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  Sts Peter & Paul
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  Pr 9/OT14/P+5
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  Pr10/OT15/P+6
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  Ste. M Magdalene
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  St James Elder
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  Pr12/OT17/P+8
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  Pr13/OT18/P+9
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  Transfiguration
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  Pr14/OT19/P+10
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  Assumption Mary
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  St Mary
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  Pr15/OT20/P+11
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  Pr16/OT21/P+12
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  St Bartholomew
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  Pr17/OT22/P+13
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  Pr18/OT23/P+14
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  Pr19/OT24/P+15
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  Holy Cross Day
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  Pr20/OT25/P+16
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  St Matthew
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  Pr21/OT26/P+17
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  Pr22/OT27/P+18
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Epiphany 7B
(not used in 2009, RCL)
February 22, 2009, Roman Catholic

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Click on Scripture Lessons below for study links and resources: 

Isaiah 43:18-25
Roman Catholic reading: Isaiah 43:18-19, 21-22, 24-25

Psalm 41
Roman Catholic reading: Psalm 41:2-14

2 Corinthians 1:18-22

Mark 2:1-12

Reading and Studying the Text This Week

bulletTexts:
bulletLectionary readings from Vanderbilt Divinity Library. (NRSV)
bullet Roman Catholic Lectionary Readings from the New American Bible.
bulletThe 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.
bulletLectionary readings from the Episcopal Lectionary: BCP - RCL.
bulletUnited Methodist lectionary readings, Year B.
bulletBiblical Passages for Mennonite Bulletins, Year B.
bulletFree Church version for Baptist, Reformed, and Congregational use Revised Common Lectionary Readings.
bullet ELCIC Worship Planning Calendar, lectionary citations with and without hymn suggestions, text and pdf formats.
bullet Lutheran RCL CEV readings - .doc files. Lutheran Bible Ministries.
bullet PCUSA - Lectionary for Sundays and Festivals Scripture Reference.
bulletImages and Movies:
bulletImages Linked at The Text This Week's Art Concordance, with the following themes:
bullet Healing
bulletMovies Linked at The Text This Week's Movie Concordance, with the following themes:
bulletForgiveness
bulletHealing
bullet Clean/Unclean
bulletRebirth/New Life
bulletResurrection
bulletConversion
bullet Commentary, Exegesis & Sermon Preparation (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
bullet Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives, Ordinary 7, 2009. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University.
bullet Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
bullet Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Epiphany 7, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
bullet Commentary and Reflections, Epiphany 7B, Lawrence Moore, Disclosing New Worlds, 2009.
bullet "Which Is Easier?" Epiphany 7B, 2009, Sea Raven, Liberal Christian Commentary.
bullet Lectionary Analysis, Epiphany 7, Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada. At Richard Fairchild's Sermon & Sermon - Lectionary Resources.
bullet Preaching Helps (Epiphany 7). Safiyah Fosua, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2006.
bullet Preaching Peace commentary, Jeff Krantz & Michael Hardin.
bullet Readings, Analysis of Texts and Preaching Paths, Dennis Bratcher, Christian Resource Institute. (Church of the Nazarene.)
bulletSAMUEL at ucc.org: lectionary citations, weekly theme, lectionary texts, commentary and bulletin back page.
bullet Text Studies, Epiphany 7-B, Dan Nelson. (Lutheran)
bullet "Other Peoples' Faith!" The Practice of Jesus, Bill Fletcher, Aotearoa-New Zealand, 2009.
bullet Lists of recommended articles available with ATLAS subscription for these texts:
bullet Isaiah 43:18-25
bullet Psalm 41
bullet 2 Corinthians 1:18-22
bullet Mark 2:1-12
bullet Lectionary Reflections, Discussions & Weblogs:
bullet The Good Word, blog on scripture and preaching from America: The National Catholic Weekly, 2009.
bullet Lectionary Introductions (background / context) and discussion, February 22, 2009. Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand.
bullet Dylan's Lectionary Blog. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church, 2006.
bullet Daily Reflection, Ordinary 7B, Larry Gillick, S.J., Creighton University, 2009.
bullet "Letting Go of Your Story: Learning from Traudl Junge," The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2006.
bullet "Perceiving with Compassion," Michael Hopkins, "Proclaiming Gospel Justice: Reflections on the Scriptures and Progressive Spirituality," The Witness, 2006.
bullet The Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2006.
bullet This Sunday's Readings, Second Sunday before Lent, Martin Warner, Church Times, 2009.
bulletThe Preacher's Exchange - First Impressions, Volume 2, and Homilias Domincales / Homilias Breves. Jude Siciliano, O.P., 2009.
bullet SacraConversazione, discussion of the texts in terms of traditions of interpreters, from a postmodern perspective, 2009.
bullet COSLC Grace Notes, Pastor Dan Bollerud, Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Anchorage, AK. Meditations & poetry, 2009.
bullet"Living the Word," at Sojourners:
bullet "Deliverance," Robert Roth, "Healing People, Healing Nations," 2006.
bullet "Into Lent," Lauren F. Winner, "Divine Manifestations," 2003.
bulletArticles from The Christian Century:
bullet "Dose of Forgiveness," Debra Farrington, 2006.
bullet "Lame Excuse," Barbara Crafton, 2003.
bullet "Twice Healed," Douglas R. Loving, 2000.
bullet Desperate Preacher's Site: sermons, discussions, liturgical material and other resources.
bullet 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.
bulletSermons (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
bullet "No Problem!" Dianne Bergant, CSA, America: The National Catholic Weekly, 2003.
bullet "Homecoming for a Forgiven Sinner," John R. Donahue, SJ, America: The National Catholic Weekly, 2000.
bulletGroup Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
bullet Lectionary Notes, Epiphany 7, Rev. Beth Quick and the Lectionary Chat Group Bible Study of St. Paul's UMC, Oneida, NY.
bullet Banquet of the Word, Bible Study Based on the Sunday Readings, by Rev. Thomas Welbers.
bullet "An Attitude of Discipleship: Boldness," John and Robin McCullough-Bade, Daily Discipleship Bible Study, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, 2009.
bullet Proclaiming Faith, Ordinary 7, 2009 - exploring the Sunday and Holy Day readings - reflections and young people's activities. Sadlier Publishing.
bulletBible Study - verse by verse Roman Catholic lectionary commentary at St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Picayune, MS.
bullet Light on the Lessons, Lutheran Bible Ministries. .doc file leaders guide and participant guide for group study of the weekly lectionary readings.
bulletA list of links to on-line Bibles and general Bible study resources.
bulletA list of links to scholarly and preaching discussion groups and their homepages.
bulletA list of links to other lectionary-based preaching and worship resources.

OnLine Worship and Liturgy Resources

bulletThe Text This Week's Epiphany Resources Page.
bulletComplete Liturgies and General Worship Planning Resources:
bullet Worship Planning Helps, Epiphany 7, 2006. Worship & Preaching Notes, Hymn Suggestions and Worship Resources from the United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship.
bullet "Celebrating Our Oneness in the Body of Christ," service outline from the Mental Health & Disabilities Program, Mennonite Central Committee, Canada.
bullet Worship and Liturgy Resources, Ordinary 7 - Epiphany 7, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
bullet Liturgies Online, Epiphany 7, by Rev Moira Laidlaw, Uniting Church in Australia.
bullet "God's 'Yes' to Life!" The Practice of Jesus, Bill Fletcher, Aotearoa-New Zealand, 2009.
bullet Sermons and Liturgies for Year B, Richard J. Fairchild, United Church of Canada
bulletPrayers, Prefaces, Litanies, etc:
bullet Laughing Bird Liturgical Resources, by Nathan Nettleton, South Yarra Community Baptist Church, Melbourne, Australia. Prayers, blessings, Eucharistic prefaces and scripture paraphrases.
bullet Resources: Based on the Revised Common Lectionary. Prayers, Collects and Litanies by Bruce Prewer, Uniting Church in Australia.
bulletPrayers of the People, Year B - Epiphany 7. General intercessions for Sundays and Feasts, by Ormonde Plater, Archdeacon of the [Anglican/Episcopal] Diocese of Louisiana.
bullet Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
bullet Lector's Notes, Ordinary 7, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
bullet Healing Prayers, MomPriest, RevGalBlogPals, 2009.
bullet "Liturgy: prayers reflection", reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand.
bullet Worship Resources, Epiphany 7B, John van de Laar, Sacredise.
bullet Prayers and Musical Ideas, Ordinary 7, 2009. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University.
bullet World in Prayer, the Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist, Lodi, California. Prayers. Prayers and litanies based on each week's world news.
bulletGraphics & Multimedia:
bullet Clip Art Images: Mark 2:1-12, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
bullet Ordinary 7 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.
bullet Images for this week's readings, Pitts Theology Library Digital Image Archive.
bullet Bulletin Covers, www.scholia.net. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Emmett, Idaho. Scroll down for Year B index.
bullet Bulletin Inserts (see also Children's Bulletins, below):
bulletSAMUEL at ucc.org: lectionary citations, weekly theme, lectionary texts, commentary and bulletin back page.
bullet Scripture Introduction for Bulletin Insert, Epiphany 7, Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada. At Richard Fairchild's Sermon & Sermon - Lectionary Resources.
bullet Lectionary Introductions (background / context) and discussion, February 22, 2009. Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand.
bullet "That's What Friends Are For," reflection by Dorette Saunders, eBulletins reflections, prayer reminders, activity corner, American Bible Society Bible Resource Center.
bullet Hymns and Music:
bulletOriginal Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
bullet Hymn for Epiphany 7B, 7.6.7.6.D CRUGER, Alan Hinton, Disclosing New Worlds, 2009.
bullet Hymns of the Spirit Three, Epiphany 7B, Richard E. Hurst, Universalist National Memorial Church.
bullet Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
bullet Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary (with lyrics and sound files) from the Oremus Hymnal. (Click "Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary.")
bullet Lectionary Hymns, Ordinary 7B, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
bullet Hymn selections (United Methodist) and more from Hymnsite.com.
bullet Choral Anthem Project, Ordinary 7B, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
bullet Prayers and Musical Ideas, Ordinary 7, 2009. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University.
bulletWith Children (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
bullet Story for Children's Worship and Family Activity, Ordinary 7, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding.
bullet "Grab a Corner of the Blanket," Children's Time, in Sermons and Liturgies. Richard J. Fairchild. (Scroll down in liturgies to find Children's Time.)
bullet Proclaiming Faith, Ordinary 7, 2009 - exploring the Sunday and Holy Day readings - reflections and young people's activities. Sadlier Publishing.
bullet Ideas and Talks for Epiphany, Talks to Children, Rev. Donald McCorkindale, Dalgety Parish Church, Fife, Scotland.
bulletChildren's Bulletins (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
bullet Lectionary Puzzles by Reg McMillan, St.Stephen's Presbyterian Church, Peterborough, Ontario. Word search puzzles in RTF or plain text (html) formats.
bullet CatholicMom.com: Coloring Page, Mass Worksheet, Crossword Puzzle, and Word Search based on weekly gospel text.
bulletDrama (see listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
bulletA list of links to other lectionary-based preaching and worship resources.