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Easter 2A
April 2, 2017
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Click on Scripture Lessons below for study links and resources for each individual pericope

Acts 2:14a, 22-32
Roman Catholic reading: Acts 2:42-47

Psalm 16
Roman Catholic reading: Psalm 118

1 Peter 1:3-9

John 20:19-31

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 (Divine Mercy).
  • 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 calendar, 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:
    • Resurrection
    • Thomas
    • Pentecost/Holy Spirit
  • Movies/scenes listed at The Text This Week's Movie Concordance, with the following themes:
    • Resurrection
    • Faith
    • Rebirth/New Life
    • Seeing/Not Seeing
    • Conversion
    • Community
    • Interconnectedness
• 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, 2014. 2011. 2008.
  • Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives, Easter 2, 2014. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
  • "It's True," Kathryn Matthews, Sermon Seeds, 2017.
  • The Center for Excellence in Preaching, resources from Calvin Theological Seminary: Comments & Observations, Textual Points, Illustration Ideas, 2017
  • .The Adventurous Lectionary Bruce Epperly, Living a Holy Adventure, 2017.
  • Ministry Matters, April 27, 2014.
  • Pulpit Fiction, plus podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2014. 2013.
  • The Lectionary Lab, Easter 2, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2014. Lectionary Lab Live podcast. 2011.
  • Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
  • Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Easter 2, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
  • Preaching Helps (Easter 2A). Rev. Dawn Chesser, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2014.
  • Rumors, Easter 2, 2008, Ralph Milton, "Sermon helps for preachers with a sense of humor."
  • Readings, Analysis of Text and Preaching Paths, Easter 2, Christian Resource Institute. (Church of the Nazarene.)
  • Starters for Sunday. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2017.
  • Social Justice Lectionary, Bruce Sweet, 2014.
  • Lectionary at Lunch: homiletical helps from Concordia Journal and audio files of lectures by professors at Concordia Seminary, St Louis, MO (LCMS), 2014.
• 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).
  • Acts 2:14, 22-32
  • Psalm 16
  • 1 Peter 1:3-9
  • John 20:19-31
• Lectionary Reflections, Discussions & Weblogs:
  • 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. 2017.
  • Living by the Word, Ayanna Johnson Watkins, The Christian Century, 2017
  • peaceonjustice, Easter 2, Barbara Born, 2017
  • "An Imperishable, Undefiled, Unfading Inheritance," Janet Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2017.
  • Lectionary Scripture Notes, Dr. Norman Beck, 2017.
  • Sacredise, 2017.
  • Lectionary Poetry, Scott Barton, 2017.
  • "My Lord and My God!", sermon notes, Porter Taylor, The Liturgical Theologian, 2015.
  • "Reorienting Ourselves to the Earth," Raj Nadella, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2014. Video: "Faith in Action: Power and Light."
  • "The Power of a Good Question," David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2014.
  • "Locked in and Locked Out," Alyce M. McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, 2014. 2011.
  • The Moonshine Jesus Show, lectionary-cast by David Henson and Mark Sandlin, 2014.
  • "A Famous and Dangerous Sermon," John C. Holbert, 2014. 2011
  • "Life in His Name," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2014. 2011.
  • "Hiding in Locked Rooms," Peter Lockhart, A Different Heresy, 2014.
  • "Thomas the Twin," Andrew King, A Poetic Kind of Place, 2014.
  • "Jesus Keeps Showing Up," Bob Stuhlmann, Stories from a Priestly Life, 2014.
  • Draughting Theology, Steve Pankey, 2014.
  • Question the Text, Russell Rathbun, etc., 2014.
  • "Evidence Enough?" Bob Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2014. 2011.
  • "Walk of Shame, Interrupted," Robb McCoy, The Fat Pastor, 2014.
  • "Recognition and Trust," Christopher Burkett, Preacher Rhetorica, 2014.
  • "Beyond Belief," David Sellery, 2014.
  • "Some Were Doubtful: Thomas and the Touch of Blood," Dan Clendenin, Journey with Jesus, 2014. 2011. 2008. 2005..
  • Lectionary Ruminations, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2014.
  • "Thomas," Richard Bryant, Food for Thought, 2014.
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2014. .rtf file at this link. (Terms of Use)
  • "The Awe of Understanding," Suzanne Guthrie, At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2014.
  • "Real Life Easter," Anne Howard, The Beatitudes Society, 2014.
  • Care for Creation Commentary, Leah Schade, Lutherans Restoring Creation, 2014.
  • Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2017
  • "We Need Each Other,," Steve Goodier, Life Support System, 2014.
  • "Is It Really You?" Peter Woods, I am Listening, 2011.
  • Lectionary Blogging, Easter 2, John Petty, Progressive Involvement, 2011.
  • Liberal Lectionary Resources, Easter 2A, Chris Ayers, 2011.
  • "Seeing and Believing," John van de Laar, Sacredise, 2011.
  • "Our Wounds May Heal Others," The Naked Alien, 2011.
  • "Faithful Doubt," David Lose, WorkingPreacher, 2011.
  • The Biggest Pair of Spectacles Going, Neil Chappell, aweirdthing, 2011.
  • The Painted Prayerbook, The Illuminated Wound, Jan Richardson, 2011. Use of images.
  • "Seeing the Lord," Kyle Childress, The Ekklesia Project, 2011.
  • Grounded and Rooted in Love, Easter 2A, Matt & Laura Norvell, 2011.
  • What the Tide Brings In, Easter 2, Ann Fontaine, 2011.
  • "Believing," Melissa Bane Sevier, Contemplative Viewfinder, 2011.
  • Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Easter Day A. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church, 2005.
  • "What Can You Expect?" V. Gene Robinson, Proclaiming Gospel Justice: Reflections on the Scriptures and Progressive Spirituality, The Witness, 2005.
  • Environmental Reflections from the Episcopal Diocese of Minnesota's Environmental Stewardship Commission: General Easter Reflection and General Reflection on the Easter Lectionary Readings.
  • Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Easter 2, 2005. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church.
  • "'Doubting' Thomas? (A Bum Rap)," Elizabeth Morris Downie, Proclaiming Gospel Justice: Reflections on the Scriptures and Progressive Spirituality, The Witness, 2005.
  • The Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2005
  • Desperate Preacher's Site: sermons, discussions, liturgical material and other resources.
  • 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.
• Sermons (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
  • “Poor Thomas!” by MaryAnn McKibben Dana.  A Sermon for Every Sunday.  Video sermons from America’s best preachers for every Sunday of the Liturgical Year.
  • "The Wounded Healer," Stay with Us," Sil Galvan, Easter 2, 2017
  • "How to Handle a Scandal," the Rev. Billy Honor, Day 1, 2014.
  • Ministry Matters, April 27, 2014.
  • "Jesus of the Scars," Katerina K. Whitley, Sermons that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2014.
  • "The Resurrection," Frederick Buechner Sermon Illustrations.
  • Göttinger Predigten im Internet: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors, 2014.
  • "The Faith of the Doubter," the Rev Dr. Katharine Hinman, Day 1, 2011.
  • "Realities Old and New," the Rev. Dr. David Lose, Day 1, 2008.
• Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
  • Connections, Next Sunday Resources.
  • "I Don't Belong," Faith Element, 2014.
  • The Lectionary Lab, Easter 2, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2014. Lectionary Lab Live podcast. 2011.
  • "It's True," Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2017.
  • Bible Study, Easter 2, 2014, Jordan Trumble, Sermons that Work, Episcopal Digital Network.
  • Estudio de la Biblia. 2 Pascua (A) por Jordan Trumble, Sermones que Iluminan, 2014.
  • Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2014.
  • "Revisioning Health," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Health," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2007.
• 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

Resources and Images on The Text This Week's Easter Resources page.

• Complete Liturgies and General Worship Planning Resources:
  • Worship Planning Helps (Easter 2): 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, 2014. .rtf file at this link. (Terms of Use)
  • Life in Liturgy, Disciples of Christ, WV, 2014.
  • Sacredise, 2017.
  • LCA Worship Planning Page, 2014."Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship."
  • Ministry Matters, April 27, 2014.
  • Second Sunday of Easter -- Worship resources for Easter 2 based on Acts 2:14a, 22-32, 1 Peter 1:3-9, John 20:19-31, Psalm 16   by B. David Hostetter from SermonStudio.
  • Mustard Seeds, "Doubt and Discipleship" Easter 2, 2014. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • "Life in His Name," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2014. 2011.
  • Worship Resources, Easter 2, 2014 Mindi Welton-Mitchell, Rev-o-lution.
  • Liturgy for the Celebration of Life, Easter 2, 2011. Liturgies from a Progressive/Post-Liberal Theology, Revd Rex A.E. Hunt, Uniting Church in Australia.
  • Lectionary Liturgies: Easter 2A Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
  • Worship and Liturgy Resources, Easter 2, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
  • Easter Season Liturgy, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand.
  • Sermons and Liturgies for Year A, Richard J. Fairchild, United Church of Canada.
• Prayers, Prefaces, Litanies, etc:
  • Laughing Bird Liturgical Resources, Easter, 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.
  • Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, Easter 2, CanticaNova Publications.
  • Prayers of the People, Easter 2, General intercessions for Sundays and Feasts, by Ormonde Plater, Archdeacon of the [Anglican/Episcopal] Diocese of Louisiana.
  • Lector's Notes, Easter 2, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
  • "Liturgy: prayer reflection", reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand.
  • Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
  • The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 16, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2011.
  • Call to Worship, Easter 2, 2011, Mary Jane Konings, Timaru, New Zealand.
  • Confession RCL, Easter 2, 2011, Bill Wessner.
  • "Still Laughing God," Service Prayers, 2011, Worship Ways, UCC.
  • 21st Century Worship Resources, Easter 2A, UMCDiscipleship.org.
  • Offertory Prayers, Easter 2A, UMCDiscipleship.org.
  • The Awe of Understanding, Suzanne Guthrie, At the Edge of the Enclosure, prayers and meditations, 2011.
  • Prayers, meditations, music for worship for May 1, 2011, Anna's Hosannas.
  • Sunday Prayer, Easter 2A, RevGalBlogPals, 2011.
  • Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2014.
  • The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 16, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2013.
  • Prayers of the People, Richard J. Einerson, 2014. (Click on "Weekly Prayers".)
  • Prayers and Musical Ideas, Easter 2, 2014. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
  • Risen God... -- Intercession for Easter 2 based on John 20:19-31 by Janice B. Scott from SermonSuite.
  • "The Awe of Understanding," Suzanne Guthrie, At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2014.
• Graphics & Multimedia:
  • Art in the Christian Tradition, Jean and Alexander Heard, Vanderbilt Divinity Library. Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial ShareAlike 3.0 License.
  • HermanoLeón Clipart, Easter 2. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
  • Clip Art Images: John 20:19-31, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
  • Clip Art, Easter 2, Fr. Richard Lonsdale, Resources for Catholic Educators.
  • Easter 2 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.
  • CHURCH PowerPoint, Rev. Dorothy Okray. Free PowerPoint slides for Worship Services, ChurchGalleries.com
  • The Painted Prayerbook, The Illuminated Wound, Jan Richardson, 2011. Use of images.
  • Mustard Seeds, "Doubt and Discipleship" Easter 2, 2014. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • "God's Breath," FaithElement discipleship system "setting the Bible free," 2011.
  • "Because there aren't many films in which the main character rises from the dead, we are somewhat limited in film scenes that compare to the post-Resurrection scenes in the gospels. In The Day the Earth Stood Still the extra-terrestrial Klaatu, shot by a soldier, is restored to life so that he can give the final warning to Earth to give up their nuclear weapons and live in peace, but it is but a temporary resurrection. This restriction was imposed by the Motion Picture Production Code then in force, which stipulated that because only God could produce and restore life, Klaatu's "resurrection" could not be permament."Ed McNulty, Visual Parables.
  • Church Galleries sample - free powerpoint download for this week's lectionary scripture(s).
  • "Reorienting Ourselves to the Earth," Raj Nadella, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2014. Video: "Faith in Action: Power and Light."
  • "I Don't Belong," Faith Element, 2014.
• Hymns and Music:
  • Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
    • "O Bright Morning," hymn for Bright Sunday / Easter 2, Tammy J. Rider, Rochester, MN.
    • "Resurrection Power," Brenton Prigge, NewHymn.
    • Hymns of the Spirit Three, Easter 2A, Richard E. Hurst, Universalist National Memorial Church.
  • Psalm Settings:
    • "Keep Me Safe, O God, I Pray," lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry. See Terms of Use.
    • Psalm 16 set to Finlandia (11 10 11 10 11 10) by Dale A. Schoening, Metrical Psalms.
  • Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
    • Hymn and Song Suggestions, Easter 2A, 2014, 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, 2014.
    • Lectionary Hymns, Easter 2A, UMCDiscipleship.org.
    • Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, Easter 2, CanticaNova Publications.
    • Hymn selections (United Methodist) and more from Hymnsite.com.
    • 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.
    • Worship Resource Manual, The Moravian Church, Southern Province. Worksheets for planning music in worship: hymns, anthems, solos, organ repertoire suggestions for RCL texts.
    • Sing for Joy, Easter 2A, 2008. Choral reflections on this week's lectionary readings, St. Olaf College.
    • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2014. .rtf file at this link. (Terms of Use)
    • Starters for Sunday. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2017.
    • Prayers and Musical Ideas, Easter 2, Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
    • Together to Celebrate, Easter, 2, David MacGregor, Uniting Church in Australia. Contemporary Christian Music resources.
• Children's Bulletins (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
  • Weekly Devotions, Faith Formation Journeys, 2014.
  • 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.)
  • Lectionary Puzzles, Easter 2. Word search puzzles in RTF or plain text, by Reg McMillan, St.Stephen's Presbyterian Church, Peterborough, Ontario.
• With Children (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
  • Worshiping with Children, Easter 2A, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2014. 2011.
  • "Storypath Lectionary Links: Connecting Children's Literature with our Faith Story," April, 27, 2014, Union Presbyterian Seminary. Connections: Acts 2:14a, 22-32 and City Dog, Country Frog by Mo Willems, 1 Peter 1:3-9 and My Great-Grandmother's Gourdby Cristina Kessler, John 20:19-31 and Just How Long Can a Long String Be? by Keith Baker. 2011.
  • Ministry Matters, April 27, 2014.
  • I Doubt It! -- Children’s sermon by Brett Blair and Tim Carpenter based on John 20:19-31 from SermonSuite.
  • "Life in His Name," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2014. 2011.
  • Children's Sermon, Faith Formation Journeys, 2014.
  • "We See His Love," Fran Woodruff, On The Chancel Steps, 2014.
  • Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2014.
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2014. .rtf file at this link. (Terms of Use)
  • "Sermon of the Week," / "Mensajes para ninos," Sermons 4 Kids, Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com.
  • "Do You Trust Me?" Children's Lesson for Second Sunday in Easter (May 1, 2011), from Anna's Hosannas.
• 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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