Proper 9B/Ordinary 14B/Pentecost 7
July 8, 2018
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Click on Scripture Lessons below for study links and resources:
2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10
or Ezekiel 2:1-5
Roman Catholic reading: Ezekiel 2:2-5
United Methodist reading: 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10
Psalm 48
or Psalm 123
Roman Catholic reading: Psalm 123:1-4
United Methodist reading: Psalm 48
2 Corinthians 12:2-10
Roman
Catholic reading: 2 Corinthians
12:7-10
Mark 6:1-13
Roman
Catholic reading: Mark 6:1-6
Possible Themes: God's Call/Sending Forth, Mission, Evangelism, Healing, Grace, Strength, Power - Strength/Weakness, Following Christ, Acceptance/Rejection
Reading and Studying the Text This Week
- Texts:
- Illustrated lectionary readings at 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.
- 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..
- 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.
- PCUSA - Daily/Weekly Lectionary Readings.
- Images and Movies:
- Images Linked at The Text This Week's Art Concordance, with the following themes:
- The rejection of Jesus by his neighbors at Nazareth is mirrored in the rejection of a humble assistant produce manager in the delightful comedy Oh, God! Ed Mc Nulty, Visual Parables.
- 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):
- 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 Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2015.
- Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives, Ordinary 14, 2015. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
- Preaching This Week commentaries of RCL texts at WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2015.
- Pulpit Fiction, plus podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2015.
- SAMUEL, Kathryn Matthews Huey, Sermon Seeds, 2015.
- Points for Preaching and Teaching, (study sheet and teaching video) 2015. The Lectionary Lab, Proper 9B, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2012.
- Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, 2015.
- Ministry Matters, July 5, 2015.
- Weekly Evangelectionary, 2015.
- Social Justice Lectionary, Dr. Bruce Sweet, 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.
- Lectionary at Lunch: MP3, Windows Media, and Real Audio files of lectures by professors at Concordia Seminary, St Louis, MO (LCMS), 2015.
- "Mission Grounded in Rejection," D Mark Davis, raw translation and exegesis/questions, Left Behind and Loving It, 2012.
- Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, Proper 9, 2012, Paul Nancarrow, "...bringing process-relational thought to people of faith."
- The Adventurous Lectionary, Pentecost 6, Bruce Epperly, Living a Holy Adventure, 2012.
- Weekly Evangelectionary, Bruce Laverman, Evangelism Connections, 2012.
- Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
- Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Proper 9, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
- Jesus Now, Proper 9B. Lectionary, study and worship resources from Faith Futures Jesus Then & Now.
- Text Studies, D. Nelson. (Lutheran)
- Rumors, for July 5, 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.)
- 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. Karoline Lewis, and Matt Skinner, discussing the week's passages in light of current events. At Luther Seminary's WorkingPreacher.org. 2015.
- "...in the Meantime," David Lose, 2015.
- Dear Working Preacher, Karoline Lewis, 2015.
- Journey with Jesus, Dan Clendenin, 2015.
- Ponderings on a Faith Journey, Bob Cornwall, 2015.
- At the Edge of the Enclosure, Suzanne Guthrie, 2015.
- RevGalBlogPalscommentary and discussion. Don't miss the 11th Hour Preacher Party on Saturday!
- Dancing with the Word, Janet H. Hunt, 2015.
- Porter Taylor, The Liturgical Theologian, 2015.
- "Draughting Theology," Steve Pankey, 2015. Daily reflections and study for Sunday.
- A Different Heresy, Peter Lockhart, 2015.
- "Bible Leads," Deeply Plaid, 2015.
- 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.
- Lectionary Greek, Rob Myallis, 2015.
- Visions from the Catacombs, Catacomb Churches, 2015.
- Care for Creation Commentary, Leah Schade, Lutherans Restoring Creation, 2015.
- Law and Gospel Everywhere, Glenn Monson, 2015.
- Patrick W.T. Johnson, Missional Preaching: Equipping for Witness, 2015.
- Bruce Maples, 2015.
- Political Theology Today, 2015.
- Lectionary Ruminations, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2015.
- Thomas Beam, 2015
- Sermon-Stories.com, 2015.
- Story Divine podcast, Casey FitzGerald,, 2015.
- "Journey to Penuel," 2015.
- The Bartimaeus Effect, Travis Meier, 2015.
- Lectionary Notes, Beth Quick, 2015..
- "Every Problem Has a Gift," Steve Goodier, Life Support System, 2015.
- Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2018.
- lectionary poetry, Scott Barton, 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.
- "Something to Do," David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2012.
- "No Priority Like Health, No Place Like Home," Stephanie Buckhanon Crowder, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2012.
- Liberal Lectionary Resources, Pentecost 6, LeDayne McLeese Polaski, Ryusho Jeffus, Shonin, Mary Lautensleger, 2012.
- "Losing Your Mind to Find Your Way," The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2012. 2009.
- "Familiarity Breeds CONTENT," Peter Woods, I Am Listening, 2012.
- "Covered in Dust," Rick Morley, 2012.
- "Traveling Light," Janet Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2012.
- "Are You Coming or Going?" Jan Richardson, The Painted Prayerbook, 2012. Use of images.
- "The Chronophage and the Fullness of Time," Katie Munnik, Presbyterian Record, 2012.
- "Amazing Love," Janice Love, Ekklesia Project, 2012.
- "Can't Get Any Respect!" Bob Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2012.
- "Amazed at their Unbelief," Rev. John Henson, 2012.
- Lectionary Blogging, John Petty, Progressive Involvement, 2012.
- Care for Creation Commentary, Dennis Ormseth, Lutherans Restoring Creation, 2012.
- The Worship Closet, Amy Loving, 2012.
- "Dislocation," Come to the Garden, "Sent out in weakness," Suzanne Guthrie, Soulwork toward Sunday: At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2012.
- Lectionary Reflections, The Word This Week, 2012.
- Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2012.
- "Concrete Footprints," Neil Chappell, A Weird Thing, 2012.
- Lectionary Ruminations, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2012.
- Interim Transitions Lectionary Connections, Proper 9B, Bob Anderson, ShortStop: Lectionary Preaching in Times of Transition, 2012.
- "Welcome Home, Jesus" Larry Patten, 2012.
- "Neither the Best Nor the Brightest," Brian Volck, The Ekklesia Project, 2009.
- "The Gospel of our Weakness," guest essay by Dan Lewis. The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2006.
- Articles at The Christian Century:
- "Power Source," Daniel Harrell, 2006.
- "Paul Almighty," Joanna Adams, 2003.
- "Miracle Worker," Jim Callahan, 2000.
- "Preaching to Deaf Ears," Margaret B. Hess, 1997.
- "Living the Word," at Sojourners:
- "Finding Power in Weakness," Michaela Bruzzese, "A Prophet without Honor," 2009.
- "Savoring Unity," Robert Roth, "The Ways of Shalom," 2006.
- "Prophets in our Midst," Michaela Bruzzese, "Living Bread," 2003.
- 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.org, 2015.
- A Sermon Every Sunday, Grace Inathiu, free audio, subscription video.
- "Paul," Frederick Buechner Sermon Illustrations.
- "Buying the Ticket," Anthony Robinson, Day 1, 2012.
- Ministry Matters, July 5, 2015.
- Göttinger Predigten im Internet: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors, 2012.
- "Strong in the Broken Places," the Rev. Dr. Robert Franklin, Day 1, 2009.
- Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
- Points for Preaching and Teaching, (study sheet and teaching video) 2015. The Lectionary Lab, Proper 9B, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2012.
- Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2015.
- "David Becomes King," Faith Element Discipleship System, "Setting the Bible Free," 2012.
- "Many Bodies, Many Worlds," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Disability," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2013. Focus article: "Many Bodies, Many Worlds," by John Swinton. (2 Corinthians 12)
- Lectionary Notes, Proper 9, Rev. Beth Quick and the Lectionary Chat Group Bible Study of St. Paul's UMC, Oneida, NY.
- "Power Made Perfect in Weakness," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Suffering," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2005. (2 Corinthians 12)
- 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.
- 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.
- Complete Liturgies and General Worship Planning 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.
- Life in Liturgy, Disciples of Christ, 2015.
- Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2015. (Terms of Use)
- LCA Worship Planning Page, 2015, "Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship."
- Ministry Matters, July 5, 2015.
- Mustard Seeds, Proper 9, 2015. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- Worship Resources, 2015, Rev. Mindi, Rev-o-lution.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Ordinary 14, 2015, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
- Worship and Liturgy Resources, Ordinary 14, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
- 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.
- Outside the Box, litanies, poems and prayers written for the local church, by Katherine Hawker.
- Lector's Notes, Ordinary 14, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
- "Liturgy: prayers reflection," reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, NZPB, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand. Common Worship (CofE).
- Political Theology Today, 2015.
- Sunday Prayer, RevAbi, RevGalBlogPals, 2009.
- Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
- Call to Worship, Mary-Jane Konings, 2012.
- The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 48, (Pentecost 6B), Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2012.
- Confession RCL, Bill Wessner, 2012.
- Words for Worship, The Worship Closet, Amy Loving, 2012.
- Weekly Evangelectionary, Bruce Laverman, Evangelism Connections, 2012.
- Words for Worship, The Worship Closet, Amy Loving, 2012.
- Weekly Worship Piece, Joanna Harader, 2012.
- Sunday Prayer, RevGalBlogPals, 2012. 2009.
- 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.
- Conversations, worship elements, Sylvia Purdie, 2015.
- Prayers of the People, Lowell Grisham, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Fayetteville, Arkansas, 2015.
- At the Edge of the Enclosure, Suzanne Guthrie, 2015.
- Liturgy Link, 2015.
- Graphics & Multimedia:
- Hermano León Clipart, Ordinary 14B. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
- Art in the Christian Tradition, Jean and Alexander Heard, Vanderbilt Divinity Library. Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial ShareAlike 3.0 License.
- Clip Art Images: Mark 6:1-6, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
- Ordinary 14 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.
- Mustard Seeds, Proper 9, 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.
- Hymns and Music:
- Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
- “We Hear, Lord, Your Promise,” Carolyn Winfrey Gillette’s hymn celebrating God’s grace even in times of suffering and hardship. Tune: ASH GROVE 6.6.11.6.6.11 D (“Let All Things Now Living”).
- "Able," Brenton Prigge, (Dix 7.7.7.7.7.7.), New Hymn, 2009.
- Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
- Hymn and Song Suggestions, Pentecost 6, 2015, annotated suggestions from Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
- 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 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 14B, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
- 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.
- Choral Anthem Project, Ordinary 14B, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
- Sing for Joy, Ordinary 14, 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 6, 2015, David MacGregor, Uniting Church in Australia. Contemporary Christian Music resources.
- Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
- With Children (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
- Worshiping with Children, Proper 9B, 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.
- Door Stop, Dollar Store Children's Sermon, John Stevens, 2015.
- Childrens Sermon, Faith Formation Journeys, 2015.
- Ministry Matters, July 8, 2012.
- "Pack No THINGS," Frances Woodruff, On the Chancel Steps, 2012.
- "Spreading the Good News," Dianne Deming, Childrens Sermons Today, 2012.
- "Sermon of the Week," / "Mensajes para ninos," Sermons 4 Kids, Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com.
- Story for Children's Worship and Family Activity, Ordinary 14, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding.
- 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)
- CatholicMom.com: Coloring Page, Mass Worksheet, Crossword Puzzle, and Word Search based on weekly gospel text.
- 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.)
- Weekly Devotion, Faith Formation Journeys, 2015.
- 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.
