Reading and Studying the Text This Week

Texts:
- NRSV Illustrated lectionary readings at 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.
- Lectionary readings from the 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:
  - Eating/Feeding/Eucharist
  - Solomon
- Movies Linked at The Text This Week's Movie Concordance, with the following themes:
  - Communion/Eucharist
  - Wisdom
Commentary, Exegesis & Sermon Preparation (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
- Preaching This Week at WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2009. Commentaries on lectionary readings by Sara Koenig, Kathryn Schifferdecker, James K. Mead, Susan Hylen, and Brian Peterson.
- Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
- Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Proper 15, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
- Preaching Peace commentary, Jeff Krantz & Michael Hardin.
- Rumors, for August 16, 2009, Ralph Milton, "Sermon helps for preachers with a sense of humor."
- Readings, Analysis of Texts and Preaching Paths, Dennis Bratcher, Christian Resource Institute. (Church of the Nazarene.)
- Text Studies, Proper 15, Dan Nelson. (Lutheran)
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:
- "Literalism that Kills," Barbara Cawthorne Crafton, Blogging toward Sunday, Theolog: The Blog of The Christian Century, 2009.
- "The Anti-Politics of the Gospel: What We Learn from King Solomon," The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2009.
- "Nourished by Wisdom," Charles W. Allen, Marti J. Steussy, Helene Tallon Russell, Out In Scripture: An Honest Encounter Between Our Lives and the Bible, Human Rights Campaign, 2009. (LGBT perspective)
- "Kings?" Kyle Childress, The Ekklesia Project, 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.
- "Christ's Body, Wisdom's Table," Winnie Varghese, "Proclaiming Gospel Justice: Reflections on the Scriptures and Progressive Spirituality," The Witness, 2006.
- The Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2009.
- Articles at The Christian Century:
  - "Whose Casserole?" Paul Stroble, 2006.
  - "Don't Be Ridiculous," John Ortberg, 2003.
  - "Wisdom Famine," Heidi Husted, 2000.
- Sojourners "Living the Word," archives:
  - "Proof of God's Love," Michaela Bruzzese, "From Bread to Body," 2009.
  - "Holy Models," Robert Roth, "A Secular or Sacred Witness?" 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):
- "The Woman Less Listened To," the Rev. Dr. David von Schlichten, Day 1, 2009.
- Sermons that Work, Proper 15 (RCL), the Rev. Ken Kesselus, ECUSA, 2009.
- "You Are Warmly Invited..." Dianne Bergant, CSA, America: The National Catholic Weekly, 2003.
- "You Are What You Eat," John R. Donahue, SJ, America: The National Catholic Weekly, 2000.
Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
- Lectionary Notes, Proper 15, Rev. Beth Quick and the Lectionary Chat Group Bible Study of St. Paul's UMC, Oneida, NY.
- "Sharing Wisdom as an Act of Love," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Where Wisdom is Found," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2009. (Psalm 111) Focus article, "Sharing Wisdom as an Act of Love," David Lyle Jeffrey.
- "Simpletons, Fools, and Mockers," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Pornographic Culture," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2002. (Proverbs 9)
- Light on the Lessons, Lutheran Bible Ministries. .doc file leaders guide and participant guide for group study of the weekly lectionary readings. (Scroll down past chart of CEV 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.
Complete Liturgies and General Worship Planning Resources:
- Mustard Seeds, "Wisdom," Proper 15, 2009. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- Worship Resources, Proper 15B, John van de Laar, Sacredise.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Ordinary 20, 2009, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
- Worship and Liturgy Resources, Ordinary 20, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Liturgies Online, Pentecost 11, by Rev Moira Laidlaw, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Sermons and Liturgies for Year B, Richard J. Fairchild, United Church of Canada.
- Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
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 - Proper 15/Ordinary 20. General intercessions for Sundays and Feasts, by Ormonde Plater, Archdeacon of the [Anglican/Episcopal] Diocese of Louisiana.
- Outside the Box, litanies, poems and prayers written for the local church, by Katherine Hawker.
- Lector's Notes, Ordinary 20, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
- Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
- "Liturgy: prayers reflection," reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, NZPB, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand. (Roman Catholic) (BCP TEC)
- Meditation Prompts and Prayers, "Turn in Here," Proper 15B, 2009. Suzanne Guthrie, At the Edge of the Enclosure.
- Sunday Prayer, MomPriest, RevGalBlogPals, 2009.
Graphics and Multimedia (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
- HermanoLeón Clipart, Ordinary 20B. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
- Art in the Christian Tradition, Jean and Alexander Heard, Vanderbilt Divinity Library. Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial ShareAlike 3.0 License.
- Clip Art Images: John 6:51-58, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
- Ordinary 20 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, a lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia, 2006.
- Bulletin Cover/Art, John 6:57, Psalm 34, John Stuart, Knoxville, TN. (Free use by churches.)
Bulletin Inserts:
- "Wisdom: A Voice that Calls to Us," reflection by Steve Berneking, eBulletins reflections, prayer reminders, activity corner, American Bible Society Bible Resource Center.
Hymns and Music:
- Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
  - "Wisdom," Brenton Prigge, 7.7.7.5, New Hymn.
  - Hymns of the Spirit Three, Proper 15B, Richard E. Hurst, Universalist National Memorial Church.
- Psalm Settings:
  - Psalm 111, Lacey Brown, The Emergent Psalter, 2009.
  - Psalm 111 set to He Leadeth Me (LMD 88 88 88 88), Psalm 34:9-14 set to St Thomas (SM 66 86), by Dale A. Schoening, Metrical Psalms.
  - Psalm 111, Psalm 34, lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry. Terms of Use.
- Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
  - Hymn and Song Suggestions, Pentecost 11, 2009, annotated suggestions from Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
  - Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary (with lyrics and sound files) from the Oremus Hymnal. (Click "Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary.")
  - Lectionary Hymns, Ordinary 20B, 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.
  - Choral Anthem Project, Ordinary 20B, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
  - Sing for Joy, Ordinary 20, 2009. Choral reflections on this week's lectionary readings, St. Olaf College.
With Children (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
- Story for Children's Worship and Family Activity, Ordinary 20, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding.
- "The Best of Everything," Children's Time, in Sermons and Liturgies. Richard J. Fairchild. (Scroll down in liturgies to find Children's Time.)
Children's Bulletins (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top 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)
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