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The Scripture readings for today teach us of God’s majesty and humility. The Lord thunders to Job out of the whirlwind, and speaks of God’s sovereignty over creation and events, even when life does not make sense to us. In the letter to the Hebrews, Jesus’ perfect humility is described. Through his faithful obedience and love, Jesus left his glory in heaven to sacrifice himself and pay the ransom price for our sins. In Mark, Jesus rebukes the presumption of James and John, and the squabbling of the other disciples. He reminds them and us that while earthly power lords it over others, the way of God’s Kingdom is giving our lives in humble service. Like the disciples, we think “we are able,” but the way of the Cross teaches that it is only God who is able.
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Bridging Faith and Learning
Service of WorshipTwenty-First Sunday after Pentecost October 18, 2015, Page Auditorium
Eleven o’clock in the morning
During the prelude the congregation is asked to remain prayerfully or meditatively silent. The Chapel welcomes families with children; if at any time during the service your child needs a place for active play, please utilize the nursery in the Box Office on the second floor of Page.
GatherinG
Prelude There is a Happy Land George Shearing (1919–2011)
Choral IntroIt Priidite poklonimsia (Come, Let Us Worship) Pavel Tschesnokoff (1877–1944)
Come, let us worship And fall down before Christ. Save us, O Son of God, Who didst rise from the dead, [Save us] who sing to thee: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. —Hymn of the Little Entrance at the Divine Liturgy
GreetInG and announCements
*ProCessIonal hymn 579 (Please see hymns at back of bulletin.) Lord God, Your Love Has Called Us Here Carey’s (surrey)
*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
At the close of today’s service, the Lord’s Supper will be celebrated in Page Auditorium by the seats at the front left of the stage, in front of the organ. Immediately following Communion, a service of prayer for healing will be held in the same location. The service consists of prayers for healing and wholeness with anointing and laying on of hands. All are invited.
Prayer for IllumInatIon (in unison) Lord of heaven and earth, our light and our salvation: illuminate our lives, and speak to us by your Spirit now; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
old testament lesson—Job 38:1–7, 34–41 Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.
anthem How Deep the Father’s Love for Us Stuart Townend (b. 1963) How deep the Father’s love for us, How vast beyond all measure, That He should give His only Son To make a wretch His treasure. How great the pain of searing loss - The Father turns His face away, As wounds which mar the Chosen One Bring many sons to glory.
Behold the man upon a cross, My sin upon His shoulders; Ashamed, I hear my mocking voice Call out among the scoffers. It was my sin that held Him there Until it was accomplished; His dying breath has brought me life - I know that it is finished.
I will not boast in anything, No gifts, no power, no wisdom; But I will boast in Jesus Christ, His death and resurrection. Why should I gain from His reward? I cannot give an answer; But this I know with all my heart - His wounds have paid my ransom. —arr. Matthew Boyle, Trinity ‘11
neW testament lesson—Hebrews 5:1–10 Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.
*GosPel lesson—Mark 10:35–45 Lector: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.
sermon—“What do you want me to do?”
resPonse
*resPonse hymn The Church of Christ in Every Age Wareham
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 moment
offertory anthem Bless the Lord, O My Soul René Clausen (b. 1952)
Bless the Lord, O my soul! O Lord my God, how excellent is your greatness. You are clothed with majesty and splendor, you wrap yourself with light as with a cloak and spread out the heavens like a curtain. O Lord, how manifold are your works. In wisdom you have made them all, the earth is full of your creation, for you made them all. May the glory of the Lord endure forever; may the Lord rejoice in all God’s works. I will sing to the Lord while I live; I will rejoice in the Lord our God forever. Alleluia. Amen. —Psalm 104:1–2, 24, 31, 33
*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
*Prayer of thanksGIvInG
*the lord’s Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
sendinG Forth
*BenedICtIon
*ClosInG ProCessIonal hymn 150 God Who Stretched the Spangled Heavens holy manna
ministry oF WorshiP
Presiding Ministers The Rev. Dr. Carol Gregg Dr. Adam HollowellPreacher The Rev. Dr. Luke PoweryLectors Mr. Jihwan Hwang Duke Chapel Scholar, Trinity ‘18 Ms. Minoka Gunesekera Divinity ‘17Choir Duke Chapel ChoirChoir Conductor Dr. Rodney WynkoopGuest Choir Something Borrowed, Something BlueChapel Organist Mr. Christopher JacobsonMission Moment Mr. Ryan FehrmanPresiding Minister over Post-Service Communion The Rev. Dr. Carol GreggHead Ushers Dr. James Ferguson and Mr. Rick Wilfong
Prayers For the Week
This morning we give thanks for the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. We celebrate its mission to facilitate the development of well rounded, educated, productive, and ethical individuals who are well versed in technical as well as social, political, and environmental issues. In Durham, we give thanks for and lift up the many health ministries who work locally and globally to provide medical care and attention to those in need.
*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 Fugue in C major, Op. 65 Felix Mendelssohn (1809–1847)
*All who are able may stand.
chaPel announcements
Today’s floWers—Flowers for today’s worship service are given to the glory of God in memory of Barbara Ann Freeman Erlenbach, WC ‘56, by her family and grandchildren.
today’s offerInG—All of today’s cash offerings and undesignated checks will be used to support the Mission of the Month. Genesis Home works to end homelessness for families with children by providing housing and supportive services to foster independence. Family homelessness is a growing problem in our community. In 2014, Genesis Home set all-time records for nights of shelter provided, number of children served and for the number of families moving into permanent housing. Genesis Home is in the process of merging with Durham Interfaith Hospitality Network to become “Families Moving Forward.” Please visit www.genesishome.org to learn more about the merger, its benefits and how you can help the families and children that we serve. Your compassion can change lives.
felloWshIP—All are warmly invited to stay for a time of fellowship after the service on the Chapel Quad, with food provided by the Congregation at Duke Chapel, and music by Something Borrowed, Something Blue.
Guest ChoIr—Today we welcome Something Borrowed, Something Blue to help lead us in worship. Originally founded in 1969, they are Duke University’s co-ed Christian a cappella group who perform a wide variety of songs to communicate the love of Christ.
WorshiP oPPortunities each Week at duke chaPel
choral evensonG - Sunday at 4 p.m. in Goodson Chapel
online mid-Week Prayer - Wednesday at noon via chapel.duke.edu and periscope.tv/dukechapel
choral vesPers - Thursday at 6 p.m. in Goodson Chapel
† Children 4 and younger are invited to the nursery located in the Page box office, beginning at 10:50 a.m. each week. Capacity is limited. Parents are welcome to feed or change infants; pagers are available for parents to keep with them during worship. † Children’s bulletins are available from the ushers, and activity bags are available in the entryway of Page for children 5 or younger. Please return the bags at the end of the service.
† Prayer requests may be emailed to [email protected].
† Tours of Duke Chapel are suspended until the nave re-opens.
† Hearing assistance units are available in the lobby of Page Auditorium. See the attendant if you would like to use one of our large-print bulletins for the worship 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 [email protected] or call 919-684-3917 for information.
for famIlIes and ChIldrenfor WorshIPers and vIsItors
The following Congregation opportunities are open to all.
sunday ChrIstIan eduCatIon Classes—All Sunday morning classes meet in the lowest level of Duke Divinity School from 9:45–10:45 a.m. New participants are welcome at any time: Wee Praise: Ages 0-3 with parents or caregivers in 0011 Westbrook. Godly Play: Ages 4 through 5th graders in 0050 Langford. Youth Sunday School: For 6th-12th graders in 0013 Westbrook. Adult Forum: Next Sunday, Dan and Regina Ford, Congregation members, will discuss “Loving that 40 Hour+ Workweek Grind” in 0012 Westbrook.
oCtoBer BaCk PeW ColleCtIon—Donations for Reality Ministries may be placed in the large plastic storage bin marked “BACK PEW,” located in the lobby on the lower level of Page Auditorium.
felloWshIP on the laWn today—All worshipers are invited to stay for a time of fellowship and refreshment after worship today on the Chapel lawn. Please take time to enjoy conversation with others.
urBan mInIstrIes dInners—Volunteers are needed to bring cooked lasagnas and serve dinner at Urban Ministries on Wednesday October 28 at 6:15 p.m. and Sunday, November 8 at 5:15 p.m. Please contact Cricket Scovil at [email protected] to volunteer for either of these dates. She will provide detailed information about this joyful opportunity.
haBItat for humanIty—Volunteers are needed to work for Habitat for Humanity on Saturday, November 7 from 8:30 until 11:30 a.m. at 2608 Ashe Street, Durham and at the ReStore located on 15-501, Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham. Please contact Bruce Puckett at [email protected] or 919-667-5258 for more information and to volunteer.
saCred musIC retreat—All are invited to attend a half-day retreat on the topic of sacred music which will be led by Christopher Jacobson, Chapel Organist, on Saturday, November 14, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 1737 Hillandale Road, Durham. The retreat will address three themes: 1) Sacred Music Past and Present in our Secular Society, 2) Worship and How Music is Chosen, and 3) How Music in Worship Draws Us Closer to the Divine. The $10 retreat fee covers the cost of the catered lunch. Please RSVP by November 9 to [email protected] or 919-684-3917.
annIversary lunCh—Members of the Congregation are invited to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Congregation at a lunch in the Von Canon Hall, lowest level of the Bryan Center on Sunday, November 8, immediately following the worship service. The catered lunch will be followed by a short program. Please RSVP to [email protected] or 919-684-3917 by November 1.
the conGreGation at duke university chaPel 919-684-3917 • www.congregation.chapel.duke.edu
Restoring Woodwork inside Duke University Chapel.Please continue to pray for the Chapel and all those working on its
restoration. Photo Credit: Ray Walker, Duke Facilities architect/project manager.
Prayer card
Thank you for worshiping with us. We invite you to write a prayer request in the space below and please place it in the offering plate. It will be offered up to God in confidence by the Chapel team this week.
duke university chaPelDuke 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, especially during this year of the Chapel’s restoration during which we will gather to worship God in different places across Duke’s campuses.
chapel.duke.edu • Box 90974, Durham, NC 27708 • 919-684-2572
The Rev. Dr. Luke Powery Dean of the ChapelMinistry Dr. Christy Lohr Sapp Associate Dean for Religious Life Mr. Jack Adams Interim Worship Coordinator Dr. Adam Hollowell Director of Student Ministry The Rev. Bruce Puckett Director of Community Ministry Mr. 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 Schmidt Assistant Conductor and Administrative Coordinator of Chapel Music Mr. John Santoianni Curator of Organs and Harpsichords Mr. J. Samuel Hammond University Carillonneur Mr. Michael Lyle Staff Assistant for Chapel MusicAdministration Ms. Joni Harris Assistant to the Dean Ms. Adrienne Koch Communications Specialist Mr. James Todd Multimedia Manager for Media Ministry Ms. Sara Clark Chapel Events and Wedding Coordinator Ms. Ava West Staff Assistant for Development Ms. Lisa Moore Accounting Specialist and Office Coordinator Mr. Oscar Dantzler Housekeeper Staff of the Congregation at Duke University Chapel The Rev. Dr. Carol Gregg Pastor Ms. Phyllis Snyder Children’s Pastor Mr. Adam Benson Interim Youth Minister Mr. Nelson Strother Administrative Assistant
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