Baptism of Christ B

Baptism of Christ B
January 8, 2012
With thanks to page sponsor:
The Rev. Allison Rainey English
St. Wilfrid's Episcopal Church
Huntington Beach, CA

Image: Baptism of Christ,
Cappella Palatina di Palermo,
mid 12th century, from Art in the Christian Tradition,
a project of the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, Nashville, TN.

Click on Scripture Lessons below for study links and resources:

Genesis 1:1-5
Roman Catholic reading: Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7 or Isaiah 55:1-11

Psalm 29
Roman Catholic reading: Psalm 29:1-10 or Isaiah 12:2-6

Acts 19:1-7
Roman Catholic reading and Episcopal reading: Acts 10:34-38 or 1 John 5:1-9

Mark 1:4-11
Roman Catholic reading and Episcopal reading: Mark 1:7-11

Reading and Studying the Text This Week

Texts:
- Lectionary 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:
- Movies Linked 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.
- Annotated list of "starting place" articles at ATLAS for this week's texts (includes direct links).
- Preaching This Week commentary by Terence D. Fretheim, Fred Gaiser, Frank L. Crouch, Paul S. Berge, Comentario del Evangelio por Doug Avilesbernal, WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2012. Preaching This Week, 2009.
- Preaching Helps (Baptism of the Lord). Safiyah Fosua, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2012.
- "New Beginnings," Kathryn Matthews Huey, ucc.org: Sermon Seeds, lectionary citations, weekly theme, lectionary texts, bulletin back page, 2012.
- Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, Baptism of Jesus, 2012, Bruce G. Epperly, "...bringing process-relational thought to people of faith."
- The Lectionary Lab, Baptism of the Lord, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2012.
- Sermon Nuggets, Epiphany 1B - Baptism of Jesus, 2012, Lindy Black. Illustrations, humor, questions, quotations.
- Lectionary Notes, Baptism of the Lord, Beth Quick, 2012.
- Starters for Sunday, 8 January 2012. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
- Initiation, Wayne Brouwer, Emphasis Preaching Journal.
- Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
- Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, The Baptism of Our Lord, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
- Preaching Peace commentary, Jeff Krantz & Michael Hardin.
- Jesus Now, Epiphany 1B. Lectionary, study and worship resources from Faith Futures Jesus Then & Now.
- Text Studies, Epiphany B-1, Dan Nelson. (Lutheran)
- Rumors, for January 11, 2009, Ralph Milton, "Sermon helps for preachers with a sense of humor."
- John Shearman's Lectionary, Epiphany 1B, 2009, Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada.
- 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.)
- This Week at PreachingIllustrations.com, 2012.
- Social Justice Lectionary, Bruce Sweet, 2012.
- Stewardship Sermon Starter, Stewardship Now. ELCA, 2012.
- World Hunger Sermon Starters, ELCA, 2012.
- The Center for Excellence in Preaching, resources from Calvin Theological Seminary: Comments & Observations, Textual Points, Illustration Ideas, 2012.
- Lectionary at Lunch: MP3, Windows Media, and Real Audio files of lectures by professors at Concordia Seminary, St Louis, MO (LCMS), 2012.
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. 2012.
- Homiletical Hot Tub, preaching blog at Lectionary Homiletics, 2012.
- The Good Word, A Blog on Scripture and Preaching, America: The National Catholic Weekly, 2012.
- Tuesday Lectionary Leanings, Of Water and the Spirit Edition, RevGalBlogPals lectionary discussion, 2012.11th Hour Preachers Party.
- "Does Baptism Make for Better Presidents?" Andy Watts, ON Scripture, Odyssey Network, 2012.
- "I Know How You Feel," The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2011. 2009.
- "Blessed New Year!" David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2012.
- Sermon Notes for January 8, Michael Rich, In-Formatio, 2012.
- "Baptism, Mystery and Creativity," Todd Weir, bloomingcactus, 2012.
- "The Original Love Language," Peter Woods, I Am Listening, 2012.
- "Handling Sin," Rick Morley, 2012.
- "Holy Collision!" Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, ELCA, 2012.
- A Return to the River, Jan Richardson, The Painted Prayerbook, 2012. Use of images.
- "January's Comfort," John C Holbert, Patheos, 2012.
- "You'll Know It When It Happens," Caspar Green, Scarlet Letter Bible, 2012.
- "The Politics of Acts 19:1-11," Aaron Howard, Political Theology, 2012.
- "Out in the Wilderness," C. Christopher Smith, The Ekklesia Project, 2012.
- "Happy New Year," Neil Chappell, A Weird Thing, 2012.
- "Am I All Wet?" Tim Good, The Naked Alien, 2012.
- Liberal Lectionary Resources, Bryan Jackson, 2012.
- "Up From the Water," Bob Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2012.
- 10 Minute Worship Blog, Baptism of our Lord, Dan Bollerud, 10 minute commuter mp3 worship, 2012.
- "Thou Art My Beloved," Suzanne Guthrie, Soulwork toward Sunday: At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2012.
- "Jesus Baptism," Peter Lockhart, Reflections on Faith and Spirituality, 2012.
- "New Creation, New Year," Melissa Bane Sevier, Contemplative Viewfinder, 2012.
- Lectionary Ruminations, Summit to Shore, 2012.
- Daily Reflection, Baptism of the Lord, 2012, Larry Gillick, S.J., Creighton University. Reflexiones Dominicales en español.
- This Sunday's Readings, (The Baptism of Christ), Rosalind Brown, Church Times, (Church of England), 2012.
- "Two Words," Larry Patten, 2012.
- HuffPost Religion, religion news and contemporary news in religious perspective. Always worth a read...
- Break Open the Word, Michael T. Hiller, 2012.
- One Little Word, David J. Risendal, 2012.
- Weekly Reading, Anthony B. Robinson, 2012.
- Hitchhiker's Guide to the Bible, Andy Doyle, Episcopal Dicese of Texas, 2012.
- The River of Life, Loddon Mallee UCA Presbytery Blog, 2012.
- Quadratos, Alexander J. Shaia, 2012.
- The Hardest Question, 2012.
- Visual Theology, Faithful Images, Dave Perry, reflections and images usually tied to RCL texts, 2012.
- Sunday's Child, Daily Lectionary and Reflections on Scripture and World, Una Malachica, 2012.
- Kairos-Milwaukee UCC Blog, Reflections on the RCL by Rev. Rick Skidmore, 2012.
- Stillspeaking Daily Devotional, UCC.org. Daily devotional for Twitter. (Daily RCL)
- Unfolding Light, Daily Reflections leading toward Sunday readings, Steve Garnaas-Holmes, 2012.
- Weekly Reflections on the Christian Faith (lectionary texts), conversations between Mark Smith and David Owen, England Public School Chaplains. 2012
- Kairos CoMotion Lectionary Dialogue, Wesley White, 2012.
- Church in the World, Steve Godfrey, 2012.
- Living the Lectionary, Daily RCL reflections, Pr. Phil Heinze, Fort Worth, TX, 2012.
- The Preacher's Exchange - First Impressions and Homilias Domincales / Homilias Breves. Jude Siciliano, O.P., 2012.
- SacraConversazione, discussion of the texts in terms of traditions of interpreters, from a postmodern perspective, 2012.
- COSLC Grace Notes, Pastor Dan Bollerud, Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Anchorage, AK. Meditations & poetry, 2012.
- Lectionary Scripture Notes, Dr. Norman Beck.
- Panoramic Views of Faith and Health, Butch Odom. Daily lectionary thoughts and prayer, 2012.
- "Creation and Rebirth," Mona West, Greg Carey, Mykal Slack, Out In Scripture: An Honest Encounter Between Our Lives and the Bible, Human Rights Campaign, 2009. (LGBT perspective)
- "Baptism or New Creation?" Daniel Deffenbaugh, Seeds of Shalom, 2009.
- Dylan's Lectionary Blog. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church, 2006.
- The Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2009.
- "The God Who Is For Us," Jeff Krantz, Proclaiming Gospel Justice: Reflections on the Scriptures and Progressive Spirituality, The Witness, 2006.
- Articles from The Christian Century:
  - "Power and Delight," Christine Pohl, 2006. (scripture references may be listed incorrectly at the destination site.)
  - "A Watery Solution," Barbara Sholis, 2002.
  - "The Waters of Solidarity," Mary W. Anderson, 1999.
  - "New and Old Together," 1997. At Religion Online.
- "Living the Word," at Sojourners:
  - "Order out of Chaos," Enuma Okoro, "The Freedom to Choose Life," 2012.
  - "Water and Fire," Michaela Bruzzese, "Claiming Our Inheritance," 2009.
  - "Waters," Robert Roth, "Making a Moment," 2006.
- Desperate Preacher's Site: sermons, discussions, liturgical material and other resources.
- Sunday by Sunday, Reflections on Stewardship based on the RCL Gospels, Year B. 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):
- "As It Was in the Beginning," the Rev. David Lewicki, Day 1, 2012.
- Göttinger Predigten im Internet: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors, 2012.
- "In the Hole He Goes," the Rev. Tim Boggess, Day 1, 2009.
- "The Hospitality House," The Rev. Mark Sargent, Day 1, 2006.
Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
- "New Beginnings," Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2012.
- "Valuing the Goodness of the Earth," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Caring for Creation," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2013. Focus article, "Valuing the Goodness of the Earth," Jame Schaefer. (Genesis 1, 2)
- "Person of the Year," Faith Lens, ELCA, 2012.
- Lectionary Notes, Baptism of the Lord, Rev. Beth Quick and the Lectionary Chat Group Bible Study of St. Paul's UMC, Oneida, NY.
- "Stewardship of Creation," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Moral Landscape of Creation," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2001. (Genesis 1)
- "An Attitude of Discipleship: Connected," John and Robin McCullough-Bade, Daily Discipleship Bible Study, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, 2009.
- Lesson Plans That Work, Adults, Epiphany, Year B, The Episcopal Church, 2009.
- 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 Epiphany Resources Page includes links to artistic images of the Baptism of Christ.
Complete Liturgies and General Worship Planning Resources:
- Worship Planning Helps (Baptism of the Lord): Worship & Preaching Notes, Hymn Suggestions and Worship Resources from the United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2012.
- Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2012. (Terms of Use
- The Worship Closet, Baptism of the Lord, Creative Worship Ideas, 2012.
- Ministry Matters free worship resources, January 8, 2012.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Baptism of the Lord B, 2012, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
- Liturgy for the Celebration of Life, Baptism of Jesus, 2012. Liturgies from a Progressive/Post-Liberal Theology, Revd Rex A.E. Hunt, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Worship Resources, January 8, 2012, Rev Mindi, Rev-o-lution.
- LCA Worship Planning Page, Epiphany +1, 2012, "Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship".
- Mustard Seeds, "Washed Clean," Baptism of Jesus B, 2012. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia
- Worship Resources, Epiphany 1B, John van de Laar, Sacredise.
- Epiphany and the Baptism of Christ: Epiphany Story, Holy Communion and Affirmation of Baptism, Epiphany and Baptism of Our Lord: Epiphany story emphasizing the coming of the Light, Holy Communion with Affirmation of Baptism. Lisa Frenz, Mr Carmel Lutheran Church
- Liturgies Online, Epiphany 1, by Rev Moira Laidlaw, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Worship and Liturgy Resources, Ordinary 1 - Baptism of Jesus, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
- The Baptism of Our Lord, The Rev. Thomas L. Weitzel, ELCA.
- 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, Year B - Epiphany 1: Baptism. General intercessions for Sundays and Feasts, by Ormonde Plater, Archdeacon of the [Anglican/Episcopal] Diocese of Louisiana.
- Background and Liturgy for Epiphany and the Blessing of Water at Byzantine.Net (Byzantine Catholics on the Web).
- Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
- Lector's Notes, the Baptism of the Lord, 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.
- Prayer for First Sunday after Epiphany, Year B, Revabi, RevgalBlogPals, 2009.
- Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
- Illustration Images, Leah Chang, suntreeriver design, 2012.
- 21st Century Worship Resources, Baptism of the Lord, UMC GBOD, 2012.
- Offertory Prayers, Baptism of the Lord, UMC GBOD, 2012.
- Starters for Sunday, 8 January 2012. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
- Call to Worship, January 8, 2012, Mary Jane Konings, Timaru, New Zealand.
- Confession RCL, Bill Wessner, 2012.
- The subjectivity and secrecy of the first epiphany, prayer based on Mark 1:4-11, Dennis Koch, SermonStudio.
- The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 29, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2012.
- Seeking Higher Ground, Worship Ways, UCC, 2012.
- Eucharistic Prayer - Baptism of Jesus, Paul Bellan-Boyer, 2012.
- "Thou Art My Beloved," Suzanne Guthrie, Soulwork toward Sunday: At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2012.
- Prayers of the People, Christmas, Fr. Jeremiah Williamson, Praying the Scriptures, 2012.
- Sunday Prayer: Baptism of Jesus/Epiphany, RevGalBlogPals, 2012.
- 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, Baptism of the Lord. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
- Clip Art Images: Baptism of Christ, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
- Ordinary 1 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.
- 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.
- Mustard Seeds, "Washed Clean," Baptism of Jesus B, 2012. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia
- "Belief and Action," FaithElement discipleship system "setting the Bible free," 2012.
- A Return to the River, Jan Richardson, The Painted Prayerbook, 2012. 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):
- "The Day the Heavens Were Torn Apart," 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:
  - “Down by the Jordan,” Carolyn Winfrey Gillette’s hymn celebrates Jesus’ baptism and baptism today. The 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”).
  - “Spirit of God,” Carolyn Winfrey Gillette’s hymn is inspired by the biblical stories of the Spirit from creation, through the prophets, Jesus (including his baptism), Pentecost and today. Tune: O QUANTA QUALIA 11.11.11.11 (“God of Compassion, in Mercy Befriend Us”). This hymn is in Episcopalians’ Voices Found: Women in the Church's Song and adopted by composer Michael Bedford for an anthem published by the Choristers Guild.
  - “Creator of the Water,” Carolyn Winfrey Gillette’s hymn celebrates the biblical stories about God using water (creation, Noah, Red Sea, Jesus’ baptism and baptism today). Tune: LANCASHIRE 7.6.7.6 D (“The Day of Resurrection”).
  - “At The Dawn of Your Creation” an original hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, based on Creation story in Genesis 1, Palm 8 and the call to care for creation. Tune: HYMN TO JOY 8.7.8.7 D (“Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee”).
  - Hymns of the Spirit Three, Baptism of Christ, Richard E. Hurst, Universalist National Memorial Church.
- Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
  - Hymn and Song Suggestions, Baptism of Christ B, 2012, annotated suggestions from Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
  - Shepherd Sounds, First Sunday after the Epiphany. 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.
  - Lectionary Hymns, Baptism of the Lord, UMC GBOD, 2012.
  - Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary (with lyrics and sound files) from the Oremus Hymnal. (Click "Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary.")
  - Lectionary Hymns, Baptism of the Lord, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
  - Choral Anthem Project, Baptism of the Lord, 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, Baptism of Christ / Epiphany 1B 2009, annotated suggestions from Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
  - Sing for Joy, Baptism of Our Lord, 2009. Choral reflections on this week's lectionary readings, St. Olaf College.
  - Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2012. (Terms of Use)
  - Starters for Sunday, 8 January 2012. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
  - Together to Celebrate, January 8, 2012, 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):
- "Children's Literature: A Resource for Ministry," January 8, 2012, Union Presbyterian Seminary. Connections: Genesis 1:1-5 and Draw Me a Star by Eric Carle, And God Created Squash by Martha Whitmore Hickman, Ther Was an Old Man Who Painted the Sky by Teri Sloat, Mr. Adn Mrs. God in the Creation Kitchen by Nancy Wood; Acts 19:1-7 and Harold and the Purple Crayon by Crockett Johnson; Mark 1:4-11 and Wizzil by William Steig.
- Worshiping with Children, Baptism of the Lord, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2012.
- "Sermon of the Week," / "Mensajes para ninos," Sermons 4 Kids, Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com.
- In the Beginning, Dianne Deming, Children's Sermons Today, 2012.
- Children's Story, Worship Ways, UCC, 2012.
- "You Belong!" Frances Woodruff, On the Chancel Steps.
- Pointing Out the Christ, Anna Shirey based on Mark 1:4-11 from CSSPlus.
- Faith Formation Journeys, Baptism of Jesus, childrens sermon, 2012.
- Story for Children's Worship and Family Activity, Baptism, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding.
- "Pointing Out the Christ," Anna's Hosannas, 2012.
- "What Baptism Means to Us," Children's Time, in Sermons and Liturgies. Richard J. Fairchild. (Scroll down in liturgies to find Children's Time.)
- Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2012. (Terms of Use)
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 by Reg McMillan, St.Stephen's Presbyterian Church, Peterborough, Ontario. Word search puzzles in RTF or plain text (html) formats.
Drama (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
- Dramatic Reading, John 1/Genesis 1, Theresa Coleman, reverend mommy's random thoughts.
A list of links to other lectionary-based preaching and worship resources.