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Advent 1A
November 27, 2016
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Click on Scripture Lessons below for study links
and resources for each individual pericope:

Isaiah 2:1-5

Psalm 122

Romans 13:11-14

Matthew 24:36-44
Roman Catholic reading: Matthew 24:37-44

Reading and Studying the Text This Week

• Texts:
  • Illustrated lectionary readings at Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
  • Roman Catholic Lectionary Readings (NCCB/USCC) from the New American Bible.
  • Episcopal Lectionary: Traditional BCP - RCL.
  • The Roman Catholic Lectionary for Mass (1998 USA Edition). At Felix Just S.J.'s The Roman Catholic Lectionary For Mass - a site featuring comprehensive tables of editions of the Roman Catholic Lectionary.
  • Lutheran lectionary readings, Year A, from the ELCA site.
  • United Methodist lectionary readings.
  • Free Church version for Baptist, Reformed, and Congregational use Revised Common Lectionary Readings.
  • ELCIC Worship Planning Calendar, lectionary citations with and without hymn suggestions, text and pdf formats.
  • Lutheran RCL CEV readings - .doc files. Lutheran Bible Ministries.
• Images and Movies:
  • Images Linked at The Text This Week's Art Concordance, with the following themes:
    • Advent/Waiting
    • Links to general Advent images:
      • visitation
      • Mystical/Liturgical/Enthroned Madonna
      • last judgment
      • annunciation
  • Movies Linked at The Text This Week's Movie Concordance, with the following themes:
    • Apocalyptic
    • Advent
    • Seeing/Not Seeing
    • Righteousness
    • Courage
    • Peace
• Special Day Resources: Advent
• Special Day Resources: World AIDS Day
• Commentary, Exegesis & Sermon Preparation (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
  • Facebook Page: The Text This Week, lectionary discussion & suggested articles on Facebook.
  • Annotated list of "starting place" articles at ATLAS for this week's texts (includes direct links).
  • Preaching This Week at WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2013. 2010.
  • The Center for Excellence in Preaching, resources from Calvin Theological Seminary: Comments & Observations, Textual Points, Illustration Ideas, 2016.
  • Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives,. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. The Sunday Web Site of Saint Louis University. (Español)
  • "Like a Flood; Or a Thief; Or Both," D. Mark Davis, Left Behind and Loving It, 2013.
  • The Adventurous Lectionary, Bruce Epperly, Living a Holy Adventure, 2016.
  • Pulpit Fiction, plus podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2016.
  • "Learning Peace/God's Path of Peace," Kathryn M. Matthews, Sermon Seeds, UCC, 2016.
  • Preaching Helps, Rev. Dawn Chesser, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship.
  • Advent 1A Bruce Epperly, The Adventurous Lectionary, 2016.
  • "Yeah, But is it True?" Stan Duncan, If You Lived Here You'd Be Home by Now, 2013.
  • Ministry Matters, 2016.
  • Pulpit Fiction, plus podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2013.
  • Evangelectionary, December 1, 2013, Heather Lear, Evangelism Connections, 2013.
  • Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Advent 1A, Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
  • Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Advent 1, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
  • Starters for Sunday. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2016.
  • Social Justice Lectionary, Bruce Sweet, 2016.
  • Lectionary at Lunch: homiletical helps from Concordia Journal and audio files of lectures by professors at Concordia Seminary, St Louis, MO (LCMS), 2016.
• Recommended articles from ATLAS, an online collection of religion and theology journals, are linked below. ATLAS Access options are available for academic institutions, alumni of selected theological schools, and clergy/church offices. Annotated list of "starting place" articles at ATLAS for this week's texts (includes direct links).
  • Isaiah 2:1-5
  • Psalm 122
  • Romans 13:11-14
  • Matthew 24:36-44
• Lectionary Weblogs, Discussions & Reflections:
  • Textweek Blog and Facebook Page: The Text This Week, lectionary discussion & suggested articles on Facebook.
  • Sermon Brainwave, Lectionary podcast featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Karoline Lewis, and Matt Skinner, discussing the week's passages in light of current events. At Luther Seminary's WorkingPreacher.org. 2016.
  • Walking in Hope! Commentary and Discussion, RevGalBlogPals, 2016.
  • "Prophetic Resistance," Eric Barreto, ON Scripture, 2016.
  • "Ready or Not: Here Comes Jesus," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2016.
  • "Living by the Word," Calvin Chinn, The Christian Century, 2016.
  • "Surprised by the Son of Man," Leah, Lyman Waldron, Modern Metanoia, 2016.
  • "God Is With Us -- Again," John C Holbert, The Peripatetic Preacher, 2016.
  • "Provoking the Gospel," Richard Swanson, 2018.
  • "Watchful," Melissa Bane Sevier, Contemplative Viewfinder, 2016.
  • The Reflectionary, Fay Rowland, reflections and activities, 2016.
  • Pericope Study for Advent 1A, 2016, Richard Burgess.
  • peaceonjustice, Barbara Born, 2016.
  • "Hopes for Peace," Bob Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2016.
  • "Draughting Theology," Steve Pankey, 2016. Daily reflections and study for Sunday.
  • Homily Week, 2016.
  • "Awaken Me," Suzanne Guthrie, "At The Edge of the Enclosure," 2016.
  • The Politics of Advent, Fritz Wendt, Political Theology Today, 2016.
  • "Telling Time," Janet H. Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2016.
  • Lectionary Ruminations, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2016.
  • "Just Start Walking," Journey to Penuel, 2016.
  • "Ready or Not, Here I Come," Glenn Monson, Law & Gospel Everywhere, 2016.
  • "Of Swords and Plowshares," Lynn Miller, Art & Faith Matters, celebrating our creative and living God by generating art and architecture resources for congregations and individuals. Art and Faith Matters facebook page contains additional resources.
  • Sacredise Worship Resources, 2016.
  • Exegesis, Advent A1, Timothy P. Schehr, Mount St Mary's Seminary, 2016.
  • Lectionary Poetry, Scott Barton, 2016.
  • Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, 2016.
  • Richard Bryant, Food for Thought, 2016.
  • Pray As You Can, Reflections, commentary, prayer, poems, etc., Kym Harris, Diocese of Rockhampton, 2016.
  • Lectio Divina Podcast, Todd Spencer, 2016.
  • HuffPost Religion, religion news and contemporary news in religious perspective. Always worth a read...
  • Unfolding Light, Daily Reflections leading toward Sunday readings, Steve Garnaas-Holmes, 2016.
  • Break Open the Word, Michael T. Hiller, 2016.
  • One Little Word, David J. Risendal, 2016.
  • Hitchhiker's Guide to the Bible, Andy Doyle, Episcopal Diocese of Texas, 2016.
  • The River of Life, Loddon Mallee UCA Presbytery Blog, 2016.
  • Sunday's Child, Daily Lectionary and Reflections on Scripture and World, Una Malachica, 2016.
  • Weekly Reflections on the Christian Faith (lectionary texts), conversations between Mark Smith and David Owen, England Public School Chaplains. 2016
  • Kairos CoMotion Lectionary Dialogue, Wesley White, 2016.
  • Living the Lectionary, Daily RCL reflections, Pr. Phil Heinze, Fort Worth, TX, 2016.
  • The Preacher's Exchange - First Impressions and Homilias Domincales / Homilias Breves. Jude Siciliano, O.P., 2016.
  • SacraConversazione, discussion of the texts in terms of traditions of interpreters, from a postmodern perspective, 2016.
  • COSLC Grace Notes, Pastor Dan Bollerud, Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Anchorage, AK. Meditations & poetry, 2016.
  • Lectionary Scripture Notes, Dr. Norman Beck, 2016.
  • "The King of Second Chances," David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2013.
  • "The Death of Thanksgiving," Henry G. Brinton, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2013.
  • "YHWH Is Our Righteousness," John C. Holbert, Opening the Old Testament, 2013.
  • "What Kind of King Is This?" Alyce M. McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, 2013.
  • "'They Say There's Another King, One Called Jesus,'" Daniel B. Clendenin, The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2013. 2007.
  • "Remembered," Janet H. Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2013.
  • Draughting Theology, Steve Pankey, 2013.
  • "Today You Will Be With Me in Paradise," Theological Stew, Linda Fabian Pepe, 2013.
  • "At the Feet of the King," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013.
  • "What Kind of King?" David Sellery, 2013.
  • Care for Creation Commentary, Leah Schade, Lutherans Restoring Creation, 2013.
  • "Attentiveness to God's Reign," Daniel Benedict, Upper Room Books, 2013.
  • "Temporal and Eternal," Suzanne Guthrie, At The Edge of the Enclosure, 2013.
  • "What Kind of King?" Christopher Burkett, PreacherRhetorica, 2013.
  • "Of Taunts and Thieves," Thomas Beam, 2013.
  • "Giving Thanks," sermon discussion from Frederick Buechner, Frederick Buechner Blog.
  • "Declare that the Dawn Is Coming," Robb McCoy, The Fat Pastor, 2013.
  • "A Hero for Our Time," Steve Goodier, Life Support System, 2013.
  • Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2013.
  • Christ the King, Alyce McKenzie, Patheos, 2010.
  • "Christ the King, Christ the Head," Paul Bellan-Boyer, City Called Heaven, 2010.
  • The Saturday Night Theologian, Reign of Christ, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2007.
  • Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Last Sunday after Pentecost, Year C, 2004. (Episcopal Lectionary) Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church.
  • Desperate Preacher's Site: sermons, discussions, liturgical material and other resources.
  • "A Sure and Certain Promise," David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2013. 2010.
  • "Real Peace," John C. Holbert, Opening the Old Testament, 2013. 2010
  • "Make Your Own Snow Globe," Alyce M McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, 2013. 2010
  • Sacredise Worship Resources, 2013.
  • "Advent and the Unexpected Vigil," Jan Richardson, The Painted Prayerbook, 2013. (Use of images.)
  • "Expecting the Unexpected," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013. 2010.
  • "The Spirituality of Advent," Melissa Bane Sevier, Contemplative Viewfinder, 2013.
  • "Pathway to Peace," Peter Lockhart, a different heresy, 2013.
  • "End Times," Debra Dean Murphy, Ekklesia Project, 2013.
  • "A Tale of Two Realities," guest essay by Art Ammann. The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2013. 2010, Daniel B. Clendenin. 2007 guest essay by Joan Roughgarden.
  • "Practising Advent," Katie Munnik, Presbyterian Record, 2013.
  • "Is It Time Yet?" Bob Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2013.
  • "Hope Is a Blue Note," Michael Coffey, 2013.
  • Advent 1, Lynn Kauppi, Graceful Lectionary, cultural and historical backgrounds ,2013.
  • "Suddenly, We Shall See!" Thomas Beam, 2013.
  • Advent 1A, David Sellery, 2013.
  • Preacher's Study, Frank Logue, The Associated Parishes for Liturgy and Mission, 2013.
  • Care for Creation Commentary, Bob Saler, Lutherans Restoring Creation, 2013.
  • Lectionary Ruminations 2.0, Advent 1, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2013.
  • The Worship Closet, Amy Loving, 2013.
  • Draughting Theology, Steve Pankey, 2013.
  • "A Vision for Peace," Joe Pennel, Upper Room Books, 2013.
  • "Towards the Mountain," Christopher Burkett, Preacher Rhetorica, 2013.
  • "Like a Thief," Rick Morley, 2013.
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2013. .rtf file at this link. (Terms of Use)
  • "Last Days," Janet H. Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2013.
  • Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2013.
  • Lectionary Notes, Beth Quick, 2013.
  • "Can You Wait?" Steve Goodier, Life Support System, 2013.
• Sermons (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
  • "Good News or Bad News?" by Will Willimon. A Sermon for Every Sunday. Video sermons from America's best preachers for every Sunday of the liturgical year.
  • "Later Days," the Rev. Dr. Ted A. Smith, Day 1, 2013.
  • Mañana, Sil Galvan, 2016.
  • The Lectionary Lab, Advent 1A, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2013. Lectionary Lab Live podcast.
  • "Remembering God's time during our time," the Rev. Mary Frances Schjonberg, Sermons that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2013.
  • 1 Adviento (A) – 2013, el Rvdo. Gonzalo Antonio Rendon-Ospina, Sermones que Iluminan.
  • Ministry Matters, December 1, 2013.
  • Göttinger Predigten im Internet: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors, 2013.
  • "Why Advent Is the Hardest of Times for Faithful Christians," Catherine A. Caimano, Duke Divinity School's Faith & Leadership, 2010.
  • "Closer Than You Think," the Rev. Dr. Stephen Montgomery, Day 1, 2010.
  • "Waiting," Dr. P.C. Enniss, Day 1, 2007.
  • "The Waiting Place," the Rev. Dr. William L. Self, Day 1, 2004.
• Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
  • "Prophetic Resistance," Eric Barreto, ON Scripture, 2016.
  • "Instruments of Peace," Faith Element, 2016. Podcast.
  • "Daring to Hope," Faith Element, 2013.
  • The Lectionary Lab, Advent 1A, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2013. Lectionary Lab Live podcast.
  • "God's Path of Peace," Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2013.
  • Bible Study, Advent 1, 2013, Brian Pinter, General Theological Seminary, Sermons that Work, Episcopal Digital Network.
  • "Be Ready for Messages," Advent 1A, Lesson Plans that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2013.
  • Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2013.
  • "Snapshots from Home," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Monasticism Old and New," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2010. (Romans 13:8-14)
  • "The Church Building as Sacramental Sign," Psalm 122, study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Cities and Towns," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2006.
  • Light on the Lessons, Lutheran Bible Ministries. .doc file leaders guide and participant guide for group study of the weekly lectionary readings.
• A list of links to on-line Bibles and general Bible study resources.
• A list of links to scholarly and preaching discussion groups and their homepages.
• A list of links to other lectionary-based preaching and worship resources.

OnLine Worship and Liturgy Resources

• The Text This Week's Advent Resources Page.
• Advent Candle Liturgies
• Hanging of the Greens Liturgies
• Complete Liturgies and General Worship Planning Resources:
  • Worship Planning Helps (Advent 1A): Worship & Preaching Notes, Hymn Suggestions and Worship Resources from the United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship.
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2016. .rtf file at this link. (Terms of Use)
  • "Ready or Not: Here Comes Jesus," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2016.
  • Ruach Words, fresh language for worship, 2016.
  • Life in Liturgy, Disciples of Christ, 2016.
  • Worship Resources, Rev. Mindi, Rev-o-lution, 2013.
  • Words for Worship (Advent Candlelighting), Amy Loving, 2016.
  • Ministry Matters, 2016.
  • The Worship Closet, Amy Loving, 2013.
  • LCA Worship Planning Page, Advent 1A. "Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship."
  • Sacredise Worship Resources, 2016.
  • Mustard Seeds, "Why Are We Waiting/Walking in the Light," Advent 1A, 2016. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • "Expecting the Unexpected," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013. 2010.
  • Liturgy for the Celebration of Life, Advent 1A, 2010. Liturgies from a Progressive/Post-Liberal Theology, Revd Rex A.E. Hunt, Uniting Church in Australia.
  • Worship and Liturgy Resources, Advent 1, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
  • Lectionary Liturgies, Advent 1A, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), 2013.
  • Liturgy for Advent, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand. Adapting Advent to the Southern Hemisphere.
  • Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
• Prayers, Prefaces, Litanies, etc:
  • Laughing Bird Liturgical Resources, Advent 1, by Nathan Nettleton, South Yarra Community Baptist Church, Melbourne, Australia. Prayers, blessings, Eucharistic prefaces and scripture paraphrases.
  • Resources: Based on the Revised Common Lectionary. Prayers, Collects and Litanies by Bruce Prewer, Uniting Church in Australia.
  • Lector's Notes, Advent 1, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
  • The Billabong, Advent 1, by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in Australia: Hymn suggestions and paraphrases of lectionary Psalms.
  • Introductions to lectionary readings for readers, Advent 1A. Chris Haslam, Diocese of Montreal.
  • Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
  • "Liturgy: prayer reflection", reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand.
  • 21st Century Worship Resources, Advent 1A, UMCDiscipleship.org.
  • Offertory Prayers, Advent 1A, UMCDiscipleship.org.
  • "Sunday Prayer, Advent 1A, Sixteen Days of Prayer to End Domestic Violence," RevGalBlogPals, 2010.
  • Confession RCL, Bill Wessner, 2013.
  • Call to Worship, Mary Jane Konings, 2013.
  • Starters for Sunday. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2016.
  • Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2013.
  • The Timeless Psalms, Psalm 122, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2013.
  • Prayers and Musical Ideas, Advent 1A, 2016. The Sunday Web Site of Saint Louis University. (Español)
  • Service Prayers, Worship Ways, UCC.
  • Prayers for Advent 1A, Rick Morley, 2013.
  • The Timeless Psalms, Psalm 122, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2016.
  • "Awaken Me," Suzanne Guthrie, "At The Edge of the Enclosure," 2013.
  • Evangelectionary, December 1, 2013, Heather Lear, Evangelism Connections, 2013.
  • World in Prayer, the Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist, Lodi, California. Prayers. Prayers and litanies based on each week's world news.
  • Poems for Advent at Journey with Jesus, 2016.
  • Liturgy Link, 2016.
  • Reclaim Weekly Worship Prayers.
  • Liturgical Resources, (Ir)revBrent, 2016
  • Engage Worship, 2016.
  • Advent Credo, Allan Boesak, Journey with Jesus.
  • Prayers of the People, and Blessing, Lowell Grisham, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Fayetteville, Arkansas, 2016.
• Graphics and Multimedia:
  • Art in the Christian Tradition, Jean and Alexander Heard, Vanderbilt Divinity Library. Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial ShareAlike 3.0 License.
  • HermanoLeón Clipart, Advent 1a. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
  • Clip Art, Advent 1, Fr. Richard Lonsdale, Resources for Catholic Educators.
  • Clip Art Images: Matthew 24:36-44, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
  • Advent 1 at Cerezo Barredo's weekly gospel illustration. Follows Latin American Roman Catholic gospel reading, though most gospels texts/themes are found in the index. Liberation emphasis.
  • Bulletin Covers, www.scholia.net. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Emmett, Idaho. Scroll down for Year A index.
  • Mustard Seeds, "Why Are We Waiting/Walking in the Light," Advent 1A, 2016. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • Jacob's Well Advent Films and mp3 sermons.
  • "Birthday Candles," video, John Stevens, Dollar Store Children's Sermons, 2013.
  • "Can This World Be Saved?" Bryan Bibb, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2013. Video: "Beating Swords into Plowhares to End Gun Violence".
  • Isaiah 2, YouTube video, David Coleman.
  • "Daring to Hope," Faith Element, 2013.
  • Church Galleries sample - free powerpoint download for this week's lectionary scripture(s).
  • "Prophetic Resistance," Eric Barreto, ON Scripture, 2016.
• Hymns & Music:
  • Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
    • "No One Knows the Day or Hour," Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, Tune: IRBY 8.7.8.7.7.7 ("Once in Royal David's City")
    • "There Is a Mighty Question," Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, Tune: ANGEL'S STORY 7.6.7.6 D ("O Jesus, I Have Promised").
    • 'God, You Alone Know What You've Planned," Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, Tune: CAROL 8.6.8.6 D ("It Came Upon the Midnight Clear").
    • "Here's a Promise We Can Count On!," Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, Tune: W ZLOBIE LEZY (4.4.7.4.4.7.4.4.4.4.7) ("Infant Holy, Infant Lowly"), The Presbyterian Outlook magazine.
    • "Will You Heed the Signs of Advent?" TEXT: Mark Ryman (2004) based on Matthew 24:36-44. TUNE: "Rathbun," by Ithamar Conkey (1849). New Hymns for the Lectionary.
    • "The Lord's Messiah Comes,", a hymn for Advent by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
    • Hymns of the Spirit Three, Advent 1A, Richard E. Hurst, Universalist National Memorial Church.
  • Psalm Settings:
    • "Peace Be with You," lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry. See Terms of Use.
    • Psalm 122 set to Bradbury (87 87 D) by Dale A. Schoening, Metrical Psalms.
  • Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
    • Hymn and Song Suggestions, Advent 1A, 2016, annotated suggestions from Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
    • You Call That Church Music? alternative music planning blog for church musicians following the RCL (with videos), Ann Strickland, 2013.
    • Lectionary Hymns, Advent 1A, UMCDiscipleship.org.
    • Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary (with lyrics and sound files) from the Oremus Hymnal. (Click "Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary.")
    • Hymn selections (United Methodist) and more from Hymnsite.com.
    • The Billabong, by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in Australia: Hymn suggestions and paraphrases of lectionary Psalms.
    • Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
    • Sing for Joy, Advent 1A, 2007. Choral reflections on this week's lectionary readings, St. Olaf College.
    • Starters for Sunday. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2016.
    • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2013. .rtf file at this link. (Terms of Use)
    • Prayers and Musical Ideas, Advent 1A. The Sunday Web Site of Saint Louis University. (Español)
    • Together to Celebrate, David MacGregor, Uniting Church in Australia. Contemporary Christian Music resources.
      
• With Children (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
  • "Storypath Lectionary Links: Connecting Children's Literature with our Faith Story," December 1, 2013, Union Presbyterian Seminary. Connections: Isaiah 2:1-5 and Somewhere Today: A Book of Peace by Shelley Moore Thomas, Romans 13:11-14 and Hey! Wake Up! by Sandra Boynton, Matthew 24:36-44 and Bear Stays Up for Christmas by Karma Wilson. 2010.
  • Worshiping with Children, Advent 1A, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2013. 2010.
  • "Ready or Not: Here Comes Jesus," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2016.
  • Advent and Christmas, 2016, Fran Woodruff, On the Chancel Steps, 2016.
  • The Reflectionary Puzzle Pages, Fay Rowland, reflections and activities, 2016.
  • Ministry Matters, 2016..
  • "Gathering Advent 2013," Fran Woodruff, On The Chancel Steps, 2013.
  • Children's Sermon, Faith Formation Journeys, 2013.
  • "Expecting the Unexpected," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013. 2010.
  • "Birthday Candles," video, John Stevens, Dollar Store Children's Sermons, 2013.
  • "Be Ready for Messages," Advent 1A, Lesson Plans that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2013.
  • Hope as a Promise, Anna Shirey, Anna's Hosannas, Children's Lesson for Advent 1A, 2010.
  • Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2013.
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2013. .rtf file at this link. (Terms of Use)
• Children's Bulletins (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
  • Weekly Household Devotions, Faith Formation Journeys, 2016.
  • Lectionary Puzzles, Advent 1. Word search puzzles in RTF or plain text, by Reg McMillan, St.Stephen's Presbyterian Church, Peterborough, Ontario.
  • CatholicMom.com: Coloring Page, Mass Worksheet, Crossword Puzzle, and Word Search based on weekly gospel text.
  • Coloring Pages/Puzzles. Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com. (Scroll to bottom of page.)
• Drama (see listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
• A list of links to other lectionary-based preaching and worship resources.

• INDEX BY SCRIPTURE
• PODCASTS
• NARRATIVE LECTIONARY RESOURCES
• DAILY LECTIONARY RESOURCES
• FESTIVALS/SPECIAL DAYS (includes Creation)
• FOR USE IN TIMES OF VIOLENCE
• PEACE RESOURCES
• FOR USE IN TIMES OF NATURAL DISASTER

• Year C
• Maundy Thurs Apr 14
• Good Friday Apr 15
• Easter Day Apr 17
• Easter 2 Apr 24
• Easter 3 May 1
• Easter 4 May 8
• Easter 5 May 15
• Easter 6 May 22
• Ascension May 26
• Easter 7 May 29
• Pentecost June 5
  

• Calendars
• YEAR A
• YEAR B
• YEAR C

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