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: 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.
- Biblical Passages for Mennonite Bulletins, Year A.
- 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:
  - The Sower
  - Jacob and Esau
- Movies/scenes listed at The Text This Week's Movie Concordance, with the following themes:
Commentary, Exegesis & Sermon Preparation (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
- Textweek Blog and 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 commentary by Juliana Claassens, Scott Shauf, Walter F. Taylor, Jr., Elisabeth Johnson. WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2011.
- Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives, Ordinary 15, 2011. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. Español.
- Preaching Helps (Pentecost +5). Safiyah Fosua, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2011.
- A House Divided, Kathryn Matthews Huey, ucc.org: Sermon Seeds, lectionary citations, weekly theme, lectionary texts, bulletin back page, 2011.
- Devil's advocate -- Commentary / Exegesis for Proper 10 | OT 15, David Kalas, Emphasis.
- Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, Proper 10A, 2011, Jeanyne B Slettom, "...bringing process-relational thought to people of faith."
- The Lectionary Lab, Pentecost 3, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2011.
- Ministry Matters free worship resources (was Cokesbury Resources), July 10, 2011. (Will become commercial, but resources are free for now.)
- John Shearman's Lectionary, Pentecost +4, 2011, Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada.
- Persistence Along The Road Of Life -- Exegesis for Proper 10 | OT 15, Richard Gribble, SermonStudio.
- Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
- Preaching This Week at WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary. Commentaries on lectionary readings by Juliana Claassens, Esther M. Menn, Marion L. Soards, Dale Allison, 2008.
- Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Proper 10, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
- Preaching Peace commentary, Proper 10, Jeff Krantz & Michael Hardin.
- Jesus Now, Proper (Ordinary) 15A, lectionary, study and worship resources from Faith Futures Jesus Then & Now.
- Readings, Analysis of Text and Preaching Paths, Proper 10, Christian Resource Institute. (Church of the Nazarene.)
- Text Studies, Proper 10, Dan Nelson. (Lutheran)
- Rumors, for July 13, 2008, Ralph Milton, "Sermon helps for preachers with a sense of humor."
- Starters for Sunday, 10 July, 2011. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
- This Week at PreachingIllustrations.com.
- Social Justice Lectionary, Bruce Sweet.
- Stewardship Sermon Starter, Stewardship Now. ELCA, 2011.
- World Hunger Sermon Starters, ELCA, 2011.
- The Center for Excellence in Preaching, resources from Calvin Theological Seminary: Comments & Observations, Textual Points, Illustration Ideas.
- Lectionary at Lunch: MP3, Windows Media, and Real Audio files of lectures by professors at Concordia Seminary, St Louis, MO (LCMS).
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, David Lose and Matt Skinner, discussing the week's passages in light of current events. At Luther Seminary's WorkingPreacher.org. 2011.
- Homiletical Hot Tub, preaching blog at Lectionary Homiletics, 2011.
- The Good Word, A Blog on Scripture and Preaching, America: The National Catholic Weekly, 2011.
- Tuesday Lectionary Leanings, Seed Planting Edition, RevGalBlogPals lectionary discussion, 2011.
- "Divine Redemption in Our Human Families," The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2011. 2008. 2005.
- "A Parable of the Prodigal Sower," Peter Woods, I am Listening, 2011.
- "What Willl You Do...?" David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2011.
- "Hair and Heals," Fr. Rick Morley, a garden path, 2011.
- The Painted Prayerbook, "A Blessing with Roots," Jan Richardson, 2011. Use of images.
- Liberal Lectionary Resources, Proper 10A, Chris Ayers, 2011.
- "Jesus' Seed Parable and Merton's 'New Seeds of Contemplation'," Carl Gregg, Patheos, 2011.
- "Rebranding the Parable of the Sower," Alyce McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, Patheos, 2011.
- "Roots," Miriam's Tambourine, reflection, artwork, worship resources from Memphis Theological Seminary.
- "A Rock, A Hard Place, and Good Soil," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, ELCA, 2011.
- Lectionary Blogging, July 10, 2011, John Petty, Progressive Involvement, 2011.
- Daily Reflection, Ordinary 15, Larry Gillick, S.J., Creighton University, 2011.
- "The Garden of Eden - Oldham Branch," Neil Chappell, aweirdthing, 2011.
- Lectionary Ruminations, July 10, 2011, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore.
- "Snailed," Larry Patten, 2011.
- This Sunday's Readings, Martin Warner, Church Times, (Church of England), 2011.
- Think About It/Share Faith, Sermon Notes/Themes on current topics with complimentary PowerPoint images, Rev. Dorothy Okray, 2011. Sermon, J Mary Luti, with PowerPoint, ChurchGalleries.com.
- Break Open the Word, Michael T. Hiller, 2011.
- One Little Word, David J. Risendal, 2011.
- 10 Minute Worship Blog, Dan Bollerud, 10 minute commuter mp3 worship, 2011.
- Weekly Reading, Anthony B. Robinson, 2011.
- Blogging toward Sunday, Century Blog, 2011.
- Hitchhiker's Guide to the Bible, Andy Doyle, Episcopal Dicese of Texas, 2011.
- The River of Life, Loddon Mallee UCA Presbytery Blog, 2011.
- Quadratos, Alexander J. Shaia, 2011.
- The Hardest Question, 2011.
- Visual Theology, Faithful Images, Dave Perry, reflections and images usually tied to RCL texts, 2011.
- Sunday's Child, Daily Lectionary and Reflections on Scripture and World, Una Malachica, 2011.
- Kairos-Milwaukee UCC Blog, Reflections on the RCL by Rev. Rick Skidmore, 2011.
- Stillspeaking Daily Devotional, UCC.org. Daily devotional for Twitter. (Daily RCL)
- Unfolding Light, Daily Reflections leading toward Sunday readings, Steve Garnaas-Holmes, 2011.
- Chmod, Lectionary Journal of Andy Gay, 2011.
- Daily Reflections on the Christian Faith (lectionary texts), conversations between Mark Smith and David Owen, England Public School Chaplains.
- Kairos CoMotion Lectionary Dialogue, Wesley White, 2011.
- Church in the World, Steve Godfrey, 2011.
- Living the Lectionary, Daily RCL reflections, Pr. Phil Heinze, Fort Worth, TX, 2011.
- The Preacher's Exchange - First Impressions, Volume 2, and Homilias Domincales / Homilias Breves. Jude Siciliano, O.P., 2011.
- SacraConversazione, discussion of the texts in terms of traditions of interpreters, from a postmodern perspective, 2011.
- COSLC Grace Notes, Pastor Dan Bollerud, Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Anchorage, AK. Meditations & poetry, 2011.
- Lectionary Scripture Notes, Dr. Norman Beck.
- Panoramic Views of Faith and Health, Butch Odom. Daily lectionary thoughts and prayer, 2011.
- "Imagining with Lars," Blogging toward Sunday, Trygve David Johnson, Theolog: The Blog of The Christian Century, 2008.
- "Preparing a Place," Daniel Deffenbaugh, Seeds of Shalom, 2008.
- "Sowing Seeds of Dependence," Winnie Varghese, 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.
- "Get a Grip," Barry Robinson, Keeping the Faith in Babylon, at at Richard J. Fairchild's Sermon & Lectionary Resources.
- The Christian Century:
  - "Family Feuds," Verity A. Jones, 2002.
  - "Shattering the Closure of Unbelief," Luke Timothy Johnson, 1990.
- Sojourners Living the Word:
  - "Life and Death," Enuma Okoro, "God's Care Package Is Bursting," 2011.
  - "Abundant Harvest," Laurel A. Dykstra, "Life Lessons," 2008.
- 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)
- "The Sower's Lesson," the Rev. Joseph Evans, Day1, 2011.
- Sermons that Work, Pentecost +4, the Rev. Suzanne E. Watson, ECUSA, 2011.
- Ministry Matters free worship resources (was Cokesbury Resources), July 10, 2011. (Will become commercial, but resources are free for now.)
- Göttinger Predigten im Internet: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors, 2011.
- "Response to the Good News," the Rev. Dr. Jimmy Allen, Day 1, 2008.
- "God Is a Foolish Farmer," Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Proper 10A. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church, 2005.
Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
- A House Divided, Weekly Seeds, UCC.org, 2011.
- "Giving Up Control," FaithElement discipleship system "setting the Bible free," 2011.
- Lectionary Notes, Pentecost 9, Rev. Beth Quick and the Lectionary Chat Group Bible Study of St. Paul's UMC, Oneida, NY.
- "Tips for Discipleship: Bear Fruit," John and Robin McCullough-Bade, Daily Discipleship Bible Study, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, 2008.
- Lesson Plans That Work, Adults, Late Summer, Year A, The Episcopal Church, 2011.
- Proclaiming Faith, Ordinary 15A, 2011- exploring the Sunday and Holy Day readings - reflections and young people's activities. Sadlier Publishing.
- Bible Study - Ordinary Time 15 - verse by verse Roman Catholic lectionary commentary at St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Picayune, MS.
- 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 Pentecost Resources Page contains resources and images.
Complete Liturgies and General Worship Planning Resources:
- Worship Planning Helps (Pentecost +4): Worship & Preaching Notes, Hymn Suggestions and Worship Resources from the United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2011.
- Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2011. (Terms of Use)
- Mustard Seeds, "Seed Stuff," Proper 10, 2011. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Ordinary 15, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
- Ministry Matters free worship resources (was Cokesbury Resources), July 10, 2011. (Will become commercial, but resources are free for now.)
- Liturgy for the Celebration of Life, Pentecost 4A. Liturgies from a Progressive/Post-Liberal Theology, Revd Rex A.E. Hunt, 2011.
- LCA Worship Planning Page, Proper 10, 2011, "Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship"
- LCA Worship Resources, Proper 10, includes liturgy, hymn suggestions, notes on the readings, visuals, drama, "Talking with Children," etc. Lutheran Church of Australia.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Ordinary 15, 2011, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
- Worship Resources, Pentecost +3, Rev. Mindi, Rev-o-lution, 2011.
- "Sowing the Seeds of Faith and Tending the Seedlings of Gospel," Ordinary 15. A New Presentation for Sunday's Liturgy, Claretian Communications, Philippines. Includes Flash presentation.
- Worship and Liturgy Resources, Ordinary 15, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Liturgies Online, by Rev Moira Laidlaw, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Sermons and Liturgies for Year A, Richard J. Fairchild, United Church of Canada.
- Starters for Sunday, 10 July, 2011. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
Prayers, Prefaces, Litanies, etc:
- Laughing Bird Liturgical Resources, 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.
- Prayers of the People, P10/OT15, General intercessions for Sundays and Feasts, by Ormonde Plater, Archdeacon of the [Anglican/Episcopal] Diocese of Louisiana.
- Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
- Lector's Notes, OT 15, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
- Outside the Box, Katherine Hawker, "Litanies, poems and prayers written for the local church."
- Call to Worship and Gathering Prayer based on the story of Jacob and Esau in Genesis 25 that comes up in the lectionary for Pentecost 10A (July 10, 2005), David Ourisman.
- Pastoral Prayer, Proper 10/Ordinary 15A, Theresa Coleman. Reverend Mommy's Random Thoughts.
- "Liturgy: prayer reflection", reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand. Common Worship CofE - BCP USA TEC.
- Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
- The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 119, (Pentecost 4A), Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2011.
- Worship Resources for July 10, 2011, from Anna's Hosannas.
- 21st Century Worship Resources, Pentecost +4, UMC GBOD, 2011.
- Offertory Prayers, Pentecost +4, UMC GBOD, 2011.
- "Growing God's Word," UCC's Worship Ways, 2011.
- Confession RCL, Lectionary 15, Proper 10, 4 after Pentecost, 2011, Bill Wessner.
- Call to Worship, July 10, 2011, Mary Jane Konings, Timaru, New Zealand.
- "Roots," Miriam's Tambourine, reflection, artwork, worship resources from Memphis Theological Seminary.
- "The Sower," Suzanne Guthrie, Soulwork toward Sunday: At the Edge of the Enclosure, prayers and meditations, 2011.
- Prayers of the People, scroll down for Proper 10A (sequential and thematic tracks), Lowell Grisham, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Fayetteville, Arkansas.
- Prayers and Musical Ideas, Ordinary 15, 2011. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. Español.
- Prayers for Worship, David von Schlichten, Lectionary Homiletics.
- 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.
- HermanoLeón Clipart, Ordinary 15, Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
- Clip Art Images: Matthew 13:1-23, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
- Ordinary 15 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, "Seed Stuff," Proper 10, 2011. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- CHURCH PowerPoint, Rev. Dorothy Okray. Free PowerPoint slides for Worship Services, ChurchGalleries.com.
- "Roots," Miriam's Tambourine, reflection, artwork, worship resources from Memphis Theological Seminary.
- The Painted Prayerbook, "A Blessing with Roots," Jan Richardson, 2011. Use of images.
- "Giving Up Control," FaithElement discipleship system "setting the Bible free," 2011.
Bulletin Inserts (see also Children's Bulletins, below):
- Lectionary Introductions (background & context), Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand.
- "The Ham and the Sower," reflection by Robert Hodgson, Jr., eBulletins reflections, prayer reminders, activity corner, American Bible Society Bible Resource Center.(.pdf)
Hymns and Music:
- Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
  - “Happy Are Those Who Walk in Your Ways,” an original hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, 2008, A hymn celebrating God's law and the longest chapter in the Bible. Tune: ASSURANCE 9.10.9.9 with Refrain (“Blessed Assurance, Jesus Is Mine!”).
  - “Your Word is Like a Lamp, O Lord,” an original hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, 1999, A hymn celebrating the Bible as God's guide for faith and life, useful as a prayer for illumination. Tune: CANONBURY 8.8.8.8 (“Lord, Speak to Me, That I May Speak”).
  - “Christ Taught Us of a Farmer,” an original hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, 2000, The parable of the sower and church anniversary, Tune: AURELIA 7.6.7.6 D (“The Church's One Foundation”).
  - “Once a Farmer Went Out Sowing,” an original hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, 2000, The parable of the sower and church anniversary,2010. The parable of the sower. Tune: AR HYD Y NOS 8.4.8.4.8.8.8.4 (“All Through the Night”).
  - "God Loves the World," Brenton Prigge, NewHymn.
  - Hymns of the Spirit Three, Proper 10A, Richard E. Hurst, Universalist National Memorial Church.
- Psalm Settings:
  - Psalm 119, "You Answer Us with Awesome Deeds," (Psalm 65), lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry. See Terms of Use.
  - Psalm Settings by Dale A. Schoening, Metrical Psalms: Psalm 119:105-112 set to St. Anne (CM), Psalm 65 set to Hanover (10 10 11 11).
- Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
  - Hymn and Song Suggestions, Proper 10A, 2011, annotated suggestions from Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
  - Lectionary Hymns, Pentecost +4, UMC GBOD, 2011.
  - Shepherd Sounds, Pentecost +4, 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.
  - Worship Resource Manual, The Moravian Church, Southern Province. Worksheets for planning music in worship: hymns, anthems, solos, organ repertoire suggestions for RCL texts.
  - Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
  - Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2011. (Terms of Use)
  - Starters for Sunday, 10 July, 2011. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
  - Prayers and Musical Ideas, Ordinary 15, 2011. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. Español.
  - Together to Celebrate, Ordinary 15, 2011, 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)
- CatholicMom.com: Coloring Page, Mass Worksheet, Crossword Puzzle, and Word Search based on weekly gospel text.
- Children's Activity Sheets: Activities for Children, based on the Revised Common Lectionary, by Dorothy A. DeBisschop, Great Hill UMC, Seymour, Connecticut. At Bass Mitchell's homiliesbyemail.com.
- Activity Sheets for Children, Fun for all Creatures Great & Small, UCC, 2010. (pdf)
- Coloring Pages/Puzzles. Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com. (Scroll to bottom of page.)
- Lectionary Puzzles, Proper 10. 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)
- "Children's Literature: A Resource for Ministry," July 10, 2011, Union Presbyterian Seminary. Connections: Genesis 25:19-34 and Gonzalo Grabs the Good Life by Janice Levy, Romans 8:1-11 and My Mama Had a Dancing Heart by Libba Moore Gray and Raul Colon, Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 and Fourteen Cows for America by Carmen Agra Deedy in collaboration with Wilson Kimeli Naiyomah.
- Worshiping with Children, Proper 10, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2011.
- "Sermon of the Week," / "Mensajes para ninos," Sermons 4 Kids, Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com.
- "Planting the Seed" Children's Lesson for July 10, 2011, from Anna's Hosannas.
- Good Ears -- Children's sermon based on Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 from CSSPlus.
- Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2011. (Terms of Use)
- Proclaiming Faith, Ordinary 15A, 2011- exploring the Sunday and Holy Day readings - reflections and young people's activities. Sadlier Publishing.
- Story for Children's Worship and Family Activity, Ordinary 15, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding.
- Lesson Plans That Work, Younger Children & Older Children, Early Summer, Year A, The Episcopal Church, 2011.
- "It All Depends on Dirt," Children's Sermon from Sermons4kids.com.
- "God's Tool Kit," Charlene Fairchild, Children's Time, in Sermons and Liturgies. Richard J. Fairchild. (Scroll down in liturgies to find Children's Time.)
- "The Seed is the Word of God," Children's Time, in Sermons and Liturgies. Richard J. Fairchild. (Scroll down in liturgies to find Children's Time.)
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.