Duke Lutherans – Called to life together

We are an inclusive campus ministry community of students and young adults, rooted in God’s boundless love and called to serve our neighbors, work for justice and peace, and share God’s gift of life together on campus, in our local congregations, and throughout Durham.

Duke Lutherans is For:

Students

We welcome all students and young adults in the name of God's all-inclusive love.

Community

We are called to life together in community, to care for others, and the world God made.

Partners

We are called to life together with interfaith, ecumenical, nonprofit, and civic partners.

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (ELCA)
Grace Lutheran Church (LCMS)

Alumni

We are blessed to share in God's gift of life together with Duke Lutherans alumni.

Upcoming Events

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No events scheduled for March 30, 2023.

This guy right here! We are so very proud of him 👏 🎉🎓 Today @hananiel.setiawan successfully defended his dissertation in medical physics and can rightfully be called Dr. Setiawan. His advisor and committee were very complimentary of his work and research, emphasizing that he took on a particularly challenging subject and saw it through, which could lead to real and positive change in patients’ lives. Han is such a gifted, intelligent, and compassionate person, loved and admired by many at Duke. The world is a better place with him in it 💙

What an absolute joy and blessing it was to welcome Deacon(ess) Adrainne Gray as our guest preacher and teacher Sunday night! Deacon(ess) Adrainne was consecrated a Lutheran Diaconal Association deaconess and ordained an ELCA deacon in 2017. Thus the Deacon(ess) title.
We learned so much from her about diaconal ministry (in the Greek, diakonia means to serve or minister) and about the many ways that deacons embody Jesus love in the world. We even learned that deacons are also scientists, doctors, engineers, musicians, educators, business owners, nonprofit directors, therapists, and so much more. Seeds were definitely planted Sunday night for Duke students who might someday also become deacons.
Diaconal service is not something people do. It is what happens when someones deep desire to serve Christ comes to life. We believe that servant ministry can happen anywhere and in any setting.
Thank you so much for the gift of your presence and wisdom, Deacon(ess) Adrainne! Please visit us again soon! 💙

Tonight at 5:30! Join us as we gather to worship on this fifth Sunday in Lent.
We’ll also be welcoming Deacon(ess) Adrainne Gray as our guest preacher. Deacon(ess) Adrainne was consecrated a Lutheran Diaconal Association (LDA) deaconess and ordained an ELCA deacon in 2017. She served four years as an ELCA missionary with her husband Ben (a seasoned photojournalist), and their two children; Sylvia and James Everett in the Holy Land. After leaving the Holy Land, Adrainne worked on the communications team for the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) located in Geneva, Switzerland for three years.
All are welcomed, affirmed, and loved 💙
📍York Room, Divinity School (Grey Building, second floor above the library)
#sundayeveningprayer #lifetogether #journeywithjesus

One of the most important things we are called and blessed to do as a campus ministry is participate in ecumenical and interfaith collaboration and dialogue. There are nearly two dozen religious life groups at Duke, all of whom share a common mission to serve students on campus and care for and accompany them in faith and life. One particular way we nurture our relationships with our religious life partners is through an interfaith round table that meets monthly during the academic year. This morning Pastor Amanda gathered with her minister colleagues at the Freeman Center for Jewish Life to talk about what our various traditions teach about the idea of conversion. Although the topics might change, our gatherings are always rooted in mutual-respect, open-mindedness, and gratitude for friendship and community. Relgious Life at Duke is amazing...and we are here for it!
#interfaithdialogue #unity #lifetogether #campusministry

Such a joy to gather with our Grace Lutheran friends tonight for their midweek Lenten soup supper and Holden Evening Prayer. We are so thankful for both of our partner congregations, St Paul’s and Grace, and for the ways they join with us in the ministry of grace and hope we share 💙
#lifetogether #lutherancampusministry #soupsupper #lent #durham

Ok, yall, our beloved Blue Devils (men and women) are no longer in the dance and our hearts are broken 💔, BUT guess what?! The Duke Lutherans have a *decisive* lead in the ACC Ministry Madness challenge! 🤩💃 But its only halftime and we still have two weeks to go before the victor is declared! We cant afford to get complacent, lest our rivals pull out a win. So lets hustle! Help us to stay on the offensive by giving to the Duke Lutherans at the link in our bio. Click on Duke at the top and make your gift...and thank you! 😈
#ACCChamps #MinistryMadness #lutherancampusministry

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We are an inclusive campus ministry community of students and young adults, rooted in God’s boundless love and called to serve our neighbors, work for justice and peace, and share God’s gift of life together on campus, in our local congregations, and throughout Durham.

Duke Lutherans is For:

Students

Community

Partners

Alumni

Upcoming Events

Featured Reflections

January 23, 2022 – Following Jesus on campus

Duke Lutherans: A Vibrant and Inclusive Community

October 10 , 2021 – What Possesses You?

September 19, 2021 – Don’t Be Afraid to Ask

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We are an inclusive campus ministry community of students and young adults, rooted in God’s boundless love and called to serve our neighbors, work for justice and peace, and share God’s gift of life together on campus, in our local congregations, and throughout Durham.

Duke Lutherans is For:

Students

Community

Partners

Alumni

Upcoming Events

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Featured Reflections

January 23, 2022 – Following Jesus on campus

Duke Lutherans: A Vibrant and Inclusive Community

October 10 , 2021 – What Possesses You?

September 19, 2021 – Don’t Be Afraid to Ask

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Helpful Links

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