Easter 3A

Easter 3A
May 8, 2011
Mother's Day Resources.
Thoughts about the death of Osama bin Laden:
Resources /Discussion

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Click on Scripture Lessons below for study links and resources for each individual pericope:

Acts 2:14a, 36-41
Roman Catholic reading: Acts 2:14, 22-28

Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19
Roman Catholic reading: Psalms 16:1-2, 5, 7-8, 9-10, 11
Episcopal RCL reading: Psalm 116:1-3, 10-17

1 Peter 1:17-23
Roman Catholic reading: 1 Peter 1:17-21

Luke 24:13-35

Reading and Studying the Text This Week

Texts:
- Illustrated lectionary readings at Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
- Roman Catholic Lectionary Readings (NCCB/USCC) from the New American Bible.
- Episcopal Lectionary: Traditional BCP - RCL.
- 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.
- Lutheran lectionary calendar, Year A, from the ELCA site.
- United Methodist lectionary readings.
- Biblical Passages for Mennonite Bulletins, Year A.
- 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.
Images and Movies:
- Images Linked at The Text This Week's Art Concordance, with the following themes:
  - Resurrection
  - Emmaus
- Movies/scenes listed 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.
- Thoughts about Mothers Day and the death of Osama bin Laden (separately and in combination!) currently being discussed at TTTW Facebook page.
- Annotated list of "starting place" articles at ATLAS for this week's texts (includes direct links).
- Preaching This Week commentary by Mitzi J. Smith, James Limburg, Daniel G. Deffinbaugh, and Sarah Henrich, WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2011.
- Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives, Easter 3, 2011. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. Español.
- Breaking Bread, Kathryn Matthews Huey, ucc.org: Sermon Seeds, lectionary citations, weekly theme, lectionary texts, bulletin back page, 2011.
- Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
- Preaching This Week at WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary. Commentaries on lectionary readings by Matt Skinner, Richard Jensen, and Arland J. Hultgren, 2008.
- Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Easter 3, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
- Preaching Helps (Easter 3A). Safiyah Fosua, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2011.
- Resources from Ministry Matters. This resource will become commercial, but for right now the resources are free and worth a look! Lots of great "stuff" for Easter 3 / Mother's Day.
- Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, Easter 3, 2011, Jeanyne B. Slettom, "...bringing process-relational thought to people of faith." 2008, Bruce G. Epperly.
- The Lectionary Lab, Easter 3, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2011.
- Preaching Peace commentary, Easter 3A, Jeff Krantz & Michael Hardin.
- Sermon Nuggets, Easter 3, 2011, Lindy Black. Illustrations, humor, questions, quotations.
- Jesus Now, Easter 3. Lectionary, study and worship resources from Faith Futures Jesus Then & Now.
- John Shearman's Lectionary, Easter 3, 2011, Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada.
- Rumors, Easter 3, 2008, Ralph Milton, "Sermon helps for preachers with a sense of humor."
- Readings, Analysis of Text and Preaching Paths, Easter 3, Christian Resource Institute. (Church of the Nazarene.)
- Text Studies, Easter 3, Dan Nelson. (Lutheran)
- Starters for Sunday, 8 May, 2011. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
- This Week at PreachingIllustrations.com.
- Social Justice Lectionary, Bruce Sweet.
- Stewardship Sermon Starter, Stewardship Now. ELCA, 2011.
- World Hunger Sermon Starters, ELCA, 2011.
- The Center for Excellence in Preaching, resources from Calvin Theological Seminary: Comments & Observations, Textual Points, Illustration Ideas.
- Lectionary at Lunch: MP3, Windows Media, and Real Audio files of lectures by professors at Concordia Seminary, St Louis, MO (LCMS).
Mother's Day:
- A Litany for Mothers Day, RMC Morley, a garden path, 2011.
- Worship Resources, Easter 3 / Mother's Day, 2011 Mindi Welton-Mitchell, Rev-o-lution.
- Resources for Mothers/Womens Day, Bass Mithell's Special Days and Services.
- Lectionary Commentary (not RCL), Cultural Resources, Worship Resources, Mother's Day, The African American Lectionary, 2011.
- deep down, reflection for Mother's Day, salt, 2011.
- “God of the Women” an original hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, 1998, celebrating biblical women. Tune: SLANE 10.10.9.10 (“Be Thou My Vision”).
- "Arise All Mighty Women," text by Lisa Quoresimo based on Julia Ward Howe's Mother's Day Proclamation, Tune: Battle Hymn of the Republic. UMC GBOD.
- A Litany for Mothers Day, Peggy Emerson, UMC GBOD.
- Mother's Day Prayer, the Rev. Jane Sommers, UMC GBOD.
- "God, We Praise You for the Women," hymn by Dan Damon, UMC GBOD.
- Resources from Ministry Matters. This resource will become commercial, but for right now the resources are free and worth a look! Lots of great "stuff" for Easter 3 / Mother's Day.
- Mothers Day 2011, BeliefNet.
- History of Mothers Day, other resources.
- Mothers Day, wikipedia. (interesting descriptions of customs from various countries)
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. Karoline Lewis, David Lose and Matt Skinner, discussing the week's passages in light of current events. At Luther Seminary's WorkingPreacher.org. 2011.
- Homiletical Hot Tub, preaching blog at Lectionary Homiletics, 2011.
- The Good Word, A Blog on Scripture and Preaching, America: The National Catholic Weekly, 2011.
- Tuesday Lectionary Leanings, Heart Burn Edition, RevGalBlogPals lectionary discussion, 2011. 11th Hour Preacher Party.
- On the Road Again, Fr. Rick Moley, a garden path, 2011.
- "A Risen Jesus? It's a no brainer!" Peter Woods, I am Listening, 2011.
- "The Road To Emmaus," The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2011. 2008. 2005.
- "Our Road to Emmaus," David Lose, WorkingPreacher, 2011.
- Lectionary Blogging, Easter 3, John Petty, Progressive Involvement, 2011.
- "Sharing Gratitude," John C. Holbert, Patheos, 2011.
- "Joy for the Journey: Reflections on the Walk to Emmaus,", Alyce McKenzie, Patheos, 2011.
- Liberal Lectionary Resources, Easter 3A, Chris Ayers, 2011.
- The Painted Prayerbook, Known, Jan Richardson, 2011. Use of images.
- A seat in the Abbey or a place in the crowd, Neil Chappell, aweirdthing, 2011.
- Lectionary Ruminations, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2011.
- What the Tide Brings In, Easter 3, 2011, Ann Fontaine.
- "What's Goin' on?" Jenny Williams, The Ekklesia Project, 2011.
- Think About It, Sermon Notes/Themes on current topics with complimentary PowerPoint images, Rev. Dorothy Okray, 2011. Sermon by Bishop William Willimon, with PowerPoint, ChurchGalleries.com.
- Addressing 'Past Tense Hope' Syndrome, Pastor Sharron R. Lucas, The Stewardship of Life Institute, 2010.
- "Hearts on Fire," Bob Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2011.
- "Its Not Just about The Food," John van de Laar, Sacredise, 2011.
- Grounded and Rooted in Love, Easter 3A, Matt & Laura Norvell, 2011.
- This Sunday's Readings, Martin Warner, Church Times, (Church of England), 2011.
- Daily Reflection, Easter 3, Larry Gillick, S.J., Creighton University, 2011.
- "Not An Unknown Fellow," Larry Patten, 2011.
- "Practice Resurrection," Blogging toward Sunday, Craig T. Kocher, Theolog: The Blog of The Christian Century, 2008.
- Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Easter 3, 2005. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church.
- The Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2008.
- "Raymond's Commentary," William Blaine-Wallace, Proclaiming Gospel Justice: Reflections on the Scriptures and Progressive Spirituality, The Witness, 2005.
- "The Truth Is: We Don't Know," Isaac Miller, Proclaiming Gospel Justice: Reflections on the Scriptures and Progressive Spirituality, The Witness, 2005.
- The Christian Century:
  - "Consorting with Aliens," Colón-Emeric, Edgardo Antonio, 2005.
  - "Road Trip," Amy B. Hunter, 2002.
  - "Holy Heartburn," Susan R. Andrews. April, 1999.
  - "Picturing a Vanishing," Ronald Goetz, 1990.
- Sojourners Living the Word:
  - "A Buoyant Faith," Walter Brueggemann, "How Do We Practice an Easter Life?" 2011.
  - "Heads, Hearts, and Bellies," Laurel A. Dykstra, "Resistance and Survival," 2008.
- Desperate Preacher's Site: sermons, discussions, liturgical material and other resources.
- Sunday by Sunday, Reflections on Stewardship based on the RCL Gospels, Year A. Prepared by the Reverend Michael Pollesel, Stewardship Education Coordinator, Diocese of Ontario.
Sermons (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
- Breaking Open, the Rev. Lee Hull Moses, Day 1, 2011.
- Selected Sermon, Easter 3A (RCL), by the Rev. Dr. Joseph S. Pagano, in Worship that Works, ECUSA, 2011.
- Göttinger Predigten im Internet: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors, 2011.
- "Gaining Recognition," the Rev. Dr. Donovan Drake, Day 1, 2008.
- Selected Sermon, Easter 3 (RCL), the Rev. Dr. Frank Hegedus, in Worship that Works, ECUSA, 2008.
- "Walking Alongside," sermon from the Mental Health & Disabilities Program, Mennonite Central Committee, Canada.
- "An Easter Heart to Heart," Barry Robinson, Keeping the Faith in Babylon, at at Richard J. Fairchild's Sermon & Lectionary Resources.
Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
- Breaking Bread, Weekly Seeds, UCC.org, 2011.
- "Road to Emmaus," FaithElement discipleship system "setting the Bible free," 2011.
- "Everyone Is Talking about It," Faith Lens, ELCA, 2011.
- Proclaiming Faith, Easter 3, 2011- exploring the Sunday and Holy Day readings - reflections and young people's activities. Sadlier Publishing.
- "Ties that Bind: Sharing a Common Rule of Life," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Monasticism Old and New," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2010. (1 Peter 1:13-23)
- "A Moment of Recognition," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Food and Hunger," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2004.
- "The Eighth Day," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Sabbath," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2002.
- Lesson Plans That Work, Adults, Easter, Year A, The Episcopal Church, 2011.
- Bible Study - Easter 3 - verse by verse Roman Catholic lectionary commentary at St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Picayune, MS.
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

Resources and Images on The Text This Week's Easter Resources page.
Lent and Easter links at Rev. Richard J. Fairchild's A Holy Easter.
Complete Liturgies and General Worship Planning Resources:
- Worship Planning Helps (Easter 3): Worship & Preaching Notes, Hymn Suggestions and Worship Resources from the United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2011.
- Gathering, Easter 3, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2011. (Terms of Use)
- Mustard Seeds, "On the Road Again," Easter 3, 2011. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- LCA Worship Planning Page, Easter 3, 2011, "Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship"
- LCA Worship Resources, Easter 3, includes liturgy, hymn suggestions, notes on the readings, visuals, drama, "Talking with Children," etc. Lutheran Church of Australia.
- Worship Resources, Easter 3A, 2011, John van de Laar, Sacredise.
- Worship resources for Easter 3 on Acts 2:14, 36-41, 1 Peter 1:17-23, Luke 24:13-35 from SermonStudio.
- Resources from Ministry Matters. This resource will become commercial, but for right now the resources are free and worth a look! Lots of great "stuff" for Easter 3 / Mother's Day.
- Worship Resources, Easter 3 / Mother's Day, 2011 Mindi Welton-Mitchell, Rev-o-lution.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Easter 3A, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), 2011.
- Liturgy for the Celebration of Life, Easter 3, 2011. Liturgies from a Progressive/Post-Liberal Theology, Revd Rex A.E. Hunt, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Worship and Liturgy Resources, Easter 3, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Liturgies Online, by Rev Moira Laidlaw, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Sermons and Liturgies for Year A, Richard J. Fairchild, United Church of Canada
- "The Road to Emmaus," Easter 3. A New Presentation for Sunday's Liturgy, Claretian Communications, Philippines. Includes Flash presentation.
- Easter Season Liturgy, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand.
Prayers, Prefaces, Litanies, etc:
- Laughing Bird Liturgical Resources, Easter, 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.
- Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, Easter 3, CanticaNova Publications.
- Prayers of the People, Easter 3, General intercessions for Sundays and Feasts, by Ormonde Plater, Archdeacon of the [Anglican/Episcopal] Diocese of Louisiana.
- Lector's Notes, Easter 3, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
- Prayer of the People, Easter 3, Theresa Coleman, reverend mommy's random thoughts.
- Creative Closing, Easter 3, George Hartwell, at Richard J. Fairchild's Sermon & Lectionary Resources.
- "Liturgy: prayer reflection", NZPB reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand. NZ lectionary. Common Worship CofE.
- Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
- The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19 (Easter 3), Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2011.
- "From the Heart," Service Prayers, 2011, Worship Ways, UCC.
- 21st Century Worship Resources, Easter 3A, UMC GBOD, 2011.
- Offertory Prayers, Easter 3A, UMC GBOD, 2011.
- Prayers and Musical Ideas, Easter 3, 2011. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. Español.
- Confession RCL, Easter 3, 2011, Bill Wessner.
- Call to Worship, Easter 3, 2011, Mary Jane Konings, Timaru, New Zealand.
- "Were Not Our Hearts Burning?" Suzanne Guthrie, At the Edge of the Enclosure, prayers and meditations, 2011.
- Worship Resources, Easter 3, 2011, Anna's Hosannas.
- Starters for Sunday, 8 May, 2011. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
- Prayer for Easter 3A, RevGalBlogPals, 2011.
Graphics & Multimedia:
- Art in the Christian Tradition, Jean and Alexander Heard, Vanderbilt Divinity Library. Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial ShareAlike 3.0 License.
- HermanoLeón Clipart, Easter 3. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
- Clip Art, Easter 3, Fr. Richard Lonsdale, Resources for Catholic Educators.
- Clip Art Images: Luke 24:13-35, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
- Easter 3 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.
- Bulletin Covers, www.scholia.net. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Emmett, Idaho. Scroll down for Year A index.
- Mustard Seeds, "On the Road Again," Easter 3, 2011. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- CHURCH PowerPoint, Rev. Dorothy Okray. Free PowerPoint slides for Worship Services, ChurchGalleries.com
- "Road to Emmaus," FaithElement discipleship system "setting the Bible free," 2011.
- Visual Theology, Faithful Images, Dave Perry, reflections and images usually tied to RCL texts.
- Agnus Day, Lectionary cartoon by James Wetzstein.
- Scripture Pics, Weekly RCL-related image.
Bulletin Inserts (see also Children's Bulletins, below):
- Scripture Introduction for Bulletin Insert, Easter 3, Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada, 2011.
- Lectionary Introductions (background & context), Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand.
- "An Encounter with Jesus on the Road to Emmaus," reflection by Charles Houser, eBulletins reflections, prayer reminders, activity corner, American Bible Society Bible Resource Center (.pdf).
Hymns and Music:
- Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
  - “Emmaus-Bound on Easter Day,” original hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, 2009. Tune: O WALY WALY 8.8.8.8 (“Though I May Speak”).
  - "Did Our Hearts Not Burn," Susan King Forbes, tune: Nettleton or Erie.
  - "Emmaus Road," Brenton Prigge, NewHymn.
- Psalm Settings:
  - "You Have Made Me Free," sung call and response, Psalm 116, Anna's Hosannas.
  - "You Were There!" (Psalm 116), lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry. See Terms of Use.
  - Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19 set to Amazing Grace (CM 86 86), Psalm Settings by Dale A. Schoening, Metrical Psalms.
- Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
  - Hymn and Song Suggestions, Easter 3A, 2011, annotated suggestions from Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
  - Lectionary Hymns, Easter 3A, UMC GBOD, 2011.
  - Shepherd Sounds, Easter 3A, 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.")
  - Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, Easter 3, CanticaNova Publications.
  - Hymn selections (United Methodist) and more from Hymnsite.com.
  - The Billabong, by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in Australia: Hymn suggestions and paraphrases of lectionary Psalms.
  - Worship Resource Manual, The Moravian Church, Southern Province. Worksheets for planning music in worship: hymns, anthems, solos, organ repertoire suggestions for RCL texts.
  - Gathering, Easter 3, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2011. (Terms of Use)
  - Prayers and Musical Ideas, Easter 3, 2011. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. Español.
  - Together to Celebrate, Easter 3, 2011, David MacGregor, Uniting Church in Australia. Contemporary Christian Music resources..
  - Starters for Sunday, 8 May, 2011. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
Children's Bulletins (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
- CatholicMom.com: Coloring Page, Mass Worksheet, Crossword Puzzle, and Word Search based on weekly gospel text.
- Children's Activity Sheets: Activities for Children, based on the Revised Common Lectionary, by Dorothy A. DeBisschop, Great Hill UMC, Seymour, Connecticut. At Bass Mitchell's homiliesbyemail.com.
- Activity Sheets for Children, Fun for all Creatures Great & Small, UCC, 2010. (pdf)
- Coloring Pages/Puzzles. Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com. (Scroll to bottom of page.)
- Lectionary Puzzles, Easter 3. Word search puzzles in RTF or plain text, by Reg McMillan, St.Stephen's Presbyterian Church, Peterborough, Ontario.
With Children (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
- Worshiping with Children, Easter 3A, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2011.
- "Children's Literature: A Resource for Ministry," May 8, 2011, Union Presbyterian Seminary. Connections: Acts 2:14a, 36-41 and The Quiltmaker's Journey by Jeff Brumbeau, 1 Peter 1:17-23 and Love: Values to Live By, by Jane Belk Moncure, Luke 24:13-35 and When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead.
- "Sermon of the Week," / "Mensajes para ninos," Sermons 4 Kids, Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com.
- O Lord, Save My Life -- Children's sermon based on Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19 by Elaine M. Ward from SermonStudio.
- God's Son Returns -- Children's liturgy and story for Easter 3 based on Luke 24:13-35 from The Village Shepherd.
- Faith Formation Journeys, Children's Sermon Easter 3A, 2011.
- "What the Heart Knows" Children's Lesson for Third Sunday in Easter (May 8, 2011), from Anna's Hosannas.
- Gathering, Easter 3, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2011. (Terms of Use)
- "Making Sense of Things," Children's Time, in Sermons and Liturgies. Richard J. Fairchild. (Scroll down in liturgies to find Children's Time.)
- Proclaiming Faith, Easter 3, 2011- exploring the Sunday and Holy Day readings - reflections and young people's activities. Sadlier Publishing.
- Lesson Plans That Work, Younger Children & Older Children, Easter, Year A, The Episcopal Church, 2011.
- "We Want to See Jesus," Children's Sermon from Sermons4kids.com.
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.