Click on Scripture Lessons below for study links and resources:

Haggai 1:15b-2:9 or Job 19:23-27a
Roman Catholic reading: 2 Maccabees 7:1-2, 9-14
United Methodist reading: Haggai 1:15b-2:9

Psalm 145:1-5, 17-21 or Psalm 98 or Psalm 17:1-9
Roman Catholic reading: Psalm 17:1-15
United Methodist reading: Psalm 145:1-5, 17-21

2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17
Roman Catholic reading: 2 Thessalonians 2:16 - 3:5
(see also study page for 2 Thess 3:1-5)
3:1-5)

Luke 20:27-38
Roman Catholic reading: Luke 20:27-38 or Luke 20:27, 34-38

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:
• Special Day Resources: Veterans Day, Remembrance Day
• 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).
  • WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2022.
  • Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
  • Preaching with the Sciences, homily outlines, outside resources, Catholic Theological Union, 2022.
  • "The Adventurous Lectionary," Bruce Epperly, Living a Holy Adventure, 2022.
  • Living a Holy Adventure, Bruce Epperly, Living a Holy Adventure, 2016.
  • Pulpit Fiction, plus podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2016.
  • Preaching Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 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.
  • 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.
  • Ministry Matters, 2016.
  • "Theological Innovation v. Fuller Appreciation," D. Mark Davis, Left Behind and Loving It, 2013.
  • "Inspiration and Authority," Bruce Epperly, The Adventurous Lectionary, 2013.
  • Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, Paul Nancarrow, 2013, "...bringing process-relational thought to people of faith."
  • The Lectionary Lab, Pentecost +25, 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.
  • Evangelectionary, November 10, 2013, Bruce Laverman, Evangelism Connections, 2013.
  • Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Pentecost 23C, Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
  • Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Proper 27, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
  • Jesus Now, Proper (Ordinary) 32C. Lectionary, study and worship resources from Faith Futures Jesus Then & Now.
  • Text Studies, Proper 27, Diedrik Nelson. (Lutheran)
  • 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).
  • Haggai 1:15 - 2:9 / Job 19:23-27
  • Psalm 145 / Psalm 98 / Psalm 17
  • 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17
  • Luke 20:27-38
• 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, and Matt Skinner, discussing the week's passages in light of current events. At Luther Seminary's WorkingPreacher.org. 2016.
  • The Bite in the Apple, Nancy Rockwell, 2016.
  • "Who Says There's No Resurrection?" Karoline Lewis, Dear Working Preacher, 2016.
  • "How to Build a Temple," Stan Duncan, If You Lived Here You'd Be Here By Now, 2016.
  • Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2016.
  • "Resurrection in the Now," Melissa Bane Sevier, Contemplative Viewfinder, 2016.
  • This Blog is (NOT) about Marriage, William Culpepper, 2016.
  • Instructions for Would-Be Saints, Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2016.
  • The Truett Pulpit, 2016.
  • Lectionary Poetry, Scott Barton, 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.
  • "Questions about the Resurrection," David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2013.
  • "Hearing Job: Vindicating the Traumatized," David G. Garber, Jr., ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2013.
  • "Alive in God," Alyce M. McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, 2013.
  • "The Importance of YHWH's House," John C Holbert, Opening the Old Testament, 2013.
  • "This Age, That Age: Sex and the Sadducees," Daniel B. Clendenin, The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2013. 2010.
  • "God of the Living," Jan Richardson, The Painted Prayerbook, 2013. (Use of images.)
  • "Focus," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013.
  • "Iron Pen," (Job 19:23-27) Michael Coffey, 2013.
  • Eternal Inheritance, Thomas Beam, 2013.
  • Sacredise Worship Resources, 2013.
  • "Just Words," David Sellery, 2013.
  • "This or That?" Chris Repp, Crossings, 2013.
  • "To Sweet Impossible Blossom," Shannon Schaefer, Ekklesia Project, 2013.
  • Draughting Theology, Steve Pankey, 2013.
  • "No Marriage in Heaven? Oh My!" Bob Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2013.
  • The Worship Closet, Amy Loving, 2013.
  • Preacher's Study, William H. Peterson, The Associated Parishes for Liturgy and Mission, 2013.
  • "The Sadducee's Question," Janet H. Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2013.
  • "When You're in the Cement Mixer," Steve Goodier, Life Support System, 2013.
  • Lectionary Notes, Beth Quick, 2013.
  • "Embracing Everyone," Suzanne Guthrie, At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2013.
  • "God of the Living," sermon discussion from Frederick Buechner, Frederick Buechner Blog.
  • Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2013.
  • The Gift He Brings, Alyce McKenzie, Patheos, 2010.
  • "Don't Stop Believing," Melissa Bane Sevier, Contemplative Viewfinder, 2010.
  • The Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2007.
  • Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Proper 27C, 2004. 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):
  • "Will the Circle Be Unbroken?" by Jim Somerville. A Sermon for Every Sunday. Video sermons from America's best preachers for every Sunday of the liturgical year.
  • "So What Difference Does It Make?" Deacon Sil, 2016.
  • "Jesus Says Everything Is Small Stuff, Except..." The Rev. Robert Naylor (UCC), Day1, 2013.
  • "The Way of Truth, Hope and Love," the Rev. J. Barrington Bates, Sermons that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2013.
  • "God of the Living," 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.
  • Stewardship Sermons, Pastor Edward F. Markquart, Grace Lutheran Church, Seattle, Washington.
• Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
  • "Get your priorities straight," Faith Element, 2013.
  • "Hold On to Faith/Praise God," Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2013.
  • Bible Study, Proper 27C, 2013, Andrew Moore, Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, Sermons that Work, Episcopal Digital Network.
  • Estudio de la Biblia. 25 Pentecostés, Propio 27 (C) por Andrew Moore, Sermones que Iluminan, 2013.
  • "Hearing Job: Vindicating the Traumatized," with discussion/study questions, David G. Garber, Jr., ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2013.
  • "The Right Answer to the Wrong Question,"Proper 27C, Lesson Plans that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2013.
  • Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2013.
  • "Listening in the Classroom," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Schools in a Pluralist Culture" Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2009. Focus Article, "One Makes All the Difference," Virgil Gulker.
  • 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.
• Special Day Resources: Veterans Day/ Remembrance Day
• 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.
  • Worship and Liturgy Resources, Pentecost 24, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
  • LCA Worship Planning Page, Pentecost +25, "Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship."
  • Taking Worship Home, Breen Sipes, Tri-Saints Lutheran Parish, 2016.
  • Sacredise Worship Resources, 2013.
  • Evangelectionary, November 10, 2013, Bruce Laverman, Evangelism Connections, 2013.
  • Mustard Seeds, "Fighting Discouragement / New Life," Proper 27 / Ordinary 32 / Pentecost 25, 2013. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • Instructions for Would-Be Saints, Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2016.
  • Worship Resources, Rev. Mindi, Rev-o-lution, 2013.
  • Ministry Matters, 2016.
  • "Focus," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013.
  • Lectionary Liturgies, Ordinary 32, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
  • Worship and Liturgy Resources, Pentecost 23, by Rev David Beswick, 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.
  • Lector's Notes, Ordinary 32, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
  • "Liturgy: prayer reflection", reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand. (BCP USA/TEC)
  • Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
  • Proper 27C, prayers and litanies, Katherine Hawker, Outside the Box.
  • Sunday Prayer for All Saints' Day / Proper 27C, MomPriest, RevGalBlogPals, 2010.
  • 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.
  • Call to Worship, Mary Jane Konings, 2013.
  • Confession RCL, Bill Wessner, 2013.
  • The Worship Closet, Amy Loving, 2013.
  • Service Prayers, Worship Ways, UCC.
  • Prayers and Musical Ideas, Ordinary 32, 2013. The Sunday Web Site of Saint Louis University. (Español)
  • Prayers of the People, Richard J. Einerson, 2013.
  • "Embracing Everyone," 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.
  • Commentary on the Collect, Bosco Peters, Liturgy, 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, Ordinary 32. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
  • Images for this week's readings, Pitts Theology Library Digital Image Archive.
  • Clip Art, Ordinary 32C, Fr. Richard Lonsdale, Resources for Catholic Educators.
  • Clip Art Images: Luke 20:27-38, Luke 20:27-38 #2, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
  • Ordinary 32 at Cerezo Barredo's weekly gospel illustrations. Follows Latin American Roman Catholic gospel reading. Liberation emphasis.
  • Mustard Seeds, "Fighting Discouragement / New Life," Proper 27 / Ordinary 32 / Pentecost 25, 2013. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • Questions about the resurrection, audio telling, story in episodes, graphic, audio and written commentaries. Go Tell Communications, Biblical Storytelling for the Global Village, 2010.
  • A Hypothetical Question, faithelement, various mulitimedia approaches to this week's scripture texts.
  • Agnus Day, Lectionary cartoon by James Wetzstein.
  • "Svengali Deck," video, John Stevens, Dollar Store Children's Sermons, 2013.
  • "God of the Living," Jan Richardson, The Painted Prayerbook, 2013. (Use of images.)
  • Church Galleries sample - free powerpoint download for this week's lectionary scripture(s).
  • "Get your priorities straight," Faith Element, 2013.
  • "Hearing Job: Vindicating the Traumatized," with discussion/study questions, David G. Garber, Jr., ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2013. Video: "Forgiveness takes time," speaking with the mother of a child killed in the Sandy Hook School shooting.
• Hymns and Music:
  • Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
    • "Some People Who Questioned" is Carolyn Winfrey Gillette's hymn on Jesus' teaching about the resurrection in response to the Sadducees' question about the widow who had seven husbands. Tune:ASH GROVE ("Let All Things Now Living").
    • Original Hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette: I Believe   Tune:  AUSTRIAN HYMN 8.7.8.7 D "Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken"
    • Hymns of the Spirit Three, Proper 27C, Richard E. Hurst, Universalist National Memorial Church.
  • Psalm Settings:
    • "Lord, Search Me," (Psalm 17), "I Will Sing unto the Lord," (Psalm 98), "Sing Praise to God," (Psalm 145), lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry. See Terms of Use.
    • Psalm Settings by Dale A. Schoening, Metrical Psalms: Psalm 17:1-9 set to Eventide (10 10 10 10), Psalm 98 set to Aurelia (76 76 D), Psalm 145:1-5, 17-21 set to Duke Street (LM).
  • Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
    • Hymn and Song Suggestions, Proper 27C, 2016, 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, 2013.
    • 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 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 Proper 27.
    • Hymn selections (United Methodist) and more from Hymnsite.com.
    • Hymnary.org, hymns, scores, media, information.
    • Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
    • The Billabong, Sunday 32, by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in Australia: Hymn suggestions and paraphrases of lectionary Psalms.
    • Choral Anthem Project, Ordinary 32C, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
    • Sing for Joy, Lectionary 32, 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, Ordinary 32, 2013. The Sunday Web Site of Saint Louis University. (Español)
    • Together to Celebrate, 10 November 2013, 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):
  • Worshiping with Children, Proper 27, 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," November 10, 2013, Union Presbyterian Seminary. Connections: Haggai 1:15b-2:9 and The Peace Bell by Margi Preus, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17 and The Terrible Plop by Ursula Dubosarky, Luke 20:27-28 and The Scar by Charlotte Moundlic. 2010.
  • "An Opportunity to Share Good News," On the Chancel Steps, children's resources by Frances Woodruff, 2013.
  • "Cheering for Us," Children's Sabbath, On the Chancel Steps, children's resources by Frances Woodruff, 2013.
  • Instructions for Would-Be Saints, Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2016.
  • "The Right Answer to the Wrong Question,"Proper 27C, Lesson Plans that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2013.
  • "Focus," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013.
  • Dollar Store Children's Sermon, John Stevens, 2016.
  • Story for Children's Worship and Family Activity, Ordinary 32, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding.
  • "Sermon of the Week," / "Mensajes para ninos," Sermons 4 Kids, Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com.
  • Ministry Matters, 2016.
  • 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.)
  • Lectionary Puzzles, Proper 27/Ordinary 32. 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.