Caleb Parker, chair of the Duke Memorial Anti-Racism Taskforce offers a message about the importance of the work of anti-racism.

"I have supported white supremacy with and without knowing it.

I have benefited from white supremacy at the expense of people of color.

I will learn how to break free of it, and I will humble myself to accept the loss of power that comes with it, because I believe in a God of justice.

I believe I am part of the problem, and I believe I must be an active part of the solution."

-Caleb Parker

Join us in online worship this Sunday, January 24th, as we welcome Reynolds Chapman to lead us in worship.

Rev. Reynolds Chapman is Executive Director of DurhamCares, an organization that fosters collaboration, develops leaders, and educates the people of our city to care for their neighbors in holistic ways. Reynolds served as Minister of Adult Discipleship and Witness at Duke Memorial from 2011-2013. He lives in the Bragtown community with his wife, Katelyn, and two children.

An Indigenous Elder's Meditations On Hope And Courage

Pastor Heather | Zoom

During a time of year when day's light is short and depression rates, high, find courage and hope alongside others: Join an 8 week journey of prayer, scripture and reflection on Ladder To The Light, meditations written by Choctaw Elder and Episcopal Priest Steven Charleston. 

"Darkness will not last forever. Together we can climb toward the light."

- Wednesdays 5:00-6:00 PM

- 8 weeks beginning January 27th (Zoom)

Contact Pastor Heather for more information.

Pastoral Intern, Emma Rankin | Zoom

Join Pastoral Intern Emma Rankin for a study of the Holy Spirit. This group will explore different scriptures from both the Old Testament and the New Testament regarding what the Holy Spirit has done and is doing. We will also consider the importance of knowing the Triune God not only as Father and Son but also as the Holy Spirit.

- Mondays 9:00 am

- 6-weeks beginning January 25th (Zoom)

Contact Emma Rankin for more information

The Living into the Scriptures group that meets on Thursdays from 10:30 to 12:00 noon will begin again Thursday, January 14th. We are studying Tattoos on the Heart by Gregory Boyle, a Jesuit priest who works with gang members in Los Angeles. Anne Lamott, author of Grace (Eventually), described the book as “lovely and tough and tender beyond my ability to describe . . . .” We welcome new members; please have interested women call Ann Stallings Smith at 919-384-2981.

This year there are two ways to give:

The highest needs right now are: diapers size 4, 5, 6, 4T-5T pull-ups; Menstrual Pads (not liners or tampons); and 2XL & 3XL pull up adult incontinence products.

2) If you aren't able to get out and purchase the above items, please donate directly to The Diaper Bank of NC by following this link. You can add a note in your donation that it's part of DMUMC's diaper drive if you'd like.

Fulfill your 2021 pledge the easy way with a monthly recurring gift.

Setup is fast at dukememorial.org/give

Prefer to setup by phone? Schedule a call here→

We celebrate the lives of these individuals in our community. Use the Member Directory and send them a note of love and celebration.

1/25 - Hilary Jensen, Bo Rouse

1/28 - Renee Griffin

1/29 - Jack Carroll, Dana Pope, Holly Speight, Mae Langford

1/30 - Howard Pleasant, Chris Allen

DUKE MEMORIAL WEEKDAY SCHOOL ENROLLMENT 2021-2022

Duke Memorial Weekday School serves children ages 2-kindergarten in a loving play-based preschool environment. Registration for 2021-2022 begins on January 1.  Church members have priority over the general public if applications are received by February 4. To get more information or to schedule a virtual tour, contact Julie Allen at julieallen@dmws.org or 919-688-5130.