Duke University Chapel Service of Worship Second Sunday after Pentecost June 10, 2012 Eleven o clock in the morning Keeping the heart of the University listening to the heart of God The church is a place of invisible hope. In Paul s second letter to the church in Corinth, he speaks to the the ways God transforms and renews suffering and affliction. He encourages the church not to lose heart because it is being renewed day by day, and its people are being prepared for eternal friendship with God. In Mark s gospel lesson, Jesus redefines traditional family by arguing that family is not defined by biology but by those who are participating in the life of God.
The congregation is asked to remain silent during the prelude as a time of prayer and meditation. Gathering Carillon Organ Prelude Toccata in F Major, BuxWV 156 Dieterich Buxtehude (c. 1637-1707) Greeting and Announcements *Processional Hymn 132 All My Hope Is Firmly Grounded michael *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) God of truth, as we hear your word in our midst, inspire us to keep your law of love and to walk in ways of wisdom, that we may find true life in Jesus Christ your Son. Amen. First Lesson 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1 (NT page 170 in the pew Bible) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. *Gradual Hymn 97 (stanza 1) For the Fruits of This Creation (All turn to face the Gospel Procession.) east acklam *Gospel Lesson Mark 3:20-35 (NT page 35) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.
*Gradual Hymn 97 (stanzas 2-3) For the Fruits of This Creation east acklam Sermon Rescue and Release 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 Immortal, Invisible Immortal, invisible, God only wise, In light inaccessible hid from our eyes, Most blessed, most glorious, the Ancient of Days, Almighty, victorious, thy great name we praise. Unresting, unhasting, and silent as light, Nor wanting, nor wasting, thou rulest in might; Thy justice like mountains high soaring above Thy clouds which are fountains of goodness and love. To all, life thou givest to both great and small; In all life thou livest, the true life of all; We blossom and flourish as leaves on the tree, And wither and perish, but nought changeth thee. Great Father of Glory, pure Father of Light, Thine angels adore thee, all veiling their sight; All laud we would render: O help us to see Tis only the splendor of light hideth thee. Amen. *Doxology Eric H. Thiman (1900-1975) 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 employees of Duke Financial Services. We celebrate the many ways they manage the complex financial life of the university. A representative brings a travel and reimbursement form to the altar.
In Durham, we remember the prophetic witness of the Church. The ushers bring forward an image of Martin Luther King, Jr. *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 616 (sung by all) Come, Sinners, to the Gospel Feast hursley Communion Anthem Draw Us in the Spirit s Tether Harold Friedell (1905-1958) Draw us in the Spirit s tether; for when humbly, in thy name, Two or three are met together, thou art in the midst of them: Alleluia! Alleluia! Touch we now thy garment s hem. As the brethren used to gather in the name of Christ to sup, Then with thanks to God the Father break the bread and bless the cup: Alleluia! Alleluia! So knit thou our friendship up. All our meals and all our living make as sacraments of thee, That by caring, helping, giving, we may true disciples be. Alleluia! Alleluia! We will serve thee faithfully. Percy Dearmer, 1931 Hymn 634 (choir only) Now Let Us from This Table Rise deus tuorum militum *Prayer After Communion Sending Forth *Benediction
*Recessional Hymn 479 Jesus, Lover of My Soul Choral Blessing Seven-Fold Amen Postlude Laudate Dominum (from The Aeolian Sonata) aberystwyth John Stainer (1840-1901) Dan Locklair (b. 1949) Carillon *All who are able may stand. Presiding Ministers Preacher Lectors Choir Director Organist Ministers of Anointing Head Ushers Carillonneur Ministry of Worship The Rev. Meghan Feldmeyer The Rev. Bruce Puckett The Rev. Dr. David Stubbs Professor of Ethics and Theology, Western Theological Seminary Holland, Michigan Dr. Carolyn Sangokoya Member, Congregation at Duke Chapel, School of Medicine 12 Dr. John D. Denning Member, Congregation at Duke Chapel Dr. Allan Friedman Dr. David Arcus The Rev. Bruce Puckett The Rev. Brad Troxell Dr. Christy Lohr Sapp Dr. James Ferguson and Mr. Rick Wilfong Mr. J. Samuel Hammond
About Today s Guest Preacher Today we are pleased to welcome the Rev. Dr. David Stubbs as our guest preacher. Dr. Stubbs is Professor of Ethics and Theology at Western Theological Seminary in Holland, Michigan. He is an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) who received his M.Div. from Princeton Theological Seminary and his Ph.D. from Duke University. His scholarship has focused on the concept of participation in Christ and sanctification in the modern Reformed tradition. He also seeks to make links among contemporary theology, the early Church, and the Jewish roots of Christianity in order better to understand both Christ and the life and worship of the Church. Dr. Stubbs recently published a theological commentary on the book of Numbers, and he is currently working on a project exploring the influence of Israelite worship on the Lord s Supper. He is active in the work of the Presbyterian Church at both the local and national levels. Chapel Announcements Today s Flowers Today s flowers are given to the glory of God by the Erlenbach Family Trust. Today s Offering All of today s cash offerings and undesignated checks will be used to support human service organizations in the greater Durham area. These nonprofit organizations are identified to receive funds by a panel of Congregation members, Friends of Duke Chapel, and students. The grantmaking process not only benefits people in need but also seeks to introduce students to faithful stewardship and community development. Vocal Arts Ensemble Concert This evening at 7:00 p.m., the Vocal Arts Ensemble, a highly regarded 32-voice choir, will present its annual summer concert. Titled Light Eternal, tonight s concert features Vaughan Williams s Mass in G Minor and Finnish composer Jaako Mäntyjärvi s extended choral lament on the drownings of 910 people following the sinking of the car ferry Estonia in 1994. Also included are works by Brahms, MacMillan, and Brian Schmidt, the newly-appointed Assistant Conductor of Chapel Music. $10 tickets are available at the University Box Office (919)684-4444 or www.tickets. duke.edu. Students are admitted free. NC Boys Choir Concert The North Carolina Boys Choir and Chamber Choir will present its final concert of this season, celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the choir. The concert will be in Duke Chapel on Monday, June 11, at 7:30 p.m. For ticket information call 919-489-0291 or visit www. ncboyschoir.org.
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 684-3917. Local Mission Collection The Local Missions and Out reach Committee is collecting items for the Episcopal Farmworker Ministry based in Newton Grove, NC. According to their mission statement, the minstry responds to the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of migrant and seasonal farmworkers and their families. The collection will be held today and the next two Sundays, June 17 and 24. We are seeking donations of the following items: hats; lightweight, long-sleeved, button down shirts (M, L and XL); work pants (32 to 36 waist); boots; gloves; and sunscreen. Items can be placed in the back pew for the Mission Committee members to deliver. Cash donations or checks will be accepted as well. (Please make checks payable to Congregation at Duke Chapel with farmworkers in the memo.) Thank you for caring for our neighbors in this way. Children s Ministry Godly Play meets each Sunday at 9:45 a.m. Children entering third grade or younger will meet in the crypt. Those in the fourth and fifth grades will 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. 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 the Rev. Bruce Puckett at bruce.puckett@duke.edu or 919-564-6993. 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 919-489-4133 or email 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 9th Street. This ministry provides a meal on Tuesdays each week at 4:00 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 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. 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 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 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 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