Epiphany 7A
February 19, 2017
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Tom Buchanan,
The Presbyterian Church of New Rochelle
Click on Scripture Lessons below for study links and resources for each individual pericope:
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: 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.
- ELCIC Worship Planning Calendar, lectionary citations with and without hymn suggestions, text and pdf formats.
- 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).
- Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
- "Be Perfect As Nature Is Perfect," D Mark Davis, Left Behind and Loving It, 2014.
- Pulpit Fiction, plus podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2014.
- "Going Beyond," Mark Suriano, Sermon Seeds, UCC, 2017.
- The Center for Excellence in Preaching, resources from Calvin Theological Seminary: Comments & Observations, Textual Points, Illustration Ideas, 2017.
- The Adventurous Lectionary, Bruce Epperly, 2017.
- The Lectionary Lab, Epiphany 7, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2014. Lectionary Lab Live podcast.
- Evangelectionary, Peter Bush, Evangelism Connections, 2014.
- Preaching This Week at WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2017k 2014. 2011.
- Ministry Matters.
- Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Epiphany 7, Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
- Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Epiphany 7, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
- Preaching Helps (Epiphany 7). Rev. Dawn Chesser, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2014.
- Readings, Analysis of Text and Preaching Paths, Epiphany 7, 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).
- 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.
- "Telos," David Lose, ...in the Meantime, 2017.
- "Are We Safer Now? Security and God's Law," Johnny Ramirez-Johnson, ON Scripture, 2017.
- Living by the Word, Elizabeth Palmer, The Christian Century, 2017.
- "Be Perfect," Karoline Lewis, Dear Working Preacher, 2017.
- "Praying for Enemies," Melissa Bane Sevier, Contemplative Viewfinder, 2017.
- "It All Belongs to You," Steve Godfrey, Church in the World, 2017.
- "Be a Good Steward: Love Your Neighbor," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2017.
- "Revenge," Nancy Rockwell, The Bite in the Apple, 2017.
- "WWJD?" Hannah Adams Ingram, Modern Metanoia, 2017.
- "The Most Dangerous Idol of them All," Dan Clendenin, Journey with Jesus, 2017.
- The Truett Pulpit, 2017.
- "That's Unfair!" Glenn Monson, Law & Gospel Everywhere, 2017.
- "The Grace of Perfection," Andrew Prior, One Man's Web, 2017.
- "Exegesis," Terrance Callan, Mount St Mary's Seminary, 2017.
- "Being Perfect," Janet H Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2017.
- Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2017
- The Reflectionary, images, reflections, activities, Fay Rowland, 2017.
- "Draughting Theology," Steve Pankey, 2017. Daily reflections and study for Sunday.
- Homily Week, 2017.
- The Reflectionary, images, reflections, activities, Fay Rowland, 2017.
- Sunday Scripture Podcast, Joe Cate and friends, 2017.
- Reading in Church & Other Distractions Podcast, iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, 2017
- "What I'm Thinking," Eric Anderson, You Tube, RSS, Playlist, 2017.
- "To See Beyond Division," Andrew King, A Poetic Kind of Place, 2017.
- Lectionary Poetry, Scott Barton, 2017.
- Richard Bryant, Food for Thought, 2017.
- Pray As You Can, Reflections, commentary, prayer, poems, etc., Kym Harris, Diocese of Rockhampton, 2017.
- Lectio Divina Podcast, Todd Spencer, 2017.
- 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, 2017.
- Break Open the Word, Michael T. Hiller, 2017.
- One Little Word, David J. Risendal, 2017
- Hitchhiker's Guide to the Bible, Andy Doyle, Episcopal Diocese of Texas, 2017.
- The River of Life, Loddon Mallee UCA Presbytery Blog, 2017.
- Sunday's Child, Daily Lectionary and Reflections on Scripture and World, Una Malachica, 2017.
- Weekly Reflections on the Christian Faith (lectionary texts), conversations between Mark Smith and David Owen, England Public School Chaplains. 2017
- Kairos CoMotion Lectionary Dialogue, Wesley White, 2017.
- Living the Lectionary, Daily RCL reflections, Pr. Phil Heinze, Fort Worth, TX, 2017.
- The Preacher's Exchange - First Impressions and Homilias Domincales / Homilias Breves. Jude Siciliano, O.P., 2017.
- SacraConversazione, discussion of the texts in terms of traditions of interpreters, from a postmodern perspective, 2017.
- COSLC Grace Notes, Pastor Dan Bollerud, Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Anchorage, AK. Meditations & poetry, 2017.
- Lectionary Scripture Notes, Dr. Norman Beck, 2017.
- Tuesday Lectionary Leanings, RevGalBlogPals lectionary discussion, 2014.
- "The Revolution Starts Here," David Lose, Working Preacher, 2014. 2011..
- "The People of God As A Positive Social Epidemic," Dan Clendenin, Journey with Jesus, 2014. 2011.
- 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)
- "Love of Self and Neighbor," John C. Holbert, Opening the Old Testament, 2014. 2011.
- "A Love Like Sunshine?" Alyce M. McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, 2014. 2011.
- "Stewards of One Another," Sharon R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2014. 2011.
- Draughting Theology, Steve Pankey, 2014.
- "Being Perfect," Janet H. Hunt, 2014.
- "How to Resist," Christopher Burkett, PreacherRhetorica, 2014.
- Care for Creation Commentary, Dennis Ormseth, Lutherans Restoring Creation, 2014.
- "As Good As It Gets," David F. Sellery, 2014.
- The Worship Closet, Amy Loving, 2014.
- "Radical Sacrifice," Thomas Beam, 2014.
- "Tempering Our Temper," Steve Goodier, Life Support System, 2014
- "What do you want? A medal?" Neil Chappell, aweirdthing, 2011.
- Lectionary Blogging, Epiphany 7, John Petty, Progressive Involvement, 2011.
- Frenemies, Melissa Bane Sevier, Contemplative Viewfinder, 2011.
- "Realist of Grace," Brian Volck, The Ekklesia Project, 2011
- 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.
- A Blessing for the Broken Hearted, Jan Richardson, The Painted Prayerbook, 2014. Images.
- Reclaim Weekly Worship Prayers, 2017.
- Liturgical Resources, (Ir)revBrent, 2017
- Engage Worship, 2017.
- Sermons (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked
in listings at top of page)
- "Hit Me with Your Best Shot," by Jim Somerville. A Sermon for Every Sunday. Video sermons from America's best preachers for every Sunday of the Liturgical Year.
- "How Do You Love Thee" Russ Levenson, Day1, 2017.
- "Justice or Forgiveness?" Sil Galvan, 2017.
- "Enemy," Frederick Buechner Sermon Illustrations.
- "Stone Soup," the Rev. Danae Ashley, Sermons that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2014.
- 7 Epifanía (A) – 2014, POR EL RVDO. FABIO SOTELO, Sermones que Iluminan.
- Ministry Matters, February 23, 2014.
- Göttinger Predigten im Internet: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors, 2014.
- Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
- "Are We Safer Now? Security and God's Law," Johnny Ramirez-Johnson, ON Scripture, 2017.
- "Getting Past the Great Filter," Connections, 2017
- "Going Beyond," Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2017.
- "A Firm Foundation," Faith Element, 2014.
- "Expanding Boundaries," Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2014.
- The Lectionary Lab, Epiphany 7, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2014. Lectionary Lab Live podcast.
- Bible Study, Epiphany 7, 2014, Christine Havens, Sermons that Work, Episcopal Digital Network.
- Estudio de la Biblia. 7 Epifanía (A) por Christine Havens, Sermones que Iluminan, 2014.
- "Choosing Peace," Epiphany 7, Lesson Plans that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2014.
- Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2014.
- "Frodo's Forgiveness," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Inklings of Glory," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2004.
- "Just Peacemaking," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Peace and War," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2004.
- 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
- Complete Liturgies and General Worship Planning Resources:
- Worship Planning Helps (Epiphany 7): 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, David Chafin,Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in West Virginia, 2014.
- LCA Worship Planning Page, Epiphany 7A, 2017."Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship."
- "Be a Good Steward: Love Your Neighbor," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2017.
- The Worship Closet, Amy Loving, 2014.
- Worship Resources, Rev Mindi, Rev-o-lution, 2014.
- Worship resources for Epiphany 7 by B. David Hostetter from SermonSuite.
- Ministry Matters, February 23, 2014.
- Mustard Seeds, Epiphany 7, 2014. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- Worship Resources, Epiphany 7A, 2011, John van de Laar, Sacredise.
- "Stewards of One Another," Sharon R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2014. 2011.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Ordinary 7A, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
- Liturgy for the Celebration of Life, Epiphany 7A, 2011. Liturgies from a Progressive/Post-Liberal Theology, Revd Rex A.E. Hunt, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Sermons and Liturgies for Year A, Richard J. Fairchild, United Church of Canada.
- Prayers, Prefaces, Litanies, etc:
- Resources: Based on the Revised Common Lectionary. Prayers, Collects and Litanies by Bruce Prewer, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Prayers of the People, Year A - Epiphany 7/OT7. General intercessions for Sundays and Feasts, by Ormonde Plater, Archdeacon of the [Anglican/Episcopal] Diocese of Louisiana.
- Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
- The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 119:33-40, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2011.
- 21st Century Worship Resources, Epiphany 7, UMCDiscipleship.org.
- Offertory Prayers, Epiphany 7, UMCDiscipleship.org.
- "Liturgy: prayer reflection", (NZPB, BCP TEC) reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand. (Common Worship Cof E)
- Starters for Sunday. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2017.
- Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2014.
- Service Prayers for Epiphany 7, 2014, .rtf file index at site. Worship Ways, UCC. (Español)
- The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 119:33-40 Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2014.
- Call to Worship, Mary Jane Konings, 2014.
- Prayers and Musical Ideas, Ordinary 7, 2014. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
- Prayers of the People, Lowell Grisham, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Fayetteville, Arkansas, 2014
- "Give, Pray, Love," Suzanne Guthrie, At The Edge of the Enclosure, 2014..
- Evangelectionary, Peter Bush, Evangelism Connections, 2014.
- World in Prayer, the Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist, Lodi, California. Prayers. Prayers and litanies based on each week's world news.
- Graphics & Multimedia:
- Art in the Christian Tradition, Jean and Alexander Heard, Vanderbilt Divinity Library. Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial ShareAlike 3.0 License.
- Clip Art Images: Matthew 5:38-48, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
- HermanoLeón Clipart, Sunday 7. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
- Bulletin Covers, www.scholia.net. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Emmett, Idaho. Scroll down for Year A index.
- Love Your Enemies and Pray for Them, audio telling, story in episodes, graphic, audio and written commentaries. Go Tell Communications, Biblical Storytelling for the Global Village, 2011.
- Mustard Seeds, Epiphany 7, 2014. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- Agnus Day, Lectionary cartoon by James Wetzstein.
- "Foam Counting Blocks," video, John Stevens, Dollar Store Children's Sermons, 2014.
- "How To Be Perfect," Eric Baretto, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2014. Video: Winter Olympics in Sochi - What do you think?
- Church Galleries sample - free powerpoint download for this week's lectionary scripture(s).
- Bulletin Inserts (see also Children's Bulletins,
below):
- Bulletin Insert, What Is Lent? Sarah Johnson, Episcopal Digital Network, 2014.
- Inserto para el Boletín. por Sarah Johnson, ¿Qué es la Cuaresma? Sermones que Iluminan, 2014.
- Hymns and Music:
- Original Settings and Songs:
- “Up On a Mountaintop” Text: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, Tune: Slane 10.10.10.10 (“Be Thou My Vision”) This hymn is part of "The Sermon on the Mount: A Worship Service of Lessons and Songs."
- Abraham Journeyed to a New Country, Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, BUNESSAN 5.5.5.4 D (?Morning Has Broken?), A hymn for the church?s ministry with immigrants.
- Psalm Settings:
- Psalm 119:33-40 set to Cleansing Fountain (CMD 86 86 D), Psalm Settings by Dale A. Schoening, Metrical Psalms.
- Psalm 119, lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry. See Terms of Use.
- Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
- Hymn and Song Suggestions, Epiphany 7A, 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, Epiphany 7, UMCDiscipleship.org.
- Shepherd Sounds, Epiphany 7. Background information for hymns and choral music following the lectionary from the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, Austin, Texas, by Eric Mellenbruch and David Zersen.
- 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.
- Starters for Sunday. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2017.
- 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)
- Together to Celebrate, David MacGregor, Uniting Church in Australia. Contemporary Christian Music resources.
- Prayers and Musical Ideas, Ordinary 7, 2014. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
- Original Settings and Songs:
- Children's Bulletins (see also listings at individual
scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
- Weekly Devotions, February 23, 2014, Faith Formation Journeys.
- 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, Epiphany 7. 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, Epiphany 7, 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," 2017, Union Presbyterian Seminary.
- Dollar Store Children Sermons, John Stevens, 2017.
- "Be a Good Steward: Love Your Neighbor," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2017.
- "Love Your Enemy," Such As These, 2017.
- 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)
- Children's Sermon, Faith Formation Journeys, 2014.
- "Stewards of One Another," Sharon R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2014. 2011.
- Ministry Matters, February 23, 2014.
- "Praying for Stephanie," Fran Woodruff, On The Chancel Steps, 2014.
- Surprising Kindness -- Children’s sermon by Anna Shirey based on Matthew 5:38-48 from SermonSuite.
- "Foam Counting Blocks," video, John Stevens, Dollar Store Children's Sermons, 2014.
- Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2014.
- "Sermon of the Week," / "Mensajes para ninos," Sermons 4 Kids, Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com.
- 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.
