Reading and Studying the Text This Week

Texts:
- Illustrated (NRSV) readings from 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.
- 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.
- Lutheran RCL CEV readings - .doc files. Lutheran Bible Ministries.
- PCUSA - Daily/Weekly Lectionary Readings.
Images and Movies:
- Images Linked at The Text This Week's Art Concordance, with the following themes:
  - Baptism of Jesus
  - John the Baptist
- Movies Linked at The Text This Week's Movie Concordance, with the following themes:
Special Day Resources: World AIDS 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).
- Preaching This Week commentary by Elna K. Solvang, W. Dennis Tucker, Jr., Karoline Lewis, J. Manny Santiago, WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2011.
- Preaching Helps (Advent 2B). Safiyah Fosua, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2011.
- Ministry Matters free worship resources (was Cokesbury Resources), December 4, 2011.
- Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives, Advent 2B, 2011. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. Español.
- The Lectionary Lab, Advent 2B, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2011.
- "Words of Comfort," Kathryn Matthews Huey, ucc.org: Sermon Seeds, lectionary citations, weekly theme, lectionary texts, bulletin back page, 2011.
- Lectionary Notes, Beth Quick, Advent 2B, 2011.
- Sermon Nuggets, Advent 2B, 2011, Lindy Black. Illustrations, humor, questions, quotations.
- Starters for Sunday, 4 December, 2011. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
- Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, Advent 2B, 2011, Bruce G. Epperly, "...bringing process-relational thought to people of faith."
- Paving the way -- commentary for Advent 2, David Kalas, Emphasis.
- Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
- Preaching This Week at WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2008. Commentaries on lectionary readings by Samuel Giere, L. Ann Jervis, Paul S. Berge, Rolf Jacobson.
- John Shearman's Lectionary, Advent 2B, 2008, Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada.
- Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Advent 2, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
- Jesus Now, Advent 2B, lectionary, study and worship resources from Faith Futures Jesus Then & Now.
- "Peace," Resources for Prophetic Worship, Speaking to North Carolina Justice Issues, North Carolina Council of Churches.
- Preaching Peace commentary, Jeff Krantz & Michael Hardin.
- Preaching Helps, First Sunday of Advent through Transfiguration of Our Lord, Year B, Robert H. Smith, John Rollefson, Richard Rollefson, Currents in Theology and Mission, 2002.
- Readings, Analysis of Texts and Preaching Paths, Dennis Bratcher, Christian Resource Institute. (Church of the Nazarene.)
- Rumors, for December 7, 2008, Ralph Milton, "Sermon helps for preachers with a sense of humor."
- 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).
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. Rolf Jacobson, 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, Voice in the Wilderness (Week 1) Edition, RevGalBlogPals lectionary discussion, 2011.
- "Just the Beginning," David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2011.
- "God Barges into Our Lives," Michael Joseph Brown, ON Scripture, 2011.
- "The Change Within and the Change Without," John van de Laar, Sacredise, 2011.
- Advent 2: Blessing the Way, Jan Richardson, The Advent Door, 2011. Use of images.
- "Time for a Clean Sweep," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, ELCA, 2011.
- "A Way in the Wilderness," Suzanne Guthrie, Soulwork toward Sunday: At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2011.
- Sermon Notes for December 4, Michael Rich, In-Formatio, 2011.
- "Channeling God," Peter Woods, I Am Listening, 2011.
- "Going round and round," "Flinging not furrowed," Fr. Rick Morley, a garden path, 2011.
- "Look At Me! World AIDS Day, 2011," The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2011. 2008.
- "Change Your Hearts and Lives!" Robert Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2011.
- "What Are We Waiting For?" David Henson, Patheos, 2011.
- "Turnaround," Alyce M. McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, Patheos, 2011.
- Lectionary Ruminations, Summit to Shore, 2011.
- "Leftovers," Melissa Bane Sevier, Contemplative Viewfinder, 2011.
- Liberal Lectionary Resources, Chris Ayers, 2011.
- "Filling in the Gaps," Neil Chappell, a weird thing, 2011.
- "We're Never Ready," Larry Patten, 2011.
- This Sunday's Readings, (Advent 2B), Rosalind Brown, Church Times, (Church of England), 2011.
- Daily Reflection, Advent 2B, 2011, Larry Gillick, S.J., Creighton University, 2011. Reflexiones Dominicales en español.
- HuffPost Religion, religion news and contemporary news in religious perspective. Always worth a read...
- Break Open the Word, Michael T. Hiller, 2011.
- One Little Word, David J. Risendal, 2011.
- 10 Minute Worship Blog, Dan Bollerud, 10 minute commuter mp3 worship, 2011.
- Weekly Reading, Anthony B. Robinson, 2011.
- Blogging toward Sunday, Century Blog, 2011.
- Hitchhiker's Guide to the Bible, Andy Doyle, Episcopal Diocese of Texas, 2011.
- The River of Life, Loddon Mallee UCA Presbytery Blog, 2011.
- Quadratos, Alexander J. Shaia, 2011.
- The Hardest Question, 2011.
- Visual Theology, Faithful Images, Dave Perry, reflections and images usually tied to RCL texts, 2011.
- Sunday's Child, Daily Lectionary and Reflections on Scripture and World, Una Malachica, 2011.
- Kairos-Milwaukee UCC Blog, Reflections on the RCL by Rev. Rick Skidmore, 2011.
- Stillspeaking Daily Devotional, UCC.org. Daily devotional for Twitter. (Daily RCL)
- Unfolding Light, Daily Reflections leading toward Sunday readings, Steve Garnaas-Holmes, 2011.
- Chmod, Lectionary Journal of Andy Gay, 2011.
- Daily Reflections on the Christian Faith (lectionary texts), conversations between Mark Smith and David Owen, England Public School Chaplains.
- Kairos CoMotion Lectionary Dialogue, Wesley White, 2011.
- Church in the World, Steve Godfrey, 2011.
- Living the Lectionary, Daily RCL reflections, Pr. Phil Heinze, Fort Worth, TX, 2011.
- The Preacher's Exchange - First Impressions, Volume 2, and Homilias Domincales / Homilias Breves. Jude Siciliano, O.P., 2011.
- SacraConversazione, discussion of the texts in terms of traditions of interpreters, from a postmodern perspective, 2011.
- COSLC Grace Notes, Pastor Dan Bollerud, Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Anchorage, AK. Meditations & poetry, 2011.
- Lectionary Scripture Notes, Dr. Norman Beck.
- Panoramic Views of Faith and Health, Butch Odom. Daily lectionary thoughts and prayer, 2011.
- "Hearing Voices," Blogging toward Sunday, Christian Coon, Theolog: The Blog of The Christian Century, 2008.
- "Escape from Babylon," Daniel Deffenbaugh, Seeds of Shalom, 2008.
- "A Future Filled with Promise," Marti Steussy, Holly Hearon, Helene Tallon Russell, Charles W. Allen, Out In Scripture: An Honest Encounter Between Our Lives and the Bible, Human Rights Campaign, 2008. (LGBT perspective)
- The Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2008.
- Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Advent 2B, 2005. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church, 2005.
- "Prophets: They Can't Be Silenced," Lee Alison Crawford, Proclaiming Gospel Justice: Reflections on the Scriptures and Progressive Spirituality, The Witness, 2005.
- Articles from The Christian Century:
  - "Mercy, Me," Kathleen Norris, 2005.
  - "On Your Mark," John Stendahl, 2002.
  - "Cover-ups," Fleming Rutledge, 1999.
  - "The 'Sense' of Advent," Delores S. Williams, 1990.
- "Living the Word," at Sojourners:
  - "Waiting Is Never Easy," Enuma Okoro, "Bearing the 'Wait' of the World," 2011.
  - "Into the Wild," Michaela Bruzzese, "Christmas Presence," 2008.
  - "Building the Highway," Robert Roth, "The Beauty of Justice," 2005.
- 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):
- "Making Straight the Way," the Rev. Dr. Russell Levenson, Jr., Day 1, 2011.
- Göttinger Predigten im Internet: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors, 2011.
- Selected Sermon, Advent 2B (RCL), Drs. Barbara Baumgarten and Cavid Catron, in Worship that Works, ECUSA, 2011.
- "Our Patience, God's Peace," the Rev. Dr. Kenneth Carter, Day 1, 2008.
Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
- Words of Comfort, Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2011.
- "Why Aren't We Gasping (or Laughing)?" Faith Lens, ELCA, 2011.
- "Opening Up To God," FaithElement discipleship system "setting the Bible free," 2011.
- Lectionary Notes, Advent 2B, Rev. Beth Quick and the Lectionary Chat Group Bible Study of St. Paul's UMC, Oneida, NY.
- "Eating Well," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Health," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2007. (Mark 1)
- "Restorative Justice," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Peace and War," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2004. (Psalm 85)
- "Shoppers and retailers getting reading for the Christmas season," Faith Lens, ELCA, 2008. Connects weekly headlines with lectionary texts.
- Lesson Plans That Work, Adults, Advent, Year B, The Episcopal Church, 2008.
- Bible Study - Advent 2B - verse by verse Roman Catholic lectionary commentary at St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Picayune, MS.
- 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 Advent Resources Page.
Complete Liturgies and General Worship Planning Resources:
- Worship Planning Helps (Advent 2B): Worship & Preaching Notes, Hymn Suggestions and Worship Resources from the United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2011.
- Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2011. (Terms of Use)
- The Worship Closet, Creative Worship Ideas, 2011.
- Ministry Matters free worship resources (was Cokesbury Resources), December 4, 2011.
- Starters for Sunday, 4 December, 2011. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
- Mustard Seeds, "Preparing a Road in the Wilderness," Advent 2, 2011. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- LCA Worship Planning Page, Advent 2B, 2011, "Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship"
- Advent Liturgy / Advent in the Southern Hemisphere, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand.
- Worship Resources, December 4, 2011, Rev Mindi, Rev-o-lution.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Advent 2, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), 2011.
- "Peace," Resources for Prophetic Worship, Speaking to North Carolina Justice Issues, North Carolina Council of Churches.
- Liturgy for the Celebration of Life, Advent 2B, 2008. Liturgies from a Progressive/Post-Liberal Theology, Revd Rex A.E. Hunt, The Uniting Church of St James Curtin, ACT.
- Worship Resources, Advent 2B, John van de Laar, Sacredise.
- "Be Prepared for the Lord's Coming," Advent 2. A New Presentation for Sunday's Liturgy, Claretian Communications, Philippines. Includes Flash presentation.
- Liturgies Online, Advent 2, by Rev Moira Laidlaw, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Ideas for Sundays in Advent, The Rev. Thomas L. Weitzel, ELCA.
- Advent and Christmas Resources, Katherine Hawker, Outside the Box.
- Worship and Liturgy Resources, Advent 2 by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Sermons and Liturgies for Year B, 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, B - Advent 2, General intercessions for Sundays and Feasts, by Ormonde Plater, Archdeacon of the [Anglican/Episcopal] Diocese of Louisiana.
- Lector's Notes, Advent 2, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
- Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
- "Liturgy: prayer reflection", (CofE Common Worship) reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand. TEC BCP & ZNBP
- Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
- Call to Worship, December 4, 2011, Mary Jane Konings, Timaru, New Zealand.
- The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13, (Advent 2B), Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2011.
- Prayers of the People, Lowell Grisham, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Fayetteville, Arkansas, 2011.
- Wilderness God... -- Intercession by Janice Scott, The Village Shepherd.
- Prayers and Musical Ideas, Advent 2, 2011. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. Español.
- Confession RCL, Bill Wessner, 2011.
- "A Way in the Wilderness," Suzanne Guthrie, Soulwork toward Sunday: At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2011.
- Prayers of the People, Advent 2B, Rick Morley, 2011.
- Prayers of the People, Advent 2B, Fr. Jeremiah Williamson, Praying the Scriptures, 2011.
- Prayer for Advent 2B, RevGalBlogPals, 2011.
- Prayers for Worship, David von Schlichten, Lectionary Homiletics.
- World in Prayer, the Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist, Lodi, California. Prayers. Prayers and litanies based on each week's world news.
Graphics & Multimedia:
- Art in the Christian Tradition, Jean and Alexander Heard, Vanderbilt Divinity Library. Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial ShareAlike 3.0 License.
- HermanoLeón Clipart, Advent 2, Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
- Clip Art Images: Mark 1:1-8, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
- Advent 2B 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.
- Clip Art, Advent B2, Fr. Richard Lonsdale, Resources for Catholic Educators.
- 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.
- "Be Prepared for the Lord's Coming," Advent 2. Flash presentation of this week's scripture texts.
- Mustard Seeds, "Preparing a Road in the Wilderness," Advent 2, 2011. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- Illustration Images, Leah Chang, suntreeriver design, 2011.
- Advent 2: Blessing the Way, Jan Richardson, The Advent Door, 2011. Use of images.
- 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):
- "How Shall We Prepare?" reflection by Barbara Bernstengel, eBulletins reflections, prayer reminders, activity corner, American Bible Society Bible Resource Center. (pdf)
Hymns and Music:
- Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
  - “When John the Baptist Preached,” an original hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette on John the Baptist. This hymn was commissioned by The Presbyterian Outlook magazine for new Advent hymns to Christmas carol tunes. Tune: VENITE ADOREMUS 10.10.10.10 with Refrain (“The Snow Lay on the Ground”).
  - “Down by the Jordan,” an original hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette on John the Baptist and Jesus’ baptism. This hymn is in the United Methodists’ Worship and Song (2011). Tune: LOBE DEN HERREN 14.14.4.7.8 (“Praise Ye the Lord, the Almighty”).
  - “O God, We Hear Your Word of Grace,” an original hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette on Psalm 85. This hymn was commissioned by The Presbyterian Outlook magazine for new Advent hymns to Christmas carol tunes. Tune: CAROL 8.6.8.6 D (“It Came Upon the Midnight Clear”).
  - Hymn for Advent 2B to the tune "Rhosymedre", Paul Janssen, Pascack Reformed Church, Park Ridge, NJ.
  - "The Lord's Messiah Comes,", a hymn for Advent by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
  - "Clear the Path," Brenton Prigge, NewHymn,.
  - Hymns of the Spirit Three, Advent 2B, Richard E. Hurst, Universalist National Memorial Church.
- Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
  - Hymn and Song Suggestions, Advent 2B, 2011, annotated suggestions from Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
  - Lectionary Hymns, Advent 2B, UMC GBOD, 2011.
  - Shepherd Sounds, Advent 2B, 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.")
  - Hymnary.org, hymns, scores, media, information.
  - Lectionary Hymns, Advent 2B, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
  - Choral Anthem Project, Advent 2B, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
  - 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.
  - Hymn and Song Suggestions, Advent 2B, 2008, Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
  - Sing for Joy, Advent 2B, 2008. Choral reflections on this week's lectionary readings, St. Olaf College.
  - Starters for Sunday, 4 December, 2011. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
  - Gathering, 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, Advent 2, 2011. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. Español.
  - Together to Celebrate, December 4, 2011, 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, Advent 2B, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2011.
- "Children's Literature: A Resource for Ministry," December 4 , 2011, Union Presbyterian Seminary. Connections: Isaiah 40:1-11 and Mia's Story by Michael Foreman, 2 Peter 3:8-15a and The Shine Man: A Christmas Story by Mary Quattlebaum, Mark 1:1-8 and Mama Miti by Donna Jo Napoli.
- "Sermon of the Week," / "Mensajes para ninos," Sermons 4 Kids, Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com.
- "Advent and Christmas Eve, 2011," Frances Woodruff, On the Chancel Steps.
- Faith Formation Journeys, childrens sermon, 2011.
- "Preparation," Dianne Deming, Children's Sermons Today, 2011.
- Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2011. (Terms of Use)
- A Daze Of Days, Wesley T. Runk, SermonStudio.
- A Little Song of St. Nicholas, good with Children's Sermons near Dec. 6), The Rev. Thomas L. Weitzel, ELCA.
- "The King Is Coming," Children's Time, in Sermons and Liturgies. Richard J. Fairchild. (Scroll down in liturgies to find Children's Time.)
- Lesson Plans That Work, Younger Children & Older Children, Advent, Year B, The Episcopal Church, 2008.
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, 2011. (pdf)
- Coloring Pages/Puzzles. Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com. (Scroll to bottom of page.)
- 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.