With deep roots in Duke's history and a bold vision for the future of faith—we are made for this.
Our priorities. Your impact.
Student Engagement
Our faith compels us to inspire and care for the students at Duke University—a calling as vital today as when James B. Duke imagined the "great towering church" that would become Duke Chapel. Through Chapel Scholars, PathWays Fellows, and interfaith initiatives, we offer students pathways to deepen their faith and develop as leaders who will shape the future.
Christian Worship
From our founding, Duke Chapel has been a sacred space where God's all-inclusive love is shared through prayer, music, and proclamation. Each year, hundreds of thousands of people—students, patients' families, faculty, staff, and visitors—find solace and inspiration within our walls and through our growing online ministry. Through our vibrant tradition of Christian worship, we continue to be a spiritual cornerstone for Duke University and beyond.
Sacred Music & the Arts
From carillon bells to jazz rhythms, from ancient psalms to contemporary compositions, Duke Chapel resounds with sacred artistry that bridges centuries and traditions. Through collaborations with scholars, musicians, artisans, and clergy, we create transcendent experiences that speak to an intellectually engaged and diverse community. Our artistic heritage continues to evolve, fostering spiritual and cultural connections that extend from our campus to congregations and concert halls throughout the world.
Community Engagement
As a living witness of faith at the heart of Duke's campus, we embrace a sacred calling to nurture dignity and build bridges across our diverse community. Through enduring partnerships with local organizations and a commitment to meeting immediate needs, we weave together service and spirituality—equipping our community to be ambassadors of grace while addressing the challenges that face our neighbors near and far.
Duke Chapel stands at the intersection of faith & learning, where ancient wisdom meets contemporary questions and where diverse traditions find common ground. Your gift to Duke Chapel strengthens our mission, nurtures spiritual growth across traditions, amplifies the transformative power of sacred music & the arts, and deepens our impact in the community.