Bridging Faith and Learning

Service of Worship

Pentecost Sunday June 4, 2017

Eleven o’clock in the morning

“Pentecost,” by the Jesus MAFA Community, Cameroon

Fifty days after Easter, the Church celebrates the festival of Pentecost. Echoing the ancient Jewish festival of Shavuot, which remembers God’s giving of the law on Mount Sinai, Pentecost celebrates God’s giving of the Holy Spirit, itself a fulfillment of ancient prophecy. In our Scripture readings, the disciples are gathered in Jerusalem when the Holy Spirit descends upon them in tongues of flame. The disciples are given miraculous ability to speak in many languages, and boldly proclaim to the people that everyone who calls on the name of the Lord Jesus shall be saved.

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 Arioso Joseph Willcox Jenkins (1928–2014)

Abide With Me William Bolcom (b. 1938)

GreetinG and announCements

*ProCessional Hymn 475 (found in the hymnals located in the pew racks) Come Down, O Love Divine down amPney

*Prayer of Confession and words of assuranCe (in unison) Almighty God, you poured your Spirit upon gathered disciples creating bold tongues, open ears, and a new community of faith. We confess that we hold back the force of your Spirit among us. We do not listen for your word of grace, speak the good news of your love, or live as a people made one in Christ. Have mercy on us, O God. Transform our timid lives by the power of your Spirit, and fill us with a flaming desire to be your faithful people, doing your will for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The minister speaks words of assurance.

*PeaCe (All exchange signs and words of God’s peace.)

Proclamation

Prayer for illumination (in unison) Holy Spirit, sent by the Father, ignite in us your holy fire; strengthen your children with the gift of faith, and come now to illuminate your holy word; through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.

new testament lesson—1 Corinthians 12:1, 3–13 (NT page 163) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

antHem Domine Deus (from Gloria) Antonio Vivaldi (1678–1741)

Domine Deus, Rex cælestis, Deus Pater omnipotens.

Lord God, heavenly King, God the Father Almighty.

new testament lesson—Acts 2:1–13 (NT page 111) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

*Gradual Hymn 603 (Stanzas 1–2) Come, Holy Ghost, Our Hearts Inspire winCHester old (All turn to face the Gospel Procession.)

*GosPel lesson—John 20:19–23 (NT page 108–9) Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

*Gradual Hymn 603 (Stanzas 3–4) Come, Holy Ghost, Our Hearts Inspire winCHester old

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resPonse

*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.

Prayers of tHe PeoPle (The congregation responds to each petition: “Hear our prayer.”)

offertory antHem He’s Got The Whole World In His Hand Traditional Spiritual Margaret Bonds

He’s got the whole world in his hand. He’s got the woods and the waters in his hand, He’s got the sun and the moon right in his hand, He’s got the whole world in his hand. He’s got the birds and the bees right in his hand, He’s got the beasts of the field right in his hand, He’s got the whole world in his hand. He’s got you and me right in his hand, He’s got everybody in his hand, He’s got the whole world in his hand.

*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.

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 539 O Spirit of the Living God forest Green

Postlude Jubilate William Mathias (1934–1992)

Carillon

*All who are able may stand.

ministry oF WorshiP

Presiding Minister The Rev. Bruce PuckettPreacher The Rev. Dr. Luke A. PoweryLectors Ms. Karen Rhodes Member, Congregation at Duke Chapel Mr. Frank Coble President, Congregation at Duke ChapelSoprano Soloist Ms. Kristen Blackman Trinity ’03Organ Scholar Mr. Jordan PrescottMemorial Chapel Communion The Rev. Bruce PuckettHead Ushers Dr. James Ferguson and Mr. Rick WilfongCarillonneur Mr. J. Samuel Hammond

† 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. † Worship Bags for ages 0–5, and Children’s Worship BulletinsTM for ages 3–6 and 7–12, are available at the rear of the Chapel. Please return bags and clipboards at the end of 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. Please email congregation@duke.edu or call 919-684-3917 for information.

for families and CHildrenfor worsHiPers and visitors

† Large print hymnals and bulletins are available at the front desk.† 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 assistance units are available at the sound desk at the back left of the Chapel. For optimal hearing assistance, please sit in the pews near the third columns of the Chapel nave, where the speakers are located.

chaPel announcements

today’s flowers—The flowers for today’s worship service are given to the glory of God by the Nan & Taylor Cole Chapel Endowment.

today’s offerinG—All of today’s cash offerings and undesignated checks will be given to the Chapel’s Development Fund for Mission and Ministry.

CHaPel tours—For a tour of Duke Chapel, meet today’s docent near the front steps of the Chapel following the service.

Community ministry Position—Duke Chapel seeks a passionate individual to join our mission of bridging faith and learning. Working with our Director of Worship and Community Ministry, this person will communicate about the Chapel’s growing involvement in city-wide faith and justice initiatives, create and coordinate opportunities for education and action, and build on the community ministry efforts of the Chapel community.

advent refleCtions on tHe sPirituals—The latest book by Chapel Dean Luke A. Powery, titled Rise Up, Shepherd!, will be released in August. In writing this collection of devotions for the season of Advent, Dean Powery leads the reader through the spirituals as they confront the mystery of incarnation and redemption. Each devotion features the lyrics of a spiritual, a reflection on the spiritual’s meaning, a Scripture verse, and a brief prayer. Pre-order at bit.ly/RiseUpShepherd.

summer sCHedule—The Chapel has transitioned to its summer schedule, with the building being open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

road ConstruCtion—A section of Towerview Rd. from Duke University Rd. to Science Dr. will be closed throughout the summer.

email uPdates—To receive weekly updates on Chapel news and events, sign up for the email list at chapel.duke.edu/email.

The following Congregation opportunities are open to all.

CHristian eduCation Classes—The summer schedule for Christian Education classes will begin next Sunday, June 11. Classes are held in the lowest level of the Divinity School from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m., with refreshments and fellowship beginning at 9:30 a.m. All are welcome at any time. Classes are as follows: Wee Praise: For children ages 0-3 with parents or caregivers in 0011 Westbrook. Lift Ev’ry Voice: For ages 4 through 5th graders in 0014 WB. Bible Study: A study on the wisdom literature in the Bible for youth and adults 0013 Westbrook.

on retreat—Approximately 50 members of the Congregation are on retreat this weekend at Caraway Conference Center in Asheboro. They are exploring the theme of “Eating for the Kingdom of God” under the leadership of Dr. Norman Wirzba.

annual Business meetinG—The annual business meeting of the Congregation will be held after worship on Sunday, June 11. Lunch in the Divinity Cafe will be followed by the meeting in Goodson Chapel. The cost of the meal is $10 per person. Please contact the Congregation office to make a reservation to attend.

seCond wednesday lunCH—The Second Wednesday Lunch Group will meet on Wednesday, June 14, at 12 noon at the Thai Café, 2501 University Dr., Durham. Members of the group will purchase their own lunch. Please join this fun, informal group to enjoy food and fellowship. Please contact the Congregation office at congregation@duke.edu or 919-684-3917 by Monday, June 12, if you plan to attend.

BaCk Pew ColleCtion—Donations of new underwear for men, women, and children in all sizes, and deodorant, are needed for our homeless neighbors served by Urban Ministries of Durham. Please consider making a tangible gift to neighbors in need by leaving these items on the back pew of the Chapel on June 11 and June 18.

saturday serviCe ProjeCt—Volunteers are needed to assist Urban Ministries in organizing their clothing closet on Saturday, June 17, from 9:00 a.m.–12 p.m. Urban Ministries of Durham, located at 410 Liberty Street, provides shelter and opportunities for homeless neighbors. Please contact the Congregation office for additional information.

enews—The Congregation at Duke Chapel publishes a weekly email announcing fellowship events, service opportunities and Christian education classes. If you would like to receive this weekly newsletter, please email congregation@duke.edu.

the conGreGation at duke university chaPel 919-684-3917 • www.congregation.chapel.duke.edu

next Week in WorshiP at duke chaPel

Preacher—Our preacher will be the Rev. Dr. Luke A. Powery, Dean of Duke University Chapel

oFFerinG—Next week’s offering will go to support non-profit organizations in the Durham area

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 DeanStudent 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 MinistryMusic 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 MusicCommunity 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 AssistantDevelopment 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