Christ the King / Reign of Christ C
Proper 29C / Ordinary 34C / Pentecost +24
November 24, 2019
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Jeremiah 23:1-6
Roman
Catholic reading:
2 Samuel 5:1-3
Luke 1:68-79
Psalm 46
Roman Catholic reading: Psalm 122:1-5
United Methodist reading:
Luke 1:68-79
Colossians 1:11-20
Roman
Catholic reading:
Colossians 1:12-20
Luke 23:33-43
Roman
Catholic reading:
Luke 23:35-43
Reading and Studying the Text This Week
- Texts:
- Illustrated lectionary readings at Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
- Roman Catholic Lectionary Readings from the New American Bible.
- Episcopal Lectionary: BCP - RCL.
- Lutheran lectionary readings, Year C, from the ELCA site.
- United Methodist lectionary readings.
- 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 - Lectionary for Sundays and Festivals Scripture Reference.
- Images and Movies:
- Images linked at The Text This Week's Art Concordance:
- Movies listed at The
Text This Week's Movie Concordance, with the following themes:
- Take a look at the movie "Chariots of Fire" for a great clip about ultimate allegiance. Eric is forced to stand in front of the prince and the chair of the Olympic committee and literally choose between allegiance to the state and allegiance to God.
- Suffering Servant figures
- Faith
- Covenant
- Death/Grief
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Commentary, Exegesis & Sermon Preparation (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
- Annotated list of "starting place" articles at ATLAS for this week's texts (includes direct links).
- Preaching This Week commentary, WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2016, 2013. 2010.
- Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives, Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, 2016. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. The Sunday Web Site of Saint Louis University. (Español)
- Preaching Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2016.
- Pulpit Fiction, plus podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2016.
- "Together in Christ," Kathryn Matthews, Semon Seeds, 2016.
- The Adventurous Lectionary, Bruce Epperly, Living a Holy Adventure, 2016.
- Ministry Matters, 2016.
- Weekly Worship. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2019.
- This Week at PreachingIllustrations.com, 2016.
- Social Justice Lectionary, Bruce Sweet, 2016.
- The Center for Excellence in Preaching, resources from Calvin Theological Seminary: Comments & Observations, Textual Points, Illustration Ideas, 2016.
- Lectionary at Lunch: MP3, Windows Media, and Real Audio files of lectures by professors at Concordia Seminary, St Louis, MO (LCMS), 2016.
- "'Christ the Crucified' Sunday," D. Mark Davis, Left Behind and Loving It, 2013.
- The Lectionary Lab, The Reign of Christ, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2013. Lectionary Lab Live podcast.
- Pulpit Fiction, plus podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2013.
- "Universality and Intimacy," Bruce Epperly, The Adventurous Lectionary, 2013
- "Preaching 'Reign of Christ' Sunday as a Progressive Christian," Carl Gregg, Patheos, 2010.
- Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Reign of Christ C, Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
- Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Christ the King, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
- Jesus Now, Proper (Ordinary) 34C. 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.)
- Text Studies, Christ the King, Diedrik Nelson. (Lutheran)
- 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:
- 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. 2016.
- "Who and What Is Your King?" Karoline Lewis, Dear Working Preacher, 2016.
- "What Kind of King Do You Want?" David Lose, ...in the meantime,2016.
- "Heeding God's Relentless Demand for Justice," Keith Anderson, ON Scripture, 2016.
- Living by the Word, Scott D. Anderson, The Christian Century, 2016.
- "Kingdom of the Son," John W. Martens, America, 2016.
- Christ the King C, Terrance Callan, Mount St Mary Seminary, 2016.
- peaceonjustice, Barbara Born, 2016.
- "A King for This Hour," Debie Thomas, Journey with Jesus, 2016.
- The Truett Pulpit, 2016.
- "Temporal and Eternal," Suzanne Guthrie, At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2016.
- Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2016.
- "Draughting Theology," Steve Pankey, 2016. Daily reflections and study for Sunday.
- Homily Week, 2016.
- "What Kind of King?" David Sellery, 2016.
- "Not Saving Self? What's with That?" Glenn Monson, Law & Gospel Everywhere, 2016.
- "At the Brink of Times," Nancy Rockwell, The Bite in the Apple, 2016.
- "Be Still, Steward!" Sharron Blezard, 2016.
- "For the sake of all for whom Jesus Died," Janet H Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2016.
- "Inheriting light," Melissa Bane Sevier, Contemplative Viewfinder, 2016.
- The Reflectionary, Fay Rowland, reflections and activities, 2016.
- "Kingdom of the Son," John W. Martens, America: The National Catholic Review, 2016.
- "God's Kingdom Breaking In," Casey Cross, Modern Metanoia, 2016.
- Lectionary Poetry, Scott Barton, 2016.
- Lectionary Ruminations, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2016.
- Richard Bryant, Food for Thought, 2016.
- Pray As You Can, Reflections, commentary, prayer, poems, etc., Kym Harris, Diocese of Rockhampton, 2016.
- Lectio Divina Podcast, Todd Spencer, 2016.
- 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, 2016.
- Break Open the Word, Michael T. Hiller, 2016.
- One Little Word, David J. Risendal, 2016.
- Hitchhiker's Guide to the Bible, Andy Doyle, Episcopal Diocese of Texas, 2016.
- The River of Life, Loddon Mallee UCA Presbytery Blog, 2016.
- Sunday's Child, Daily Lectionary and Reflections on Scripture and World, Una Malachica, 2016.
- Weekly Reflections on the Christian Faith (lectionary texts), conversations between Mark Smith and David Owen, England Public School Chaplains. 2016
- Kairos CoMotion Lectionary Dialogue, Wesley White, 2016.
- Living the Lectionary, Daily RCL reflections, Pr. Phil Heinze, Fort Worth, TX, 2016.
- The Preacher's Exchange - First Impressions and Homilias Domincales / Homilias Breves. Jude Siciliano, O.P., 2016.
- SacraConversazione, discussion of the texts in terms of traditions of interpreters, from a postmodern perspective, 2016.
- COSLC Grace Notes, Pastor Dan Bollerud, Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Anchorage, AK. Meditations & poetry, 2016.
- Lectionary Scripture Notes, Dr. Norman Beck, 2016.
- Sacredise Worship Resources, 2013.
- "The King of Second Chances," David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2013.
- "The Death of Thanksgiving," Henry G. Brinton, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2013.
- "YHWH Is Our Righteousness," John C. Holbert, Opening the Old Testament, 2013.
- "What Kind of King Is This?" Alyce M. McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, 2013.
- "'They Say There's Another King, One Called Jesus,'" Daniel B. Clendenin, The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2013. 2007.
- "Remembered," Janet H. Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2013.
- Draughting Theology, Steve Pankey, 2013.
- "Today You Will Be With Me in Paradise," Theological Stew, Linda Fabian Pepe, 2013.
- "At the Feet of the King," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013.
- "What Kind of King?" David Sellery, 2013.
- Care for Creation Commentary, Leah Schade, Lutherans Restoring Creation, 2013.
- "Attentiveness to God's Reign," Daniel Benedict, Upper Room Books, 2013.
- "Temporal and Eternal," Suzanne Guthrie, At The Edge of the Enclosure, 2013.
- "What Kind of King?" Christopher Burkett, PreacherRhetorica, 2013.
- "Of Taunts and Thieves," Thomas Beam, 2013.
- "Giving Thanks," sermon discussion from Frederick Buechner, Frederick Buechner Blog.
- "Declare that the Dawn Is Coming," Robb McCoy, The Fat Pastor, 2013.
- "A Hero for Our Time," Steve Goodier, Life Support System, 2013.
- Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2013.
- Christ the King, Alyce McKenzie, Patheos, 2010.
- "Christ the King, Christ the Head," Paul Bellan-Boyer, City Called Heaven, 2010.
- The Saturday Night Theologian, Reign of Christ, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2007.
- Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Last Sunday after Pentecost, Year C, 2004. (Episcopal Lectionary) Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church.
- 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):
- "The Reign of Remembrance," Elaine Dreeben, Day 1, 2016.
- "Today!" by Michael Renninger. A Sermon for Every Sunday. Video sermons from America's best preachers for every Sunday of the liturgical year.
- "The King of Love," Sil Galvan, 2016.
- "What does 'king' mean to you?" the Rev. Machrina L. Blasdell, Sermons that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2013.
- Fiesta de Cristo Rey(C) – 2013, el Rvdo. Gonzalo Antonio Rendon-Ospina, Sermones que Iluminan.
- "Be Still," sermon discussion from Frederick Buechner, Frederick Buechner Blog.
- Ministry Matters, 2016.
- Göttinger Predigten im Internet: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors, 2016.
- "Image of the Invisible," the Rev. Dr. Fred R. Anderson, Day 1, 2007.
- Christ the King Sermons, Pastor Edward F. Markquart, Grace Lutheran Church, Seattle, Washington.
- Feast of Christ the King, Andrew M. Greeley, "author, priest, sociologist," 2004.
- Father Andrew M. Greeley, "Priest, Author, Sociologist," Commentary and Homily, 2001.
- Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
- "Seeking Unity," Faith Element, 2013.
- "God's Path of Peace," Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2016.
- Bible Study, Christ the King, 2013, Joseph Farnes, Seminary of the Southwest, Sermons that Work, Episcopal Digital Network.
- Estudio de la Biblia. Fiesta de Cristo Rey (C) por Joseph Farnes, Sermones que Iluminan, 2013.
- "Light to Those Who Sit in Darkness," Proper 29C, Lesson Plans that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2013.
- Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2013.
- "Reading God's Creation," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Caring for Creation," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2013. Focus article, "The Book of the Word: Reading God's Creation," Elizabeth Theokritoff. (Colossians 1)
- "The Christian Way of Knowing," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Where Wisdom is Found," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2009. (Colossians 1:15-20) Focus article, "The Christian Way of Knowing," Jonathan R. Wilson.
- "The Meaning of Vocation," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Vocation," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2004. (Colossians 1)
- "Loosening Our Grip," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Mysticism," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2005. (Colossians 1)
- 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.
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Complete Liturgies (including hymns & prayers):
- Preaching Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2016.
- Ministry Matters, 2016.
- Taking Worship Home, Breen Sipes, Tri-Saints Lutheran Parish, 2016.
- Worship and Liturgy Resources, Pentecost 25, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Worship Resources, Rev. Mindi, Rev-o-lution, 2013.
- LCA Worship Planning Page, Last Sunday of the Church Year, "Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship."
- Sacredise Worship Resources, 2016.
- "At the Feet of the King," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013.
- Mustard Seeds, "Servant Power," Christ the King C, 2013. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- Worship and Liturgy Resources, Ordinary 33, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Ordinary 33, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
- Liturgy for Christ the King Sunday, Rev. Thomas L. Weitzel, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
- 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.
- The Billabong, Reign of Christ, by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in Australia: Hymn suggestions and paraphrases of lectionary Psalms.
- Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
- "Liturgy: prayer reflection", reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand. (NZPB/HKMA)
- Weekly Worship. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2019.
- Preaching Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2016.
- Confession RCL, Bill Wessner, 2013.
- Call to Worship, Mary Jane Konings, 2013.
- Prayers and Musical Ideas, Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, 2013. The Sunday Web Site of Saint Louis University. (Español)
- "Temporal and Eternal," Suzanne Guthrie, At The Edge of the Enclosure, 2013.
- Prayers of the People, Lowell Grisham, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Fayetteville, Arkansas, 2013. (Track 1 and track 2 - scroll down)
- World in Prayer, the Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist, Lodi, California. Prayers. Prayers and litanies based on each week's world news.
- Liturgy Link, 2016.
- Reclaim Weekly Worship Prayers.
- Liturgical Resources, (Ir)revBrent, 2016
- Engage Worship, 2016.
- Graphics and Multimedia (see also listings at individual
scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
- Art in the Christian Tradition, Jean and Alexander Heard, Vanderbilt Divinity Library. Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial ShareAlike 3.0 License.
- HermanoLeón Clipart, Christ the King. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
- Images for this week's readings, Pitts Theology Library Digital Image Archive.
- Clip Art, Christ the King C, Fr. Richard Lonsdale, Resources for Catholic Educators.
- Clip Art Images: Luke 23:33-43, Luke 23:33-43 #2, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
- Christ the King at Cerezo Barredo's weekly gospel illustrations. Follows Latin American Roman Catholic gospel reading. Liberation emphasis.
- The sign above Jesus during the crucifixion, audio telling, story in episodes, graphic, audio and written commentaries. Go Tell Communications, Biblical Storytelling for the Global Village, 2010.
- Agnus Day, Lectionary cartoon by James Wetzstein.
- Church Galleries sample - free powerpoint download for this week's lectionary scripture(s).
- "Apron," video, John Stevens, Dollar Store Children's Sermons, 2013.
- Mustard Seeds, "Servant Power," Christ the King C, 2013. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- "The Death of Thanksgiving," Henry G. Brinton, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2013. (Video: What people are thankful for).
- "Seeking Unity," Faith Element, 2013.
- Hymns and Music:
- Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
- 'Lord, When Were You in Prison?' Text: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette. Tune:
ST. CHRISTOPHER 7.6.8.6.8.6.8.6 ('Beneath the Cross of Jesus') A new hymn lifts up a number of biblical themes related to justice, mercy, prison, even the death penalty, with reference to Jesus on the cross asking God to forgive. The United Methodist Worship Office has this hymn with the music as a free, downloadable file.
- 'Lord, When Were You in Prison?' Text: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette. Tune:
- Psalm Settings:
- "God Our Refuge and Strength," lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry. See Terms of Use.
- Psalm 46 set to Sweet Hour (LMD) by Dale A. Schoening, Metrical Psalms.
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Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
- Hymn and Song Suggestions, Reign of Christ / Christ the King, 2016, 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, 2016.
- 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.")
- Worship Resource Manual, The Moravian Church, Southern Province. Worksheets for planning music in worship: hymns, anthems, solos, organ repertoire suggestions for RCL texts. Direct link to Reign of Christ.
- Hymnary.org, hymns, scores, media, information.
- The Billabong, by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in Australia: Hymn suggestions and paraphrases of lectionary Psalms.
- Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
- Choral Anthem Project, Ordinary 34C / Christ the King, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
- Sing for Joy, Christ the King, 2007. Choral reflections on this week's lectionary readings, St. Olaf College.
- Weekly Worship. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2019.
- Prayers and Musical Ideas, Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, 2013. The Sunday Web Site of Saint Louis University. (Español)
- Together to Celebrate, 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 26, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2013. 2010.
- "Storypath Lectionary Links: Connecting Children's Literature with our Faith Story," 2016., Union Presbyterian Seminary.
- "The End Is the Beginning (Without End)," Fran Woodruff, On The Chancel Steps, 2013.
- "Apron," video, John Stevens, Dollar Store Children's Sermons, 2013.
- "Light to Those Who Sit in Darkness," Proper 29C, Lesson Plans that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2013.
- Ministry Matters, 2016.
- Little People, Big Word, D Ditmer, 2013.
- "At the Feet of the King," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013.
- "King Backward," Charles Kirkpatrick, Sermons4kids.com.
- Story for Children's Worship and Family Activity, Ordinary 33, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding.
- Mustard Seeds, "Servant Power," Christ the King C, 2013. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- "Sermon of the Week," / "Mensajes para ninos," Sermons 4 Kids, Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com.
- Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2013.
- Children's Bulletins (see also listings at individual
scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
- Weekly Household Devotions, Faith Formation Journeys, 2013.
- 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, 2013. (pdf)
- Coloring Pages/Puzzles. Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com. (Scroll to bottom of page.)
- Christ the King Wordsearch, Charles Kirkpatrick, sermons4kids.com.
- Lectionary Puzzles, Reign of Christ/Christ the King. Word search puzzles in RTF or plain text, by Reg McMillan, St.Stephen's Presbyterian Church, Peterborough, Ontario.
- 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.