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Members of the Religious Life staff
Duke University currently has more than 25 religious life
groups on campus representing Protestant, Orthodox, Catholic, non-denominational,
Buddhist, Jewish, Muslim, and Hindu faiths, making it one of
the most religiously active and diverse universities in the
world. The deans of the Chapel, along with over 35 campus ministers,
chaplains, and professional staff, provide leadership to more
than 1,500 students involved in religious life on campus.
"As
representatives from a wide array of faiths, traditions,
and beliefs, we have come together as a Religious Life Staff,
in
order that Duke University may be a place where religious
expression is valued and tangibly supported, that we can better
foster
the spiritual development of the various communities and
individuals we serve and the University population as a whole.
"– Duke Religious Life Staff mission statement
For more information, or if you have questions, please contact:
Click on the name to learn more about any of our Religious
Life Groups:
Baha’i
Baha’i
Faith at Duke
The Baha’i Faith was founded in 1863 by Baha’u’llah
(name means the Glory of God) under the premise that “the
well-being of mankind, its peace and security, are unattainable
unless and until its unity is firmly established.” These
sentiments, principles, and ideals form the foundation
of the Duke Bahá’í Club and govern
all our activities, actions, and planned programs. We thus,
promote the unity of humankind and foster understanding,
love and fellowship on Duke’s campus by sponsoring
lectures, information tables, service projects, discussions,
informal gatherings, social activities and public meetings.
Buddhist
Buddhist
Community at Duke
The Buddhist Community at Duke provides opportunities to learn about and practice
Buddhist spirituality and self-cultivation. We host weekly meditation with a
discussion about Dharma and practice, and other activities. We are culturally
and religiously diverse, and welcome both Buddhists and non-Buddhists from all
backgrounds. No Buddhist affiliation, experience in meditation, or ongoing commitment
is required to participate in any of our activities. Everyone is welcome.
Michael Stanton (current president), mvs6@duke.edu
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Christian
Agapé Campus
Ministry
“Agapé” refers to the unconditional, self-sacrificing love
of God for humanity. In response, ACCF is committed to living out the “Greatest
Commandment” and the “Great Commission” of loving God and
one another in practical, everyday terms. Students experience core-change within
the contours of a dynamic, spiritual community. Come join us for our weekly
large
groups @ the Upper Marketplace on Fridays at 7:30 p.m., and for our Sunday
worship celebrations held at UNC.
Gus Kim, Pastoral Staff, 919-637-0927, info@agapeharvestchurch.org
Jon Song, Campus Staff, 919-475-4308, jsong416@gmail.com
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Baptist
Student Ministry
Baptist Student Ministry at Duke University is Directed by the Baptist House
of Studies at Duke Divinity School. It is an inclusive faith community, with
a free and ecumenical spirit, and a strong commitment to social justice. This
is an invitation to all students who seek a spiritual deepening alongside their
academic life, joining a community which offers friendship, service projects,
and opportunities for worship and reflection on the life of faith. Supported
by a predominantly white congregation (Watts Street Baptist Church) and predominantly
African American congregation (Union Baptist Church), this alliance addresses
the need for racial reconciliation as well as other forms of social justice
in the world.
Mel Williams, Campus Minister, 919.416.6178, mel@wattsstreet.org
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Black Campus Ministries
The mission of Black Campus Ministries is to offer
religious and spiritual direction and support to
students, faculty, and staff of the Duke University
community, being especially attentive to the diverse needs of persons
of
African descent. The IMPACT Movement, one component of BCM, is a nationwide
ministry led by college students on fire for Christ. Our ministry is
committed to making an impact through evangelism
and discipleship. United in Praise
(UP) Gospel Choir is a diverse student group that professes the Christian
faith through song. Come join us Friday evenings at the Mary Lou Williams
Center for Black Culture as we fellowship and “send the praise UP”!
Jesse Huddleston, jesse.huddleston@duke.edu
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Cambridge
Christian Fellowship
Cambridge Christian Fellowship is a diverse group committed to loving God by
making disciples, building a spiritual family, serving our local community,
and taking the gospel to the nations. We offer opportunities for you to be
involved in bible study and prayer groups, Sunday church worship services and
activities, community service, mission trips, conferences, retreats, and fellowship.
We invite you to attend Monday Night Live, our weekly large group on campus
meetings at 7:30 p.m. in room 059 in the basement of the divinity school.
Reggie Roberson, Staff Leader, 919.280.3847, rroberso@duke.edu
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Campus Crusade for Christ
“Cru” is a community of students who want to grow spiritually, develop lasting friendships, and serve Duke and the surrounding area. Whether Christ has been an important part of your life for a long time or you are just beginning to explore Christianity, we hope you’ll find our ministry to be a fun, welcoming place to spend some time. Each fall, we have a large group weekly meeting from 7:30-9:00 on Wednesday nights, and we also offer numerous small group Bible Studies, social events, service projects and retreats. Check out our website for more info.
Cole McLaughlin, Staff Leader, 919.564.6689, cole.mclaughlin@duke.edu
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Catholic Center
Catholics at Duke celebrate Mass on Sunday mornings at 11am in White Lecture Hall on East Campus and on Sunday nights (when classes are in session) at 9pm in Duke Chapel. The Duke Catholic Center sponsors retreats, socials, service projects and other activities to provide Catholic students with opportunities for fellowship, prayer, learning and fun. We operate from two locations: in the basement of Duke Chapel and across from East Campus at the corner of Buchanan Blvd. and Trinity Ave. Daily Mass schedule and other information: catholic.duke.edu
Father Joe Vetter, Catholic Chaplain 919.684.1882, joe.vetter@duke.edu
Catherine Preston, Campus Minister 919.257.1799, , catherine.preston@duke.edu
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Congregation
at Duke Chapel
This ecumenical congregation serves the pastoral needs
of those for whom Duke Chapel is the primary place
of worship. The Congregation provides its own financial
support and has its own pastor and staff. Activities
include Bible studies, Sunday-morning classes, mission
trips, retreats, spiritual formation groups, fellowship
activities, and a variety of service projects. Membership
is open to all, including students.
Nancy Ferree-Clark, Senior Pastor, 919.684.3917, nancyfc@duke.edu
Bruce Puckett, Assistant Pastor, bruce.puckett@duke.edu
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Duke
Orthodox Christian Student Association (DOCSA)
As the only student group representing the second largest Christian communion
in the world, DOCSA is a critical piece of the religious life community at
Duke University. DOCSA brings together a multicultural group of Orthodox Christian
students, undergraduate, graduate, and professional, for friendship, fellowship,
and spiritual growth. The mission of DOCSA is to be a community where students
can explore and faithfully practice Orthodox Christian spirituality.
John Stonestreet, Chaplain, 919.624.9479, john@ocf.net
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Episcopal
Student Fellowship
The Episcopal Center at Duke is a place for worship, fellowship, exploration,
and experience of what it means to be a beloved child of God. Our mission is
to know and make known the reconciling love of God in Jesus Christ. The center
of our life together is our celebration of the Holy Eucharist each Sunday afternoon,
followed by a home-cooked meal. In addition to our Sunday worship, we come
together to study the bible and the history and traditions of our faith, as
well as for outreach to the local, diocesan, national, and international communities.
All are welcome and invited to join us. We are located on Central Campus at
505 Alexander Avenue. Weekly service: 4:00 p.m. on Sundays.
Interim Chaplain Karen Barfield, kclaybarfield@gmail.com or 286-0624.
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Fellowship
of Christian Athletes
Duke Fellowship of Christian Athletes is a non-denominational
Christian Fellowship that strives to be a community
of grace, truth and love where Duke Students
can grow deeper in their relationships with Jesus.
FCA endeavors to foster a loving
and encouraging environment for fellow students to develop meaningful relationships
with one another as they grow together in their faith.We meet weekly as
a large group, offer bible studies, and have
fun social and athletic events interspersed
throughout the year. Despite the name, you don’t have to be an athlete
to become involved in this fellowship.
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Graduate
Christian Fellowship (GCF)
GCF is the Graduate and Professional student ministry
of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. InterVarsity
Christian Fellowship/USA is an evangelical campus
mission
serving students and faculty on more than 560 college and university campuses
nationwide. In response to God’s love, grace, and truth, the purpose of
Duke InterVarsity is to establish and advance witnessing communities of students
who follow Jesus as Savior and Lord: growing in love for God, God’s Word,
God’s people of every ethnicity and culture, and God’s purposes
in the world.
Steve Hinkle, Staff Leader, 919.452.6788, shinkle@duke.edu
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International
Students, Inc. (ISI)
ISI exists to share the love of Jesus with international students, scholars and their spouses. At Duke that translates into welcoming and serving all students with Jesus-centered hospitality; and, equipping/mentoring Christian believers for lives that honor the living God. Activities include study and prayer groups, service projects, recreational outings, and language/friendship partners in cooperation with International House.
Scott Hawkins, Staff Leader, 919.943.3096, Chapel Room 025, scott.hawkins@duke.edu
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InterVarsity
Christian Fellowship
In response to God's love, grace and truth: The purpose of Duke InterVarsity Christian Fellowship is to establish and advance at Duke University witnessing communities of students who follow Jesus as Savior and Lord. We seek to share in the lives of those near us, inviting them into community to enjoy genuine relationships centered on pursuing Christ. Open to Christians and non-Christians alike, we meet on Fridays at 7pm. Search "Duke InterVarsity 101" on Facebook.
Allison King, Staff Leader, 919.323.2037, aceking@mac.com
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LDSSA: Latter-day Saint Student Association
All members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at Duke are automatically
members of the Latter-day Saints Student Organization (LDSSA). We have a joint
program with the LDSSA at the University of North Carolina, with regular institute
classes and activities at both universities. We welcome all who are interested
in joining us.
Ken Rogerson, Faculty Advisor, 919.613.7387, rogerson@duke.edu
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Lutheran Campus Ministry
Duke Lutherans is a group of students, undergraduate,
graduate, and professional, who hold the Gospel at
the center of our lives. We gather weekly in worship,
fellowship, prayer, study, and service. All of these activities equip us
to
grow as individuals and as the body of Christ, enabling us to reach out
into the communities in which we live. It also keeps
us grounded in God’s
love for us as we struggle through all of the stresses of school. We invite you to join us at worship on Sundays at 5:00 p.m. We meet either in the Crypt underneath the Duke Chapel or in the Centenary room of the divinity school (for more information, call, e-mail, or consult the calendar on our website and Facebook pages). Dinner follows at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel basement kitchen.
Bill Dahl, Campus Minister, william.dahl@duke.edu,
919.599.2638
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Navigators
The Navs at Duke is a network of friends. We enjoy
exploring the Bible honestly, connecting to friends
right where they are, asking real questions, and
pursuing
a faith for all of life. Some of us are seeking growth in our relationship
with Jesus, others are just beginning to explore the possibility of faith,
but we’re all in it together. For time and location of weekly meetings
and other events, call, e-mail, or check our website.
John Hamilton, Navigator Staff, 919.599.3519, j.hamilton@duke.edu
Dean Storelli, Navigator Staff, 919.323.9054, storelli@duke.edu
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PathWays at Duke
PathWays at Duke invites students on a journey of vocational discovery. Through
vocation-related courses, small discernment groups led by campus clergy, contemplative
retreats, mission trips, Durham area summer internships, and a year long fellowship
for recent graduates, students engage in the work of discernment while deeply
listening to God, self, and the lives of other faithful companions in the Duke/Durham
community. Our programs are designed in the Christian tradition; however, we
support and enjoy dialogue with members of other religious traditions.
Keith Daniel, Director, kd1@duke.edu,
919.668.0476
Adam Hollowell, Lilly Scholars Coordinator, adam.hollowell@duke.edu
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Reformed University Fellowship
Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) is the college ministry of the Presbyterian Church in America. Though Presbyterian in affiliation, RUF is a place for any Duke student, regardless of your beliefs or doubts, to explore Christianity and grow in your understanding of who Jesus is and what it means to follow him in community with other Duke students. RUF meets on Thursdays at 8 PM above the Marketplace in the East Union. Check out our website for details on small group bible studies.
Will Spokes, Campus Minister, 919.724.2359, wspokes@duke.edu
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Wesley Fellowship (United Methodist)
Grounded by a Wesleyan heritage that summons us to unite personal piety with social holiness, the Duke Wesley Fellowship also provides fertile ground to cultivate your faith—religio—with the same enthusiasm that you approach your education—eruditio. Since Duke University was founded and funded by strong-willed Methodist believers, it makes sense to find the creed of the University, Eruditio et Religio, lived out in the community of the Duke Wesley Fellowship. College is a crucible where opinions are formed, challenged, and reformed; beliefs are redefined or perhaps defined for the first time; and attitudes become more resolute. So, asking good questions can often become more important than receiving patented answers. This community of faith, which will both sustain and challenge you, will be the place where those questions find answers in the lives of those around you.
Jennifer E. Copeland, United Methodist Chaplain, 919.684.6735, jec16@duke.edu
Ted Holt, Student Pastor, edward.holt@duke.edu
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Westminster Presbyterian Fellowship
Westminster Fellowship is an open-minded, open-hearted undergraduate community of Christians in the reformed traditions of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the United Church of Christ. We welcome you to join us as together we make a spiritual home where we can care for and enjoy one another, Duke, Durham and the world. We meet Mondays from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the Chapel lounge for a meal followed by an hour of discussion on a variety of topics. We also gather on Thursdays for an informal bring-your-own-lunch from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Chapel kitchen. Times of fellowship, service and worship activities are planned throughout each month. Retreats and mission trips are also planned for the year. For more information contact one of the pastors.
Cheryl Henry, PCUSA Chaplain, 919.684.3043, cheryl.henry@duke.edu
Mark Rutledge, UCC Chaplain, 919.489.9355, betmark@msn.com
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Hindu
Hindu Students Association
The Hindu Students Association at Duke University is dedicated to providing a
forum for members of the Duke community to learn about Hinduism. Our goals
include facilitating spiritual development amount our members as well as increasing
awareness of Hinduism on campus. At the same time we hope to provide a community
setting for students seeking to continue religious practices that they have
been raised with. In a spirit of diversity, we welcome all members of the Duke
community regardless of religious beliefs to all our activities.
Kishor Trivedi, Faculty Advisor, kst@ee.duke.edu
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Interfaith
Duke Interfaith Project
Peace in the world will
be impossible until
there is
peace among the
world’s religions. Interfaith Dialogue offers
ways to increase inter-religious understanding, respect,
and cooperation and to form friendships among students from
many different faith traditions as well as grow in one’s
own faith. Religious
diversity is affirmed
through forums,
panels, speakers, community
service, house
courses, and informal
gatherings and conversations
scheduled
throughout each semester.
We welcome students
committed to their
own
faith traditions
and those who are still
seeking to
find their spiritual
home. Interfaith
House
Course will be offered
annually.
Mark Rutledge, Campus
Minister, 919.684.3043, betmark@msn.com
Shama Milon, President, shama.milon@gmail.com
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Jewish
Jewish
Life at Duke
Jewish Life at Duke is your Jewish home on campus. Our mission is to
enrich the lives of Jewish students and the whole campus by supporting
our pluralistic and dynamic Jewish community. We honor and help you
to explore all aspects of your Jewish identity, both religious and
secular, cultural and social. We stand for inclusion, we’re a
place where you will feel comfortable bringing your friends. We celebrate
all holidays. We’re your address for bagel brunches and kosher
barbeques. We’re the place for an egalitarian, pluralistic Shabbat
experience, including, of course, free dinner. Kosher dining is available
all weekdays for dinner. The programming that the Rubenstein-Silvers
Hillel does around religious holidays and observance, social action,
Israel, the environment, identity, and just plain fun, are listed at
our website.
Michael Goldman, Rabbi, mgoldman@duke.edu
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Muslim
Muslim Student Association
Duke’s Muslim Community reflects the entire
ethnic, racial and cultural
diversity of the Muslim world and
welcomes all to participate
in its various enriching activities and
events. All major Muslim
worship services and Holy days are observed on Duke
campus. The
Muslim Student
Association (MSA)
plays a central role
in bringing the Muslim community
together. MSA at Duke
University is a place where students can learn
about and discuss the
teachings of Islam. To
this end, the association plans
religious, community outreach,
social,
and political activities
that are concordant with the
faith. The MSA serves
to share knowledge of Islam with all who are
interested in the religion.
Abdullah Antepli, Muslim
Chaplain, 919.660.3566, a.antepli@duke.edu
Abdul-hafeez Waheed,
919.225.1729, awaheed@duke.edu
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Unitarian
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ Duke (UUF@D)
UUF@D, the Unitarian Universalist campus ministry
group, is open to all students at Duke regardless
of religious affiliation, nationality, ethnicity,
sexual orientation, political persuasion, or disability.
Unitarian Universalism is a liberal religion that
values freedom, reason, tolerance, and love and the
truths of many religious traditions, including Judaism,
Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism, as well as humanist
and scientific thought. We try to live our faith
by working for peace, justice, and wholeness. For
more information, check the UUF@D web site.
Cindy Kuhn, Faculty Advisor, 919.684.8828, ckuhn@duke.edu
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Other Spiritual Groups
Self Knowledge Symposium
The Self-Knowledge Symposium is a resource for students engaged
in the spiritual search. Asking the big questions—who
am I? Why am I here? What can I do with my life that will
be meaningful?—is an essential aspect of the successful
college experience. The SKS supports students in their quest
for a meaningful life through a network of student organizations,
as well as lectures, workshops, retreats, and conferences.
Joanna
Childers, Staff Leader, joanna.childers@duke.edu
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