Service of Worship All Saints Sunday November 6, 2016 Eleven o clock in the morning Bridging Faith and Learning 18 th Century Russian Icon of Christ and His Saints, via Creative Commons Today is All Saints Sunday, when we give thanks for the worldwide communion of our brothers and sisters in Christ, in past, present, and future ages. In this morning s Scripture readings, the apostle Paul prays for the Ephesians that they would come to understand the glorious inheritance of being saints in Christ s church. In Luke s Gospel, Jesus teaches about those who will be blessed in the Kingdom of God and those who are warned of woe to come. This weekend we also celebrate all who have followed God s calling as participants in the PathWays Fellows program over the course of its history.
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 Prelude Schmücke dich, o liebe Seele, BWV 654 Johann Sebastian Bach (Deck Thyself, My Soul, with Gladness) (1685 1750) Choral Introit I Heard a Voice from Heaven John Goss (1800 1880) I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, From henceforth, blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. Even so, saith the Spirit: for they rest from their labors. Greeting and Announcements Revelation 14:13 *Processional Hymn 711 (found in the hymnals located in the pew racks) For All the Saints sine nomine *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. *Peace (All exchange signs and words of God s peace.) Proclamation Prayer for Illumination (in unison) Holy God, your glory is proclaimed in every age: as we rejoice in the faith of your saints, come now to illuminate your holy word and inspire us to follow their example; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. New Testament Lesson Ephesians 1:15 23 (NT page 181) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. *Gradual Hymn 142 (stanza 1) If Thou But Suffer God to Guide Thee (All turn to face the Gospel Procession.) wer nur den lieben gott
*Gospel Lesson Luke 6:20 36 (NT page 60) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. *Gradual Hymn 142 (stanzas 2 3) If Thou But Suffer God to Guide Thee Sermon Is Jesus Post-Bias? Response Call to Prayer Minister: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Minister: Let us pray. wer nur den lieben gott Prayers of the People (The congregation responds to each petition: Hear our prayer. ) Offertory Anthem I ll Praise My Maker I ll praise my Maker while I ve breath; and when my voice is lost in death, praise shall employ my nobler powers. My days of praise shall ne er be past, while life, and thought, and being last, or immortality endures. Happy are they whose hopes rely on Israel s God, who made the sky and earth and seas, with all their train; whose truth for ever stands secure, who saves th oppressed and feeds the poor, for none shall find God s promise vain. The Lord pours eyesight on the blind; the Lord supports the fainting mind and sends the laboring conscience peace. God helps the stranger in distress, the widow and the fatherless, and grants the prisoner sweet release. I ll praise my God who lends me breath; and when my voice is lost in death, praise shall employ my nobler powers. My days of praise shall ne er be past, while life, and thought, and being last, or immortality endures. old 113 th Lloyd Pfautsch (1921 2003) Isaac Watts A child and youth member of the Congregation at Duke University Chapel bring forward offerings collected in the children and youth Sunday School classes.
*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 *All Saints Celebration of Communion The celebrant and congregation will sing the responses to sine nomine, the tune for For All the Saints located on page 711 in the hymnal. Celebrant: Lift up your hearts and raise them to the Lord, and render thanks to God, the Lord of all. With saints and angel hosts we join in song: Celebrant: You gave yourself, O God, to dwell on earth as Word made flesh and prophecy fulfilled; the saints gave their lives as witness to your grace. Celebrant: Lord Jesus Christ, the night he was betrayed, with bread and cup, to his disciples said, This is my blood and body given for you. Celebrant: Accept our sacrifice of thanks and praise, as we recall Christ s passion and his death, who rose victorious and will come again. Celebrant: May bread and wine become Christ s flesh and blood; may we unite with him and all the world, and bring us to feast with all the saints in heaven. *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.) Sharing of the Bread and Wine All who love Christ, earnestly repent of their sins, and seek to be at peace with God and 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, there is a server near the Memorial Chapel who will be ready to serve you gluten-free wafers and wine. If you will not receive Communion, you are welcome to come forward to receive a blessing, indicated by crossing your arms over your chest.
Music During Distribution Hymn 612 Deck Thyself, My Soul, with Gladness schmücke dich Communion Anthem Swing Low, Sweet Chariot Traditional Spiritual arr. William Dawson (1899-1990) Refrain: Swing low, sweet chariot, coming for to carry me home. I looked over Jordan, and what did I see? A band of angels coming after me. Refrain If you get there before I do, Tell all my friends I m coming too. Refrain Sending Forth *Post-Communion Prayer *Benediction *Closing Processional Hymn 519 Lift Every Voice and Sing lift every voice *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 Fantasy in G Minor, BWV 542/1 J.S. Bach Carillon *All who are able may stand. Learning the Liturgy of the Chapel God s Word calls for a response. In scripture, song, and sermon, we hear of God s grace shown to us in Jesus Christ. God speaks, and we are to respond. One of the ways we respond is by affirming our faith in the triune God by reciting the Apostles Creed. This statement of faith, developed by the early church, offers a brief summary of God s merciful work in our world. Because this ancient creed is recited by Christians around the world, it unites us with believers of all times and places and reminds us we are part of the catholic, or universal, church. Together we respond to God s Word by saying I believe.
Presiding Ministers Preacher Lectors Choir Director Organists Ministers of Anointing Head Ushers Carillonneur Ministry of Worship The Rev. Bruce Puckett Dr. Christy Lohr Sapp The Rev. Dr. Luke Powery Mr. Ben DeMarco Duke Chapel PathWays Fellow 12 13, Trinity 12 Ms. Kathryn House Duke Chapel PathWays Fellow 04 05, Trinity 03 Duke University Chapel Choir Dr. Rodney Wynkoop Dr. Robert Parkins Mr. Christopher Jacobson The Rev. Dr. Carol Gregg The Rev. Andrew Phillips Dr. James Ferguson and Mr. Rick Wilfong Mr. J. Samuel Hammond Chapel Announcements Today s Flowers Flowers for today s worship service are given to the glory of God by the Congregation at Duke Chapel in remembrance of those members who have died in the past year: Charles Altmeyer, Robert Durden, Clare Eshelman, Mildred Fuller, Barbara Kowalke, Ben Massey, Welsh Potts, Richard Weston, Kenneth Wright. Today s Offering All of today s cash offerings and undesignated checks will be given to the Chapel s Annual Fund for Mission and Ministry. Jazz Vespers Exercise your freedom of music the day before the election and join us tomorrow, November 7, at 7:30 p.m. for a Jazz Vespers service of worship and song, featuring GRAMMY Award-winning vocalist Nnenna Freelon. The service combines the form of traditional evening vespers with the musical improvisation of jazz. In addition to Ms. Freelon, musical leadership comes from Duke Music Professor John Brown s Little Big Band. Chapel Dean Luke Powery will preside at the service, which includes Scripture, a literary reading, and three prayer stations. The Chapel s C. Eric Lincoln Minister Joshua Lazard is the service s liturgist. Organ Recital Next Sunday, November 13, at 5:00 p.m. Erik Suter will present a recital on the Aeolian organ featuring the complete organ works of Maurice Duruflé. Admission is free and all are welcome. New Interfaith Program for Students The Chapel s new Interreligious Scholars Program (ISP) helps students build relationships with people of other faith traditions and prepares them for working together for the common good. Undergraduate students may apply by November 16 to be part of the first ISP cohort in the spring and join in building the interfaith movement on campus. Learn more and apply at chapel.duke.edu/interfaith.
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 Classes for all are offered every Sunday at 9:45 a.m. and will conclude in time for worship. All classes are held in the lowest level of the Westbrook (WB) building 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. Bible Study: A discussion of Esther and Ruth in 0015 WB. Adult Forum: On November 13, Jack Adams, Assistant to the Dean of Duke Chapel, will discuss Brexit: A British, Christian Perspective in 0012 Westbrook. Jazz Vespers After-Party Tomorrow, November 7, will be the Chapel s semesterly Jazz Vespers service. Young adults and the young at heart will gather at 7:30 p.m. to participate in the service, and then move to the Devil s Krafthouse in West Union for drinks, snacks, and fellowship before Election Day. Fellowship After Worship On Sunday, November 13, all are welcome to enjoy a snack-luck in the Chapel lounge. Please bring a plate of snacks such as cheese and crackers, nuts, or fruit to share. Contributions should be finger-foods. Beverages will be provided and students do not need to bring food to share. Back Pew Collection Reality Ministries creates opportunities for teens and adults with and without developmental disabilities to experience belonging, kinship and the life-changing reality of Christ s love. Donations of new or gently used kitchen items will assist Reality Ministry in refurbishing their well-used kitchen. Donations may be placed on the back pew on Sunday, November 13 or 20. Saturday Tea Female volunteers are needed to join women at Reality Ministries for a tea on Saturday, November 19, from 12:00 3:30 p.m. Assistance is needed for setup, the serving and sharing of tea with friends and with cleanup. Food contributions of tea sandwiches, cookies and baked treats would also be gratefully appreciated. Reality Ministries serves youth and adults with developmental disabilities. Please contact the Congregation office at 919-684-3917 for more information and to volunteer. Swing a Hammer Volunteers are needed on Saturday, November 19, from 12:30 3:30 p.m. at 2400 Owen Street to help build at Habitat for Humanity house. Please sign up online at http://www. durhamhabitat.org/ using code DUC, or contact Bruce Puckett at bruce.puckett@duke.edu.
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 Powery, Dean of Duke Chapel. Offering Next week s offering will go to the Duke Chapel PathWays Fund.