Service of Worship Palm Sunday April 9, 2017 Eleven o clock in the morning Bridging Faith and Learning Entry into Jerusalem, ca. 1030 1040 Our service begins with a procession of the palms to recall the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, fulfilling an ancient prophecy of the coming Messiah. The palms we wave reflect the fragility of the celebration since a mere five days later, the crowd s adulation turns to hatred. In his letter to the Philippians, Paul declares Christ s humble obedience on the way to the cross, as we are invited to walk with Jesus this Holy Week.
The congregation is invited to reflect silently during the prelude as a time of prayer and meditation. The Chapel welcomes families with children. If at any time during the service your child needs a place for active play, please know there is a nursery in the Chapel basement. Gathering Carillon Organ Prelude Tiento [XII] de falsas (4 o tono) Juan Cabanilles Pasacalles I (1644 1712) Greeting and Announcements *Processional Hymn 278 (found in the hymnals located in the pew racks) Hosanna, Loud Hosanna ellacombe *Blessing of the Palms *Processional Hymn 280 All Glory, Laud, and Honor (All stanzas; repeat verses and refrain as necessary until the procession is complete.) st. theodulph *Prayer of Confession and Words of Assurance (in unison) Eternal God: In Jesus Christ you entered Jerusalem to die for our sins. We confess that we have not hailed you as King, or gone before you in the world with praise. For brief faith that fades in trouble, for enthusiasms that fizzle out, for hopes we parade but do not pursue, have mercy on us. Forgive us, God, and give us such trust in your power that, in every city, we may live for your justice and tell of your loving-kindness; for the sake of our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. The minister speaks words of assurance. *Peace (All exchange signs and words of God s peace.) Proclamation Prayer for Illumination (in unison) True and humble King Jesus, hailed by the crowd as Messiah: as we hear your word proclaimed today, grant us the faith that we may be found beside you on the way of the cross. Amen. Psalm Psalm 118:19 29 (pages 839 40 in the hymnal) Gloria Leader: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, People: and to the Holy Spirit. Leader: As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, People: world without end. Amen.
New Testament Lesson Philippians 2:5 11 (NT page 186) Leader: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. Anthem Pueri Hebraeorum Tomás Luis de Victoria (1548 1611) Pueri Hebraeorum vestimenta prosternebant in via et clamabant dicentes: Hosanna Filio David! Benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini! The Hebrew children spread their garments in the road, and cried out, saying: Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he that cometh in the Name of the Lord! *Gradual Hymn 159 (Stanzas 1 2) Lift High the Cross (All turn to face the Gospel Procession.) *Gospel Lesson Matthew 21:1 11 (NT pages 21 2) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. *Gradual Hymn 159 (Stanzas 3 4) Lift High the Cross Sermon Who is This? Response crucifer crucifer *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; he descended into hell; 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. The minister begins the prayers with a time of silence. Prayers of the People (The congregation responds to each petition: Hear our prayer. ) Mission of the Month
Offertory Anthem Wondrous Love Traditional Arr. Alice Parker and Robert Shaw What wondrous love is this, O my soul, O my soul, What wondrous love is this That caused the Lord of bliss To bear the dreadful curse for my soul? When I was sinking down, O my soul, O my soul! When I was sinking down Beneath God s righteous frown, Christ laid aside his crown for my soul. To God and to the Lamb I will sing, I will sing, To God and to the Lamb Who is the great I AM, While millions join the theme, I will sing. And when from death I m free, I ll sing on, I ll sing on. And when from death I m free, I ll sing and joyful be, And through eternity, I ll sing on. *Doxology Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. old hundredth Sending Forth *Prayer of Thanksgiving *The Lord s Prayer (All are encouraged to pray the Lord s Prayer in the language of their choosing. The English version is number 895 in the hymnal.) *Benediction *Closing Processional Hymn 161 Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart vineyard haven *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. Carillon *All who are able may stand.
Presiding Ministers Preacher Lectors Mission of the Month Cantor Choir Choral Director Student Conductor Organists Memorial Chapel Communion Head Ushers Carillonneur Ministry of Worship The Rev. Dr. Carol Gregg Dr. Christy Lohr Sapp The Rev. Dr. Luke Powery Mr. Graeme Peterson PCM, Duke Chapel PathWays Scholar, Trinity 17 Mr. Jack Boyd Duke Alumni Association President, Trinity 85 Mr. Adam Barnard Mr. Craig DeAlmeida Trinity 99 Duke University Chapel Choir Dr. Rodney Wynkoop Mr. Chaofan Chen Computer Science PhD Candidate Dr. Robert Parkins Mr. Christopher Jacobson The Rev. Dr. Carol Gregg Dr. James Ferguson and Mr. Rick Wilfong Mr. J. Samuel Hammond Chapel Announcements Today s Flowers The Lenten greenery for the worship service today is given to the glory of God by the Duke Alumni Association. Today s Offering All of today s cash offerings and undesignated checks will be used to support the Chapel s Mission of the Month: Partners for Youth Opportunity. PYO is a multi-year program that provides academic support, economic stability programming, community-based mentoring, and community engagement opportunities to 100 Durham youth who receive free or reduced lunch, are first generation immigrants, or have a family member who is or has been incarcerated. PYO works with students from their 8th grade year through their second year in college. The program model is based on having extended, trusting relationships with students and their families, and providing them with targeted, impactful program services. By leveling the playing field for low-income youth despite individual and environmental risk factors, PTO is helping them to achieve their educational and vocational potential. St. John Passion The Bach Cantatas series concludes with a free performance of the St. John Passion, 3 p.m. on Holy Saturday, April 15. Parking is available for $5 on a first-come basis in the Bryan Center Parking Garage. Vehicles with an ADA pass may park in the Bryan Center Parking Lot. Chapel Tours For a tour of Duke Chapel, meet today s docent near the front steps of the Chapel following the service.
Holy Week and Easter at Duke Chapel Sunday, April 9: Palm Sunday 5:00 p.m. The Complete Bach Organ Works ~ Clavierübung III: The German Organ Mass Monday, April 10: 12:00 p.m. Holy Week Noon Service ~ Preacher: The Rev. James Mitchell (Director of Football Development) Tuesday, April 11: 12:00 p.m. Holy Week Noon Service ~ Preacher: The Rev. Lisa Brown Cole (Director of Duke Regional Hospital Pastoral Services) Wednesday, April 12: 12:00 p.m. Holy Week Noon Service ~ Preacher: Ms. Lauren Wright (Duke Divinity School student and Duke Chapel Worship Intern) Thursday, April 13: Maundy Thursday 12:00 p.m. Holy Week Noon Service ~ Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Gerald Wilson (Senior Associate Dean in the Academic Advising Center) 7:00 p.m. Maundy Thursday Service of Holy Communion Preacher: Dr. Adam Hollowell, Director of Student Ministry Service includes the Stripping of the Altar 11:00 p.m. Candlelight Organ Meditation: Stations of the Cross, Op. 29 by Marcel Dupré Friday, April 14: Good Friday 11:30 a.m. Procession of the Stations of the Cross Beginning on the Chapel steps. 12:00 p.m. Service of Good Friday ~ Preacher: Bishop Anne Hodges Copple (Episcopal Diocese of NC) 1:00 3:00 p.m. Meditative organ music 7:30 p.m. Service of Tenebrae (Darkness) ~ Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Luke A. Powery Saturday, April 15: Holy Saturday 3:00 p.m. Bach Cantata Series ~ St. John Passion 8:00 p.m. Catholic Easter Vigil Mass Sunday, April 16: Easter Sunday 6:30 a.m. Easter Sunrise Service at Duke Gardens South Lawn ~ Preacher: Bishop William Willimon (Duke Divinity School) 9:00 a.m. Service of Worship with Holy Communion ~ Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Luke A. Powery 11:00 a.m. Service of Worship ~ Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Luke A. Powery 4:00 p.m. Choral Evensong 5:00 p.m. The Complete Bach Organ Works ~ Miracles
The Congregation at Duke University Chapel 919-684-3917 www.congregation.chapel.duke.edu The following Congregation opportunities are open to all. Christian Education Classes Resume There will be no classes on Easter morning, April 16. Classes for all will resume April 23 at 9:45 a.m. and will conclude in time for worship. All classes are held in the lowest level of the Westbrook Building (WB) with refreshments and fellowship beginning at 9:30 a.m. Classes are: Wee Praise: For ages 0 3 with parents or caregivers in 0011 WB. Godly Play: For ages 4 through 5th graders in 0050 Langford. Youth Sunday School: For youth in 6th 12th grade in 0013 WB. Adult Forum: On April 23, Diana Abernethy, PhD Candidate in Hebrew Bible/Old Testament at Duke, will speak about The Authority of Scripture in 0012 WB. Second Wednesday Lunch The Get to Know You Better lunch group will meet at the Bleu Olive, located at 1821 Hillandale Rd. in Durham, on Wednesday, April 12, at 12 noon. Please contact the Congregation office at congregation@duke.edu or 919-684-3917 by Monday, April 10, if you plan to attend. Members of the group will purchase their own lunch. Please join this fun, informal group to enjoy food and fellowship. Saturday Service Project Volunteers are needed to assist with preparing brunch for the residents of Ronald McDonald house on Saturday, April 22. Ronald McDonald House provides temporary housing for families of children who are being treated at Duke Hospital. For detailed information, please contact Andrew Phillips at andrew.phillips@duke.edu. Back Pew Collection Ronald McDonald House is seeking contributions of paper products to support the families that are staying at the house while a child received medical treatment. Items specifically requested are heavy duty paper plates, 20 oz. paper bowls, plastic utensils, solo cups, aluminum foil, cleaning spray, and laundry detergent. Please place items donated to the Ronald McDonald House on the back pew on Sunday, April 23 or 30. Families Moving Forward Volunteers are needed to assist in providing dinner and childcare on Monday, April 24, and Tuesday, April 25, from 5:00 7:30 p.m. Families Moving Forward is a shelter for homeless families. Please contact Jane Fellows at Janeafellows@msn. com or Elaine DeAlmeida at elainedealmeida8@gmail.com to volunteer or for additional information. Retreat Led By Norm Wirzba Eating for the Kingdom of God is the theme of a retreat to be led by Dr. Norm Wirzba June 3 4 at the Caraway Camp and Conference Center. During the weekend participants will consider how eating is one of the most practical and regular ways we have for witnessing to God s kingdom. Full details at http://congregation.chapel.duke.edu/overnight2017.
Duke University Chapel Duke Chapel is a Christian church of an unusually interdenominational character, with a tradition of stirring music, preaching, and liturgy. It is also a grand building, suitable for hosting major events in the life of the University and its members; it further acts as a moderator for the diversity of religious identity and expression on campus. We welcome you to our life of worship, learning, dialogue, and service. chapel.duke.edu Box 90974, Durham, NC 27708 919-684-2572 Staff of Duke University Chapel Office of the Dean The Rev. Dr. Luke A. Powery Dean of the Chapel Mr. Jack Adams Assistant to the Dean Student Ministry Dr. Christy Lohr Sapp Associate Dean for Religious Life Dr. Adam Hollowell Director of Student Ministry The Rev. Joshua Lazard C. Eric Lincoln Minister for Student Engagement Ms. Gerly Ace Staff Specialist for Student Ministry Music Dr. Rodney Wynkoop Director of Chapel Music Dr. Robert Parkins University Organist Mr. Christopher Jacobson Chapel Organist Dr. Brian A. Schmidt Assistant Conductor and Administrative Coordinator of Chapel Music Mr. J. Samuel Hammond University Carillonneur Mr. John Santoianni Curator of Organs and Harpsichords Mr. Michael Lyle Office Coordinator for Chapel Music Ms. Brandi Melvin-Scammell Staff Assistant for Chapel Music Community Ministry and Events The Rev. Bruce Puckett Director of Worship and Community Ministry Ms. Rachel White Visitor Relations Specialist Ms. Blanche Williams Chapel Wedding Director Ms. Ann Hall Visitor Relations Assistant Ms. Wanda Cobb Visitor Relations Assistant Mr. Jordan Council Visitor Relations Assistant Development and Administration Ms. Amanda Millay Hughes Director of Development and Strategy Ms. Joni Harris Business and Facilities Manager Mr. James Todd Communications Manager Ms. Andie Rea Communications Specialist Ms. Lisa Moore Accounting Specialist and Office Coordinator Ms. Ava West Staff Assistant for Development Mr. Oscar Dantzler University Housekeeper Ms. Beverly Jordan University Housekeeper Staff of the Congregation at Duke University Chapel The Rev. Dr. Carol Gregg Pastor The Rev. Andrew Phillips Assistant Pastor Ms. Phyllis Snyder Children s Pastor Mr. Nelson Strother Financial and IT Administrator Next Week in Worship at Duke Chapel Preacher Our preacher will be the Rev. Dr. Luke A. Powery, Dean of Duke Chapel Offering Next week s offering will go to the Chapel s Annual Fund for Mission and Ministry