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Epiphany 6B
February 12, 2012
With thanks to page sponsor:
Rev. Mr. John W. Eyster and family of Wisconsin
in memory of
Rev. Dr. Walter C. Eyster, United Methodist pastor
who served in Ohio and Wisconsin

 

Image: "Testimony," ©Jan Richardson.

Click on Scripture Lessons below for study links and resources:

2 Kings 5:1-14
Roman Catholic reading: Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-46

Psalm 30
Roman Catholic reading: Psalm 32:1-11

1 Corinthians 9:24-27
Roman Catholic reading: 1 Corinthians 10:31 - 11:1

Mark 1:40-45

Narrative Lectionary: Mark 7:1-23

 

 

 

Reading and Studying the Text This Week

• Texts:
  • Illustrated (NRSV) Lectionary readings from Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
  • Roman Catholic Lectionary Readings from the New American Bible.
  • 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.
  • Episcopal Lectionary: BCP - RCL.
  • United Methodist lectionary readings, Year B.
  • Biblical Passages for Mennonite Bulletins, Year B.
  • 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.
  • PCUSA - Daily/Weekly Lectionary Readings.
• Images and Movies:
  • Images Linked at The Text This Week's Art Concordance, with the following themes:
    • Healing/Healers
    • Elisha (includes images of Naaman and Elisha)
  • Movies Linked at The Text This Week's Movie Concordance, with the following themes:
    • healing/healers
    • clean/unclean
    • children as mediator figures
    • miracles
    • authority
    • spiritual discipline/self-control
    • endurance
• 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).
  • Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives, Ordinary 6, 2012. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. Español.
  • Preaching This Week commentary, Epiphany 6, WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2012. 2009.
  • Preaching Helps (Epiphany 4). Safiyah Fosua, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2012.
  • "Healing Presence," Kathryn Matthews Huey, ucc.org: Sermon Seeds, lectionary citations, weekly theme, lectionary texts, bulletin back page, 2012.
  • Left Behind and Loving It, D. Mark Davis, 2012.
  • The Lectionary Lab, Epiphany 6, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2012.
  • Lectionary Notes, Epiphany 6B, Beth Quick, 2012.
  • Sermon Nuggets, Epiphany 6B, 2012, Lindy Black. Illustrations, humor, questions, quotations.
  • Ministry Matters, Epiphany 6B, 2012.
  • Exegesis/Commentary and illustrations for Epiphany 6, Carlos Wilton, SermonSuite.
  • Starters for Sunday, 12 February, 2012. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
  • Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, Epiphany 6, 2012, Bruce G. Epperly, "...bringing process-relational thought to people of faith."
  • Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
  • Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Epiphany 6, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
  • Preaching Peace commentary, Jeff Krantz & Michael Hardin.
  • Jesus Now, Epiphany 6B. Lectionary, study and worship resources from Faith Futures Jesus Then & Now.
  • John Shearman's Lectionary, Epiphany 6B, 2009, Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada.
  • Rumors, for February 15, 2009, Ralph Milton, "Sermon helps for preachers with a sense of humor."
  • Readings, Analysis of Texts and Preaching Paths, Dennis Bratcher, Christian Resource Institute. (Church of the Nazarene.)
  • Preaching Helps, First Sunday of Advent through Transfiguration of Our Lord, Year B, Robert H. Smith, John Rollefson, Richard Rollefson, Currents in Theology and Mission, 2002.
  • This Week at PreachingIllustrations.com, 2012.
  • Social Justice Lectionary, Bruce Sweet, 2012.
  • Stewardship Sermon Starter, Stewardship Now. ELCA, 2012.
  • World Hunger Sermon Starters, ELCA, 2012.
  • The Center for Excellence in Preaching, resources from Calvin Theological Seminary: Comments & Observations, Textual Points, Illustration Ideas, 2012.
  • Lectionary at Lunch: MP3, Windows Media, and Real Audio files of lectures by professors at Concordia Seminary, St Louis, MO (LCMS), 2012.
• 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).
  • 2 Kings 5:1-14
  • Psalm 30
  • 1 Corinthians 9:24-27
  • Mark 1:40-45
• 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. 2012.
  • Homiletical Hot Tub, preaching blog at Lectionary Homiletics, 2012.
  • The Good Word, A Blog on Scripture and Preaching, America: The National Catholic Weekly, 2012.
  • Tuesday Lectionary Leanings, Better Late Than Never Edition, RevGalBlogPals lectionary discussion, 2012.
  • "The Inconvenient Truth about Taking Care of the Poor," Matthew L. Skinner, ON Scripture, 2012.
  • "Four Words," David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2012.
  • "Jesus Is Contagious!" Peter Woods, I Am Listening, 2012.
  • "Did Jesus Make a Mistake?" Caspar Green, Scarlet Letter Bible, 2012.
  • Lectionary Blogging, John Petty, Progressive Involvement, 2012.
  • "Wade in the Water," Jake Wilson, Ekklesia Project, 2012.
  • "Moved and Stretched," Rick Morley, 2012.
  • "A Little Girl Heals a Great Man," The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2012. 2009. 2006.
  • "Choice and Consequence," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, ELCA, 2012.
  • "Lepers and Risky Love," Katie Munnik, Presbyterian Record, 2012.
  • "Wisdom from Below," John C. Holbert, Patheos, 2012.
  • Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2012.
  • "Two Outlaws," Suzanne Guthrie, Soulwork toward Sunday: At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2012.
  • "What the Light Shines Through," Jan Richardson, The Painted Prayerbook, 2012. Use of images.
  • "Pity or Anger or Both?" Janet H. Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2012.
  • "Naaman the Warrior Becomes a Whole Man," Michael Coffey, 2012.
  • "The Politics of 1 Cointhians 9:24-17," Aaron Howard, Political Theology, 2012.
  • "Can We Go From Mourning to Dancing?" Robert Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2012.
  • 10 Minute Worship Blog, Epiphany 6B, Dan Bollerud, 10 minute commuter mp3 worship, 2012.
  • "Be Made Clean!" Todd Weir, bloomingcactus, 2012.
  • Liberal Lectionary Resources, Rev. Mary Lautensleger, 2012.
  • "Confusion," Miriam's Tambourine, Memphis Theological Seminary, 2012.
  • "The Right Thing," Neil Chappell, a weird thing, 2012.
  • "A Progressive Christian Explores Healing Prayer," Carl Gregg, Patheos, 2012.
  • "Blessed to Be a Blessing," Alyce McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, Patheos, 2012.
  • Sermon Notes for February 12, Michael Rich, In-Formatio, 2012.
  • Lectionary Ruminations, Summit to Shore, 2012.
  • Forgiven but not perfected, Tim Good, The Naked Alien, 2012.
  • Grounded and Rooted in Love, Epiphany 5B, Matt & Laura Norvell, 2012.
  • Daily Reflection, Ordinary 6, 2012, Larry Gillick, S.J., Creighton University. Reflexiones Dominicales en español.
  • This Sunday's Readings, 2nd before Lent, Rosalind Brown, Church Times, 2012.
  • "Doubting Easy," Larry Patten, 2012.
  • HuffPost Religion, religion news and contemporary news in religious perspective. Always worth a read...
  • Break Open the Word, Michael T. Hiller, 2012.
  • One Little Word, David J. Risendal, 2012.
  • Weekly Reading, Anthony B. Robinson, 2012.
  • Hitchhiker's Guide to the Bible, Andy Doyle, Episcopal Diocese of Texas, 2012.
  • The River of Life, Loddon Mallee UCA Presbytery Blog, 2012.
  • Quadratos, Alexander J. Shaia, 2012.
  • The Hardest Question, 2012.
  • Visual Theology, Faithful Images, Dave Perry, reflections and images usually tied to RCL texts, 2012.
  • Sunday's Child, Daily Lectionary and Reflections on Scripture and World, Una Malachica, 2012.
  • Kairos-Milwaukee UCC Blog, Reflections on the RCL by Rev. Rick Skidmore, 2012.
  • Stillspeaking Daily Devotional, UCC.org. Daily devotional for Twitter. (Daily RCL)
  • Unfolding Light, Daily Reflections leading toward Sunday readings, Steve Garnaas-Holmes, 2012.
  • Weekly Reflections on the Christian Faith (lectionary texts), conversations between Mark Smith and David Owen, England Public School Chaplains. 2012
  • Kairos CoMotion Lectionary Dialogue, Wesley White, 2012.
  • Church in the World, Steve Godfrey, 2012.
  • Living the Lectionary, Daily RCL reflections, Pr. Phil Heinze, Fort Worth, TX, 2012.
  • The Preacher's Exchange - First Impressions and Homilias Domincales / Homilias Breves. Jude Siciliano, O.P., 2012.
  • SacraConversazione, discussion of the texts in terms of traditions of interpreters, from a postmodern perspective, 2012.
  • COSLC Grace Notes, Pastor Dan Bollerud, Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Anchorage, AK. Meditations & poetry, 2012.
  • Lectionary Scripture Notes, Dr. Norman Beck.
  • Panoramic Views of Faith and Health, Butch Odom. Daily lectionary thoughts and prayer, 2012.
  • "Jesus Gets Mad," Bogging toward Sunday, Tom Steagald, Theolog: The Blog of The Christian Century, 2009.
  • "Author Recounts His 'Journey with Leprosy,'" NPR All Things Considered, February 1, 2009.
  • Lectionary Introductions (background / context) and discussion, February 15, 2009. Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand.
  • "Agents of Healing," Penny Nixon, Wendell Miller, Randall Bailey, Out In Scripture: An Honest Encounter Between Our Lives and the Bible, Human Rights Campaign, 2009. (LGBT perspective)
  • Dylan's Lectionary Blog. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church, 2006.
  • The Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2009.
  • "Embracing the 'Other'," Cynthia Black, "Proclaiming Gospel Justice: Reflections on the Scriptures and Progressive Spirituality," The Witness, 2006.
  • "Living the Word," at Sojourners:
    • "The Power of Proclamation," Enuma Okoro, "Embracing the Powers That Be," 2012.
    • "Surrendering to the Cross," Michaela Bruzzese, "Listen to Him!" 2009.
    • "Dirtiness?" Robert Roth, "Healing People, Healing Nations," 2006.
  • Articles from The Christian Century:
    • "Healed, Not Cured," Debra Farrington, 2006.
    • "Miracle Market," Barbara Crafton, 2003.
    • "Namaan's No-Nonsense Cure," Peter S. Hawkins, 2001.
    • "Muddling Through," J. Mary Luti, 1998.
  • Desperate Preacher's Site: sermons, discussions, liturgical material and other resources.
• Sermons (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
  • "Jesus Interrupted," Emily M. Brown, Day 1, 2012.
  • Ministry Matters, Epiphany 6B, 2012.
  • Göttinger Predigten im Internet: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors, 2012.
  • Sermons That Work, Epiphany 6B, Rev. Canon Frank Logue, Episcopal Digital Network, 2012.
• Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
  • "Healing Presence," Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2012.
  • "Boundaries and Borders," FaithElement discipleship system "setting the Bible free," 2012.
  • Lectionary Notes, Epiphany 6, Rev. Beth Quick and the Lectionary Chat Group Bible Study of St. Paul's UMC, Oneida, NY.
  • "Healing Presence," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Suffering," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2005. (Mark 1)
  • "Sports in the Christian Life," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Sports," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2008. (1 Corinthians 9)
  • "Singing with the Psalter," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Singing Our Lives," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2006. (Psalm 30)
  • Bible Study - 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 Epiphany Resources Page.
• Complete Liturgies and General Worship Planning Resources:
  • Worship Planning Helps (Epiphany 6): Worship & Preaching Notes, Hymn Suggestions and Worship Resources from the United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2012.
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2012. (Terms of Use)
  • Ministry Matters, Epiphany 6B, 2012.
  • LCA Worship Planning Page, Epiphany +6, 2012, "Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship".
  • The Worship Closet, Epiphany 6B, Creative Worship Ideas, 2012.
  • Worship Resources, February 12, 2012, Rev Mindi, Rev-o-lution.
  • Worship resources, Frank Ramirez, SermonSuite.
  • Liturgy for the Celebration of Life, Epiphany 6B, 2012. Liturgies from a Progressive/Post-Liberal Theology, Revd Rex A.E. Hunt, Uniting Church in Australia.
  • Mustard Seeds, "Healing / Are We Rocks or Diamonds," Epiphany 6B, 2012. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • Lectionary Liturgies, Epiphany 6B, 2012, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
  • Worship and Liturgy Resources, Ordinary 6 - Epiphany 6, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
  • Liturgies Online, Epiphany 6, by Rev Moira Laidlaw, Uniting Church in Australia.
  • Sermons and Liturgies for Year B, Richard J. Fairchild, United Church of Canada.
• 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, Year B - Epiphany 6. 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, Ordinary 6, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
  • Worship Resources, Epiphany 6B, John van de Laar, Sacredise.
  • "Liturgy: prayers reflection", reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand.
  • Healing Prayers, MomPriest, RevGalBlogPals, 2009.
  • Meditation Prompts and Prayers, Epiphany 6B, 2009. Suzanne Guthrie, At the End of Enclosure.
  • Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
  • Starters for Sunday, 12 February, 2012. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
  • 21st Century Worship Resources, Epiphany 6, UMC GBOD, 2012.
  • Offertory Prayers, Epiphany 6, UMC GBOD, 2012.
  • "Skin in the Game," Dan Schifeling, Worshipcalls, 2012.
  • The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 30, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2012.
  • Prayers and Musical Ideas, Ordinary 6, 2012. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. Español.
  • "Choosing Healing," service prayers for Epiphany 5B, Worship Ways, UCC, 2012. (list of rtf files)
  • Confession RCL, Bill Wessner, 2012.
  • Call to Worship, Feb 12, 2012, Mary Jane Konings, Timaru, New Zealand.
  • "Two Outlaws," Suzanne Guthrie, Soulwork toward Sunday: At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2012.
  • Prayers of the People, Epiphany 6B, Fr. Jeremiah Williamson, Praying the Scriptures, 2012.
  • Sunday Prayer, RevGalBlogPals, 2012.
  • 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 6. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
  • Clip Art Images: Mark 1:40-45, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
  • Ordinary 6 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.
  • Images for this week's readings, Pitts Theology Library Digital Image Archive.
  • Bulletin Covers, www.scholia.net. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Emmett, Idaho. Scroll down for Year B index.
  • Prayers of the People for All Epiphany, Rick Morley, 2012.
  • Mustard Seeds, "Healing / Are We Rocks or Diamonds," Epiphany 6B, 2012. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • Elisha and the General, inclusiveChrist worship clip, 2012.
  • "Confusion," Miriam's Tambourine, Memphis Theological Seminary, 2012.
  • Visual Theology, Faithful Images, Dave Perry, reflections and images usually tied to RCL texts.
  • Agnus Day, Lectionary cartoon by James Wetzstein.
  • Scripture Pics, Weekly RCL-related image.
• Bulletin Inserts (see also Children's Bulletins, below):
  • "God's Mercies - In Ways We Least Expect," reflection by Barbara Bernstengel, eBulletins reflections, prayer reminders, activity corner, American Bible Society Bible Resource Center. (pdf)
• Hymns and Music:
  • Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
    • "The Gift of His Touch," Brenton Prigge, NewHymn.
  • Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
    • Hymn and Song Suggestions, Epiphany 6B, 2012, annotated suggestions from Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
    • Lectionary Hymns, Epiphany 6, UMC GBOD, 2012.
    • Shepherd Sounds, Epiphany 6. 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 Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary (with lyrics and sound files) from the Oremus Hymnal. (Click "Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary.")
    • Lectionary Hymns, Ordinary 6B, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
    • Hymnary.org, hymns, scores, media, information.
    • 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.
    • Choral Anthem Project, Ordinary 6B, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
    • Sing for Joy, Epiphany 6B, 2009. 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, 2012. (Terms of Use)
    • Starters for Sunday, 12 February, 2012. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
    • Together to Celebrate, February 12, 2012, David MacGregor, Uniting Church in Australia. Contemporary Christian Music resources.
    • Prayers and Musical Ideas, Ordinary 6, 2012. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. Español.
• With Children (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
  • Worshiping with Children, Epiphany 6B, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2012.
  • "Children's Literature: A Resource for Ministry," February 12, 2012, Union Presbyterian Seminary. Connections: 2 Kings 5:1-14 and Miro in the Kingdom of the Saints by Jane Kurtz, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 and The Tortoise and the Hare by Aesop, Mark 1:40-45 and Vive La Paris by Esme Raji Codell.
  • "I'm His Favorite - and So Are You!" Frances Woodruff, On the Chancel Steps, 2012.
  • "Sermon of the Week," / "Mensajes para ninos," Sermons 4 Kids, Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com.
  • News Too Good to Keep, Dianne Deming, Children's Sermons Today, 2012.
  • Ministry Matters, Epiphany 6B, 2012.
  • "Touched by Grace," Mother Anne Emry, Sacred Story, 2012. Includes activities, children's church plans.
  • Mr Skillett and Mrs Round, Janice B. Scott, SermonSuite.
  • "It Matters,"Sarah Buteaux, Children's Sermons, 2012.
  • Faith Formation Journeys, Epiphany 6B, childrens sermon, 2012.
  • Story for Children's Worship and Family Activity, Ordinary 6, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding.
  • "Hope for the Hopeless," Children's Time, in Sermons and Liturgies. Richard J. Fairchild. (Scroll down in liturgies to find Children's Time.)
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2012. (Terms of Use)
• 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 by Reg McMillan, St.Stephen's Presbyterian Church, Peterborough, Ontario. Word search puzzles in RTF or plain text (html) formats.
• 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
• DAILY LECTIONARY RESOURCES
• BUECHNER RESOURCES INDEX
• FESTIVALS/SPECIAL DAYS (includes Creation)
• FOR USE IN TIMES OF VIOLENCE
• FOR USE IN TIMES OF TERRORISM/WAR/PEACE RESOURCES
• FOR USE IN TIMES OF NATURAL DISASTER

• Day of Pentecost - May 19
• Trinity Sunday - May 26
• Memorial Day - May 27
• Visitation - May 31
• Pr4/OT9/P+2 - June 2
• Corpus Christi - June 2
• Pr5/OT10/P+3 - June 9
• Barnabas - June 11
• Pr6/OT11/P+4 - June 16
• Pr7/OT12/P+5 - June 23
• John the Baptist - June 24
• Sts Peter & Paul - June 29
• Pr8/OT13/P+6 - June 30
• US Independence Day - July 4
• Pr9/OT14/P+7 - July 7
• Pr10/OT15/P+8 - July 14
• Pr11/OT16/P+9 - July 21
• Mary Magdalene - July 22
• St James the Elder - July 25
  
• Pr12/OT17/P+10 - July 28
• Pr13/OT18/P+11 - Aug 4
• Feast Transfiguration - Aug 6
• Pr14/OT19/P+12 - Aug 11
• St Mary - Aug 15
• Pr15/OT20/P+13 - Aug 18
• St Bartholomew - Aug 24
• Pr16/OT21/P+14 - Aug 25
• Pr17/OT22/P+15 - Sept 1
• Pr18/OT23/P+16 - Sept 8
• Holy Cross - Sept 14
• Pr19/OT24/P+17 - Sept 15
• St Matthew - Sept 21
• Pr20/OT25/P+18 - Sept 22
• Pr21/OT26/P+19 - Sept 29
• St Michael & Angels - Sept 29
• St Francis - Oct 4
• Pr22/OT27/P+20 - Oct 6
• World Communion Sunday - Oct 6
• Pr23/OT28/P+21 - Oct 13
• Thanksgiving - CA -Oct 14
• St Luke - Oct 18
• Pr24/OT29/P+22 - Oct 20
• Pr25/OT30/P+23 - Oct 27
• St Simon & Jude - Oct 28
• Reformation Day - Oct 31
• All Saints - Nov 1
• All Souls - Nov 2
• Pr26/OT31/P+24 - Nov 3
• Pr27/OT32/P+25 - Nov 10
• Veterans Day - Nov 11
• Pr28/OT33/P+26 - Nov 17
• Reign of Christ/
  Christ the King - Nov 24
• Thanksgiving - Nov 28

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