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Proper 6B/Ordinary 11B/Pentecost 4
June 17, 2015
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Click on Scripture Lessons below for study links and resources:

1 Samuel 15:34-16:13 or Ezekiel 17:22-24

Psalm 20 or Psalm 92:1-4, 12-15
Episcopal reading (RCL): Psalm 20 or Psalm 92:1-4, 11-14

2 Corinthians 5:6-10, (11-13), 14-17

Mark 4:26-34

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Possible Themes: Faith/Faithfulness, Power, Strength/Weakness, Seeds/Growth, God's Care

Reading and Studying the Text This Week

• Texts:
  • Illustrated lectionary readings at Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
  • Roman Catholic Lectionary Readings from the New American Bible (NCCB/USCC).
  • 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.
  • Leccionario Dominical La Iglesia Episcopal Ministerio Latino Hispano, Año B.
  • Lutheran lectionary readings, Year B, from the ELCA site.
  • United Methodist lectionary readings, Year B.
  • 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:
  • In 2 Corinthians 5:6-10, (11-13), 14-17 Paul writes about regarding “no one from a human point of view,” the antidote for prejudice. Two good films in which persons learn this are Cry, the Beloved Country and Amazing Grace. Bob Mc Nulty, Visual Parables.
  • Images Linked at The Text This Week's Art Concordance, with the following themes:
  • Movies Linked 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):
  • Preaching This Week commentaries of RCL texts at WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2018.
  • Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
  • Sermon Seeds, Kathryn Matthews, UCC, 2018.
  • Center for Excellence in Preaching, Calvin Theological Seminary, 2018.
  • Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, 2018.
  • Pulpit Fiction commentary, podcast, 2018.
  • Preaching Notes, United Methodist Church, 2018.
  • Living a Holy Adventure, Bruce Epperly, 2018.
  • Faith in Process, 2018.
  • Starters for Sunday. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
  • Ministry Matters, 2018.
  • "Putting Sabbath in It's Place," D. Mark Davis, Left Behind and Loving It, 2015.
  • Preaching Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2015.
  • Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Proper 4, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
  • Social Justice Lectionary, Bruce Sweet, 2018.
  • Lectionary at Lunch: MP3, Windows Media, and Real Audio files of lectures by professors at Concordia Seminary, St Louis, MO (LCMS), 2018.
  • Readings, Analysis of Texts and Preaching Paths, Dennis Bratcher, Christian Resource Institute. (Church of the Nazarene.)
  • Former Resources:
  • 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 commentaries of RCL texts at WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2015.
  • Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives, Ordinary 11, 2015. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
  • "Scattered Spores and Mystery Yields," D Mark Davis, Left Behind and Loving It, 2015. 2012.
  • Preaching Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2015.
  • The Adventurous Lectionary, Pentecost 3, Bruce Epperly, Living a Holy Adventure, 2015.
  • Points for Preaching and Teaching, (study sheet and teaching video) 2015.The Lectionary Lab, Proper 6B, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2012.
  • Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, Paul Nancararow, 2015.
  • Pulpit Fiction, plus podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2015.
  • "Flourishing," Kathryn Matthews Huey, Sermon Seeds, SAMUEL, 2015.
  • Ministry Matters, June 14, 2015.
  • Starters for Sunday, 2015. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
  • The Center for Excellence in Preaching, resources from Calvin Theological Seminary: Comments & Observations, Textual Points, illustration ideas, 2015.
  • Social Justice Lectionary, Dr. Bruce Sweet, 2015.
  • Lectionary at Lunch: MP3, Windows Media, and Real Audio files of lectures by professors at Concordia Seminary, St Louis, MO (LCMS), 2015.
  • Weekly Evangelectionary for Sunday, June 10, 2012, Bruce Laverman.
  • Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, Pentecost +3, 2012, Jeanyne B. Slettom, "...bringing process-relational thought to people of faith."
  • Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Proper 6, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
  • Preaching Peace commentary, Jeff Krantz & Michael Hardin.
  • Rumors, for June 14, 2009, Ralph Milton, "Sermon helps for preachers with a sense of humor."
  • Text Studies, D. Nelson. (Lutheran)
  • Jesus Now, Proper 6B. Lectionary, study and worship resources from Faith Futures Jesus Then & Now.
  • Readings, Analysis of Texts and Preaching Paths, Dennis Bratcher, Christian Resource Institute. (Church of the Nazarene.)
• 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).
  • 1 Samuel 15:34-16:13 / Ezekiel 17:22-24
  • Psalm 20 / Psalm 92
  • 2 Corinthians 5:6-17
  • Mark 4:26-34
• Lectionary Reflections, Discussions & Weblogs:
  • Dear Working Preacher, Karoline Lewis, Working Preacher.
  • Sermon Brainwave, Working Preacher Podcast.
  • ...in the Meantime, David Lose, 2018.
  • Living by the Word, The Christian Century, 2018.
  • peaceonjustice, Barbara Born, 2018.
  • Journey with Jesus, Debie Thomas, 2018.
  • Contemplative Viewfinder, Melissa Bane Sevier, 2018.
  • Modern Metanoia, 2018.
  • Dancing with the Word, Janet Hunt, 2018.
  • Political Theology, 2018.
  • Stewardship of Life, Sharron Blezard, 2018.
  • At the Edge of the Enclosure, Suzanne Guthrie, 2018.
  • Sacredise, 2018.
  • Commentary and Sermon, Andrew Prior, One Man's Web, 2018.
  • A Plain Account, Wesleyan Lectionary Commentary, 2018.
  • Lectionary Blog, Rian Adams, 2018.
  • Prospect, Robert Warren, 2018.
  • Lectionary Ruminations, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2018.
  • RevGalBlogPals commentary and discussion, 11th Hour Preacher Party, 2018.
  • Provoking the Gospel, 2018.
  • Sermon-Stories.com, 2018.
  • Art & Faith Matters, Lynn Miller, celebrating our creative and living God by generating art and architecture resources for congregations and individuals. Art and Faith Matters facebook page contains additional resources.
  • Your Cliche of the Week, Glenn Morison, 2018.
  • Ponderings on a Faith Journey, Bob Cornwall, 2018.
  • Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, 2018.
  • Ekklesia Project, 2018.
  • Law and Gospel Everywhere, Glenn Monson, 2018.
  • Lectionary Greek, Rob Myallis
  • Connections, Next Sunday Resources Illustrations, 2018.
  • Taking Worship Home, 2018.
  • Richard Bryant, Food for Thought, 2018.
  • Insights with Seitz Podcast, Wycliffe College, 2018,
  • Radical Discipleship.Net, "The Wild Lectionary," curated by Laurel Dykstra.
  • RevGalBlogPals, commentary and discussion, 2018. Saturday Night Preachers Party.
  • "Unity: The Spirituality of Jesus's High Priestly Prayer," Rian Adams, 2018.
  • Earthkeeper's Preaching, 2018.
  • Theology of Work, 2018.
  • "Draughting Theology," Steve Pankey, 2018. Daily reflections and study for Sunday.
  • Homily Week, 2018.
  • The Reflectionary, images, reflections, activities, Fay Rowland, 2018.
  • Sunday Scripture Podcast, Joe Cate and friends, 2018.
  • Reading in Church & Other Distractions Podcast, iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, 2018
  • LectioCast - Homebrewed Christianity, 2018.
  • "What I'm Thinking," Eric Anderson, You Tube, RSS, Playlist, 2018.
  • "Crackers & Grape Juice," 2018.
  • Pray As You Can, Reflections, commentary, prayer, poems, etc., Kym Harris, Diocese of Rockhampton, 2018
  • Lectio Divina Podcast, Todd Spencer, 2018.
  • 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, 2018.
  • Break Open the Word, Michael T. Hiller, 2018.
  • Lectionary Poetry, Scott Barton, 2018.
  • One Little Word, David J. Risendal, 2018
  • Hitchhiker's Guide to the Bible, Andy Doyle, Episcopal Diocese of Texas, 2018.
  • The River of Life, Loddon Mallee UCA Presbytery Blog, 2018.
  • Sunday's Child, Daily Lectionary and Reflections on Scripture and World, Una Malachica, 2018.
  • Weekly Reflections on the Christian Faith (lectionary texts), conversations between Mark Smith and David Owen, England Public School Chaplains. 2018
  • Kairos CoMotion Lectionary Dialogue, Wesley White, 2018.
  • Living the Lectionary, Daily RCL reflections, Pr. Phil Heinze, Fort Worth, TX, 2018.
  • The Preacher's Exchange - First Impressions and Homilias Domincales / Homilias Breves. Jude Siciliano, O.P., 2018.
  • SacraConversazione, discussion of the texts in terms of traditions of interpreters, from a postmodern perspective, 2018.
  • Lectionary Scripture Notes, Dr. Norman Beck, 2018.
  • Former Resources:
  • 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. 2015.
  • "Preach the Truth Slant," David Lose, ...in the Meantime, 2015.
  • "A Life in Parables," Karoline Lewis, Dear Working Preacher, 2015.
  • "Changing the Conversation: Black Lives Do Matter," Bridgett Green, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2015. Discussion Questions. Video: Racism on Campus - Noose Found at Duke Uniersity.
  • "Under Pressure," RevGalBlogPals commentary and discussion. Don't miss the 11th Hour Preacher Party on Saturday!
  • "Point of View," Dan Clendenin, the Journey with Jesus, 2015. 2012. 2009.
  • "Draughting Theology," Steve Pankey, 2015. Daily reflections and study for Sunday.
  • "The Mustard Seed," David Sellery, 2015.
  • "Bold Proclamation and Compassionate Justice," Porter Taylor, The Liturgical Theologian, 2015.
  • Visions from the Catacombs, Catacomb Churches, 2015.
  • "Scattering Seeds," Suzanne Guthrie, At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2015.
  "Mysteries of God's Realm," Bob Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2015.
  • "The Potato Kingdom," Melissa Bane Sevier, Contemporary Viewfinder, 2015.
  • "The Right to Interpret the Will of God," John C. Holbert, Opening the Old Testament, 2015.
  • "Kingdoms and Mustard Seeds," Eric Smith, LECTIO, 2015.
  • "Better Call Saul?" podcast telling of the story of the rejection of King Saul and the anointing of King David, Casey FitzGerald, Story Divine, 2015.
  • "Do You, or I, or Anyone Know...?" Patrick W.T. Johnson, Missional Preaching: Equipping for Witness, 2015.
  • "Mysterious marvels of God's Reign," Glenn Monson, Law & Gospel Everywhere, 2015.
  • "Anointed by..." Lynn Miller, Art & Faith Matters, celebrating our creative and living God by generating art and architecture resources for congregations and individuals. Art and Faith Matters facebook page contains additional resources.
  • "Perfectly Ordinary," Journey to Penuel, 2015.
  • Sermon Stories, 2015.
  • Faith & Wonder, video telling of 1 Samuel 16:1-13, Heather West, 2015.
  • "The Reign of God: Something New under the Sun!" Janet Hunt, 2015. 2012.
  • "Of David, Twigs, and Seeds - a lesson about the Kingdom of God," Bruce Maples, 2015.
  • Bible Leads, Christopher Gudger-Raines, Deeply Plaid, 2015.
  • "Large Things in Small Parishes," Kyle Childress, Ekklesia Project, 2015.
  • "The Sprig," Rick Morley, a garden path, 2015.
  • Lectionary Ruminations, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2015.
  • The Politics of Living Consistently, Stephen Dawson, Political Theology Today, 2015.
  • Care for Creation Commentary, Leah Schade, Lutherans Restoring Creation, 2015.
  • "Thoreau, Jesus, and Civil Disobedience," Robert Stuhlmann, Stories from a Priestly Life, 2015.
  • "Planting Parables," Thomas Beam, 2015.
  • "Four Traits of Effective Leaders," Steve Goodier, Life Support System, 2015.
  • Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2018.
  • "Invisible to the Eye," Larry Patten, 2015.
  • When Samuel Sought the Choice of Heaven, Scott Barton poetry, 2015.
  • Richard Bryant, Food for Thought, 2015.
  • Pray As You Can, Reflections, commentary, prayer, poems, etc., Kym Harris, Diocese of Rockhampton, 2015.
  • Lectio Divina Podcast, Todd Spencer, 2015.
  • "Ten Minutes on a Tuesday," a weekly resource for preachers and worship leaders, The Methodist Church of New Zealand, 2015.
  • 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, 2015.
  • Break Open the Word, Michael T. Hiller, 2015.
  • One Little Word, David J. Risendal, 2015.
  • Hitchhiker's Guide to the Bible, Andy Doyle, Episcopal Diocese of Texas, 2015.
  • The River of Life, Loddon Mallee UCA Presbytery Blog, 2015.
  • The Hardest Question, 2015.
  • Sunday's Child, Daily Lectionary and Reflections on Scripture and World, Una Malachica, 2015.
  • Stillspeaking Daily Devotional, UCC.org. Daily devotional for Twitter. (Daily RCL)
  • Weekly Reflections on the Christian Faith (lectionary texts), conversations between Mark Smith and David Owen, England Public School Chaplains. 2015
  • Kairos CoMotion Lectionary Dialogue, Wesley White, 2015.
  • Living the Lectionary, Daily RCL reflections, Pr. Phil Heinze, Fort Worth, TX, 2015.
  • The Preacher's Exchange - First Impressions and Homilias Domincales / Homilias Breves. Jude Siciliano, O.P., 2015.
  • SacraConversazione, discussion of the texts in terms of traditions of interpreters, from a postmodern perspective, 2015.
  • COSLC Grace Notes, Pastor Dan Bollerud, Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Anchorage, AK. Meditations & poetry, 2015.
  • Lectionary Scripture Notes, Dr. Norman Beck.
  • "Pariahs No More!" Rev. Dr. Alvin Jackson, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2012.
  • "Mission Possible," David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2012.
  • Lectionary Blogging, John Petty, Progressive Involvement, 2012.
  • Liberal Lectionary Resources, Pentecost 3, Mary Lautensleger, 2012.
  • "Growing Season" Sharron R Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2012.
  • "The Rhythm of Organic Kingdom Growth," Peter Woods, I Am Listening, 2012.
  • "Snowing in Haiti," Rick Morley, 2012.
  • "Eyes to See," Jessie Larkins, Ekklesia Project, 2012.
  • "Seedtime and Harvest," Come to the Garden,"Scattering Seeds," Soulwork toward Sunday, Suzanne Guthrie, At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2012.
  • "Secret of the Seed," Jan Richardson, The Painted Prayerbook, 2012. Use of images.
  • The Worship Closet, Amy Loving, 2012.
  • Sermon Notes for June 17, Michael Rich, In-Formatio, 2012.
  • "A Spot of Mustard," Katie Munnik, The Presbyterian Record, 2012.
  • "What Good Fathers Know," Alyce McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, Patheos, 2012.
  • Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2012.
  • Care for Creation Commentary, Dennis Ormseth, Lutherans Restoring Creation, 2012.
  • Interim Transitions Lectionary Connections, Proper 6B, Bob Anderson, ShortStop: Lectionary Preaching in Times of Transition, 2012.
  • "Never without a Story," Neil Chappell, a weird thing, 2012.
  • Lectionary Ruminations, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2012.
  • "Page Turner," Larry Patten, 2012.
  • The Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2009.
  • "Just a Kid. Just a Seed. Just a Church," Joel Shuman, The Ekklesia Project, 2009.
  • Articles from The Christian Century:
    • "Arguing with Paul," Michael A. King, 2006.
  • "Living the Word," at Sojourners:
    • "By Faith, Not Sight," Michaela Bruzzese, "Be Still and Know," 2009.
    • "1. Scatter Seeds 2. Sleep," Robert Roth, "Not Drunk, Just Not Sober," 2006.
  • 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):
  • Day 1, 2018.
  • A Sermon For Every Sunday, video sermons, 2018.
  • Ministry Matters, 2018.
  • Weekly Sermon/Illustration, Fredrick Buechner.
  • Göttinger Predigten im Internet: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors, 2018.
  • Sermons That Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2018.
  • "Big Enough," Stephen McKinney-Whitaker, Day1, 2015.
  • "Noisy Spring," Dr. Kimberleigh Buchanan, Day 1, 2009.
• Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
  • Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2018.
  • Bible Study, Episcopal Digital Network, 2018.
  • Points for Preaching and Teaching, (study sheet and teaching video) 2015.The Lectionary Lab, Proper 6B, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2012.
  • "Changing the Conversation: Black Lives Do Matter," Bridgett Green, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2015. Discussion Questions. Video: Racism on Campus - Noose Found at Duke Uniersity.
  • "Best for Last," Faith Elements podcast and video, 2015.
  • "Flourishing," Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2015.
  • Lectionary Notes, Proper 6, Rev. Beth Quick and the Lectionary Chat Group Bible Study of St. Paul's UMC, Oneida, NY.
  • "Hearing Is Believing," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Parables," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2006. (Mark 4)
  • "What's Retirement For?" study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Aging," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2003. (Psalm 92)
  • Light on the Lessons, Lutheran Bible Ministries. .doc file leaders guide and participant guide for group study of the weekly lectionary readings. (Scroll down past chart of CEV 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.

OnLine Worship and Liturgy Resources

• The Text This Week's Pentecost Resources Page.
• Complete Liturgies and General Worship Planning Resources:
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc. (Terms of Use)
  • Lectionary Liturgies, Thom Shuman, 2018.
  • Ministry Matters, 2018.
  • Order of Worship and Planning Notes, United Methodist Church, 2018.
  • Sacredise, 2018.
  • Mustard Seeds. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia, 2018.
  • Worship Resources, Rev Mindi, Rev-o-lution, 2018.
  • Life In Liturgy, Disciples of Christ, 2018.
  • Stewardship of Life, Sharron Blezard, 2018.
  • Worship and Liturgy Resources, Trinity, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia, 2018.
  • Liturgy for the Celebration of Life. Liturgies from a Progressive/Post-Liberal Theology, Revd Rex A.E. Hunt, Uniting Church in Australia.
  • Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
  • Former Resources:
  • Preaching Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2015.
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2015. (Terms of Use)
  • Life in Liturgy, Disciples of Christ, 2015.
  • Ministry Matters, June 14, 2015.
  • Lectionary Liturgies, Ordinary 11, 2015, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
  • Worship Resources, Pentecost 3, Rev Mindi, Rev-o-lution, 2015.
  • LCA Worship Planning Page, Pentecost 3, 2015, "Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship."
  • Mustard Seeds, "Looking on the Inside," Proper 6, 2015. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • Liturgy for the Celebration of Life, Pentecost +3, 2012. Liturgies from a Progressive/Post-Liberal Theology, Revd Rex A.E. Hunt, Uniting Church in Australia.
• 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.
  • Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
  • Worship Ways, prayers and liturgical resources. UCC. Español.
  • Prayers of the People, Richard J. Einerson, sample prayers from Prayers of the People: Pastoral Prayers for Worship and Personal Devotion.
  • Starters for Sunday. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
  • Prayers and Musical Ideas. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc. (Terms of Use)
  • World in Prayer, the Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist, Lodi, California. Prayers. Prayers and litanies based on each week's world news, 2018.
  • Hymns and Music Notes, United Methodist Church, 2018.
  • Point of Contact - Where Life and Worship Intersect, Julie Gvillo, Call to Worship is published on Tuesday mornings. The Confession piece is published on Wednesday mornings. And the Prayers of the People is published on Friday mornings.
  • Reclaim Weekly Worship Prayers, 2018.
  • Liturgical Resources, (Ir)revBrent, 2018
  • Engage Worship, 2018.
  • Former Resources:
  • 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.
  • Outside the Box, Proper 6B, litanies, poems and prayers written for the local church, by Katherine Hawker.
  • Worship Resources, Proper 6B, John van de Laar, Sacredise.
  • "Liturgy: prayers reflection," reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand. Common Worship C of E.
  • Meditation Prompts and Prayers, Proper 6B, 2009. Suzanne Guthrie, At the End of Enclosure.
  • Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
  • Call to Worship, Mary-Jane Konings, 2012.
  • The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 20, (Pentecost 3B), Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2012.
  • A Litany for Father's Day, Rick Morley, 2012.
  • Words for Worship, The Worship Closet, Amy Loving, 2012.
  • Starters for Sunday, 2015. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
  • Prayers and Musical Ideas, 2015. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2015. .rtf file at this link. (Terms of Use)
  • World in Prayer, the Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist, Lodi, California. Prayers. Prayers and litanies based on each week's world news.
  • Worship Ways, prayers and liturgical resources. UCC. Español.
  • Preaching Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2015.
  • Prayers of the People, Richard J. Einerson, sample prayers from Prayers of the People: Pastoral Prayers for Worship and Personal Devotion.
  • Liturgy Link, "a community creating for the relentless return of Sunday."
  • Words for Worship, Reclaim, 2015, (.pdf).
  • Confession RCL, Bill Wessner, 2015.
  • "Scattering Seeds," Suzanne Guthrie, At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2015.
  • Prayers of the People, Lowell Grisham, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Fayetteville, Arkansas, 2015.
  • "Bold Proclamation and Compassionate Justice," Porter Taylor, The Liturgical Theologian, 2015.
• Graphics & Multimedia:
  • Art in the Christian Tradition, Jean and Alexander Heard, Vanderbilt Divinity Library. Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial ShareAlike 3.0 License.
  • Hermanoleon Clipart, Sunday 11. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
  • Clip Art Images: Mark 4:26-34, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
  • 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.
  • Mustard Seeds, "Looking on the Inside," Proper 6, 2015. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • Visual Theology, Faithful Images, Dave Perry, reflections and images usually tied to RCL texts.
  • Agnus Day, Lectionary cartoon by James Wetzstein
  • Bubbles, Dollar Store Children's Sermon, John Stevens, 2015.
  • "Changing the Conversation: Black Lives Do Matter," Bridgett Green, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2015. Discussion Questions. Video: Racism on Campus - Noose Found at Duke Uniersity.
  • Points for Preaching and Teaching, (study sheet and teaching video) 2015.The Lectionary Lab, Proper 6B, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2012.
  • "Best for Last," Faith Elements podcast and video, 2015.
  • Faith & Wonder, video telling of 1 Samuel 16:1-13, Heather West, 2015.
  • "Better Call Saul?" podcast telling of the story of the rejection of King Saul and the anointing of King David, Casey FitzGerald, Story Divine, 2015.
  • Lectionary Clips and Hymns facebook page.
• Hymns and Music:
  • Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
    • Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, Lectionary-based new hymns.
    • Hymns and Music Notes, United Methodist Church, 2018.
    • “The Love of Christ Jesus is Urging Us On,” an original hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, celebrating God’s reconciling love in Christ and our call to ministry of reconciliation, tune:  FOUNDATION 11.11.11.11 (“How Firm a Foundation”).
    • "Smallest Seed," Brenton Prigge, 7.7.7.7., New Hymn, 2009.
  • Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
    • Hymn and Song Suggestions, Natalie Sims. annotated suggestions from Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
    • Hymns and Music Notes, United Methodist Church, 2018.
    • Together to Celebrate, Contemporary Worship Songs, David MacGregor.
    • Prayers and Musical Ideas. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
    • Former Resources:
    • Hymn and Song Suggestions, Pentecost 3, 2015, 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, 2015.
    • Preaching Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2015.
    • Shepherd Sounds, Pentecost 3. 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.")
    • Hymn selections (United Methodist) and more from Hymnsite.com.
    • Hymnary.org, hymns, scores, media, information.
    • The Billabong by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in Australia: Hymn suggestions and paraphrases of lectionary Psalms.
    • Sing for Joy, Ordinary 11, 2009. Choral reflections on this week's lectionary readings, St. Olaf College.
    • Starters for Sunday, 2015. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
    • Prayers and Musical Ideas, 2015. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
    • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2015. .rtf file at this link. (Terms of Use)
    • Together to Celebrate, Pentecost 3, 2015, David MacGregor, Uniting Church in Australia. Contemporary Christian Music resources.
• With Children (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
  • "Storypath Lectionary Links: Connecting Children's Literature with our Faith Story," Union Presbyterian Seminary.
  • Dollar Store Children Sermons, 2018.
  • Ministry Matters, 2018.
  • Stewardship of Life, Sharron Blezard, 2018.
  • Children's Sermon, Faith Formation Journeys, 2018.
  • "Sermon of the Week," / "Mensajes para ninos," Sermons 4 Kids, Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com.
  • Former Resources:
  • Worshiping with Children, Proper 6B, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2015. 2012. Planning for NINE Weeks of Summer David Stories, Carolyn C. Brown, Worshiping with Children, 2015.
  • "Storypath Lectionary Links: Connecting Children's Literature with our Faith Story," June 14, 2015, Union Presbyterian Seminary. 2012.
  • Children's Sermon/Worship Station, Faith Formation Journeys, 2015.
  • "Are We There Yet?" Frances Woodruff, On the Chancel Steps, 2012.
  • Bubbles, Dollar Store Children's Sermon, John Stevens, 2015.
  • "God's Chosen," Dianne Deming, Childrens Sermons Today, 2012.
  • Ministry Matters, June 17, 2012.
  • Weekly Devotions, Faith Formation Journeys, 2012.
  • "Small Things," 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.
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2015. (Terms of Use)
• Children's Bulletins (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
  • Taking Worship Home, 2018.
  • Weekly Devotion Page, Faith Formation Journeys, 2018.
  • Coloring Pages/Puzzles. Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com. (Scroll to bottom of page.)
• Drama (see listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
  • Mustard Seeds, "Looking on the Inside," Proper 6, 2012. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
• 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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