Duke University Chapel Service of Worship Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost October 16, 2011 Eleven o clock in the morning Keeping the heart of the University listening to the heart of God An ancient coin featuring Caesar s likeness. As people of God, we seek God s assurance that he is among us, because we very easily place our trust in other things. In Exodus, Moses reveals that he has some of the same doubts as the people of Israel. He seeks to ensure that God will go with them on the journey, while also desiring a concrete glimpse of God himself. In Matthew, the Pharisees pose a question to Jesus about the payment of taxes. Jesus responds by saying, Give therefore to Caesar the things that are Caesar s, and to God the things that are God s.
The congregation is asked to remain silent during the prelude as a time of prayer and meditation. Gathering Carillon Prelude Schmücke dich, o liebe Seele, BWV 654 Johann Sebastian Bach (Deck Thyself, My Soul, with Gladness) (1685-1750) Introit Teach Me, O Lord Thomas Attwood (1765-1838) Teach me, O Lord, the way of thy statutes; and I shall keep it unto the end. Psalm 119:33 Greeting and Announcements Processional Hymn 116 The God of Abraham Praise leoni *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) Gracious God, you call us to fullness of life: as your word is read in our midst, deliver us from unbelief and banish our anxieties with the liberating love of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Old Testament Lesson Exodus 33:12-23 (OT page 77 in the pew Bible) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. *Gradual Hymn 444 (stanzas 1-2) O Young and Fearless Prophet (All turn to face the Gospel Procession.) blairgowrie
*Gospel Lesson Matthew 22:15-22 (NT page 23) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. *Gradual Hymn 444 (stanzas 3-5) O Young and Fearless Prophet Sermon Ordinary Rendition blairgowrie 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. ) Mission Announcement Offertory Elijah Rock Spiritual arr. Moses Hogan (1957-2003) Oh Elijah. Elijah rock. Come on, sister, help me to pray, tell me my Lord done pass this way. Elijah rock, shout, shout. Elijah rock, comin up, Lordy. Elijah rock, shout, shout, shout. Elijah rock, comin up, Lord. Satan ain t nothing but a snake in the grass. He s a conjurer. He s a liar. Hallelujah, Lord. If I could, I surely would stand on the rock where Moses stood. I m comin up, Lord. *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. Thanksgiving and Communion This morning we give thanks for the Department of Chemistry for the ways it provides scientific understanding of the material world and mechanisms for understanding the relationships between living organisms and chemical elements. A representative brings a periodic table to the altar. In Durham, we remember those who are developing innovative practices for environmentally friendly building and energy sustainability. The ushers bring forward a compact flourescent lightbulb.
*The Great Thanksgiving (Musical setting A, found on page 17 in 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. If you would prefer to receive grape juice, it is available upon request at the communion station near the main entrance of the Chapel, on the pulpit side. 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 612 (sung by all) Deck Thyself, My Soul, with Gladness schmücke dich Communion Anthem Agnus Dei (from Missa Dixit Maria) Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi: miserere nobis. Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi: dona nobis pacem. Hans Leo Hassler (1564-1612) Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world: have mercy on us. Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world: give us peace. Hymn 623 (choir only) Here, O My Lord, I See Thee *Prayer After Communion Sending Forth *Benediction penitentia *Recessional Hymn 433 All Who Love and Serve Your City charleston *Choral Blessing God Be in My Head John Rutter (b. 1945) God be in my head and in my understanding. God be in mine eyes and in my looking. God be in my mouth and in my speaking. God be in my heart and in my thinking. God be at my end and in my departing.
Postlude Wir glauben all an einen Gott, BWV 680 (We All Believe in One God) J. S. Bach Carillon *All who are able may stand. Presiding Ministers Preacher Lectors Choir Director Organists Ministers of Anointing Head Ushers Carillonneur Ministry of Worship The Rev. Meghan Feldmeyer The Rev. Bruce Puckett The Rev. Dr. Samuel Wells Mr. John McLean Trinity 13 Ms. Hillary Martinez Trinity 13; PathWays Chapel Scholar Dr. Rodney Wynkoop Dr. Robert Parkins Ms. Jane Lynch The Rev. Keith Daniel The Rev. Kori Jones The Rev. Bruce Puckett Dr. James Ferguson and Mr. Jeff Harrison Mr. J. Samuel Hammond
Chapel Announcements Today s Flowers The flowers for this morning are given to the glory of God and in memory of Barbara Ann Freeman Erlenbach (WC 56) by her family and grandchildren. Today s Mission of the Month Offering The Mission of the Month for October is Duke Habitat. Duke Habitat is a student-run chapter of Habitat for Humanity International, which partners with the Duke Office of Durham and Regional Affairs to build a house every year in a Duke-Durham Partnership Neighborhood. As a special incentive, the Congregation at Duke Chapel will match today s offering for Duke Habitat dollar for dollar up to $6,000. All of today s undesignated cash as well as checks made payable to Duke University Chapel with Habitat in the memo line will count towards this challenge. Please give generously Organ Recital Tonight Today at 5:00 p.m., organist Wilma Jensen will present the second recital in this season s series. Heralded as technically and musically an artist of the first magnitude as well as the consummate musician, she has toured as a concert organist for more than five decades. Her program on the Aeolian organ will feature music by French, English, and American composers. Theological Schools Day Duke Chapel PathWays is hosting a Theological Schools Day fair on Wednesday, October 19, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the upper level of the Bryan Center. This is a chance to meet with admissions representatives from nearly 25 schools with graduate programs in theology. A panel of Duke alums will share their thoughts on graduate programs from 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in Meeting Room A of the Bryan Center. All students considering Masters work or Ph.D. programs in theology or religion are encouraged to attend. For more information, contact Rev. Keith Daniel, kd1@duke.edu PathWays Chapel Scholars Among the many students who connect with Duke Chapel throughout the year, a select group displays a unique commitment to discovering how to connect their talents and passions with the world s deepest needs. These students, called Chapel Scholars, form the backbone of PathWays programming by participating widely in courses, discernment groups, mission trips, summer internships, and community service. Scholars also meet regularly with Chapel staff, gather for meals and discussions, and become eligible to receive generous grants for mission and service trips. Interested students are encouraged to speak with Adam Hollowell (adam.hollowell@ duke.edu). Applications are due Friday, October 28. For application forms or more information, visit http://www.chapel.duke.edu/pathways/scholars.html 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, www.chapel.duke.edu.
This Week at Duke Chapel Morning Prayer - Monday at 9:00 a.m. in the Memorial Chapel Communion and Anointing - Tuesday at 5:15 p.m. in the Memorial Chapel Choral Vespers - Thursday at 5:15 p.m. in the Chancel The Congregation at Duke University Chapel 919-684-3917 www.congregation.chapel.duke.edu The following Congregation opportunities are open to all. Adult Forum On Sunday, October 23, the Rev. Dr. Daniel Day, Associate Professor of Preaching and Worship at Campbell University Divinity School and Pastor Emeritus at First Baptist Church in Raleigh, will give a presentation titled Maximizing Your Hour of Worship. The forum will be held in Room 0012 of the Westbrook Building of the Divinity School at 9:45 a.m. Durham Crisis Reponse Collection The Local Missions Committee s October collection is for the Durham Crisis Response Center. DCRC works to end domestic and sexual violence through advocacy, support, education, and prevention. Items needed are: laundry detergent, soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, towels, pillows, paper towels, and toilet paper. Monetary donations will also be accepted (please put DCRC in check memo line). Donations may be dropped off on the back pew of the Chapel through the end of this week. Come to the Table Cookbook The Congregation cookbook will go on sale after church today for $15 each. A table will be in the narthex. Limited quantities are available. Contact Deb Hackney at deb.hackney@ gmail.com for more information. Bus Tour of Durham On Sunday, October 23, the Congregation is sponsoring a guided bus tour of Durham. The tour will begin immediately after worship and will conclude at 3:30 pm. It will include visits to several of Durham s charitable agencies. Boxed lunches are available for $10. Registration is due by October 17. Contact Ed Karolak at 919-383-4233 or EKarolak@aol.com for more information. Children s Ministry Godly Play meets each Sunday at 9:45 a.m. Children aged 3 to second grade meet in the crypt. Those in the third through fifth grades meet in the York Reading Room on the second floor of Duke Divinity School. For more information, please contact Sonja Tilley at sonja.tilley@duke.edu.
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. www.chapel.duke.edu Box 90974, Durham, NC 27708 919-681-9488 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 684-3917. www.congregation.chapel.duke.edu 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 Community and Campus Engagement Director of Worship Director of Student Ministry 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 Ms. Adrienne Koch 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