Click on Scripture Lessons below for study links and resources:

Deuteronomy 26:1-11
Roman Catholic reading: Deuteronomy 26:4-10

Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16
Roman Catholic reading: Psalm 91:1-15

Romans 10:8b-13

Luke 4:1-13

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 listed at The Text This Week's Art Concordance:
    • Temptation
  • Movies scenes with the following themes, listed at The Text This Week's Movie Concordance:
    • Temptation
    • Integrity/Honor
    • Repentance
• Commentary, Exegesis & Sermon Preparation (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
  • Textweek Blog and 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).
  • Preaching This Week commentary, WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2016, 2013. 2010.
  • Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
  • Preaching Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2016.
  • Pulpit Fiction, podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2016.
  • The Adventurous Lectionary, Lent 1, Bruce Epperly, Living a Holy Adventure, 2016.
  • SAMUEL, Sermon Seeds, etc, Kathryn M. Matthews, 2016.
  • The Center for Excellence in Preaching, resources from Calvin Theological Seminary: Comments & Observations, Textual Points, Illustration Ideas, 2016.
  • Lectionary at Lunch: MP3, Windows Media, and Real Audio files of lectures by professors at Concordia Seminary, St Louis, MO (LCMS), 2016.
  • Ministry Matters, 2016.
  • Starters for Sunday. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2016.
  • This Week at PreachingIllustrations.com, 2016.
  • Social Justice Lectionary, Bruce Sweet, 2016.
  • Weekly Evangelectionary, Jonathan Shively, Evangelism Connections, 2016.
  • "Twice Led, not Fed, Well Read," D Mark Davis, raw translation and exegesis/questions, Left Behind and Loving It, 2013.
  • The Lectionary Lab, Lent 1C, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2013. Lectionary Lab Live podcast.
  • The Lectionary Lab, Shrove Tuesday/Mardi Gras, the Rev'ds Dr. John Fairless and Delmer Chilton (aka "Two Bubbas and a Bible"), 2013. Lectionary Lab Live podcast.
  • Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
  • Girardian Reflections on the Lectionary, Lent 1, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
  • Preaching Peace commentary, Jeff Krantz & Michael Hardin.
  • Readings, Analysis of Texts and Preaching Paths, Dennis Bratcher, Christian Resource Institute. (Church of the Nazarene.)
  • Text Studies, Lent 1, Diedrik 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. Annotated list of "starting place" articles at ATLAS for this week's texts (includes direct links).
  • Deuteronomy 26:1-11
  • Psalm 91
  • Romans 10:8-13
  • Luke 4:1-13
• Lectionary Reflections, Discussions & Weblogs:
  • Textweek Blog and Facebook Page: The Text This Week, lectionary discussion & suggested articles on Facebook.
  • Sermon Brainwave, Lectionary podcast featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Karoline Lewis, and Matt Skinner, discussing the week's passages in light of current events. At Luther Seminary's WorkingPreacher.org. 2013.
  • "Identity Theft," David Lose, ...in the Meantime, 2016.
  • Commentary by Matt Skinner, and Sermon Brainwave Podcast for Midweek Studies during Lent.
  • "Beginning Lent: Clean Monday," Steve Bell, 2016.
  • "Dust and Temptation," commentary and discussion at RevGalBlogPals, 2016.
  • "Filled with the Holy Spirit," Karoline Lewis, Dear Working Preacher, 2016.
  • "Revolutionary Love: Dismantling Hierarchy and Pushing Boundaries," Jacqui Lewis, ON Scripture, 2016.
  • "Soot, Stones, and Stewardship," David R. Henson, edges of faith, 2016.
  • "Identity Politics," Anna Macdonald Dobbs, Ekklesia Project, 2016.
  • "A Plain Account", 2016.
  • "Knowing Where You Are," the Rev. Kim Jenne, Modern Metanoia, 2016.
  • "A Different Sort of Creed," John C. Holbert, Opening the Old Testament, 2016.
  • "Beloved is Where We Begin," Jan Richardson, The Painted Prayerbook, 2016.
  • "Finding Freedom in Grace," Steve Godfrey, Church in the World, 2016.
  • "Alternate Paths to Power?" Bob Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2016.
  • "Fruits and Temptations," Eric Smith, LECTiO, 2016.
  • 40-Day Fast from Being a Jerk, Mike Slaughter Blog, 2016.
  • Desert Temptation - Distilling the Gospel Podcast, The Moonshine Jesus Show, 2016.
  • Sacredise, John van de Laar, 2016.
  • "Deliver Us from Evil," David Sellery, 2016.
  • "There's No Other Way to Live," Dan Clendenin, Journey with Jesus, 2016.
  • "If": An Innocuous Words filled with Temptation," Peter Lockhart, a differernt heresy, 2016.
  • "Draughting Theology," Steve Pankey, 2016. Daily reflections and study for Sunday.
  • Visions from the Catacombs, Catacomb Churches, 2016.
  • Bible Leads, Deeply Plaid, 2016.
  • "A Fast of First Fruits," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2016.
  • "Until an Opportune Time," Suzanne Guthrie, At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2016.
  • "We Are the Ones We've Been Waiting For," Anna Shirey, The Labyrinth Way, 2016.
  • "Wilderness," Lynn Miller, celebrating our creative and living God by generating art and architecture resources for congregations and individuals. Art and Faith Matters facebook page contains additional resources.
  • "Tested," Janet H. Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2016.
  • "Pilgrimage," Journey to Penuel, 2016.
  • Homily Week, 2016.
  • The Preacher's Study, John W.B.Hill, The Associated Parishes for Liturgy and Mission, 2016.
  • "In the Garden Once Again," Law and Gospel Everywhere, 2016.
  • Lectionary Ruminations, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2016.
  • "The Politics of Pressure," Jan Schnell Rippentrop, Political Theology Today, 2016.
  • "Calling and Confessing," Sermon-Stories, 2016.
  • "The Politics of Temptation," Nancy Rockwell, The Bite in the Apple, 2016.
  • Sarum College commentary, 2016.
  • Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2016.
  • "In the Wilderness," Thomas Beam, 2016."
  • "God's Protection," Larry Patten, 2016.
  • "True Bread," Andrew King, A Poetic Kind of Place, 2016.
  • "Why Go To Church?" Scott Barton, lectionary poetry, 2016.
  • Richard Bryant, Food for Thought, 2016.
  • Pray As You Can, Reflections, commentary, prayer, poems, etc., Kym Harris, Diocese of Rockhampton, 2016.
  • Lectio Divina Podcast, Todd Spencer, 2016.
  • HuffPost Religion, religion news and contemporary news in religious perspective. Always worth a read...
  • Unfolding Light, Daily Reflections leading toward Sunday readings, Steve Garnaas-Holmes, 2016.
  • Break Open the Word, Michael T. Hiller, 2016.
  • One Little Word, David J. Risendal, 2016.
  • Hitchhiker's Guide to the Bible, Andy Doyle, Episcopal Diocese of Texas, 2016.
  • The River of Life, Loddon Mallee UCA Presbytery Blog, 2016.
  • Sunday's Child, Daily Lectionary and Reflections on Scripture and World, Una Malachica, 2016.
  • Weekly Reflections on the Christian Faith (lectionary texts), conversations between Mark Smith and David Owen, England Public School Chaplains. 2016
  • Kairos CoMotion Lectionary Dialogue, Wesley White, 2016.
  • Living the Lectionary, Daily RCL reflections, Pr. Phil Heinze, Fort Worth, TX, 2016.
  • The Preacher's Exchange - First Impressions and Homilias Domincales / Homilias Breves. Jude Siciliano, O.P., 2016.
  • SacraConversazione, discussion of the texts in terms of traditions of interpreters, from a postmodern perspective, 2016.
  • COSLC Grace Notes, Pastor Dan Bollerud, Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Anchorage, AK. Meditations & poetry, 2016.
  • Lectionary Scripture Notes, Dr. Norman Beck, 2016.
  • "Giving Up Guns for Lent," Eric D. Barreto, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2013.
  • "Temptation and Testing: Made Like Us in All Things," Lent 1C, guest essay by Ron Hansen, The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2013. 2010 guest essay by Nora Gallagher.
  • "Trust and Temptation," David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2013.
  • "Temptation and the Will of God," Rick Morley, 2013.
  • "A Return to the Wilderneess," Jan Richardson, The Painted Prayerbook, 2013. (Use of images.)
  • "The Wanderer," Michael Coffey, 2013.
  • Sacredise Worship Resources, 2013.
  • "Saying 'Yes' and Saying 'No'," Kyle Childress, Ekklesia Project, 2013.
  • "Knowing Better," Anne Howard, The Beatitudes Society, 2013.
  • "A Call to Identity and Action," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013.
  • "Who Am I? Where Am I Going? How Will I Get There?" Peter Lockhart, A Different Heresy, 2013.
  • "Entertaining the Story," Steve Godfrey, Church in the World, 2013.
  • "Making the Good Confession," Robert Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2013.
  • "Led by the Spirit," bethscib, A Thousand Words of Inspiration, 2013.
  • The Worship Closet, Amy Loving, 2013.
  • "Knowing Who Jesus Is," Christopher Burkett, PreacherRhetorica, 2013.
  • "A Quiet Walk along Via Devana," Neil Chappell, aweirdthing, 2013.
  • "Keep On Swinging," Steve Goodier, Life Support System, 2013.
  • "The Devil's Hindsight," Alyce M McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, 2013.
  • "A Different Thanksgiving," John C. Holbert, Opening the Old Testament, 2013.
  • Lectionary Ruminations, Summit to Shore, 2013.
  • "Through Wilderness Times: Someone to Come Home To," the Rev. Dr. Janet H. Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2013.
  • Care for Creation Reflections, Robert Saler, Lutherans Restoring Creation, 2013.
  • Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2013.
  • Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Lent 1C, 2007. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church.
  • The Saturday Night Theologian, Exegesis of Word and World, Tod O.L. Mundo, Progressive Theology Weblog, 2007.
  • 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):
  • "The Good Choice," Christopher Girata, Day 1, 2016.
  • "How Does Jesus Define Himself?" by Michael Renninger. A Sermon for Every Sunday: video sermons from America's best preachers.
  • "Driven by the Spirit," Katerina Whitley, Episcopal Digital Network, 2016.
  • Sermón – Primer Domingo de la Cuaresma (Año C) – 14 febrero 2016 escrito por El Rvdo. Alfredo Feregrino, Episcopal Digital Network, 2016.
  • "Dress Rehearsal in the Desert," the Rev. Brian Erickson, Day 1 2013.
  • "Sin, like ashes in our eyes," Rev. Dr. Susanna Metz, Sermons that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2013.
  • Lent 1, Frederick Buechner, The Buechner Blog.
  • "No More Shame," Alan Brehm, The Waking Dreamer, 2013.
  • Ministry Matters, 2016.
  • 1 Cuasesma (C), por el Rvdo. Napoleon Brito, Sermones que Iluminan, 2013.
  • Göttinger Predigten im Internet: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors, 2016.
  • "The Wilderness Exam," the Rev. Barbara Brown Taylor, Day 1, 2010.
  • "Sermon for the 2nd Sunday in Lent," the Right Rev. Robert G. Tharp, Day 1, 2001.
• Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
  • Commentary by Matt Skinner, and Sermon Brainwave Podcast for Midweek Studies during Lent.
  • "Revolutionary Love: Dismantling Hierarchy and Pushing Boundaries," Jacqui Lewis, ON Scripture, 2016.
  • "Wilderness Companions," Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2016.
  • Bible Study, Sermons that Work, Episcopal Digital Network, 2016.
  • Estudio Biblico, Episcopal Digital Network, 2016.
  • "Wilderness People," Faith Element Discipleship System, "Setting the Bible Free," 2013.
  • "The Early History of Lent," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) Lent, focus of "Christian Reflection," Baylor University Center of Christian Ethics, 2013. Focus article, "The Early History of Lent," Nicholas V. Russo. (Luke)
  • Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2013.
  • 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

• Resources and Images on The Text This Week's Lenten Resources page.
• Complete Liturgies (includes prayers & hymns):
  • Preaching Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2016.
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2016. (Terms of Use)
  • Life in Liturgy, Disciples of Christ, 2016.
  • Sacredise, John van de Laar, 2016.
  • Taking Worship Home, Breen Sipes, Tri-Saints Lutheran Parish, 2016.
  • LCA Worship Planning Page, Lent 1C, "Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship."
  • Worship Resources, Lent 1C, Rev. Mindi, Rev-o-lution, 2016.
  • "A Fast of First Fruits," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2016.
  • Mustard Seeds, "Trusting God / Wilderness Times," Lent 1, 2016. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • "A Call to Identity and Action," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013.
  • Sacredise Worship Resources, 2013.
  • Ministry Matters, 2016.
  • Lectionary Liturgies, Lent 1C, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
  • Worship and Liturgy Resources, Lent 1, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
  • 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.
  • Lector's Notes, Lent 1C, Gregory Warnusz, Saint Jerome Parish, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO. Notes and commentary for those reading this week's lectionary texts to the congregation.
  • "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.
  • Mustard Seeds, "Trusting God / Wilderness Times," Lent 1, 2010. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • Starters for Sunday. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2016.
  • Preaching Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2016.
  • "Service Prayers for Lent 1," Worship Ways, UCC, 2013.
  • Prayers and Musical Ideas, Lent 1, 2013. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
  • Call to Worship, Mary-Jane Konings, 2013.
  • Confession RCL, Bill Wessner, 2013.
  • The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16, Lent 1C, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2016.
  • Weekly Evangelectionary, Jonathan Shively, Evangelism Connections, 2013.
  • Words for Worship, Amy Loving, The Worship Closet, 2013.
  • Prayer for Lent 1C, RevGalBlogPals, 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.
  • "Until an Opportune Time," Suzanne Guthrie, At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2016.
  • Prayers of the People, Blessing/Benediction, Lowell Grisham, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Fayetteville, Arkansas, 2016.
  • Liturgy Link, 2016.
  • Liturgical Resources, (Ir)revBrent, 2016
• 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, Lent 1. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
  • Clip Art, Lent 1C, Fr. Richard Lonsdale, Resources for Catholic Educators.
  • Clip Art Images: Luke 4:1-13, Luke 4:1-13 #2, Temptation of Jesus, Temptation of Jesus #2, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
  • Images for this week's readings, Pitts Theology Library Digital Image Archive.
  • 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, "Trusting God / Wilderness Times," Lent 1, 2016. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • "Singing Magnets/Snake Eggs," video, John Stevens, Dollar Store Children's Sermons, 2013.
  • Church Galleries sample - free powerpoint download for this week's lectionary scripture(s).
  • Visual Theology, Faithful Images, Dave Perry, reflections and images usually tied to RCL texts.
  • Agnus Day, Lectionary cartoon by James Wetzstein.
  • "Revolutionary Love: Dismantling Hierarchy and Pushing Boundaries," Jacqui Lewis, ON Scripture, 2016.
• Hymns and Music:
  • Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
    • 'All Who Call Upon the Lord's Name,' Text: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, Tune: BEACH SPRING 8.7.8.7 D ("God Whose Giving Knows No Ending"), A new hymn based on Romans 10:8b-13 was written for The Presbyterian Outlook magazine for Lent 2013 and available with the music.
    • Our Lord, You Were Sent, original hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette to the tune of FOUNDATION 11.11.11.11 ("How Firm a Foundation").
    • Hymns of the Spirit Three, Lent 1C, Richard E. Hurst, Universalist National Memorial Church.
  • Psalm Settings:
    • "Those Who Dwell in the Shelter of the Lord," lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry. See Terms of Use.
    • Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16 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, Lent 1, 2016, 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.
    • Preaching Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2016.
    • Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary (with lyrics and sound files) from the Oremus Hymnal. (Click "Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary.")
    • The Billabong, Lent 1, by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in Australia: Hymn suggestions and paraphrases of lectionary Psalms.
    • Hymnary.org, hymns, scores, media, information.
    • Traditional Hymns for Blended and Contemporary Worship, Volume Two: Lent-Easter. Sibelius and .pdf files of traditional hymns, with chord symbols for singers/keyboardists/guitarists. United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship.
    • 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 Lent 1.
    • Choral Anthem Project, Lent 1C, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
    • Lectionary Hymns, Lent 1C, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
    • Sing for Joy, Lent 1C, 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, 2016.
    • Together to Celebrate, David MacGregor, Uniting Church in Australia. Contemporary Christian Music resources.
    • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2016. (Terms of Use)
    • Prayers and Musical Ideas, Lent 1, 2013. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
• With Children (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
  • Worshiping with Children, Lent 1, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2016.
  • "Storypath Lectionary Links: Connecting Children's Literature with our Faith Story," 2016, Union Presbyterian Seminary.
  • Gift Box, John Stevens, Dollar Store Children's Sermons, 2016.
  • "There's a Prayer for That," On the Chancel Steps, children's resources by Frances Woodruff, 2013.
  • "A Fast of First Fruits," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2016.
  • Ministry Matters, 2016.
  • Little People, Big Word, D. Ditmer, 2013.
  • "The Temptation of Christ," Dianne Deming, Children's Sermons Today, 2013.
  • "A Call to Identity and Action," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013.
  • "Singing Magnets/Snake Eggs," video, John Stevens, Dollar Store Children's Sermons, 2013.
  • "Sermon of the Week," / "Mensajes para ninos," Sermons 4 Kids, Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com.
  • Story for Children's Worship and Family Activity, Lent 1C, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding.
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2016. (Terms of Use)
  • Proclaiming Faith, discussion, prayer, activities for primary grades, activities, 2013.
  • Ministry Matters, February 17, 2013.
• Children's Bulletins (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page)
  • Weekly Devotions, Faith Formation Journeys, 2016.
  • 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.)
  • 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.