Duke University Chapel Service of Worship Fifth Sunday after Pentecost July 1, 2012 Eleven o clock in the morning Keeping the heart of the University listening to the heart of God Christ Healing the Woman With an Issue of Blood, by William Blake, c. 1803-05. Purity is both an abiding theme and anxiety in culture and religion. Jesus profoundy reshapes our notions of purity. For him, purity comes not from avoiding guilt, dirt, or shame but from receiving forgiveness and healing. Our gospel from Mark 5 describes two women facing ritual impurities of death and menstruation; both find a deeper holiness in Jesus. Paul s words in 2 Corinthians focus on purity of motives.
At the close of today s service, the Lord s Supper will be celebrated in the Memorial Chapel located to the left of the chancel. Immediately following the Lord s Supper, a service of prayer for healing will be held. The service consists of prayers for healing and wholeness, with anointing and laying on of hands. All are invited. The congregation is asked to remain silent during the prelude as a time of prayer and meditation. Gathering Choral Prelude I m Feelin Fine Wayfaring Stranger Witness I Hear a Voice A-Prayin God Is Good All The Time In This Very Room Mosie Lister (b. 1921) arr. Robert Cox and Larry Triplett Traditional Spiritual arr. Gary Moyers Traditional Spiritual arr. Jack Halloran, adapt. Cox Houston Bright (1916-1970) arr. Cox Tina Sadler arr. Rudy Partin Ron and Carol Harris arr. Cox Greeting and Announcements *Processional Hymn 117 O God, Our Help in Ages Past st. anne *Prayer of Confession and Words of Assurance (in unison) The minister offers words of confession in three biddings, to which the congregation responds as follows: Lord have mercy. Lord have mercy. Christ have mercy. Christ have mercy. Lord have mercy. Lord have mercy. The minister speaks words of assurance.
*Peace (All exchange signs and words of God s peace.) Proclamation Prayer for Illumination (in unison) Gracious Father, by the obedience of Jesus you brought salvation to our wayward world: as we hear your word today, draw us into obedience and harmony with your will, that we may find all things restored in him, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. Old Testament Lesson 2 Samuel 1:1, 17-27 (OT pages 263-64 in the pew Bible) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. Anthem The Majesty and Glory of Your Name Tom Fettke (b.1941) arr. Archie Steen When I gaze into the night skies and see the work of your fingers, the moon and stars suspended in space. Oh what is man that you are mindful of him? You have given man a crown of glory and honor and have made him a little lower than the angels. You have put him in charge of all creation, the beasts of the field, the birds of the air, the fish of the sea. But what is man that you are mindful of him? O, Lord, our God, the majesty and glory of your name transcends the earth and fills the heavens. O, Lord, our God, little children praise you perfectly, and so would we. Alleluia. The majesty and glory of your name. Alleluia. New Testament Lesson 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 (NT page 172) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. *Gradual Hymn 266 (stanzas 1-2) Heal Us, Emmanuel, Hear Our Prayer (All turn to face the Gospel Procession.) gräfenberg *Gospel Lesson Mark 5:21-43 (NT page 37) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. *Gradual Hymn 266 (stanzas 3-5) Heal Us, Emmanuel, Hear Our Prayer gräfenberg Sermon A Place of Healing
Response Commissioning of Congregation Mission Team to Honduras *The Apostles Creed I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. 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 Milky White Way Child, I m gonna walk, walk that milky white way. Oh child, some of these days. I m gonna walk up and take-a my stand. I m gonna join that Christian band. Child I m gonna meet, meet my loving Jesus... I m gonna walk up and shake-a his hand... I m gonna meet, meet God the Father. Oh child and God the Son... I m gonna tell God about my troubles, Tell Him of this world where I ve just come from *Doxology Traditional Spiritual arr. Wayne Hooper 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 This morning we give thanks for the Department of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). We celebrate its dedication to serving the Duke student community through deep care for students struggling with various forms of brokenness, and for helping students find wholeness and healing in mind, body, and spirit. A representative brings a CAPS brochure to the altar. In Durham, we remember elected officials and public leaders who work on behalf of the city. The ushers bring forward an emblem of the City of Durham. *Prayer of Thanksgiving *The Lord s Prayer (number 895 in the hymnal, in unison) Sending Forth *Benediction *Recessional Hymn 427 Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life Postlude Prelude in G, BWV 541/1 *All who are able may stand. germany Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) Presiding Minister Preacher Lectors Guest Choir Guest Organist Ministry of Worship Presiding Minister over Memorial Chapel Communion Head Ushers The Rev. Bruce Puckett The Rev. Dr. Willie Jennings Associate Professor of Theology and Black Church Studies Duke Divinity School Ms. Scott Hill Member, Congregation at Duke Chapel Mr. Frank Coble Member, Congregation at Duke Chapel The Master s Men Mr. Robert Cox, Director Mr. Larry Triplett, Assistant Director Dr. Brian Coggins The Rev. Brad Troxell Dr. James Ferguson and Mr. Rick Wilfong
About Today s Guest Preacher This morning we welcome the Rev. Dr. Willie James Jennings as our guest preacher. Dr. Jennings is currently Associate Professor of Theology and Black Church Studies at Duke Divinity School. For many years, Dr. Jennings served as the Academic Dean of the Divinity School. Dr. Jennings received his B.A. in Religion and Theological Studies from Calvin College (1984), his M.Div. from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California, and his Ph.D. from Duke. Dr. Jennings s recent book The Christian Imagination (Yale Press, 2010) received the American Academy of Religion Award for best book. Dr. Jennings also serves together with his wife, the Rev. Joanne L. Browne Jennings, as associate minister at the Mount Level Baptist Church in Durham. The Jennings are the parents of two daughters, Njeri and Safiya. Chapel Announcements Today s Flowers Today s flowers are given to the glory of God by the Nan and Taylor Cole Chapel Endowment. Today s Offering All of today s cash offerings and undesignated checks will be used for an emergency fund for disaster and recovery support for communities in our world that are affected by unexpected and sudden disaster (natural or otherwise). Your generosity enables the Chapel to respond quickly with financial support in times of acute crisis. Today s Guest Choir The Master s Men, an all-male a cappella ensemble, is dedicated to providing inspirational music to the glory of God. Established in 1995, they have appeared in over 250 churches in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Summer Choir Duke Chapel welcomes singers to its Summer Choir, which assists in leading worship over the summer months, except for July 8. Starting July 15, the choir is under the direction of Dr. Brian Schmidt, the Chapel s new Assistant Conductor and Administrative Coordinator of Chapel Music. Regular rehearsals are on Sundays at 9:15 a.m. Call 684-3898 for details. Visiting the Chapel The Chapel often has weddings booked on Saturdays and Sunday afternoons, especially during the summer months. If a wedding is taking place, visitors will not be permitted inside. Before visiting on a weekend, please call 681-9488 to learn when the Chapel will be open to the public.
The Congregation at Duke University Chapel 919-684-3917 www.congregation.chapel.duke.edu The following Congregation opportunities are open to all. Inviting Nursery Attendants The Congregation is seeking to hire weekly nursery attendants to assist with childcare each week during the worship service. Substitute attendants are also needed to help out occasionally. For more information, please contact Sonja Tilley at sonja.tilley@duke.edu or 919-684-3917. First Fridays Young Adult/Professionals Dinner The Young Adult/ Professionals of the Chapel will meet for our monthly gathering on Friday, July 6, at 6:00 p.m. at Chipotle on Erwin Road. Bring your family and friends to enjoy the fellowship and food. All are welcome. Local Mission Collection for July The Local Missions and Out reach Committee is collecting items for Genesis Home. Genesis Home is a transitional shelter for homeless families with children and young adults located in Durham. Their mission is to end homelessness for families with children and for young adults by providing housing and supportive services. They foster independence by providing counseling, job placement, and follow up when they move to housing on their own. Genesis Home provides a safe place for families to live and become stabilized while providing the individual case management support necessary to become independent in permanent housing. Their ultimate objective is to end the cycle of homelessness for each family and client by building the overall capacity of the family to create a stable, healthy household. On Sundays July 8 and 15 the Congregation will participate in their Barrels of Joy program. There will be bright plastic buckets on the back pews for collected items. Needs include: wash cloths, towels, laundry detergent, dishwashing detergent, sponges, mops, brooms and dustpans, disinfectants, and cleaners. There will also be envelopes provided where you may make a monetary donation. Questions? Contact Ed or Linda Karolak at 919-383-4233 or EKarolak@ aol.com Children s Ministry The Godly Play Classes have had their final meetings for the summer. They will resume in August. For more information, please contact Sonja Tilley at sonja.tilley@duke.edu. Youth Ministry Sunday school classes for youth (grades 6-12) are held in the Divinity Student Lounge at 9:45 a.m., and Youth Fellowship occurs at 5:00 p.m. each Sunday in the Chapel basement. For more information, contact Pastor Brad Troxell at brad.troxell@duke.edu or by calling 919-684-3917.
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 919-684-2572 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, please contact the Rev. Bruce Puckett at 684-3917. www.congregation.chapel.duke.edu Ministry Dr. Christy Lohr Sapp The Rev. Meghan Feldmeyer Dr. Adam Hollowell The Rev. Bruce Puckett The Rev. Kori Jones Music Dr. Rodney Wynkoop Dr. Robert Parkins Dr. David Arcus Dr. Brian Schmidt Mr. John Santoianni Mr. J. Samuel Hammond Mr. Michael Lyle Staff of Duke University Chapel Administration Ms. Beth Gettys Sturkey Ms. Lucy Worth Ms. Adrienne Koch Ms. Sara Blaine Ms. Kelsey Hallatt Ms. Lisa Moore Ms. Gerly Ace Ms. Katherine Kopp Mr. Oscar Dantzler and Mr. Razz Zarayakob Staff of the Congregation at Duke University Chapel The Rev. Bruce Puckett Ms. Sonja Tilley The Rev. Brad Troxell Ms. Mary Ann Manconi Associate Dean for Religious Life Director of Worship Director of Student Ministry Director of Community Ministry Black Campus Minister Director of Chapel Music University Organist Chapel Organist and Associate University Organist Assistant Conductor and Administrative Coordinator of Chapel Music Curator of Organs and Harpsichords University Carillonneur Staff Assistant for Chapel Music Director of Development Special Assistant to the Dean for Finance and Projects Special Assistant for Communications Chapel Events and Wedding Coordinator Chapel Communications Specialist Accounting Specialist and Office Coordinator Staff Assistant for Student Ministry Staff Assistant for Development Housekeepers Pastor Director of Christian Education Interim Associate Pastor Administrative Assistant