Proper 7 Ordinary 12

Proper 7A/Ordinary 12A
not used in 2011

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

Genesis 21:8-21 or Jeremiah 20:7-13
Roman Catholic reading: Jeremiah 20:10-13
United Methodist & ELCIC reading: Genesis 21:8-21

Psalm 86:1-10 or Psalm 69:7-10, (11-15), 16-18
Roman Catholic reading: Psalm 69:8-35
United Methodist reading: Psalm 86:1-10, 16-17 or Psalm 17

Romans 6:1b-11
Roman Catholic reading: Romans 5:12-15

Matthew 10:24-39
Roman Catholic reading: Matthew 10:26-33

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: 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:
  - Hagar/Ishmael
- 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):
- Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
- Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives, Ordinary 12, 2008. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University.
- Preaching This Week at WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary. Commentaries on lectionary readings by James Limburg, Mark Throntveit, David Bartlett, Greg Carey.
- Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Proper 7, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
- Preaching Peace commentary, Proper 7, Jeff Krantz & Michael Hardin.
- Jesus Now, Proper (Ordinary) 12A, lectionary, study and worship resources from Faith Futures Jesus Then & Now.
- Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, Proper 7, 2008, Rick Marshall, "...bringing process-relational thought to people of faith."
- Readings, Analysis of Text and Preaching Paths, Proper 7, Christian Resource Institute. (Church of the Nazarene.)
- Preaching Helps (Pentecost +6, 2008). United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship.
- "Daring Discipleship," Kate Huey, Weekly Seeds, iucc.
- "The King's Business," Proper 7, 2008, Sea Raven, Liberal Christian Commentary.
- Sermon Nuggets, Pentecost 6A, 2008, Lindy Black. Illustrations, humor, questions, quotations.
- Rumors, for June 22, 2008, Ralph Milton, "Sermon helps for preachers with a sense of humor."
- Liberal Lectionary Analysis, Pentecost +6, Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada.
- SAMUEL, Pentecost +6, 2008, at ucc.org: lectionary citations, weekly theme, lectionary texts, commentary and bulletin back page.
- Text Studies, Proper 7, Dan Nelson. (Lutheran)
- Lectionary Study, June 22, 2008, Dr. Robert Linthicum, Partners in Urban Transformation.
- "The Courage to Follow Jesus," The Practice of Jesus, Bill Fletcher, Aotearoa-New Zealand, 2008.
- Starters for Sunday, 22 June, 2008. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
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.
Lectionary Reflections, Discussions & Weblogs:
- A Tale of Two Brothers, Blogging toward Sunday, Peter J. Leithart, Theolog: The Blog of The Christian Century, 2008.
- Sermon Brainwave. Lectionary podcast featuring Profs. Karoline Lewis, David Lose and Matthew Skinner discussing the week's passages in light of current events. At Luther Seminary's WorkingPreacher.org.
- Tuesday Lectionary Leanings, Is This My Family? Edition, RevGalBlogPals lectionary discussion, 2008.
- "Out of the Dark," The Painted Prayerbook, Word & Image & Faith. Jan Richardson, 2008.
- "How Do We Love Burma? A Natural Disaster Exposes a Government's War against Its Own People," guest essay by Brad Keister, The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2008.
- "For the Birds," Lane Denson III, Out of Nowhere.
- "Family Values," Laurel A. Dykstra, "Uncomfortable Words," Living the Word, Sojourners Online, 2008.
- The Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2008.
- "Claiming God's Purpose in the Midst of Exile," Vernice Thorn, Jennifer Pope, Arlie Simms, Out In Scripture: An Honest Encounter Between Our Lives and the Bible, Human Rights Campaign, 2008. (LGBT perspective)
- "Preaching Stories of Family Origins: Readings from the Book of Genesis," lectionary reflections for June, Rev. Dr. Ronald J. Allen, The Living Pulpit, 2008.
- Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Proper 7. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church, 2005.
- This Sunday's Readings, 5th Sunday after Trinity, John Pridmore, Church Times, 2008.
- Daily Reflection, Ordinary 12, Larry Gillick, S.J., Creighton University, 2008.
- "Lost Larry," Larry Patten. And Yet: "Faithful & Foolish Reflections Served Weekly," 2008.
- "When Stewardship Means Letting Go," Sharron R. Lucas, Stewardship of Life Institute, ELCA, 2008.
- "Ishmael: God Hears and Sees," The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2005.
- "On Not Being Scandalized," John L. Kirkley, Proclaiming Gospel Justice: Reflections on the Scriptures and Progressive Spirituality, The Witness, 2005.
- "The Father's Day Distraction," Jacqueline Schmitt, Proclaiming Gospel Justice: Reflections on the Scriptures and Progressive Spirituality, The Witness, 2005.
- "The Fine Print of Commitment," Elizabeth D. Beck. Commentary from The Christian Century, June, 1999. At Religion Online.
- "Continuing in Sin," Ronald Goetz. Commentary from The Christian Century, June/July, 1990. At Religion Online.
- "God So Loves This World," by Kari Jo Verhulst. Living the Word lectionary-based scripture commentary from Sojourners Online, 2002.
- Living the Word by Jim and Shelley Douglass. Lectionary based scripture commentary from Sojourners OnLine, 1996.
- 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)
- Selected Sermon, Proper 7A (RCL), the Rev. Charles Hoffacker, in Worship that Works, ECUSA, 2008.
- "A Bad Case of the I-Can't-Help-It," the Rev. Dr. Patrick Keen, Day 1, 2008.
Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
- Lectionary Notes, Pentecost 6, Rev. Beth Quick and the Lectionary Chat Group Bible Study of St. Paul's UMC, Oneida, NY.
- "Rare mummified dinosaur found in North Dakota," Faith Lens, a weekly Bible study/discussion for youth, linking a current news story and lectionary texts. ELCA, 2008.
- "Tips of Discipleship: Be Not Afraid," John and Robin McCullough-Bade, Daily Discipleship Bible Study, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, 2008.
- Lesson Plans That Work, Adults, Early Summer, Year A, The Episcopal Church, 2011.
- Proclaiming Faith, Ordinary 12, 2008 - exploring the Sunday and Holy Day readings - reflections and young people's activities. Sadlier Publishing.
- 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 contains resources and images.
Complete Liturgies and General Worship Planning Resources:
- Worship Planning Helps (Pentecost +6, 2008): Worship & Preaching Notes, Hymn Suggestions and Worship Resources from the United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship.
- Gathering, Pentecost +6, 2008, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc.
- LCA Worship Resources, Proper 7, includes liturgy, hymn suggestions, notes on the readings, visuals, drama, "Talking with Children," etc. Lutheran Church of Australia.
- Worship Resources, Pentecost +6, 2008, Free Resources, Cokesbury Worship Connection.
- Liturgy for the Celebration of Life, Pentecost 6A. Liturgies from a Progressive/Post-Liberal Theology, Revd Rex A.E. Hunt, The Uniting Church of St James Curtin, ACT.
- Mustard Seeds, "Deserts and Wells," Proper 7, 2008. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Ordinary 12, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
- "Live Your Faith for You Are in the Hands of God," Ordinary 12. A New Presentation for Sunday's Liturgy, Claretian Communications, Philippines. Includes Flash presentation.
- Worship and Liturgy Resources, Ordinary 12, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Liturgies Online, by Rev Moira Laidlaw, Uniting Church in Australia.
- "Don't Fear," The Practice of Jesus, Bill Fletcher, Aotearoa-New Zealand, 2008.
- Sermons and Liturgies for Year A, Richard J. Fairchild, United Church of Canada.
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.
- Prayers of the People, P7/OT12, General intercessions for Sundays and Feasts, by Ormonde Plater, Archdeacon of the [Anglican/Episcopal] Diocese of Louisiana.
- Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
- Lector's Notes, OT 12, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
- Starters for Sunday, 22 June, 2008. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
- Offertory Prayers for June, 2008, David S. Bell, United Methodist Church GBOD.
- 21st Century Africana Liturgical Resources, Pentecost +6, 2008, the Rev. Joseph W. Daniels, Jr., United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship.
- "Liturgy: prayer reflection", reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand. (Alternative.)
- Prayers and Musical Ideas, Ordinary 12, 2008. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University.
- Worship Resources (prayers, etc.), Proper 7A, John van de Laar, Sacredise.
- Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
Graphics & Multimedia:
- Art in the Christian Tradition, Jean and Alexander Heard, Vanderbilt Divinity Library. Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial ShareAlike 3.0 License.
- Clip Art Images: Matthew 10:26-33, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
- Ordinary 12 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.
- CHURCH PowerPoint, Pentecost 6, Rev. Dorothy Okray. Free PowerPoint slides for Worship Services.
- Mustard Seeds, "Deserts and Wells," Proper 7, 2008. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- "Out of the Dark," The Painted Prayerbook, Word & Image & Faith. Jan Richardson, 2008.
Bulletin Inserts (see also Children's Bulletins, below):
- SAMUEL, Pentecost +6, 2008, at ucc.org: lectionary citations, weekly theme, lectionary texts, commentary and bulletin back page.
- Lectionary Introductions (background & context), Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand.
- Scripture Introduction for Bulletin Insert, Pentecost +6, Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada.
- "His Eye Is on the Sparrow," reflection by Barbara Bernstengel, eBulletins reflections, prayer reminders, activity corner, American Bible Society Bible Resource Center.
Hymns and Music:
- Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
  - "The Word You Have Whispered," Brenton Prigge, NewHymn.
- Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
  - Lectionary Hymns, Pentecost +6, 2008, United Methodist Church GBOD.
  - Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
  - 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.")
  - Hymnary.org, hymns, scores, media, information.
  - 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, Pentecost +6, 2008, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc.
  - Starters for Sunday, 22 June, 2008. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
  - Together to Celebrate, June 22, 2008, David MacGregor, Uniting Church in Australia. Contemporary Christian Music resources.
  - Prayers and Musical Ideas, Ordinary 12, 2008. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University.
  - Hymn and Song Suggestions, Proper 7A, 2008, Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
  - Sing for Joy, Pentecost 6A, 2008. Choral reflections on this week's lectionary readings, St. Olaf College.
Children's Bulletins (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
- Lectionary Puzzles, Proper 7. 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)
- Gathering, Pentecost +6, 2008, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc.
- Lesson Plans That Work, Younger Children & Older Children, Early Summer, Year A, The Episcopal Church, 2011.
- Story for Children's Worship and Family Activity, Ordinary 12, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding.
- Children's Time for Ordinary 12, Richard J. Fairchild, United Church of Canada. (Scroll down.)
- Proclaiming Faith, Ordinary 12, 2008 - exploring the Sunday and Holy Day readings - reflections and young people's activities. Sadlier Publishing.
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.