Reading and Studying the Text This Week

Texts:
- Illustrated lectionary readings at Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
- Roman Catholic Lectionary Readings from the New American Bible.
- Lectionary readings from the Episcopal Lectionary: BCP - RCL.
- Lutheran lectionary readings, Year C, from the ELCA site.
- United Methodist lectionary readings.
- Biblical Passages for Mennonite Bulletins, Year C.
- 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:
  - The Wedding at Cana
- Movies Listed at The Text This Week's Movie Concordance, with the following themes:
Special Day Resources: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day/Sunday
Special Day Resources: The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
Resources in Response to Natural Disasters, Updated with resources for and about the Earthquake in Haiti
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.
- Preaching This Week at WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2010. Commentaries on lectionary readings by Anathea Portier-Young, James Limburg, Matthew Stith, and Roy Harrisville.
- "Extravagant Sign," commentary by Kate Huey, SAMUEL at ucc.org: lectionary citations, weekly theme, lectionary texts, commentary and bulletin back page.
- Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
- Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives, Ordinary 2, 2010. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University.
- Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Epiphany 2C, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
- Preaching Peace commentary, Jeff Krantz & Michael Hardin.
- Preaching Helps (Epiphany 2C, 2010). United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship.
- Lectionary Study, Epiphany 2C, Dr. Robert Linthicum, Partners in Urban Transformation, 2010.
- Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, Epiphany 2C, 2010, Bruce G. Epperly, "...bringing process-relational thought to people of faith."
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:
- Facebook Page: The Text This Week, lectionary discussion & suggested articles on Facebook.
- "A Miracle of Excess," Debbie Blue, Blogging toward Sunday, Theolog: The Blog of The Christian Century, 2010.
- Sermon Brainwave, January 17, 2010. Lectionary podcast featuring Profs. Karoline Lewis, David Lose and Matt Skinner, discussing the week's passages in light of current events. At Luther Seminary's WorkingPreacher.org.
- Tuesday Lectionary Leanings, Platinum Wedding Edition, RevGalBlogPals lectionary discussion, 2010. 11th Hour Preacher Party.
- Epiphany Season Sermon Starters, Robert V. Dodd, The Circuit Rider, 2010.
- "Marriage and Miracles," Jan Richardson, The Painted Prayerbook. (Use of Images.)
- The Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2010.
- It's there for the Drinking, Kairos-Milwaukie UCC Blog, Jim Ogden, 2010.
- Lectionary Blogging, John Petty, Progressive Involvement, 2010.
- "The Joy of Not Being in Charge," Ragan Sutterfield, The Ekklesia Project, 2010.
- "L'chai-im! - more wine!" Peter Woods, I am listening..., 2010.
- Think About It, Sermon Notes/Themes on current topics with complimentary PowerPoint images, Rev. Dorothy Okray, 2010.
- "Party Time: The Wedding at Cana," Epiphany 2C, The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2010.
- This Sunday's Readings, Epiphany 2C, Martin Warner, Church Times, 2010.
- Epiphany 2C, Laura and Matt Norvell, Grounded and Rooted in Love, 2010.
- Good Gifts that Keep on Giving, Pastor Sharron R. Lucas, Stewardship of Life Institute, 2010.
- Daily Reflection, Ordinary 2, Larry Gillick, S.J., Creighton University, 2010.
- Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Epiphany 2, 2007. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church.
- The Christian Century:
  - "Wedding Gifts," Lawrence Wood, 2007.
  - "Defining Moment," Jack Good, 2004.
  - "Glorious Promises," Frederick Niedner, 2000.
- Sojourners "Living the Word," archives:
  - "Radical Transformations," Walter Brueggemann, "Wondrous, Inexplicable, Demanding Newness," 2010.
  - "Being God's Body," Malinda Elizabeth Berry, "Jesus' Healing Waters," 2007.
  - "Signs of the Spirit," Michaela Bruzzese, "The Good News," 2004.
- Desperate Preacher's Site: sermons, discussions, liturgical material and other resources.
- Sunday by Sunday, Reflections on Stewardship based on the RCL Gospels, Year C. 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):
- "Finding Wild Space," the Rev. Anne Sutherland Howard, Day 1, 2010.
- Sermons that Work, Epiphany 2, the Rev. Ken Kesselus, ECUSA, 2010.
- Selected Sermon, Epiphany 2 (RCL), by Katarina K Whitley, in Worship that Works, ECUSA, 2007.
- 2 Epiphany, the Rev. Dr. A.K.M. Adam, Flesh and Bones, 2001. (Entire book of sermons is one long pdf file. Slow connections will require long download times.)
- "A Different Kind of Inauguration 1," John R Donahue, SJ, America: The National Catholic Weekly, 2001.
Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
- "Extravagant Sign," Kate Huey, Weekly Seeds, i.UCC.org, 2010.
- Lectionary Notes, Second Sunday after the Epiphany, Rev. Beth Quick and the Lectionary Chat Group Bible Study of St. Paul's UMC, Oneida, NY.
- "Marriage in the Fellowship of the Faithful," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Marriage," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2006. (John 2)
- "Making Difficult Decisions," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Cloning," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2005. (1 Corinthians 12)
- "Believe!" John and Robin McCullough-Bade, Imperatives of Discipleship, Daily Discipleship, Bible Study for adult discussions, 2010.
- Lesson Plans That Work, Adults, Epiphany, Year C, The Episcopal Church.
- Proclaiming Faith, Ordinary 2, 2010 - exploring the Sunday and Holy Day readings - reflections and young people's activities. Sadlier Publishing.
- 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

Complete Liturgies (includes prayers & hymns):
- Worship Planning Helps (Epiphany 2, 2010): Worship & Preaching Notes, Hymn Suggestions and Worship Resources from the United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship.
- Gathering, Epiphany 2, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2010.
- Worship Resources, Epiphany Season, 2010, Free Resources, Cokesbury Worship Connection.
- Mustard Seeds, "Using Your Gifts, New Life," Epiphany 2C, 2010. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- Liturgies Online, Epiphany 2C, by Rev Moira Laidlaw, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Epiphany 2C, 2010, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
- Worship Resources, Epiphany 2C, John van de Laar, Sacredise.
- Worship and Liturgy Resources, Epiphany 2, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Ordinary 2C, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
- Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
- 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.
- Resources: Based on the Revised Common Lectionary. Prayers, Collects and Litanies by Bruce Prewer, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Prayers of the People, Year C - Epiphany 2. General intercessions for Sundays and Feasts, by Ormonde Plater, Archdeacon of the [Anglican/Episcopal] Diocese of Louisiana.
- Lector's Notes, Ordinary 2C, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
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, Sunday 2C. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
- Clip Art, Epiphany 2C, Fr. Richard Lonsdale, Resources for Catholic Educators.
- Clip Art Images: John 2:1-11, John 2:1-11 #2, 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.
Bulletin Inserts (see also Children's Bulletins, below):
- SAMUEL, January 17, 2010, at ucc.org: lectionary citations, weekly theme, lectionary texts, commentary and bulletin back page.
- Bulletin Backs with Stewardship Messages, December 2009 - February 2010, Worship Ways, UCC.
- Scripture Introduction for Bulletin Insert, Epiphany 2C, 2010, Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada.
- "That Which Purifies," reflection by Barbara Bernstengel, eBulletins reflections, prayer reminders, activity corner, American Bible Society Bible Resource Center.
Hymns and Music:
- Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
  - "There Are Many Ways of Sharing," Carolyn Winfrey Gillette. Tune: NETTLETON 8.7 8.7 D "Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing."
  - "Best for Last," Brenton Prigge, NewHymn.
  - Hymns of the Spirit Three, Epiphany 2C, Richard E. Hurst, Universalist National Memorial Church.
- Psalm Settings:
  - "How Precious Is Your Love," lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry. See Terms of Use.
  - Psalm 36:5-10 set to Finlandia (11 10 11 10 11 10), Psalm Settings by Dale A. Schoening, Metrical Psalms.
- Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
  - Hymn and Song Suggestions, Epiphany 2C, 2010, annotated suggestions from Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
  - Lectionary Hymns, Epiphany 2C, 2010, United Methodist Church GBOD.
  - The Billabong by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in Australia.
  - Hymn selections (United Methodist) and more from Hymnsite.com.
  - Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary (with lyrics and sound files) from the Oremus Hymnal. (Click "Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary.")
  - Liturgical Planning and Music Suggestions, CanticaNova Publications.
  - 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 Epiphany 2.
  - Gathering, Epiphany 2, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2010.
  - Choral Anthem Project, Ordinary 2C, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
  - Lectionary Hymns, Ordinary 2C, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
  - Starters for Sunday, 17 January, 2010. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
  - Sing for Joy playlist. Epiphany 2, 2010. Choral reflections on this week's lectionary readings, St. Olaf College. 2007.
  - Prayers and Musical Ideas, Epiphany 2C, 2010. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University.
  - Together to Celebrate, Epiphany 2 2010, 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):
- Gathering, Epiphany 2, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2010.
- Lesson Plans That Work, Younger Children / Older Children, Epiphany, Year C, The Episcopal Church.
- Story for Children's Worship and Family Activity, Ordinary 2C, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding.
- Proclaiming Faith, Ordinary 2, 2010 - exploring the Sunday and Holy Day readings - reflections and young people's activities. Sadlier Publishing.
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)
A list of links to other lectionary-based preaching and worship resources.

Reading and Studying the Text This Week

OnLine Worship and Liturgy Resources

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