Click on Scripture Lessons below for study links and resources:

Isaiah 1:1, 10-20 or Genesis 15:1-6
Roman Catholic reading: Wisdom 18:6-9
United Methodist reading: Isaiah 1:1, 10-20

Psalm 50:1-8, 22-23 or Psalm 33:12-22
Roman Catholic reading: Psalm 33:1-22
United Methodist reading: Psalm 50:1-8, 22-23

Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16
Roman Catholic reading: Hebrews 11:1-2, 8-19 or Hebrews 11:1-2, 8-12

Luke 12:32-40
Roman Catholic reading: Luke 12:32-48 or Luke 12:35-40

Reading and Studying the Text This Week

• Texts:
  • Illustrated lectionary readings at Vanderbilt Divinity Library.
  • Roman Catholic Lectionary Readings (NCCB/USCC) from the New American Bible.
  • 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.
  • PCUSA - Lectionary for Sundays and Festivals Scripture Reference, 2007.
• Images and Movies:
  • Images linked at The Text This Week's Art Concordance:
    • Abraham
  • Movies listed at The Text This Week's Movie Concordance, with the following themes:
    • Faith
    • Judgment
    • Greed
    • Perseverance/Determination
• 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.
  • WorkingPreacher.org, Luther Seminary, 2022.
  • Commentary and Spiritual Perspectives. Commentary, historical background, poems and readings. Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
  • Preaching with the Sciences, homily outlines, outside resources, Catholic Theological Union, 2022.
  • "The Adventurous Lectionary," Bruce Epperly, Living a Holy Adventure, 2022.
  • The Center for Excellence in Preaching, resources from Calvin Theological Seminary: Comments & Observations, Textual Points, Illustration Ideas.
  • The Adventurous Lectionary, Bruce Epperly,Living a Holy Adventure, 2019.
  • "Faith Is..." Kathryn Matthews, Sermon Seeds, UCC, 2019.
  • Pulpit Fiction, with podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2019.
  • Lectionary at Lunch: MP3, Windows Media, and Real Audio files of lectures by professors at Concordia Seminary, St Louis, MO (LCMS), 2019.
  • Ministry Matters.
  • Weekly Worship. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2019.
  • Social Justice Lectionary, Bruce Sweet, 2019.
  • "The Coming of the Lord, or Maybe a Thief," D Mark Davis, Left Behind and Loving It, 2013.
  • "The Gift of an Uneasy Conscience," Bruce G. Epperly, The Adventurous Lectionary, 2019.
  • Process and Faith Lectionary Commentary, Nichole Torbitzky, 2019, "...bringing process-relational thought to people of faith."
  • The Lectionary Lab, Pentecost +12, 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, Proper 14, by Paul Nuechterlein & Friends.
• 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).
  • Isaiah 1:1-20 / Genesis 15:1-6
  • Psalm 50 / Psalm 33
  • Hebrews 11:1-16
  • Luke 12:32-40
• Lectionary Reflections, Discussions & Weblogs:
  • Facebook Page: The Text This Week, lectionary discussion & suggested articles on Facebook.
  • Sermon Brainwave, Lectionary podcast featuring Profs. Karoline Lewis, and Matt Skinner, discussing the week's passages in light of current events. At Luther Seminary's WorkingPreacher.org. 2019.
  • Preaching Tip of the Week, Bob Eldan, preachingtip, 2019.
  • RevGalBlogPals commentary and discussion, 2019. (Usually posted by Tuesday.)11th Hour Preacher Party. (Saturday ideas and sharing.)
  • Care for Creation Reflections, Lutherans Restoring Creation, 2019.
  • Looking into the Lectionary, The Presbyterian Outlook, 2019. (The best way to get to this is to subscribe - free - from the link or from the front page.)
  • Your Cliche of the Week, 2019.
  • Richard Bryant, Food for Thought, 2019.
  • A Plain Account, Wesleyan Commentary, 2019.
  • Radical Discipleship.Net, "The Wild Lectionary," curated by Laurel Dykstra.
  • Stewardship of Life, 2019.
  • Church Health Daily Devotions, Butch Odom, 2019.
  • "Draughting Theology," Steve Pankey, 2019. Daily reflections and study for Sunday.
  • Homily Week, 2019.
  • At the Edge of the Enclosure, Suzanne Guthrie, 2019.
  • This Week at PreachingIllustrations.com, 2019.
  • The Reflectionary, images, reflections, activities, Fay Rowland, 2019.
  • Reading in Church & Other Distractions Podcast, iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, 2019
  • "What I'm Thinking," Eric Anderson, You Tube, RSS, Playlist, 2019.
  • "Crackers & Grape Juice," 2019.
  • Pray As You Can, Reflections, commentary, prayer, poems, etc., Kym Harris, Diocese of Rockhampton, 2019
  • Lectio Divina Podcast, Todd Spencer, 2019.
  • Unfolding Light, Daily Reflections leading toward Sunday readings, Steve Garnaas-Holmes, 2019.
  • Break Open the Word, Michael T. Hiller, 2019.
  • Lectionary Poetry, Scott Barton, 2019.
  • One Little Word, David J. Risendal, 2019
  • Hitchhiker's Guide to the Bible, Andy Doyle, Episcopal Diocese of Texas, 2019.
  • The River of Life, Loddon Mallee UCA Presbytery Blog, 2019.
  • Weekly Reflections on the Christian Faith (lectionary texts), conversations between Mark Smith and David Owen, England Public School Chaplains. 2019
  • Kairos CoMotion Lectionary Dialogue, Wesley White, 2019.
  • Living the Lectionary, Daily RCL reflections, Pr. Phil Heinze, Fort Worth, TX, 2019.
  • The Preacher's Exchange - First Impressions and Homilias Domincales / Homilias Breves. Jude Siciliano, O.P., 2019.
  • SacraConversazione, discussion of the texts in terms of traditions of interpreters, from a postmodern perspective, 2019.
  • Lectionary Scripture Notes, Dr. Norman Beck, 2019.
  • "What Would You Do?" David Lose, ...in the meantime, 2016.
  • "Anxiety and Faith," Laura Brekke, Modern Metanoia, 2016.
  • "Standing with Blue and Black Lives," Karyn Wiseman, 2016, ON Scripture. Includes discussion and video.
  • "Treasured Possessions? Part Two," Karoline Lewis, Dear Working Preacher, 2016.
  • Living by the Word, Daniel Schultz, The Christian Century, 2016.
  • "Preparing," Melissa Bane Sevier, Contemplative Viewfinder, 2016.
  • "Strangers and Forgeiners," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2016.
  • peaceonjustice, Barbara Born, 2016.
  • "On the Alert," Robert Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2016.
  • "Where the Treasure Lies," Suzanne Guthrie, Soulwork toward Sunday: At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2016.
  • "What Are You Preparing For?" Ragan Sutterfield, Ekklesia Project, 2016.
  • Tradition and Faith, Eric Smith, LECTIO, 2016.
  • "Isaiah's Challenge to American Militarism," Dan Clendenin, Journey with Jesus, 2016.
  • "The Politics of a Homeland," Amy Allen, Political Theology Today, 2016.
  • "Freely Gifted and Free to Give," Glenn Monson, Law & Gospel Everywhere, 2016.
  • "Where Your Treasure Is," Janet H. Hunt, 2016.
  • Lectionary Reflections, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2016.
  • "The Social Shape of Divine Generosity," Greg Carey, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2013.
  • "The Heart of the Matter," David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2013. 2010.
  • "Imitating Abraham: Strangers in a Strange Land," Pentecost 12, Daniel B. Clendenin, The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2013. 2010. 2007.
  • "Visions in the Daytime," John C. Holbert, Opening the Old Testament, 2013.
  • "Just Beyond Our Grasp," sermon discussion from Frederick Buechner, Frederick Buechner Blog.
  • "Mise en Place," Alyce M. McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, 2013.
  • "From Fear to Faith to Freedom," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013. 2010.
  • "Portfolio Review," Steve Godfrey, Church in the World, 2013.
  • Lectionary Ruminations, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2013.
  • Sacredise Worship Resources, 2013.
  • "Sacrifice," Jim McCoy, Ekklesia Project, 2013.
  • "Abraham the Gypsy," Beth Scibienski, A Thousand Words of Inspiration, 2013.
  • "The Politics of Scripture: Luke 12:32-40," MaryAnn McKibben Dana, Political Theology, 2013.
  • "Old Faithful and the Waiting Slaves," Janet Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2013.
  • "Waiting but not watching the clock," Katie Munnik, Presbyterian Record, 2013.
  • "Seeking a Better Country," Peter Lockhart, A Different Heresy, 2013.
  • "Where There's Smoke," Linda Fabian Pepe, Theological Stew, 2013.
• Sermons (see also listings at individual scripture pages, linked in listings at top of page):
  • "Where Is Your Heart?" by Rolf Jacobson. A Sermon for Every Sunday. Video sermons from America's best preachers for every Sunday of the liturgical year.
  • 'Life Is Short," Brett Younger, Day1, 2016.
  • Ministry Matters.
  • Göttinger Predigten im Internet: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors, 2019.
  • "Just Beyond Our Grasp," sermon discussion from Frederick Buechner, Frederick Buechner Blog.
  • "The Thief Is at Your Door," Alyce McKenzie, Patheos, 2010.
  • "When Trouble Comes," the Rev. Dr. Charles Reeb, Day 1, 2010.
  • "Wishful Thinking, Optimism and Hope," the Rev. Dr. Michael Foss, Day 1, 2007.
• Group Studies & Discussion/Reflection Questions:
  • "Standing with Blue and Black Lives," Karyn Wiseman, 2016, ON Scripture. Includes discussion and video.
  • "Faith Is..." Weekly Seeds, UCC, 2016.
  • "Citizens of Another City," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Cities and Towns," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2006. (Hebrews)
  • Lesson Plans That Work, Adults, Year C, The Episcopal Church.
  • 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

• The Text This Week's Pentecost Resources Page.
• Complete Liturgies (including hymns & prayers):
  • 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. .rtf file links from the front page at Gathering. (Terms of Use)
  • Life in Liturgy, Disciples of Christ, 2019. (Back to School Prayers)
  • Taking Worship Home, Breen Sipes, Tri-Saints Lutheran Parish, 2016.
  • Ministry Matters.
  • Worship Resources, 12th After Pentecost, Rev. Mindi, Rev-o-lution, 2016.
  • Mustard Seeds, "Faith," Proper 14 / Ordinary 19 / Pentecost 12, 2016 A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • "Strangers and Forgeiners," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2016.
  • "From Fear to Faith to Freedom," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013. 2010.
  • The Worship Closet, Amy Loving, 2013.
  • LCA Worship Planning Page, Pentecost +12, "Everything lay-readers need to prepare worship."
  • Worship Resources, Proper 14C, John van de Laar, Sacredise.
  • Worship and Liturgy Resources, Pentecost 10, by Rev David Beswick, Uniting Church in Australia.
  • Lectionary Liturgies, Ordinary 19, Thom M. Shuman, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
  • 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, Ordinary 19, 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.
  • Proper 14C, prayers and litanies, Katherine Hawker, Outside the Box.
  • Preaching Helps and Worship Resources, Rev. Dawn Chesser, Taylor Burton-Edwards, Dean McIntyre, Prayers, Lectionary Hymns, United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship, 2016.
  • Weekly Worship. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2019.
  • "Treasured Love," rtf or pdf file of liturgy at Worship Ways.
  • The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 50:1-8, 22-23, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2013.
  • Prayers and Musical Ideas, . Center for Liturgy, St Louis University. (Español)
  • Call to Worship, Mary Jane Konings, 2013.
  • Confession RCL, Bill Wessner, 2013.
  • Evangelectionary for Sunday, August 11, 2013. Heather Lear, Evangelism Connections.
  • "Where the Treasure Lies," Suzanne Guthrie, Soulwork toward Sunday: At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2016.
  • Prayers of the People, Jeremiah Williamson, Praying the Scriptures, 2013. 2010.
  • "Invest in the Kingdom," Dan Schifeling, worshipcalls, 2013.
  • Prayer for Proper 14C / Ordinary 19C / Pentecost +12, RevGalBlogPals, 2013.
  • Liturgy Link, 2016.
  • Reclaim Weekly Worship Prayers.
  • Liturgical Resources, (Ir)revBrent, 2016
  • Engage Worship, 2016.
  • Reflection and history on the Sunday collect, Bosco Peters, Liturgy, 2016.
  • World in Prayer, the Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist, Lodi, California. Prayers. Prayers and litanies based on each week's world news.
  • Prayers of the People, Lowell Grisham, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Fayetteville, Arkansas, 2013.(Track 1 and track 2 - scroll down)
• 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, Ordinary 19. Free clipart, backgrounds, slides, etc.
  • Clip Art, Ordinary 19C, Fr. Richard Lonsdale, Resources for Catholic Educators.
  • Images for this week's readings, Pitts Theology Library Digital Image Archive.
  • Clip Art Images: Luke 12:32-48, Luke 12:32-48 #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, "Faith," Proper 14 / Ordinary 19 / Pentecost 12, 2016 A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
  • Church Galleries sample - free powerpoint download for this week's lectionary scripture(s).
  • Where Your Treasure Is, There Your Heart Is Also, audio telling, story in episodes, graphic, audio and written commentaries. Go Tell Communications, Biblical Storytelling for the Global Village, 2010.
  • "Caring for the Vulnerable," Faith Element, 2013.
  • "Star Stickers" video, John Stevens, Dollar Store Children's Sermons, 2013.
  • Agnus Day, Lectionary cartoon by James Wetzstein.
  • "Standing with Blue and Black Lives," Karyn Wiseman, 2016, ON Scripture. Includes discussion and video.
• Hymns & Music:
  • Original Hymns, Settings, and Songs:
    • Don't Fear, Little Flock, is a new hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette based on Jesus' teaching on fear and faith; where your treasure is, there is your heart also; be alert and ready. Tune: ASH GROVE 6.6.11.6.6.11 D ("Let All Things Now Living").
    • Abraham Journeyed to a New Country, Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, BUNESSAN 5.5.5.4 D (?Morning Has Broken?), A hymn for the church?s ministry with immigrants.
    • "Save Me," "Take Up Your Cross," Brenton Prigge, New Song.
  • Psalm Settings:
    • Psalm 50:1-8, 22-23 set to St George's Windsor (77 77 D), Psalm 33:12-22 set to St. Anne (CM), Psalm Settings by Dale A. Schoening, Metrical Psalms.
    • "Hear, Hear the Teaching of the Lord," (Psalm 50), "Give Glory to the Lord Your God," (Psalm 33), lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry. See Terms of Use.
  • Hymn/Song/Choral Piece Lists:
    • Hymn and Song Suggestions, Proper 14C, 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 selections (United Methodist) and more from Hymnsite.com.
    • The Billabong, Sunday 19, by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in Australia: Hymn suggestions and paraphrases of lectionary Psalms.
    • 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 Proper 14.
    • Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary (with lyrics and sound files) from the Oremus Hymnal. (Click "Hymn Suggestions for the Sunday Lectionary.")
    • Choral Anthem Project, Ordinary 19C, National Association of Pastoral Musicians.
    • Sing for Joy, Lectionary 19, 2007. Choral reflections on this week's lectionary readings, St. Olaf College.
    • Weekly Worship. Thoughts on Readings, Prayers & Hymn Suggestions. Office for Worship, Doctrine and Artistic Matters, Church of Scotland, 2019.
    • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2016. .rtf file links from the front page at Gathering. (Terms of Use)
    • Together to Celebrate, David MacGregor, Uniting Church in Australia. Contemporary Christian Music resources.
    • Prayers and Musical Ideas, Ordinary 19, 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, Proper 14, 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," August 11, 2013, Union Presbyterian Seminary. Connection: Isaiah 1:1, 10-20 and Brother Batholomew and the Apple Grove by Jan Cheripko, Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16 and Faith the Cow by Susan Bame Hoover, Luke 12:32-40 and Jojofu by Michael P. Waite.
  • Ministry Matters, 2016.
  • Dollar Store Children's Sermons, John Stevens, 2016.
  • "Plans Are Worthless," On the Chancel Steps, children's resources by Frances Woodruff, 2013..
  • Children's Sermon, Faith Formation Journeys, 2013.
  • "Strangers and Forgeiners," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2016.
  • "Star Stickers" video, John Stevens, Dollar Store Children's Sermons, 2013.
  • "From Fear to Faith to Freedom," Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2013. 2010.
  • "Sermon of the Week," / "Mensajes para ninos," Sermons 4 Kids, Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com.
  • ChildrenSermons.com, Children's Sermons in English, Sermones en Español, Jim Kerlin. Often has lectionary suggestions.
  • Lesson Plans That Work, Younger Children / Older Children,  Year C, The Episcopal Church.
  • Gathering, from the United Church of Canada. Includes sermon seeds, liturgical ideas, "with children," hymn suggestions, choral suggestions etc, 2016. .rtf file links from the front page at Gathering. (Terms of Use)
  • Story for Children's Worship and Family Activity, Ordinary 19, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding.
  • "Where Is Your Heart?" Children's Sermon from Sermons4kids.com.
  • 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)
  • Weekly Household Devotions, Faith Formation Journeys, 2016.
  • CatholicMom.com: Coloring Page, Mass Worksheet, Crossword Puzzle, and Word Search based on weekly gospel text.
  • Coloring Pages/Puzzles. Charles Kirkpatrick, Object Lessons & Children's Sermons, Coloring Pages, Puzzles. Sermons4Kids.com. (Scroll to bottom of page.)
  • Lectionary Puzzles, Proper 14/Ordinary 19. 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)
  • Mustard Seeds, "Faith," Proper 14 / Ordinary 19 / Pentecost 12, 2013. A lectionary-based ideas resource for leaders of contemporary worship, Ann Scull, Gippsland, Australia.
• A list of links to other lectionary-based preaching and worship resources.