Download or read book Lectionary Tales for the Pulpit written by David E. Leininger and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 2007 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you pick up this book as relaxed devotional reading or are searching for a last-minute sermon illustration, you'll be delighted with the imaginative and inspirational stories in the newest installment in CSS' popular Lectionary Tales for the Pulpit series. David Leininger takes you right to the heart of the scriptures with a rich variety of captivating material illustrating Cycle A lectionary texts. His thought-provoking reflections are certain to enrich your spiritual life -- and point out the myriad ways in which God is at work in our daily lives. This volume is sure to become a favorite resource for pastors and laypersons alike. Some of the intriguing chapters are: - The Quintessential Evangelist - What Boggles Your Mind? - Who Woulda Thunk It? - The Blame Game - Under the Rainbow - How Not To Be the Father of the Year - The Bush Is Still Burning - Leaping Lepers David E. Leininger is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Warren, Pennsylvania. He has also served congregations in North and South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Prior to entering the ministry, Leininger worked for almost 20 years in radio and television. Leininger's sermons have appeared in the Best Sermons 4 anthology (Harper-Collins), and he has been a contributor to the online services StoryShare and The Immediate Word (www.sermonsuite.com). He is the author of A Color-Blind Church (CSS), an intriguing account of the attempted merger of two congregations -- one black, one white -- in a small community following the reunion of the northern and southern streams of the Presbyterian Church (USA) in 1983. Leininger is a graduate of Edison State University, Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, and Erskine Theological Seminary.

Download or read book Lectionary Tales for the Pulpit written by Timothy J. Smith and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 1998 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everyone remembers and enjoys a good story -- and heartfelt stories touch us in ways nothing else can. Jesus used stories or parables to allow his listeners to look at themselves and examine their motivations.This collection of stories illustrates biblical truths from the Revised Common Lectionary. It uses this powerful medium to communicate timeless truths.

Download or read book A Women s Lectionary for the Whole Church Year B written by Wilda C. Gafney and published by Church Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The next installment in the critically acclaimed lectionary series that focuses on women's stories. In this second volume of the three-volume Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church, widely praised womanist bible scholar and priest Wil Gafney selects scripture readings that emphasize women's stories. Focusing especially on the Gospel of Mark, Year B of A Women's Lectionary features Gafney's fresh, inclusive, and thought-provoking translations of every reading, alongside commentary on each reading. Designed for liturgical use or scriptural study, this resource offers a new perspective on the Bible and the liturgical year. “Gafney's paradigm-shifting scholarship will influence biblical preaching and teaching for generations to come." —National Catholic Reporter

Download or read book The Pulpit Lectionary Part written by John Marks Ashley and published by Kessinger Publishing. This book was released on 2009-04-01 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

Download or read book Lectionary Tales for the Pulpit written by Constance Berg and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everyone remembers and enjoys a good story -- and heartfelt stories touch us in ways nothing else can. Jesus used stories or parables to emphasize his points and lead his listeners to look at themselves and examine their motivations. This collection of stories illustrating biblical passages from Cycle B of the Revised Common Lectionary will touch your soul. Berg speaks to the person in the pew with accounts drawn from conversations with people, observations of everyday life, and a vast arena of literature.

Download or read book Lectionary Tales for the Pulpit written by John R. Steward and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 1997 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fifty-three gripping stories amplify and illustrate each Sunday's lectionary scriptural texts. Use this collection to hold listeners' attention and help them understand the biblical text or for inspirational reading.

Download or read book Preaching the Lectionary written by Reginald Horace Fuller and published by Liturgical Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 648 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This third edition of Preaching the Lectionary will appeal to homilists and others who have a ministerial or preparatory role in the Sunday liturgy. Written with the needs of the active pastor, homilist, and liturgist in mind, it offers brief, technical discussions balanced with practical insights and reflections. This new edition of a classic approach to the Lectionary has been updated to reflect the thinking of a wide range of biblical scholars and theologians.

Download or read book Lectionary Tales for the Pulpit written by Timothy Merrill and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 2003 with total page 149 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you're looking for imaginative reflections that take you right to the heart of the scriptures, the newest edition of CSS' popular Lectionary Tales For The Pulpit series is the perfect resource for you. Timothy Merrill offers 65 thought-provoking contemplations on Cycle C lectionary passages that draw out the biblical theme by relating it to aspects of modern life we have all experienced. This book is not only great for preaching illustrations and "sermon starters" -- it's also a wonderful source for inspiring devotional reading. Timothy Merrill has an eye for the offbeat and amusing anecdote that can grab a congregation's attention and bring a particular passage of scripture to life. Using the parable-based preaching style pioneered by Jesus, he cracks open biblical truths through tales of popcorn forks, fake fire, lopsided clay, and lipstick pistols. Whether you are looking for a fresh approach to a particular piece of scripture or a provocative story to jump-start a sermon, take a few minutes to mine this volume. You're sure to strike gold. Henry Brinton Senior Writer, Homiletics Bored with the "lectionary trail"? Timothy Merrill's serendipitous musings on life in the new millennium transform the weekly Word into fresh, lived journeys. Sally Morgenthaler Columnist for Worship Leader and Rev. magazines Author of Worship Evangelism and The Uncharted Now Merrill's metaphorical nuggets are excellent as guides for worship planning, teaching, or even personal meditation. They also can actually make you stop and think a bit. Len Wilson Media ministry consultant Author of Digital Storytellers and The Wired Church Timothy Merrill understands the craft of preaching better than most preachers I know. We are all aware that the first sixty seconds of any sermon are the most important. This book will prove a vital aid and unique gift to any preacher who is serious about holding the congregation's attention and inviting a dynamic encounter with the word. Alan Kimber Senior Pastor, First United Methodist Church Lodi, California Wow... where did Timothy Merrill get all this material? He clearly has searched far and wide -- and he manages to bring all these stories down to ground level, providing insight into the real issues facing those of us who inhabit the pews of churches. Merrill has a gift for bringing theological freight to events and occasions that most of us would pass right by, and I have found myself looking more carefully at the events of my own daily affairs as having theological implications, not to mention preaching implications. Richard C. Stern Associate Professor of Homiletics, St. Meinrad School of Theology Co-author of Savior on the Silver Screen Timothy F. Merrill is an ordained United Church of Christ minister and the Senior Editor of the preaching journal Homiletics. He has published numerous articles in the religious press and in academic journals such as Westminster Theological Journal and the Patrisca and Byzantine Review, and he is the author of Learning to Fall: A Guide for the Spiritually Clumsy (Chalice Press). A graduate of Iliff School of Theology, Merrill pursued doctoral studies at Princeton Theological Seminary in the history of Christianity, and he has served churches in Colorado, Minnesota, and Oregon.

Download or read book The Revised Common Lectionary written by Church Publishing and published by Church Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complete readings for the Revised Common Lectionary Years A, B, and C as authorized by the 2006 General Convention of the Episcopal Church, together with readings for the major Holy Days of the church year, in the NRSV translation. The RCL goes into official use in the Episcopal Church on the First Sunday of Advent 2007 and will replace the three-year lectionary currently in the Book of Common Prayer. Many congregations have already begun to use the RCL, and all congregations must be using it by 2010. This handsome, well-made cloth edition with two ribbon markers and a lay-flat binding is ideal for use in a pulpit or lectern.

Download or read book The pulpit lectionary sermon notes upon the Old Testament Sunday lessons written by John Marks Ashley and published by . This book was released on 1884 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Lectionary Tales for the Pulpit written by Gregory L. Tolle and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jesus considered stories to be an essential teaching tool -- his preaching was filled with stories, and he used parables because he knew that people could relate to them. So if you're looking for a well-told, imaginative, and inspirational story that will take you right to the heart of the scriptures, the newest edition of CSS' popular Lectionary Tales for the Pulpit series is just the resource you need. Gregory Tolle draws on his gift of storytelling to illustrate Cycle A lectionary texts with thought-provoking, modern parables. This book is not only great for memorable preaching illustrations and "sermon starters" -- it's also a wonderful source for uplifting devotional reading. Greg Tolle offers contemporary and insightful illustrations -- as fresh as the morning's newspaper -- to bring the biblical message to life. Used to supplement lectionary sermons or to spark spiritual and homiletic creativity, Lectionary Tales for the Pulpit will enhance every minister's library. I highly recommend this book to anyone who endeavors to preach relevant sermons that people will remember for a long time to come. William G. Grice III Pastor, First Congregational Church (UCC) Des Plaines, Illinois These stories remind us that God's grace is always in our midst, working through both the common and everyday and through the profound and extraordinary encounters of our lives. The gospel is a profoundly personal encounter with God's grace, and the gospel shines through in these pages. Rev. Tolle's reflections are a testimony to the love of Christ in our midst, even in those experiences when we might least expect to find it. Mark Y. A. Davies Dean, Wimberly School of Religion and Graduate Theological Center Oklahoma City University Grounded in real human experience, Lectionary Tales for the Pulpit is insightful reading that helps bring the biblical witness to light week after week. It's a wonderful devotional guide for thoughtful Christians of any persuasion, even the occasional preacher who happens to be in a "homiletic drought." William E. LaBarr Senior Pastor, Lake Cities United Methodist Church Lake Dallas, Texas Gregory L. Tolle is the senior minister at First United Methodist Church in Heavener, Oklahoma. A graduate of Oklahoma City University (B.A. in Religion) and Texas Christian University (M.Div.), Tolle has had numerous articles published in Group magazine. He also serves as the Youth Coordinator for the Oklahoma Conference of the United Methodist Church.

Download or read book General Instruction of the Roman Missal written by Catholic Church and published by USCCB Publishing. This book was released on 2003 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From USCCB Publishing, this revision of the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) seeks to promote more conscious, active, and full participation of the faithful in the mystery of the Eucharist. While the Missale Romanum contains the rite and prayers for Mass, the GIRM provides specific detail about each element of the Order of Mass as well as other information related to the Mass.

Download or read book Lectionary Tales for the Pulpit written by Gregory L. Tolle and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jesus was a master storyteller, and his preaching was filled with parables because he knew his listeners would relate to them -- and therefore connect with his message. Likewise, insightful and well-told stories are an essential element of the contemporary preacher's toolbox; they are invariably what people remember long after the sermon is over. If you're looking for a collection of fresh, imaginative, and inspirational stories that's sure to help you create dynamic sermons, Lectionary Tales For The Pulpit is just the resource for you. Gregory Tolle sheds new light on Cycle B lectionary texts with modern parables that take you right to the heart of the scriptural witness. His thought-provoking reflections remind us that God's grace is always present, especially in places and events we least expect to find it. Lectionary Tales For The Pulpit is a wonderful source for memorable preaching illustrations and ""sermon starters"" -- and it's also uplifting devotional reading that powerfully demonstrates how the Lord works in our daily lives. Lectionary Tales For The Pulpit offers readers an array of stories from everyday situations that make scripture texts even more relevant for the person in the pew. Tolle shares insights from renowned philosophers and theologians as well as his own experience as husband, father, and pastor, and offers spiritual wisdom in a way that will captivate listeners. For the preacher who needs an occasional jump-start, Lectionary Tales For The Pulpit will be a helpful and much appreciated resource. Woodie W. White Bishop-in-Residence Candler School of Theology, Emory University Greg Tolle offers contemporary and insightful illustrations -- as fresh as the morning's newspaper -- to bring the Biblical message to life. Used to supplement lectionary sermons or to spark spiritual and homiletic creativity, Lectionary Tales For The Pulpit will enhance every minister's library. I highly recommend this book to anyone who endeavors to preach relevant sermons that people will remember for a long time to come. William G. Grice III Pastor, First Congregational Church (UCC) Des Plaines, Illinois Lectionary Tales For The Pulpit is a compilation of stories from the author's own life, literature, and contemporary films from which preachers can glean some nourishing nuggets. Alyce McKenzie Assistant Professor of Homiletics Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University Gregory L. Tolle is the senior minister at First United Methodist Church in Durant, Oklahoma. He is a graduate of Oklahoma City University (B.A. in Religion) and Texas Christian University (M.Div.).

Download or read book Pause Before the Pulpit written by William W. Helland and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of devotionals opens up the scriptures and serves a meal that nurtures the life with God. Helland is well acquainted with the needs of pastors, and through these pages he serves as a pastor's pastor. The book has the added value of speaking to the pastor the Word of God while he is preparing to speak to others. Those who use this book will be enriched and blessed through the gospel of Jesus Christ. Eugene L. Boe Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology Lutheran Brethren Seminary Today's busy pastors must cope with a diverse range of physically and emotionally draining tasks. Yet as they balance the many competing demands on their time, the essential element for maintaining a vital and successful ministry is carving out time for their own spiritual regeneration. Before pastors can effectively proclaim the Good News to the people in the pews, they must attend to their ongoing relationship with the God whom they serve. Based on each Sunday's epistle and gospel texts from Cycle B of the Revised Common Lectionary, this collection of prayerful reflections specifically addresses the spiritual needs of the clergy. Rather than a primer on how to preach the text, these devotions explore what the scripture passages have to say about the personal lives of pastors and their public ministry. It's an ideal resource to begin weekly sermon preparation with, as each thoughtful contemplation prepares the heart for faithful preaching of God's Word. But Pause Before The Pulpit isn't just for pastors -- these devotions will also strengthen and spiritually encourage anyone actively involved in lay ministry. Bill Helland has written a wonderful devotional companion which gives inspiration, hope, and commitment. Every pastor should have a copy of this book in his study -- it is a must-read before he steps into the pulpit on Sunday morning. Gaylord T. Gunhus Chaplain (Major General) USA (retired) Underwood, Minnesota Bill Helland talks with pastors who give of themselves in lifting people up to the Lord -- and he invites them to talk back. I suggest reading these devotionals early in the week. Helland's questions, self-disclosures, and sharing of God's Word will nourish you as you prepare sermons, plan worship, play with your family, pray over your people, and walk in fellowship with God. Joel R. Egge President Church of the Lutheran Brethren William W. Helland has been a pastor in the Church of the Lutheran Brethren of America for the past fifteen years, serving parishes in Minnesota and South Dakota. A former locksmith and dairy farmer, Helland is a graduate of the Lutheran Brethren Seminary.

Download or read book A Preacher s Guide to Lectionary Sermon Series Volume 1 written by and published by Westminster John Knox Press. This book was released on 2016-05-01 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Preachers get the best of lectionary and topical series preaching with this comprehensive manual of sermon series ideas based on the Revised Common Lectionary. Designed to frame consecutive weeks of lectionary texts into seasonal and short-term series, a diverse group of twelve preachers outline multiple thematic series plans for each lectionary year. Each series plan provides a series overview, chart that outlines each segment of the series, tips and ideas, scriptural references, and a brief sermon starter. The series honors holy days and seasons and responds to typical patterns of church attendance, maximizing visitor retention and member engagement. Pastors can honor their commitment to lectionary preaching while taking advantage of the benefits series preaching can offer with this truly unique resource. Contributors include: Theresa Cho, Pastor of St. John's Presbyterian Church, San Francisco, California Bob Dannals, Rector of St. Michael's and All Angels Episcopal Church, Dallas, Texas Magrey R. DeVega, Pastor of Hyde Park United Methodist Church, Tampa, Florida Brian Erickson, Pastor of Trinity United Methodist Church, Birmingham, Alabama Mihee Kim-Kort, Presbyterian Minister and Campus Ministry Leader at University of Indiana, Bloomington, Indiana Jessica LaGrone, Dean of Chapel at Asbury Theological Seminary, Wilmore, Kentucky Cleophus J. LaRue, Professor of Homiletics, Princeton Theological Seminary, Princeton, New Jersey Jacqueline J. Lewis, Senior Minister, Middle Collegiate Church, New York City, New York Katherine Willis Pershey, Pastor of First Congregational Church, Western Springs, Illinois Paul Rock, Pastor of Second Presbyterian Church, Kansas City, Kansas Martin Thielen, Pastor of First United Methodist Church, Cookeville, Tennessee Winnie Varghese, Priest and Director of Community Outreach at Trinity Wall Street, New York, New York

Download or read book Revised Common Lectionary written by Church Publishing and published by Church Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2007-09 with total page 548 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Lectionary Poems Year A written by Scott L. Barton and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2019-12-13 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a book of insightful, often humorous, and always grace-filled poems for each Sunday of the church year and occasional other days. Based on one or more texts for Year A of the Revised Common Lectionary—Original Testament, Gospel, Letters, and Psalms—each poem reveals surprises about God much like the proclamations made by the biblical writers. For preachers, the poems here will be a joyful springboard to the sermon, each one a mini-sermon in itself; and for people in the pews, a brand-new way of thinking about the Bible. The index of 124 biblical references will make the book usable at any time. With titles like “The Once and Future Comeuppance of the Butters,” “What’s Really Original Here,” “Three Drinking Limericks,” and “They Thought It Was the Feds,” these poems will help the reader discover the God known and shown by Jesus and the earliest faith communities as amazing, abundant, boundary-pushing, and bold.