanks for administrative professionals at Duke and the many ways their support and organization contributes to the success of both individuals and departments. The ushers bring a phone handset to the altar. In Durham, we remember children and families of those who are incarcerated. The ushers bring a children s bedtime story to the altar. *The Great Thanksgiving (Musical Setting A, on page 17 of the hymnal) *The Lord s Prayer (number 895 in the hymnal, in unison) Sharing of the Bread and Wine All those who have become members of Christ s body through baptism and seek to be united with God and at peace with their neighbor are invited to receive communion. Wine is used for communion. The tradition as understood at Duke Chapel is that the Holy Spirit makes Christ fully present in both the bread and the wine. If you receive only the bread, be assured that you are nonetheless in full communion with Christ and the Church. If you have a gluten allergy, those serving communion nearest to the Memorial Chapel will be ready to serve you gluten-free wafers and wine on request. You may also come forward to receive a blessing, indicated by crossing your arms over your chest. If you would like to receive individual anointing with oil and prayers for healing, ministers will be in the Memorial Chapel during communion. Music During Distribution Hymn 632 (sung by all) Draw Us in the Spirit s Tether Communion Anthem O Salutaris O salutaris Hostia, Quae coele pandis ostium: Bella prement hostilia, Da robur, fer auxilium. O saving Victim, Opening wide the gate of Heaven; Our foes press hard on every side; Give your strength, give your aid. union seminary César Franck ( ) *Prayer After Communion Sending Forth *Benediction

5 *Recessional Hymn 559 Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation westminster abbey Postlude Lobt Gott, ihr Christen, allzugleich, BWV 732 ( Praise God, You Christians, All Together ) Johann Sebastian Bach ( ) Carillon *All who are able may stand. Presiding Ministers Preacher Lectors Soloist Organist Ministers of Anointing Head Ushers Carillonneur Ministry of Worship The Rev. Meghan Feldmeyer Dr. Christy Lohr Sapp The Rev. Dr. Samuel Wells Ms. Deborah Hackney Member of the Congregation at Duke Chapel Mr. Jack McCallus Member of the Congregation at Duke Chapel Ms. Kristen Blackman Trinity 03. Member of the Chapel Choir Dr. David Arcus The Rev. Kori Jones Dr. Christy Lohr Sapp Dr. James Ferguson and Ms. Charlotte Harrison Mr. J. Samuel Hammond

6 Chapel Announcements Today s Flowers Flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Barbara Booth by her family. Today s Offering All of today s cash offerings and undesignated checks will be used for the Chapel Development Fund, which is the primary source of contributed funds for building care and preservation. The Chapel fulfills James B. Duke s desire that the building exert a profound influence on the lives of the young women and men who attend the university. Today s Organ Music Today s organ prelude and postlude are offered to the glory of God in memory of Alex Arcus (the late father of Chapel Organist David Arcus), who would have turned 90 years old yesterday. Update on Broadcasts Due to tornado damage to a radio tower in Raleigh, the Chapel s Sunday morning worship service will be broadcast one week later at 10 a.m. on AM WPTF 680 through June. Live radio broadcasts will continue on AM 620 WDNC. The broadcasts are funded by the Friends of Duke Chapel. The Sunday worship service is also available on the web via streaming video at The service is broadcast live on patient TV channel 50 in Duke Hospital. Duke Chapel Events Listserv If you would like to receive s about upcoming events sponsored by Duke Chapel, such as concerts, talks, special worship services, and more, please visit or send an to Kelsey Hallatt at kelsey.hallatt@duke.edu. Sermons Available Copies of today s sermon are available in the communication stands at either side of the narthex, just inside the front doors of the Chapel. Downloadable PDFs, podcasts, and webcasts of the weekly sermons are available on the Chapel s website, Become a Friend of Duke Chapel Enjoy a meaningful, ongoing relationship with Duke Chapel by becoming a Friend of the Chapel. If you are interested in contributing to the Chapel s mission and ministry, fill out this form and place it in the offering plate. We will then send you more information about the Friends. Please contact Beth Gettys Sturkey, Director of Development, at or beth.sturkey@ duke.edu for more information. Name Address City State Zip Phone

7 The Congregation at Duke University Chapel The following Congregation opportunities are open to all: Becoming a Member of the Congregation Are you looking for a way to connect with other worshipers at the Chapel? Are you looking for a group of people with whom to walk the Christian journey? Do you desire to be part of a Christian community that serves the Durham community and the world? Are you interested in membership in the Congregation? If so, come and learn more at two orientation sessions following worship on May 22 and 29. Membership in the Congregation is open to all. If you have questions or plan to attend, please contact the Rev. Bruce Puckett at bruce.puckett@duke.edu. Dinner at Urban Ministries Each month the Congregation provides a meal for homeless guests at Urban Ministries of Durham. If you would like to donate lasagnas, serve one of the next meals, or acquire more information, please contact Ned Arnett at or him at edward.arnett@duke.edu. Open Table Ministries The Congregation is looking for individuals who are interested in helping Lisa Lark in her ministry to homeless people on Ninth Street. This ministry provides a meal on Tuesdays each week at 4 p.m. If you are interested in visiting, occasionally bringing food, or serving in any other way, please contact the Rev. Bruce Puckett at bruce.puckett@ duke.edu or at Children s Ministry Godly Play meets each Sunday at 9:45 a.m. Children entering second grade or younger meet in the crypt. Those in the third to fifth grades meet in the York Reading Room on the second floor of Duke Divinity School. For more information, please contact Sonja Tilley at shtilley@congregation.chapel.duke.edu. Why do we Confess Our Sins? Sin is not simply something that makes people unhappy or causes pain: it is life based on a false story, one that leads to worshiping something other than the God of Jesus Christ. However, the Christian story does not begin with sin but with God s decision to be in relationship with humanity and all creation. Thus when there is a breakdown of that relationship, by what has been done, or what has been left undone, it is a tragedy in which the congregation has participated. Repentance means naming and stripping away the things that distance the disciple from the gospel. From personal repentance the congregation moves into corporate confession. It is not just their own sin that is separating them from God: sin infects the people of God as a whole. In confessing sin, we recognize that this congregation has joined, even in the last week, in the catastrophe of discarding God s everlasting invitation to worship and friendship.

8 Duke University Chapel Duke Chapel is a grand building, suitable for hosting major events in the life of the University and its members; it acts as a moderator for the diversity of religious identity and expression on campus; and it is a Christian church of an unusually interdenominational character, with a tradition of stirring music, preaching, and liturgy. We welcome you to our life of worship, learning, dialogue, and service. Box 90974, Durham, NC For Worshipers & Visitors Prayer requests may be placed in the prayer box located by the Memorial Chapel. For a tour of Duke Chapel, meet today s docent near the front steps of the Chapel following the service. Hearing assist units and a Braille hymnal are available at the attendant s desk at the entry way of the Chapel. See the Chapel attendant if you would like to use one of our large-print Bibles or hymnals for the worship service this morning. For Families & Children Children 4 and younger are welcome to visit the nursery (capacity limited), located in the Chapel basement, beginning at 10:50 a.m. each week. Pagers are available for parents to keep with them during worship. Parents needing a place to feed, quiet, or change infants are also welcome. Activity Bags (for children 5 and under) and Liturgy Boxes (ages 5-8) are available at the rear of the Chapel to help children engage in worship. Please return after the service. We invite you to consider joining the Congregation at Duke Chapel.The Congregation is an interdenominational church with a variety of vibrant ministries, including discipleship and spiritual formation (for children, youth, and adults), mission and outreach, and pastoral care. If you are interested in making Duke Chapel your home church, contact the Rev. Bruce Puckett at The Rev. Dr. Samuel Wells Ministry Dr. Christy Lohr Sapp The Rev. Keith Daniel The Rev. Meghan Feldmeyer Dr. Adam Hollowell The Rev. Kori Jones Music Dr. Rodney Wynkoop Dr. Robert Parkins Dr. David Arcus Dr. Allan Friedman Mr. John Santoianni Mr. J. Samuel Hammond Mr. Michael Lyle Staff of Duke University Chapel Dean of the Chapel Associate Dean for Religious Life Director of Duke Chapel PathWays Director of Worship Assistant Director for PathWays Community and Black Campus Minister Director of Chapel Music University Organist Chapel Organist and Associate University Organist Associate Conductor and Administrative Coordinator of Chapel Music Curator of Organs and Harpsichords University Carillonneur Staff Assistant for Chapel Music Administration Ms. Beth Gettys Sturkey Director of Development Ms. Lucy Worth Special Assistant to the Dean for Finance and Projects Mr. David Allen Special Assistant to the Dean for Administration and Communications Ms. Meredith Hawley Chapel Events and Wedding Coordinator Ms. Kelsey Hallatt Chapel Communications Specialist Ms. Lisa Moore Accounting Specialist and Office Coordinator Ms. Gerly Ace Staff Assistant for Student Ministry Ms. Katherine Kopp Staff Assistant for Development Mr. Oscar Dantzler and Mr. William Earls Housekeepers Staff of the Congregation at Duke University Chapel The Rev. Bruce Puckett Ms. Sonja Tilley Ms. Mary Ann Manconi Pastor Director of Christian Education Administrative Assistant