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:
  - Prophets
  - Jeremiah
- Movies Listed at The Text This Week's Movie Concordance, with the following themes:
  - Healing
  - Prophet/Prophecy
  - Individuality/Identity
  - Suffering Servant
  - Call
  - Faith
  - Hope
  - Love
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, 2010. Commentaries on lectionary readings by Anathea Portier-Young, James Limburg, Karoline Lewis, and Roy Harrisville.
- "Prophet on the Edge," commentary by Kate Huey at i.ucc.org: Sermon Seeds, lectionary citations, weekly theme, lectionary texts, bulletin back page.
- Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
- Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives, Ordinary 4, 2010. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University.
- Preaching Peace commentary, Jeff Krantz & Michael Hardin.
- Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Epiphany 4C, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
- Preaching Helps (Epiphany 4C, 2010). United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship.
- Preaching Helps, Luke L. Bouman, Currents in Theology and Mission, 2007.
- Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, Epiphany 4C, 2010, Bruce G. Epperly, "...bringing process-relational thought to people of faith."
- Liberal Lectionary Analysis, Epiphany 4C, 2010, Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada.
- Lectionary Study, Epiphany 4C, Dr. Robert Linthicum, Partners in Urban Transformation, 2010.
- "Embracing the Excluded," Resources for Prophetic Worship, Speaking to North Carolina Justice Issues, North Carolina Council of Churches, 2007.
- Jesus Now, Proper (Ordinary) 4C. Lectionary, study and worship resources from Faith Futures Jesus Then & Now.
- Sermon Nuggets, Epiphany 4C, 2010, Lindy Black. Illustrations, humor, questions, quotations.
- Rumors, for January 31, 2010, 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.)
- Preaching Helps, Currents in Theology and Mission, 2004.
- Text Studies, Epiphany 4C, Dan Nelson. (Lutheran)
- Starters for Sunday, 31 January, 2010. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
- "The Day of Fulfillment," The Practice of Jesus, Bill Fletcher, Aotearoa-New Zealand, 2010.
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.
- "Who Am I to Preach?" Bruce Epperly, Theolog: The Blog of The Christian Century, 2010.
- Sermon Brainwave, January 31, 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, RevGalBlogPals lectionary discussion, 2010. 11th Hour Preachers Party.
- "Get Real," Jan Richardson, The Painted Prayerbook. (Use of Images.)
- Lectionary Blogging, John Petty, Progressive Involvement, 2010.
- "Not Everything Turns Out Well," Epiphany 4C, The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2010. 2007 essay.
- Epiphany Season Sermon Starters, Robert V. Dodd, The Circuit Rider, 2010.
- "Love and Virtue," Mark Ryan, The Ekklesia Project, 2010.
- "Grounded and Rooted in Love," Epiphany 4C, Matt & Laura Norvell, 2010.
- Think About It, Sermon Notes/Themes on current topics with complimentary PowerPoint images, Rev. Dorothy Okray, 2010.
- "Known by God, I Love," Helene Tallon Russell, Charles Allen, Michael Miller, Out In Scripture: An Honest Encounter Between Our Lives and the Bible, Human Rights Campaign, 2010. (LGBT perspective)
- "Have You 'Herd'?" Peter Woods, I Am Listening, 2010.
- This Sunday's Readings, Epiphany 4C, Martin Warner, Church Times, 2010.
- Daily Reflection, Ordinary 4, Larry Gillick, S.J., Creighton University, 2010.
- Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Epiphany 4, 2007. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church.
- Wanted: A Hometown Hero on Our Terms, Pastor Sharron R. Lucas, Stewardship of Life Institute, 2010.
- The Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2007.
- The Christian Century:
  - "Expect a Call," Kyle Childress, 2007.
  - "Book 'Em," William Willimon, 2004.
  - "Home Court Disadvantage," Frederick Niedner, 2001.
  - "Beyond the Polarization: Grace and Surprise in Worship," Peter W. Marty, 1998.
  - "In Need of a Prophet," Darrell Jodock, 1995.
- Sojourners "Living the Word," archives:
  - "Subversive Lives," Walter Brueggemann, "Wondrous, Inexplicable, Demanding Newness," 2010.
  - "God's Renewers," Malinda Elizabeth Berry, "Jesus' Healing Waters," 2007.
  - "Prophets to the Nations," Michaela Bruzzese, "Living the Word," 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):
- "Love Is for Grownups," the Very Rev. Robert Wright, Day 1, 2010.
- Sermons that Work, Epiphany 4, the Rev. Frank Logue, ECUSA, 2010.
- Selected Sermon, Epiphany 4 (RCL), by the Rev. Dr. Frank Hegedus, in Worship that Works, ECUSA, 2007.
- "Love and the Spirit," Robert Cummings Neville, Boston University. (Click View/Open in gray rectangle.)
- "I Love You; Now Change," Dianne Bergant, CSA, America: The National Catholic Weekly, 2004.
- "Turning Away," John R Donahue, SJ, America: The National Catholic Weekly, 2001.
- "Growing Pains," the Rev. Francis Miller, Day 1, 2001.
Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
- "Prophet on the Edge," Kate Huey, Weekly Seeds, i.UCC.org, 2010.
- Lectionary Notes, Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany, Rev. Beth Quick and the Lectionary Chat Group Bible Study of St. Paul's UMC, Oneida, NY.
- Lesson Plans That Work, Adults, Epiphany, Year C, The Episcopal Church.
- "Forgiveness is God's Purpose," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Forgiveness," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2001. (Luke 4)
- "What's Retirement For?" study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Aging," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2003. (Psalm 71)
- "For Better or For Worse," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Marriage," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2006. (1 Corinthians 13)
- "Be Open!" John and Robin McCullough-Bade, Imperatives of Discipleship, Daily Discipleship, Bible Study for adult discussions, 2010.
- Proclaiming Faith, Ordinary 4, 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 4, 2010): Worship & Preaching Notes, Hymn Suggestions and Worship Resources from the United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship.
- Gathering, Epiphany 4, 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, "God's Messengers," Epiphany 4C, 2010. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- Liturgies Online, Epiphany 4C, by Rev Moira Laidlaw, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Epiphany 4C, 2010, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
- Liturgy for the Celebration of Life, Epiphany 4C, 2010. Liturgies from a Progressive/Post-Liberal Theology, Revd Rex A.E. Hunt, Uniting Church in Australia.
- Lectionary Worship Resources, Epiphany 4C, John van de Laar, Sacredise.
- "The Primacy of Love," The Practice of Jesus, Bill Fletcher, Aotearoa-New Zealand, 2010.
- "Embracing the Excluded," Resources for Prophetic Worship, Speaking to North Carolina Justice Issues, North Carolina Council of Churches, 2007.
- Lectionary Liturgies, Ordinary 4C, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
- Worship and Liturgy Resources, Epiphany 4, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
- "Jesus Asks for Prophets Like Himself / The Greatest of All Is Love," "Jesús Pide Profetas como Él Mismo / El Mayor de Todos los Dones es el Amor,"
  Liturgy Alive, Ordinary 4C, Claretian Publications, Inc., Philippines.
- Sermons and Liturgies for Year C, 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 C - Epiphany 4. General intercessions for Sundays and Feasts, by Ormonde Plater, Archdeacon of the [Anglican/Episcopal] Diocese of Louisiana.
- Lector's Notes, Ordinary 4C, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
- Pastoral Prayer, Mental Health & Disabilities Program, Mennonite Central Committee, Canada.
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 4C. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
- Clip Art, Epiphany 4C, Fr. Richard Lonsdale, Resources for Catholic Educators.
- Clip Art Images: Luke 4:21-30, Luke 4:21-30 #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.
- Mustard Seeds, "God's Messengers," Epiphany 4C, 2010. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
- Bulletin Covers, www.scholia.net. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Emmett, Idaho. Scroll down for Year C index.
- CHURCH PowerPoint, Epiphany 4, 2010. Rev. Dorothy Okray. Free PowerPoint slides for Worship Services.
- "Get Real," Jan Richardson, The Painted Prayerbook. (Use of Images.)
- Commercial Site: "Love Is..." (1 Corinthians 13), "We're Alright Down Here," (Psalm 71) Visual Liturgy/Film, The Work of the People.
Bulletin Inserts (see also Children's Bulletins, below):
- SAMUEL, Epiphany 4C, at i.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.
- "When the Message Is an Inconvenient Truth," reflection by Dorette Saunders, eBulletins reflections, prayer reminders, activity corner, American Bible Society Bible Resource Center.
- Scripture Introduction for Bulletin Insert, Epiphany 4C, 2010, Rev. John Shearman, Oakville, ON, Canada.
Hymns and Music:
- Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
  - "God Bless the Poet's Heart and Hand," Carolyn Winfrey Gillette. Original hymn to the tune TALLIS CANON.
  - Original Hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette (Race Relations Sunday): God, With Joy We Look Around Us Tune: REGENT SQUARE "Angels, from the Realms of Glory"
  - "Stop the Clanging," Brenton Prigge, REGENT SQUARE, NewHymn, 2007.
  - Hymns of the Spirit Three, Epiphany 4C, Richard E. Hurst, Universalist National Memorial Church.
- Psalm Settings:
  - "The Lord Is My Refuge," lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry. See Terms of Use.
  - Psalm Settings by Dale A. Schoening, Metrical Psalms, Psalm 71:1-6 set to Ein Feste Burg (87 87 66 66 7)
- Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
  - Hymn and Song Suggestions, Epiphany 4C, 2010, annotated suggestions from Natalie Sims, Singing from the Lectionary.
  - Lectionary Hymns, Epiphany 4C, 2010, United Methodist Church GBOD.
  - Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary (with lyrics and sound files) from the Oremus Hymnal. (Click "Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary.")
  - The Billabong by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in Australia.
  - 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 4.
  - Gathering, Epiphany 4, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2010.
  - Choral Anthem Project, Ordinary 4C, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
  - Lectionary Hymns, Ordinary 4C, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
  - Starters for Sunday, 31 January, 2010. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland.
  - Sing for Joy playlist. Epiphany 4, 2010. Choral reflections on this week's lectionary readings, St. Olaf College. 2007.
  - Together to Celebrate, Epiphany 4 2010, David MacGregor, Uniting Church in Australia. Contemporary Christian Music resources.
  - Prayers and Musical Ideas, Ordinary 4C, 2010. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University.
With Children (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
- Gathering, Epiphany 4, 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 4C, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding.
- Ideas and Talks for Epiphany, Talks to Children, Rev. Donald McCorkindale, Dalgety Parish Church, Fife, Scotland.
- Proclaiming Faith, Ordinary 4, 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)
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