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Baptism of Christ A
January 13, 2008
With thanks to page sponsor:
Rev. R. Karl Watkins
and First United Methodist Church,
Sheffield, Iowa USA
(Oct 07-08)
Click on Scripture Lessons below for
study links and resources for each individual pericope:
Isaiah 42:1-9
Roman Catholic
reading: Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7
Psalm 29
Roman Catholic reading:
Psalm 29:1-10
Acts 10:34-43
Roman Catholic reading:
Acts 10:34-38
Matthew 3:13-17
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| Images and Movies:
 | Images Linked at The Text This Week's
Art Concordance, with the following themes:
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| Movies Linked at The Text This Week's Movie
Concordance, with the following themes:
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| Resources for
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Day. |
| Special Resources on Baptism:
| "Baptism,"
Wikipedia. |
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"Conversion and Baptism: A cross cultural perspective in the light of the
encounter between Judaism and Hellenism," William Loader, Professor on
New Testament, Murdoch University, Perth, Australia. |
| Baptism
and Baptismal
Vows in The Catholic Encyclopedia (1916). |
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By Water and the Spirit: United Methodist official statement and
articles about baptism, 1996. |
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The
Use of the Means of Grace, an ELCA statement on the practice of word
and scarament. |
| On
Baptism: Against the Donatists, Augustine of Hippo. |
| "Baptism and
Rebaptism," Vernard Eller, The Christian Century
1965. At House Church Central. |
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"Ecclesiological and Ecumenical Implications of Baptism,"
Walter Kasper, The Ecumenical Review, 2000. |
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"Baptism and the Process of Christian Initiation,"
Paul S. Fiddes, The Ecumenical Review, 2002. |
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Commentary, Exegesis & Sermon Preparation (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
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Comments
(commentary) and
Clippings
(technical notes for in-depth study), Proper 1A, Chris Haslam, Anglican
Diocese of Montreal. |
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Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives,
Baptism of the Lord, 2008. Commentary,
historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis
University. |
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Preaching This
Week at WorkingPreacher.org. Commentaries on lectionary readings by
Christine Roy Yoder, Craig R. Koester, and Mark Allan Powell, Luther
Seminary. |
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Girardian
Reflections on the Lectionary, Epiphany 1A, by Paul Nuechterlein &
Friends. |
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Preaching Peace commentary,
Epiphany 1A, Jeff Krantz & Michael
Hardin. |
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Rumors, January 13, 2008, Ralph Milton, "Sermon helps for preachers
with a sense of humor." |
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Preaching Helps (Baptism
of the Lord, 2008). Safiyah Fosua, United Methodist Church
General Board of Discipleship. |
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SAMUEL,
Baptism of Christ, 2008, at
ucc.org: lectionary citations, Sermon Seeds, weekly theme, lectionary texts, commentary
and bulletin back page. |
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disclosing new
worlds, Baptism A, Lawrence Moore. |
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Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary,
Baptism of Christ, 2008, Bruce G. Epperly,
"...bringing process-relational thought to people of faith." |
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Sermon Nuggets,
Epiphany 1A (Baptism), 2008, Lindy Black. Illustrations, humor,
questions, quotations. |
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Jesus Now,
Epiphany 1A. Lectionary, study and worship resources from Faith Futures
Jesus Then & Now. |
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Stories &
Anecdotes, Baptism of our Lord, collected by Jack Lohr, Presbyterian Church
at Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. |
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The Baptism of our Lord, January 13, 2008, Joy L. McDonald Coltvet,
Currents in Theology and Mission. |
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Text
Studies, Epiphany 1, Dan Nelson. (Lutheran) |
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Pericope Study,
Epiphany 1A, Richard Burgess, Greater New Haven
Conference Clergy, ELCA. |
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Liberal Lectionary Analysis,
First Sunday after Epiphany,
Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada. |
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"Taking On
Our Humanness!" The Practice of Jesus,
Bill Fletcher, Aotearoa-New Zealand, 2008. |
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"The
Most Difficult Instrument to Play,"
Anecdotes, Stories & Humor, Steve Goodier,
Christ United Methodist Church, Salt Lake City, UT. |
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Social Justice Lectionary,
Baptism of the Lord A, list of links by Rev. Dr. Bruce
Sweet, United Church of Canada. |
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Starters for Sunday,
13 January 2008. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers &
Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church
of Scotland. |
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Estudio
Exegético-Homilético, Enero de 2008, Instituto Universitario
Isedet. |
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Lists of recommended
articles are available with
ATLAS subscription for these texts:
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| Lectionary Reflections, Discussions & Weblogs:
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"Baptized into Submission,"
Blogging Toward Sunday,
Erin Martin,
Theolog: The Blog of The Christian Century, 2008. |
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Tuesday
Lectionary Leanings, Baptism of Our Lord, RevGalBlogPals lectionary discussion, 2008. |
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"Wading into the Waters: The Baptism of Jesus,"
The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey
with Jesus Foundation, 2008. |
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Progressive Bible Study, Xpatriated Texan / Pastor Dan, Street
Prophets. |
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"Voice," Laurel A. Dykstra, "Voices of Truth,"
Living the Word, Sojourners Online, 2008. |
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"Called In or
Out?" Angela Bauer-Levesque, Mary Foulke, Robert Griffin, Out In Scripture: An Honest Encounter Between Our
Lives and the Bible, Human Rights Campaign, 2008. (LGBT perspective) |
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The
Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo,
Progressive Theology Weblog, 2008. |
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Lectionary Haikus: The Baptism of the Lord, Among the Hills. |
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Preaching Isaiah, Rev. Dr. David N. Mosser, Reflections on the
Lectionary for January, 2008, The Living Pulpit. |
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Daily Reflection,
Baptism of the Lord, Larry Gillick, S.J., Creighton University, 2008. |
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This Sunday's Readings,
Baptism of Christ, John Pridmore, Church Times, 2008. |
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Dylan's Lectionary Blog,
Epiphany 1A, 2005. Biblical Scholar
Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary
of the Episcopal Church. |
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"The Voice
of the Lord,"
The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus
Foundation, 2005. |
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"Servanthood," Timothy Nakayama, Proclaiming Gospel Justice,
The
Witness, 2005. |
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"Remembering Who We Are,"
by Kari Jo Verhulst. Living the Word
lectionary-based scripture commentary from Sojourners Online, 2002. |
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"Rare
Sightings," Barbara Lemmel. Commentary from The Christian
Century, December, 1998. At Religion Online. |
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Epiphany 1: A Tall Tale,
Merechristian.org, an online journal by
the Rev. J. Barry Vaughn, Ph.D. |
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Desperate Preacher's Site: sermons, discussions, liturgical material and other
resources. |
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Sunday by Sunday, Reflections on
Stewardship based on the RCL Gospels, Year A. Prepared by the Reverend
Michael Pollesel, Stewardship Education Coordinator, Diocese of Ontario.
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| Sermons (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked
in listings at top of page)
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"Baptism Made Real," the Rev. Randy Calvo, Day 1, 2008. |
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Selected Sermon,
Baptism of Our Lord (RCL), by the Very Rev. Anthony F.M. Clavier, in Worship
that Works, ECUSA, 2008. |
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"Call, Ministry
and the Gift of Our Imperfect Lives," Peter Bankson, Seeker's Church,
2005. |
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"Down Comes the Tree," Dianne Bergant, CSA, America: The National
Catholic Weekly, 2005. |
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"Baptism? What Do We Teach?"
Pastor Edward F. Markquart, Grace Lutheran Church, Seattle, Washington -
Sermons from Seattle. |
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"The Beginning Holds the Future 1," John R Donahue, SJ, America: The
National Catholic Weekly, 2001. |
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Selected sermon
by the Rev. Dr. Frank Hegedus, in Sermons that Work,
ECUSA, 2005. |
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| Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
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Lectionary Notes,
Baptism of Jesus, Rev. Beth Quick and the Lectionary Chat
Group Bible Study of St. Paul's UMC, Oneida, NY. |
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Banquet of the Word, Bible Study Based on the Sunday Readings, by Rev. Thomas Welbers. |
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"A Star Is Born
(Again),"
Faith Lens, a weekly Bible study/discussion for youth, linking a current news story and
lectionary texts. ELCA, 2008. |
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"Entertaining Angels," study guide, Acts
10:34-43, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at)
"Hospitality," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian
Ethics at Baylor University, 2007. |
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Proclaiming
Faith, Baptism of the Lord, 2008 - exploring the Sunday and Holy Day readings -
reflections and young people's activities. Sadlier Publishing. |
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"Following God's Son,"
John and Robin McCullough-Bade, Daily
Discipleship Bible Study, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, 2008. |
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Lesson Plans
for Small Congregations, Adults, Epiphany, Year A, The Episcopal Church, 2008. |
| Light on the
Lessons, Lutheran Bible Ministries. .doc file leaders guide and
participant guide for group study of the weekly lectionary readings. |
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Bible Study -
Baptism - verse by verse Roman Catholic lectionary
commentary at St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Picayune, MS. |
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| 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. |
| The Text This Week's
Epiphany Resources Page. |
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Complete Liturgies and General Worship Planning Resources:
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Worship Planning Helps
(Baptism of the Lord, 2008): Worship & Preaching Notes, Hymn Suggestions and Worship
Resources from the United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship. |
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Gathering,
Baptism of Jesus, 2008, from the United Church of Canada. Includes homiletical
suggestions, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions,
keyboard, instrumental, choral suggestions etc. |
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LCA Worship Resources,
Epiphany 1A, includes liturgy, hymn
suggestions, notes on the readings, visuals, drama, "Talking with
Children," etc. Lutheran Church of Australia. |
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Mustard Seeds,
"Lighting Up the World," Baptism of Jesus, 2008. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of
contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia. |
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Worship Resources,
Baptism of the Lord, Free Resources, Cokesbury
Worship Connection. |
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Worship
and Liturgy Resources, Ordinary 1, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in
Australia. |
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Liturgies Online, Baptism
of Jesus, by Rev Moira Laidlaw, Uniting Church in
Australia. |
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Liturgy for the Baptism of our Lord, Rev. Thomas L. Weitzel, Evangelical
Lutheran Church in America. |
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"Called
to Righteousness," The Practice of Jesus,
Bill Fletcher, Aotearoa-New Zealand, 2008. |
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Lectionary Liturgies,
Baptism of the Lord, Thom M. Shuman, Greenhills Community
Church, Presbyterian, Cincinnati, OH. |
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Sermons and Liturgies for Year A, Richard J. Fairchild, United Church of Canada:
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Liturgical
Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova
Publications. |
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Prayers, Prefaces, Litanies, etc:
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Laughing Bird
Liturgical Resources, Baptism, by Nathan Nettleton, South Yarra
Community Baptist Church, Melbourne, Australia. Prayers, blessings,
Eucharistic prefaces and scripture paraphrases. |
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Resources:
Based on the Revised Common Lectionary. Prayers, Collects and Litanies
by Bruce Prewer, Uniting Church in Australia. |
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Prayers
of the People, Year A - Baptism. General intercessions for Sundays and
Feasts, by Ormonde Plater, Archdeacon of the [Anglican/Episcopal] Diocese of
Louisiana. |
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Lector's Notes,
Baptism of the Lord, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish,
Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this
week's lectionary texts to the congregation. |
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Outside the Box,
litanies, poems and prayers written for the local church, by
Katherine Hawker. |
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The
Billabong, Baptism of Jesus, by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in
Australia: Hymn suggestions and paraphrases of lectionary Psalms. |
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Introductions to lectionary readings for readers,
Proper 1A. Chris Haslam, Diocese of Montreal. |
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A Prayer
for Christ's Baptism, Stephen Brown, A Place for
Prayer. |
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21st Century Africana
Liturgical Resources, Baptism of the Lord, the Rev. Dr. Safiyah
Fosua, United
Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship. |
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Prayer of the Church,
Baptism of Our Lord, 2008,
Let Us Pray,
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. |
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Offertory Prayers for
January, 2008, David S. Bell, United Methodist Church GBOD. |
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Prayers and Musical Ideas,
Baptism of the Lord, 2008. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings.
Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. |
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"Liturgy: prayer reflection",
reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, Rev. Bosco Peters, New
Zealand. |
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Starters for Sunday,
13 January 2008. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers &
Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church
of Scotland. |
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| Graphics & Multimedia:
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Clip Art,
Baptism of Christ, Fr. Richard Lonsdale, Resources for Catholic Educators. |
| Clip Art Images:
Baptism of Christ, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú. |
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Ordinary 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. |
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Mustard Seeds,
"Lighting Up the World," Baptism of Jesus, 2008. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of
contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia. |
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Baptism/Baptism of Our Lord Powerpoint Slides, Will Humes, Word &
Table. |
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Bulletin Inserts (see also Children's Bulletins,
below):
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SAMUEL,
Baptism of Christ, 2008, at
ucc.org: lectionary citations, weekly theme, lectionary texts, commentary
and bulletin back page. |
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"On Jordan's Bank," Barbara Bernstengle,
eBulletins reflections, American Bible Society Bible Resource Center. |
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Scripture
Introduction for Bulletin Insert, First Sunday after Epiphany,
Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada. |
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Hymns and Music:
| Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
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"Down
by the Jordan," original hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, LOBE DEN
HERREN 14 14.478. |
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"God, With Joy We Look Around Us," original hymn for Martin Luther King
Jr.'s birthday by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette. Tune: REGENT SQUARE "Angels,
from the Realms of Glory" |
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"When Jesus Came from
Galilee," TEXT: Mark Ryman (2004) based on Matthew 3:13-27.
TUNE: "Martyrdom," by Hugh Wilson (1800). New Hymns for the Lectionary. |
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Hymns of
the Spirit Three, Baptism of Christ A, Richard E. Hurst, Universalist National
Memorial Church. |
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| Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
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Lectionary Hymns,
Baptism of Jesus, 2008, United Methodist Church GBOD. |
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Hymn selections (United Methodist)
and more from Hymnsite.com. |
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Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary (with
lyrics and sound files) from the Oremus Hymnal. (Click "Hymn Suggestions for
the Sunday Lectionary.") |
| The
Billabong, by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in
Australia: Hymn suggestions and paraphrases of lectionary Psalms. |
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Traditional Hymns for Blended and Contemporary Worship Volume One:
Advent-Christmas-Epiphany, by Dean McIntyre, United Methodist Church General
Board of Discipleship. |
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Worship
Resource Manual, The Moravian Church, Southern Province. Worksheets for
planning music in worship: hymns, anthems, solos, organ repertoire
suggestions for RCL texts. |
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Liturgical
Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova
Publications. |
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Gathering,
Baptism of Jesus, 2008, from the United Church of Canada. Includes homiletical
suggestions, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions,
keyboard, instrumental, choral suggestions etc. |
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Prayers and Musical Ideas,
Baptism of the Lord, 2008. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings.
Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. |
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Starters for Sunday,
13 January 2008. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers &
Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church
of Scotland. |
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Together
to Celebrate, January 13, 2008, David MacGregor, Uniting Church in Australia.
Contemporary Christian Music resources. |
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| Children's Bulletins (see also listings at individual
scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
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The Bible and Epiphany: The Wise Men and the Baptism of Jesus,
crossword puzzle, Bruce Gillette. |
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Lectionary
Puzzles, Baptism of our Lord. Word search puzzles in RTF or plain
text, by Reg McMillan, St.Stephen's Presbyterian Church, Peterborough,
Ontario. |
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Gospel Puzzles for
the Lectionary, Matthew 3:13-17, Mark Ryman, edoxy.com. |
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| With Children (see also listings "With Children"
at individual scripture pages, linked above):
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Gathering,
Baptism of Jesus, 2008, from the United Church of Canada. Includes homiletical
suggestions, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions,
keyboard, instrumental, choral suggestions etc. |
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Lesson Plans
for Small Congregations, Younger Children & Older Children,
Epiphany, Year A, The Episcopal Church, 2008. |
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Proclaiming
Faith, Baptism of the Lord, 2008 - exploring the Sunday and Holy Day readings -
reflections and young people's activities. Sadlier Publishing. |
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"Together with God,"
"With You I
Am Well Pleased," Children's Time, in Sermons and Liturgies. Richard J.
Fairchild. (Scroll down in liturgies to find Children's Time.) |
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Ideas and
Talks for Epiphany, Talks to Children, Rev. Donald
McCorkindale, Dalgety Parish Church, Fife, Scotland. |
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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. |
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