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Chapel Program

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Semester 1, 2018

Semester 1 Services

March 11: Science and ReligionLed by: Dr Chris Mulherin “How can a scientist believe in God?” Psalm 19

Anthem: João V, King of Portugal (1604-1656), Crux fidelisPsalm: 107:1-3, 17-22Hymn 1: 342 vv 1, 2, 4 (When I survey the wondrous cross)Hymn 2: 344 vv 1, 2, 4 (Glory be to Jesus)

Chris’ background is in engineering, philosophy and theology. He also holds a doctorate in philosophical hermeneutics. His doctorate focussed on ‘fiduciary hermeneutic fallibilism’ relating scientific and theological ways of knowing.

March 25: Easter This service will also be a Communion Service.Led by: Dr Sean Winter “A Holy Week?” Zechariah 9:9-10; Mark 11:1-11

Anthem: Kenneth Leighton (1929-1988), Solus ad victimamAnthem: Henry Purcell (1659-1695), Hear my prayerHymn 1: 341 vv 1, 2, 4, 7 (My song is love unknown)Hymn 2: 334 vv 1, 2, 7, 8 (At the cross her vigil keeping)Communion Service: Sir Arthur Somervell (1863-1937), Communion setting in F major

Sean is a biblical scholar and theologian and currently works as the Academic Dean at Pilgrim Theological College. Sean’s research focusses on a number of different issues relating to the interpretation of the New Testament.

Easter Recess

April 22: ANZACLed by: Dr Stewart Gill OAM “Sacred Places: Temples of Celebration or Commemoration.” John 15:12-16

Anthem: Heinrich Schütz (1585-1672), Ich weiß daß mein Erlöser lebtPsalm: 23Hymn 1: 382 vv 1, 2, 3 (Now the green blade rises)Hymn 2: 372 vv 1, 2, 5 (Jesus lives!)

Dr Stewart Gill OAM, Master of Queen’s College, is a Church Historian who has taught in Presbyterian and Anglican Colleges. He was formerly Secretary and Chair of the Council for Chaplains in Tertiary Institutions in Victoria.

May 6: Political TheologyLed by: Dr Geoff Thompson “What Cory Bernardi and Tony Abbott get so wrong about the Judeo-Christian tradition.”

Anthem: Samuel Sebastian Wesley (1810-1876), Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus ChristPsalm: 98Hymn 1: 210 (tune 425) vv 1, 2, 6 (O for a thousand tongues)Hymn 2: 201 (King of glory, king of peace)

Geoff is Co-ordinator of Studies in Systematic Theology at the Uniting Church’s Pilgrim Theological College. Geoff’s research interests are in mainstream Christian theology, with a particular focus on the public and ecclesial roles of Christian beliefs.

May 13: Queen’s College Choir with Trinity College Choir Held at the Trinity College Chapel

Orlando de Lassus (1532-1594), Magnificat Sexti Toni à 8Gustav Holst (1874-1934), Nunc dimittisCharles Villiers Stanford (1852-1924) Beati quorum viaPsalm and hymns to be advised

May 27: ReconciliationLed by: Brooke Prentis

Anthem: Francisco Guerrero (1528-1599), Duo seraphimPsalm: 8:12-17Hymn 1: 228 vv 1, 4, 6 (Crown him with many crowns)Hymn 2: 517 vv 1, 2, 4 (Hallelujah! sing to Jesus)

Brooke Prentis is a descendant of the Waka Waka people in Queensland. She is an Aboriginal Christian Leader and Senior Finance Professional. Brooke holds a number of volunteer positions and one of her key roles is as the Coordinator of the Grasstree Gathering, a national and multi-denominational conference for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Christian Leaders.

Mid-Semester Break until 23 July

History of the Chapel

The Queen’s College Chapel was dedicated in 1923 as a memorial to the residents of the College who gave their lives in the Great War of 1914–18. Their names are inscribed in a memorial on the narthex wall. A number of the stained glass windows also commemorate their service along with those who served in the Second World War. 

Queen’s College Chapel Services

Queen’s College Chapel welcomes members of the College community, including residents, staff, Wyverns, Fellows, Council members, Academic Associates, and members of the broader University public. The Chapel has a long history of ecumenical commitment and welcomes Christians from other traditions, members of other faiths and all members of the Queen’s community irrespective of their religious affiliation or belief.

Chapel services draw on the Methodist heritage of the College as well as more contemporary Uniting Church traditions. Services normally include hymns, prayers and a short address. More information about the Choir can be found at: http://www.queens.unimelb.edu.au/undergraduates/activities/choir/ or by contacting the Choir Director.

Please contact the Dean of Students, Jake Workman, if you would like to assist by reading the Scriptures or Prayers. Anyone in need of pastoral support, or who wishes to discover more about the Christian faith, should contact the Dean.

Choir Membership 2018

SOPRANOApril Foster

Stephanie MarkerinkRosie Walsh

Milly Day-CollettJemima Barker

ALTOPiri Jakab

Julian SoderbaumStewart WebbBella Suckling

TENORRobin Czuchnowski

Anish NairMatthew Castle

Kyle Hui

BASSAndrew AlessiBen Anderson

William HumphreysNicholas Collins

Nicholas Clarnette

Queen’s CollegeThe University of Melbourne

Chapel Contact Details:

Dean of StudentsJake WorkmanPh: 0415 551 109Email: dean-students@queens.unimelb.edu.au

Choir DirectorJohn WeretkaPh: 0400 909 874Email: john.weretka@gmail.com

All members of the Queen’s College community are encouraged to attend and participate in the life of the Chapel.

All services begin at 6.30pm

The Chapel is open to all residents at most times for private prayer and silent reflection.