Easter 2C
April 7
, 2013
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with gratitude for the Distance Master of Divinity Program
at the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary
www.dubuqueseminary.org .
Image: Caravaggio at Hermanoleon
Click on Scripture Lessons below for study links and resources:
Acts 5:27-32
Roman
Catholic reading: Acts 5:12-16
Psalm 118:14-29
or Psalm 150
Roman Catholic
reading: Psalm 118:2-24
United Methodist reading:
Psalm 150
Revelation 1:4-8
Roman
Catholic reading: Revelation
1:9-11, 12-13, 17-19
Reading and Studying the Text This Week
- Texts:
- Illustrated lectionary readings at Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
- Roman Catholic Lectionary Readings from the New American Bible.
- Episcopal Lectionary: BCP - RCL.
- Lutheran lectionary readings, Year C, from the ELCA site.
- United Methodist lectionary readings.
- 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:
- Movies Linked at The Text This Week's Movie Concordance, with the following themes:
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Commentary, Exegesis & Sermon Preparation (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
- 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).
- Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives, Easter 2, 2013. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
- Preaching This Week commentary, WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2013. 2010.
- "Breath, Touch, Sight and Faith," D Mark Davis, Left Behind and Loving It, 2013.
- Preaching Helps. Rev. Dawn Chesser, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2013.
- "The Adventurous Lectionary," Bruce Epperly, Living a Holy Adventure, 2013.
- SAMUEL, "Resurrection Witness," UCC, 2013.
- The Lectionary Lab, Easter 2, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2013. Lectionary Lab Live podcast.
- Pulpit Fiction, podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2013.
- Sermon Nuggets, Lindy Black, 2013.
- Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, Easter 2, Bruce G. Epperly, "...bringing process-relational thought to people of faith."
- Ministry Matters, April 7, 2013.
- Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
- Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Easter 2, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
- Preaching Peace commentary, Jeff Krantz & Michael Hardin.
- Rumors, for April 11, 2010, Ralph Milton, "Sermon helps for preachers with a sense of humor." (Final edition.)
- Jesus Now, Easter 2C. Lectionary, study and worship resources from Faith Futures Jesus Then & Now.
- Readings, Analysis of Texts and Preaching Paths, Dennis Bratcher, Christian Resource Institute. (Church of the Nazarene.)
- Text Studies, Easter 2, Diedrik Nelson. (Lutheran)
- "Octave of Easter" / Low Sunday, Wikipedia.
- "Low Sunday," The Catholic Encyclopedia, New Advent.
- "Low Sunday," Ronald Knox, The Epistles and the Gospel.
- Starters for Sunday. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2013.
- This Week at PreachingIllustrations.com, 2013.
- Social Justice Lectionary, Bruce Sweet, 2013.
- Stewardship Sermon Starter, Stewardship Now. ELCA, 2013.
- World Hunger Sermon Starters, ELCA, 2013.
- The Center for Excellence in Preaching, resources from Calvin Theological Seminary: Comments & Observations, Textual Points, Illustration Ideas, 2013.
- Lectionary at Lunch: MP3, Windows Media, and Real Audio files of lectures by professors at Concordia Seminary, St Louis, MO (LCMS), 2013.
- 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:
- 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. 2013.
- Homiletical Hot Tub, preaching blog at Lectionary Homiletics, 2013.
- The Good Word, A Blog on Scripture and Preaching, America: The National Catholic Weekly, 2013.
- Tuesday Lectionary Leanings, Low Sunday Edition, RevGalBlogPals lectionary discussion, 2013.
- "Why Our Bodies Matter," Greg Carey, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2013.
- "Remembering Rosa Parks: The Radical Faith of a Rebel Christian," Easter 2, Daniel B. Clendenin, The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2013. 2010 reflection. 2007 reflection.
- "Open the Door" Beth Scibienski, A Thousand Words of Inspiration, 2013.
- "Order of St. Thomas," Michael Coffey, 2013.
- "Divine Wound," Suzanne Guthrie, Soulwork toward Sunday: At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2013.
- "Show Me," Rev. Anne S. Howard, A Word in Time, The Beatitudes Society, 2013.
- "Easter for Doubters: The Unexpected Faith of Thomas," David R Henson, Edges of Faith, 2013.
- "The Never-Ending Story," David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2013.
- "Locked In And Locked Out," Alyce M. McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, 2013.
- "Doubting Thomas," Nancy Rockwell, A Bite in the Apple, 2013.
- "That You May Believe," Thomas Beam, 2013.
- "Doubt, Belief, and Life in Jesus' Name," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013.
- Lectionary Ruminations, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2013.
- The Worship Closet, Amy Loving, 2013.
- "Oh Hopscotch and Crocuses and Doubting Thomas Once More," the Rev. Dr. Janet H. Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2013.
- "Can't figure out how to keep Jesus from showing up," Bob Stuhlmann, Stories from a Priestly Life, 2013.
- Christian Leadership Center Commentary, Russell E. Saltzman, 2013.
- "Faithful Witness," Bob Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2013.
- "Recognizing and Commissioning," Christopher Burkett, Preacher Rhetorica, 2013.
- "Thoughts on the Day After Easter," Bruce Maples, 2013.
- Sacredise Worship Resources, 2013.
- Care for Creation Reflections, Tom Mundahl, Lutherans Restoring Creation, 2013.
- Lectionary Notes, Beth Quick, 2013.
- Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2013.
- "The Gift of Music," Steve Goodier, Life Support Systems, 2013.
- Pray As You Can, Reflections, commentary, prayer, poems, etc., Kym Harris, Diocese of Rockhampton, 2013.
- Scripture Reflections, Bob Flaherty, Newberg First United Methodist Church, 2013.
- Lectio Divina Podcast, Todd Spencer, 2013.
- "Ten Minutes on a Tuesday," a weekly resource for preachers and worship leaders, The Methodist Church of New Zealand, 2013.
- HuffPost Religion, religion news and contemporary news in religious perspective. Always worth a read...
- Visual Theology, Faithful Images, Dave Perry, reflections and images usually tied to RCL texts, 2013.
- Unfolding Light, Daily Reflections leading toward Sunday readings, Steve Garnaas-Holmes, 2013.
- Break Open the Word, Michael T. Hiller, 2013.
- One Little Word, David J. Risendal, 2013.
- Weekly Reading, Anthony B. Robinson, 2013.
- Hitchhiker's Guide to the Bible, Andy Doyle, Episcopal Diocese of Texas, 2013.
- The River of Life, Loddon Mallee UCA Presbytery Blog, 2013.
- The Hardest Question, 2013.
- Ponderings on a Faith Journey, Robert Cornwall, 2013.
- Sunday's Child, Daily Lectionary and Reflections on Scripture and World, Una Malachica, 2013.
- Kairos-Milwaukee UCC Blog, Reflections on the RCL by Rev. Rick Skidmore, 2013.
- Stillspeaking Daily Devotional, UCC.org. Daily devotional for Twitter. (Daily RCL)
- Weekly Reflections on the Christian Faith (lectionary texts), conversations between Mark Smith and David Owen, England Public School Chaplains. 2013
- Kairos CoMotion Lectionary Dialogue, Wesley White, 2013.
- Living the Lectionary, Daily RCL reflections, Pr. Phil Heinze, Fort Worth, TX, 2013.
- The Preacher's Exchange - First Impressions and Homilias Domincales / Homilias Breves. Jude Siciliano, O.P., 2013.
- SacraConversazione, discussion of the texts in terms of traditions of interpreters, from a postmodern perspective, 2013.
- COSLC Grace Notes, Pastor Dan Bollerud, Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Anchorage, AK. Meditations & poetry, 2013.
- Lectionary Scripture Notes, Dr. Norman Beck.
- Panoramic Views of Faith and Health, Butch Odom. Daily lectionary thoughts and prayer, 2013.
- "It's Not about Thomas," David Lose, WorkingPreacher.org.
- "Speaking Out," Mark Ryan, The Ekklesia Project, 2010.
- Lectionary Blogging, John Petty, Progressive Involvement, 2010.
- "Seeing is Believing," Melissa Band Sevier, Contemplative Viewfinder, 2010.
- "The Importance of Being Uncertain," Peter Woods, I Am Listening, 2010.
- The Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2010.
- "We Are Witnesses," Paul Bellan-Boyer, City Called Heaven, 2010.
- "Being Loved and Being Out," Angela Bauer-Levesque, Alma Crawford, Tat-Siong Benny Liew, Out in Scripture, Human Rights Campaign, 2010. (LGBT)
- Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Easter 2, 2007. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church.
- The Christian Century:
- "Crying Shame," M. Craig Barnes, 2004.
- "Fanning the Flames," Heidi A. Peterson, 2001.
- "Those Who Have Not Seen," James C. Somerville, 1998.
- Sojourners "Living the Word," archives:
- "A Peace Process," Walter Brueggemann, "The Power of Suffering Love," 2010.
- 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):
- "Thomas," Frederick Buechner, Buechner Blog.
- "Opening Day," the Rev. Matthew Gaventa, Day 1, 2013.
- "Exchanging the Peace," the Very Rev. Anthony F.M. Clavier, Sermons that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2013.
- Ministry Matters, April 7, 2013.
- 2 Pascua (C), el Rvdo. Isaias A. Rodriguez, Sermones que Iluminan, 2013.
- Göttinger Predigten im Internet: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors, 2013.
- "Trust Jesus and Elvis," the Rev. Susan Sparks, Day 1, 2010.
- Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
- "Resurrection Witness," Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2013.
- "What's in a Name?" Lindean Barnett, Faith Lens, ELCA, 2013.
- Bible Study, Easter 2, 2013, Alan Cowart, Virginia Theological Seminary, Sermons that Work, Episcopal Digital Network.
- Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2013.
- "Singing with the Psalter," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Singing Our Lives," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2006. (Psalm 30)
- "The Beloved Disciple," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Friendship," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2008. (John 20)
- "The Art of Final Judgment," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Heaven and Hell," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2002. (Revelation 1)
- 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 and Images on The Text This Week's Easter Resources page.
- Complete Liturgies and General Worship Planning Resources:
- Worship Planning Helps (Easter 2): Worship & Preaching Notes, Hymn Suggestions and Worship Resources from the United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2013.
- Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2013. (Terms of Use)
- Worship Resources, Easter 2, Rev. Mindi, Rev-o-lution, 2013.
- Sacredise Worship Resources, 2013.
- Worship resources for Easter 2 by Dallas A. Brauninger from SermonSuite.
- LCA Worship Planning Page, Easter 2C, "Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship."
- Ministry Matters, April 7, 2013.
- "Doubt, Belief, and Life in Jesus' Name," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Easter 2C, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
- Mustard Seeds, "Love in Spite of the Shadow of a Doubt," Easter 2, 2013. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- Worship and Liturgy Resources, Easter 2, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Liturgies Online, Easter 2, by Rev Moira Laidlaw, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Sermons and Liturgies for Year C, 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.
- Lector's Notes, Easter 2, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
- Resources: Based on the Revised Common Lectionary. Prayers, Collects and Litanies by Bruce Prewer, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Prayers of the People, Year C - Easter 2. 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.
- "Liturgy: prayer reflection", reflections on the collect at the Eucharist, Rev. Bosco Peters, New Zealand.
- Thematic, Intercessory and Scripture Prayers for the RCL, Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
- Prayer for Easter 2, RevAbi, RevGalBlogPals, 2010.
- Starters for Sunday. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2013.
- 21st Century Worship Resources, UMC GBOD, 2013.
- Offertory Prayers, UMC GBOD, 2013.
- Call to Worship, Mary-Jane Konings, 2013.
- Confession RCL, Bill Wessner, 2013.
- The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 118:14-29, Easter 2C, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2013.
- Prayers and Musical Ideas, Easter 2, 2013. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
- "The Loving Hands of God," Worship Ways, UCC, 2013.
- Prayers of the People, Lowell Grisham, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Fayetteville, Arkansas, 2013.
- "Divine Wound," Suzanne Guthrie, Soulwork toward Sunday: At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2013.
- Prayers of the People, Jeremiah Williamson, Praying the Scriptures, 2013.
- Words for Worship, Amy Loving, The Worship Closet, 2013.
- 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 and Multimedia (see also listings at individual
scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
- Art in the Christian Tradition, Jean and Alexander Heard, Vanderbilt Divinity Library. Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial ShareAlike 3.0 License.
- HermanoLeón Clipart, Easter 2. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
- Clip Art Images: John 20:19-31, John 20:19-31, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
- 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.
- Mustard Seeds, "Love in Spite of the Shadow of a Doubt," Easter 2, 2013. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- "Praise 101," faithelement, various mulitimedia approaches to this week's scripture texts.
- Jesus' appearance to the disciples and to Thomas, audio telling, story in episodes, graphic, audio and written commentaries. Go Tell Communications, Biblical Storytelling for the Global Village, 2010.
- 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):
- "Witnessing to our Faith," reflection by Paul Bellan-Boyer, eBulletins reflections, prayer reminders, activity corner, American Bible Society Bible Resource Center, 2010.
- Hymns and Music:
- Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
- "Zacchaeus Was a Tax Man," Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, AURELIA 7.6.7.6.D. Bread for the World "Tax Day".
- Hymns of the Spirit Three, Easter 2C, Richard E. Hurst, Universalist National Memorial Church.
- Psalm Settings:
- "Give your Thanks to God," (Psalm 118), "Great Is Our Lord God," (Psalm 150), lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry. See Terms of Use.
- Psalm 118:14-29 set to Maryton (LM), Psalm 150 set to Dix (77 77 77), Psalm Settings by Dale A. Schoening, Metrical Psalms.
- Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
- Hymn and Song Suggestions, Easter 2, 2013, annotated suggestions from Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
- You Call That Church Music? alternative music planning blog for church musicians following the RCL (with videos), Ann Strickland, 2013.
- Lectionary Hymns, UMC GBOD, 2013.
- Hymn and Song Suggestions, Easter 2C, 2010, 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.")
- Worship Resource Manual, The Moravian Church, Southern Province. Worksheets for planning music in worship: hymns, anthems, solos, organ repertoire suggestions for RCL texts. Direct link to Easter 2.
- Hymnary.org, hymns, scores, media, information.
- The Billabong, Easter 2, by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in Australia: Hymn suggestions and paraphrases of lectionary Psalms.
- Choral Anthem Project, Easter 2C, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
- Sing for Joy, Easter, 2C, 2007. Choral reflections on this week's lectionary readings, St. Olaf College.
- Starters for Sunday. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2012.
- Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2013. (Terms of Use)
- Together to Celebrate, Easter 2, 2013, David MacGregor, Uniting Church in Australia. Contemporary Christian Music resources.
- Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
- With Children (see also listings at individual
scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
- Worshiping with Children, Easter 2C, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2013.
- "Children's Literature: A Resource for Ministry," April 7, 2013, Union Presbyterian Seminary. Connections: Acts 5:27-32 and Unspoken by Henry Cole, Revelation 1:4:-8 and And To Think That We Thought That We'd Never Be Friends by Mary Ann Hoberman, John 20:19-31 and The Boy Who Cried Bigfoot! by Scott Magoon.
- "And Also with You," On the Chancel Steps, children's resources by Frances Woodruff, 2013.
- Blessed are those who believe -- Children’s sermons based on John 20:19-31 from SermonSuite.
- Children's Sermon, Easter 2, Faith Formation Journeys, 2013.
- "Doubt, Belief, and Life in Jesus' Name," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013.
- "Sermon of the Week," / "Mensajes para ninos," Sermons 4 Kids, Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com.
- "Marked Deck or Optical Illusion," video, John Stevens, Dollar Store Children's Sermons, 2013.
- Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2013. (Terms of Use)
- Story for Children's Worship and Family Activity, Easter 2, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding.
- Ministry Matters, April 7, 2013.
- Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2013.
- 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.)
- Weekly Devotions, Faith Formation Journeys, 2013.
- Lectionary Puzzles, Easter 2. Word search puzzles in RTF or plain text, by Reg McMillan, St.Stephen's Presbyterian Church, Peterborough, Ontario.
- Drama (see listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
