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What Do You See? -- Matthew 9:36 -- Mark A. Hultquist -- 1996
Message: Have you ever lost something for a long time and then found it again, almost by accident?
Sending And Receiving -- Kenneth A. Mortonson -- 1996
Purpose: To understand the importance of regular worship.
Flowers Follow Showers -- Kenneth A. Mortonson -- 1996
Purpose: To think about using hard times for personal growth.
"Abba" -- Romans 8:16-17 -- Mark A. Hultquist -- 1996
Message: Have you ever had the fun of watching young children when they are just beginning to talk?
Look Ahead! -- Romans 8:19 -- Mark A. Hultquist -- 1996
Message: Can you believe the cold weather we have been having lately? The wind is blowing.
What Is A Lie? -- Kenneth A. Mortonson -- 1996
Purpose: To help children understand why lying is wrong.
Easter Surprise -- Luke 24:2-3 -- Mark A. Hultquist -- 1996
Message: Do any of you receive Easter baskets on Easter morning?
Being At Peace With One Another -- Kenneth A. Mortonson -- 1996
Purpose: To encourage children to do their part in building friendships or being at peace with someo
Love Your Enemies -- Luke 6:27-28 -- Mark A. Hultquist -- 1996
Message: Can you ever tell something about what a person is like just by looking at him?
Hands -- Kenneth A. Mortonson -- 1996
Purpose: To share with the children the wonder of our hands and to encourage them to use their hands
The Good Shepherd -- Psalm 23:1 -- Mark A. Hultquist -- 1996
Message: Today I brought along a bunch of animals who live at our house.
The Control Center -- Kenneth A. Mortonson -- 1996
Purpose: To stress the importance of learning to listen and to be receptive to what others say.
Do The Right Thing -- James 1:17-27 -- Mark A. Hultquist -- 1996
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We All Need Help -- Kenneth A. Mortonson -- 1996
Purpose: To encourage children to seek help when they need it.
What A Change! -- 2 Corinthians 5:17 -- Mark A. Hultquist -- 1996
Message: Have you ever noticed how many different things it takes for your moms and dads to make a b
Happy New Year Noises -- Kenneth A. Mortonson -- 1996
Purpose: To think about what influences life.Material: Noisemakers
Trading -- Phiippians 2:5-11 -- Mark A. Hultquist -- 1996
Message: Do you ever trade things with your friends?
A Lesson From A Shell -- Kenneth A. Mortonson -- 1996
Purpose: To remind the children of the importance of each day and to make the most of each day.
What Time Is It? -- Psalm 30:5-6 -- Mark A. Hultquist -- 1996
Message: How many of you here this morning know how to tell time?
Surprise! -- Kenneth A. Mortonson -- 1996
Purpose: Helping children to find joy in each day.
Old And New -- Matthew 25:6-7 -- Mark A. Hultquist -- 1996
Message: Don't you love the first day of school!
What Day Is This? -- Kenneth A. Mortonson -- 1996
Purpose: To help children learn what to do when they make a mistake.
Growing Up -- Ephesians 3:17,19 -- Mark A. Hultquist -- 1996
Message: Have any of you received some new clothes this year?
Nuts* -- Kenneth A. Mortonson -- 1996
Purpose: To help children to persevere when faced with a problem.
Don't Throw It Away! -- Ephesians 2:4-6, 10 -- Mark A. Hultquist -- 1996
Message: This morning I brought something with me that we probably use every day of our lives.

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Advent 1 -- Psalm 122 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- First Sunday of Advent - A -- 2007
Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: "May they prosper who love you." -- Psalm 122:6
Easter 5 -- John 14:1-14 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Fifth Sunday of Easter - A -- 2007
... I am the way, and the truth, and the life.
Deliver Me, O LORD, From Evildoers -- Psalm 140 -- Robert G. Beckstrand -- 2007
Deliver me, O LORD, from evildoers; protect me from those who are violent ...
Be Gracious To Me, O God -- Psalm 56 -- Robert G. Beckstrand -- 2007
O Most High, when I am afraid, I put my trust in you ...
Proper 12 / Pentecost 10 / OT 17 -- Psalm 105:1-11, 45b -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 12 | Ordinary Time 17 - A -- 2007
O give thanks to the Lord, call on his name, make known his deeds among the peoples.
Give Ear To My Words, O LORD, Give Heed To My Sighing -- Psalm 5 -- Robert G. Beckstrand -- 2007
O LORD, in the morning you hear my voice; in the morning I plead my case to you,
Lent 4 -- 1 Samuel 16:1-13 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Fourth Sunday in Lent - A -- 2007
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The Baptism Of Our Lord / Epiphany 1 / OT 1 -- Acts 10:34-43 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- The Baptism of our Lord | Epiphany 1 | Ordinary Time 1 - A -- 2007
I truly understand that God shows no partiality, but in every nation anyone who fears him and doe
I Will Sing Of Your Steadfast Love, O LORD -- Psalm 89 -- Robert G. Beckstrand -- 2007
I will sing of your steadfast love, O LORD, forever,
Proper 20 / Pentecost 18 / OT 25 -- Philippians 1:21-30 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 20 | Ordinary Time 25 - A -- 2007
I know that I will remain and continue with all of you for your progress and joy in faith....
Advent 1 -- Romans 13:11-14 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- First Sunday of Advent - A -- 2007
Instead, put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provisions for the flesh, to gratify its desir
Easter 6 -- Acts 17:22-31 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Sixth Sunday of Easter - A -- 2007
For as I went through the city and looked carefully at your objects of worship, I found among the
I Call Upon You, O LORD, Come Quickly -- Psalm 141 -- Robert G. Beckstrand -- 2007
Let my prayer be counted as incense before you,
Be Merciful To Me, O God -- Psalm 57 -- Robert G. Beckstrand -- 2007
Be merciful to me, for in you my soul takes refuge;
Proper 12 / Pentecost 10 / OT 17 -- Romans 8:26-39 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 12 | Ordinary Time 17 - A -- 2007
We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according t
Do Not Rebuke Me In Your Anger -- Psalm 6 -- Robert G. Beckstrand -- 2007
Be gracious to me, O LORD, for I am languishing;
Lent 4 -- Psalm 23 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Fourth Sunday in Lent - A -- 2007
The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.-- Psalm 23:1
The Baptism Of Our Lord / Epiphany 1 / OT 1 -- Matthew 3:13-17 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- The Baptism of our Lord | Epiphany 1 | Ordinary Time 1 - A -- 2007
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LORD, You Have Been Our Dwelling Place In All Generations -- Psalm 90 -- Robert G. Beckstrand -- 2007
From everlasting to everlasting you are God. You turn us back to dust,
Proper 20 / Pentecost 18 / OT 25 -- Matthew 20:1-16 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 20 | Ordinary Time 25 - A -- 2007
... Or are you envious because I am generous?-- Matthew 20:15
Advent 1 -- Matthew 24:36-44 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- First Sunday of Advent - A -- 2007
But about that day and hour no one knows, neither the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but only the
Easter 6 -- Psalm 66:8-20 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Sixth Sunday of Easter - A -- 2007
... we went through fire and through water, yet you have brought us to a spacious place.
With My Voice I Cry To The LORD -- Psalm 142 -- Robert G. Beckstrand -- 2007
I pour out my complaint before him; I tell my trouble before him.
Do You Indeed Decree What Is Right, You Gods? -- Psalm 58 -- Robert G. Beckstrand -- 2007
Do you judge people fairly? No, in your hearts you devise wrongs;
Proper 12 / Pentecost 10 / OT 17 -- Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 12 | Ordinary Time 17 - A -- 2007
"Have you understood all this?" They answered, "Yes."-- Matthew 13:51

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Pruning Season -- Luke 13:6-9 -- Pamela Urfer -- Third Sunday in Lent - C -- 1994
Cast: LANDOWNER, HEAD GARDENER, and TREE. The HEAD GARDENER, representing Jesus, should be male.
Raised Voices -- Deuteronomy 26:1-11, Romans 10:13 -- Pamela Urfer -- First Sunday in Lent - C -- 1994
Cast: Two women, HANNAH and REBECCALength:8 minutes
Great Africans Of The Bible: The Shulamite -- Song Of Solomon -- Pamela Urfer -- 1994
Cast: SOLOMON and his BELOVED, the ShulamiteLength: 6 minutes
He Has Done Great Things -- Luke 1:39-45 (46-55) -- Pamela Urfer -- Fourth Sunday of Advent - C -- 1994
Cast: Two women, MARY and ELIZABETHLength:7 minutes
Whose Work Is It? -- Philippians 1:3-11 -- Pamela Urfer -- Second Sunday of Advent - C -- 1994
Cast: Two women, EUODIA and SYNTYCHE, and one man, CLEMENTLength:10 minutes
Clear The Way! -- Luke 3:3-18 -- Pamela Urfer -- Third Sunday of Advent - C -- 1994
Cast: JOHN the BAPTIST, USHER, FIRST CHURCH OFFICIAL, SECOND CHURCH OFFICIAL
Letting God -- Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 2:1-11 -- Pamela Urfer -- The Nativity of our Lord - C -- 1994
Cast: MARY, JOSEPH, three SHEPHERDS and three KINGS. The shepherds may be of either gender.
Reward -- Matthew 6:1-6; 16-21 -- Pamela Urfer -- Ash Wednesday - C -- 1994
Cast: Two people, SARAH and SIMONLength:5 minutes
Citizenship -- Philippians 3:17--4:1 -- Pamela Urfer -- Second Sunday in Lent - C -- 1994
Cast: Two people of either gender, TERRY and CHRISLength:8 minutes
Brothers -- Luke 15:11-32 -- Pamela Urfer -- Fourth Sunday in Lent - C -- 1994
Cast: Two brothers, NATHAN and JOSHUALength:6 minutes
The Entrance Into Jerusalem -- Mark 11:1-11 -- Pamela Urfer -- Passion Sunday - C -- 1994
Cast: Two people, RIBLAH and HAMATH. Gender is not important here.Length:
The Darkest Hour -- John 19:1-30 -- Pamela Urfer -- Good Friday - C -- 1994
Cast: NARRATOR (the only speaking part), JESUS, two SOLDIERS, PILATE, a PRIEST, three WOMEN, and a M
Begging For Mercy -- 1 Corinthians 12:4-13 -- Pamela Urfer -- Day of Pentecost - C -- 1994
Cast: NARRATOR, RICH MAN, 1ST BEGGAR (male), 2ND BEGGAR (female), 3RD BEGGAR (either, non-speaking p
Three Words -- Mark 12:28-34 -- Lori Lee Triplett -- 1993
(The monologue can be done simply as a stand-alone, or use your imagination to create a set where so
A Voice Calling In The Wilderness -- J.B. Quisenberry -- 1993
PreludeIntroit: "Alas And Did My Savior Bleed" verse 1 Call To Worship
The Collection -- Mark 12:38-44 -- Lori Lee Triplett -- 1993
Cast Of CharactersNarrator: male or female, any ageHusband: male non-speaking role
Order Of Service The Law Of Love -- J.B. Quisenberry -- 1993
PreludeIntroit: "Praise To The Lord, The Almighty" verses 1 and 5
Sundays -- 2 Corinthians 4:5-12, Mark 2:23--3:6 -- Lori Lee Triplett -- 1993
Cast Of CharactersJane: friend of Sara's and a similar age
God First -- J.B. Quisenberry -- 1993
PreludeIntroit: "Seek Ye First" verse 1Call To Worship: Exodus 20:2-3
Questions -- 2 Corinthians 4:13--5:1, 2 Corinthians 5:6-10 -- Lori Lee Triplett -- 1993
(This can be done as a readers' theatre or memorized with three or six people.
Of Sheep And Shepherds -- J.B. Quisenberry -- 1993
PreludeIntroit: "Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us" verse 1
Raging -- 2 Corinthians 6:1-13, Mark 4:35-41 -- Lori Lee Triplett -- 1993
(This stand-alone monologue should be done as simply as possible, one on one with God)
The Burden Of Freedom -- J.B. Quisenberry -- 1993
PreludeIntroit: "Softly And Tenderly Jesus Is Calling" verse 1
Attitude -- 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 -- Lori Lee Triplett -- 1993
Cast Of CharactersNarrator: male or female, any ageCain: the older brother
At The Foot Of The Cross -- J.B. Quisenberry -- 1993
PreludeIntroit: "The Old Rugged Cross" verse 1

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Need For God/Remembering God's Work -- Psalm 42 -- 2006
As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, O God.
Proper 26/Pentecost 24/Ordinary Time 31 -- Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4, 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12, Luke 19:1-10 -- Carlos Wilton -- Proper 26 | Ordinary Time 31 - C -- 2006
Theme For The Day
Christmas Day -- Psalm 97 -- Carlos Wilton -- The Nativity of our Lord - B -- 2006
(Occurs in all three cycles of the lectionary; see Christmas Day, Cycle A; see also Easter 7, Cyc
Second Sunday Of Easter -- Acts 5:27-32, Revelation 1:4b-8, John 20:19-31, Revelation 1:4-8 -- Carlos Wilton -- Second Sunday of Easter - C -- 2006
Theme For The Day
Easter 5 -- Psalm 22:25-31 -- Stan Purdum -- Fifth Sunday of Easter - B -- 2006
We will meet Psalm 22 in its entirety on Good Friday, but here the lectionary designates just verses
The Transfiguration Of Our Lord/Last Sunday After The Epiphany -- Psalm 2 -- James Evans, Stan Purdum, Carlos Wilton -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 2006
Undoubtedly, the reason why Psalm 2 occupies its place in the lectionary is because it amplifies the
Epiphany 4/Ordinary Time 4 -- Psalm 71:1-6 -- James Evans -- Epiphany 4 | Ordinary Time 4 - C -- 2006
(See Proper 16/Pentecost 14/Ordinary Time 21, Cycle C, for an alternative approach.)
The Holy Trinity -- Psalm 8 -- James Evans, Stan Purdum, Carlos Wilton -- 2006
(See Trinity Sunday, Cycle A, for an alternative approach.)
The Power Of Remembrance -- Psalm 77 -- 2006
I cried out to God for help; I cried out to God to hear me.
Proper 27/Pentecost 25/Ordinary Time 32 -- Haggai 1:15b--2:9, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17, Luke 20:27-38 -- Carlos Wilton -- Proper 27 | Ordinary Time 32 - C -- 2006
Theme For The Day
Advent 1 -- Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19 -- James Evans, Stan Purdum, Carlos Wilton -- 2006
(See Advent 4, Cycle A, and Proper 15/Pentecost 13/Ordinary Time 20, Cycle C, for an alternative
Third Sunday Of Easter -- Acts 9:1-6 (7-20), Revelation 5:11-14, John 21:1-19 -- Carlos Wilton -- Third Sunday of Easter - C -- 2006
Theme For The Day
The Transfiguration Of Our Lord/Last Sunday After The Epiphany -- Psalm 99 -- Stan Purdum -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 2006
(See The Transfiguration Of Our Lord/Last Sunday After The Epiphany, Cycle C, for an alternative
Epiphany 5/Ordinary Time 5 -- Psalm 138 -- James Evans -- Epiphany 5 | Ordinary Time 5 - C -- 2006
Attempting to use mere language to discuss and describe the workings of God is not an easy task.
Proper 4/Pentecost 2/Ordinary Time 9 -- Psalm 96 -- James Evans, Stan Purdum, Carlos Wilton -- Proper 4 | Ordinary Time 9 - C -- 2006
Psalm 96 is an enthronement psalm.
Proper 21/Pentecost 19/Ordinary Time 26 -- Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16 -- James Evans, Stan Purdum, Carlos Wilton -- Proper 21 | Ordinary Time 26 - C -- 2006
(See Lent 1, Cycle C, for an alternative approach to vv. 1-2 and 9-16.)
Miracles -- Psalm 78:12-16 -- 2006
He did miracles in the sight of their fathers in the land of Egypt, in the region of Zoan.
Proper 28/Pentecost 26/Ordinary Time 33 -- Isaiah 65:17-25, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13, Luke 21:5-19 -- Carlos Wilton -- Proper 28 | Ordinary Time 33 - C -- 2006
Theme For The Day God promises to make all things new.
Advent 2 -- Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13 -- Stan Purdum -- 2006
(See Proper 12/Pentecost 10/Ordinary Time 17, Cycle C, for an alternative approach.)
Fourth Sunday Of Easter -- Acts 9:36-43, Revelation 7:9-17, John 10:22-30 -- Carlos Wilton -- Fourth Sunday of Easter - C -- 2006
Theme For The Day
Lent 4 -- Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22 -- Stan Purdum -- Fourth Sunday in Lent - B -- 2006
(For an alternative approach to vv.
Ash Wednesday -- Psalm 51:1-17 -- James Evans, Stan Purdum, Carlos Wilton -- Ash Wednesday - A -- 2006
(See Lent 5, Cycle B, and Proper 13/Pentecost 11/Ordinary Time 18, Cycle B, for alternative appro
Advent 4 -- Psalm 80:1-7 -- James Evans, Stan Purdum, Carlos Wilton -- Fourth Sunday of Advent - C -- 2006
The recurring phrase, "let your face shine" (vv.
Proper 5/Pentecost 3/Ordinary Time 10 -- Psalm 146 -- James Evans, Stan Purdum, Carlos Wilton -- Proper 5 | Ordinary Time 10 - C -- 2006
(See Advent 3, Cycle A, for vv.
Proper 20/Pentecost 18/Ordinary Time 25 -- Psalm 79:1-9 -- James Evans, Stan Purdum, Carlos Wilton -- Proper 20 | Ordinary Time 25 - C -- 2006
This poignant prayer of lament and community grief gives expression to what it feels like to suffer

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The Tongue Is Mightier Than The Sword -- James 3:1-12 -- Thomas W. Lentz -- Proper 19 | Ordinary Time 24 - B -- 2008
The tongue is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body.
Reconciliation -- The Heart Of Love -- Hosea 2:14-20 -- Richard E. Gribble, CSC -- Epiphany 8 | Ordinary Time 8 - B -- 2008
Have you ever taken a course of action or held a particular attitude, all the while thinking that it
Soul Bread! -- John 6:24-35 -- Robert Leslie Holmes -- Proper 13 | Ordinary Time 18 - B -- 2008
I am the bread of life.
Genuine Hope -- Romans 4:13-25 -- Nancy Kraft -- Second Sunday in Lent - B -- 2008
The season is upon us once again.
Skin Game -- Mark 1:40-45 -- Robert J. Elder -- Epiphany 6 | Ordinary Time 6 - B -- 2008
Let's think about skin for a minute. Skin is something very precious to us.
Heavenly Wisdom -- James 3:13--4:3, 7-8a -- Thomas W. Lentz -- Proper 20 | Ordinary Time 25 - B -- 2008
Who is wise and understanding among you?
Commissioned For Christ -- 2 Kings 2:1-12 -- Richard E. Gribble, CSC -- Transfiguration Sunday - B -- 2008
On a warm and sunny early June day in 1943, John Francis Laboon, "Jake" to his friends, stood with h
Planning Your Way Out -- John 6:35, 41-51 -- Robert Leslie Holmes -- Proper 14 | Ordinary Time 19 - B -- 2008
I tell you the truth, he who believes has everlasting life.-- John 6:47
The Wisdom Of The Cross -- 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 -- Nancy Kraft -- Third Sunday in Lent - B -- 2008
There are some people who have the gift of persuasion.
Jesus At Home -- Mark 2:1-12 -- Robert J. Elder -- Epiphany 7 | Ordinary Time 7 - B -- 2008
When he [Jesus] returned to Capernaum after some days, it was reported that he was at home.
Antidote For Bad Times -- James 5:13-20 -- Thomas W. Lentz -- Proper 21 | Ordinary Time 26 - B -- 2008
A minister waited in line to get his car filled with gas just before a long holiday weekend.
Let The Shofar Sound! -- Joel 2:1-2, 12-17 -- Ken Lentz -- Ash Wednesday - B -- 2008
The school bell rings. The noonday siren sounds. The church bells call the faithful to worship.
When The Baker Becomes The Bread! -- John 6:51-58 -- Robert Leslie Holmes -- Proper 15 | Ordinary Time 20 - B -- 2008
This bread is my flesh, which I will give for the life of the world ...
It's About Grace -- Ephesians 2:1-10 -- Nancy Kraft -- Fourth Sunday in Lent - B -- 2008
When Bill Clinton was running for president, there was a phrase that drove his political campaign.
Due For Renewal -- Mark 2:13-22 -- Robert J. Elder -- Epiphany 8 | Ordinary Time 8 - B -- 2008
Every pastor, on occasion, feels the need to remind a congregation that we need not fear things that
Lent 1 -- Deuteronomy 26:1-11 -- Gregory L. Tolle -- 2007
When you have come into the land that the Lord your God is giving you as an inheritance to posses
Test ... Test ... -- Matthew 22:34-46 -- Chris Ewing -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - A -- 2007
Sometimes things happen that push us back to our deepest questions and force us to answer.
A Spiritual Re-formation -- Romans 3:19-28 -- Mary S. Lautensleger -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 2007
Elizabeth Strout's novel, Abide with Me, is set in a small town in Maine in the 1950s,
How To Stretch A Meal -- Matthew 14:13-21 -- John E. Sumwalt -- 2007
My mother's people, the Longs of Longfield House, County Tipperary, came from Ireland to southwest W
Return To The Lord, Your God -- Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 -- Lee Griess -- Ash Wednesday - A -- 2007
Every once in a while a whimsical story makes the news.
Lighting Up Lent -- Ephesians 5:8-14 -- David O. Bales -- Fourth Sunday in Lent - A -- 2007
Can you recall a significant event that changed many things about you: maybe a natural disaster like
Religious Balkanization -- Matthew 15:(10-20) 21-28 -- Wayne Brouwer -- Proper 15 | Ordinary Time 20 - A -- 2007
As a seminary intern in St. Louis, Missouri, I was part of a Jewish-Christian Dialogue group.
Lent 2 -- Psalm 27 -- Gregory L. Tolle -- 2007
The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?
Unwanted Freedom -- John 8:31-36 -- Chris Ewing -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 2007
The trouble with words is that they can mean so many different things, depending on who is using the
All In The Family -- 1 John 3:1-31 -- Mary S. Lautensleger -- All Saints Day - A -- 2007
"Surprise!

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Risen -- Matthew 13:33 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
Her friends called her Prissy and on occasion they affectionately referred to her as Miss Prim and P
Our Kind -- Mark 5:1-2, 9 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"We've got to live with our own kind." Whenever Lem said this to Fanny and the kids, they knew they
Fishers -- Mark 1:19-20 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
Poppa Zebedee approached his sons one day.
Big Daddy -- Matthew 22:2-3 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"What?" Big Daddy yelled as he gripped the arms of his throne. "But that's impossible!
Pearlie -- Matthew 13:45 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"I'm not easy. I come at a price.
Broken Promise -- Luke 24:13-14 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"Life is a broken promise now that Jesus is dead," Cleo complained to his friend Eli as they walked
High Hopes -- Matthew 20:20-21 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
She wasn't literally a stage mother, but Leena had shown most of the symptoms.
The Sinner -- Luke 18:9 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"Sinner -- SINNER -- that's what I am. A sinner.
The Treasure -- Matthew 13:44 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
He was ecstatic! Had this happened to him? Maybe he was dreaming. But no.
The Topbanana Tree -- Genesis 3:1 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"Either she's not gotten around to getting her wardrobe or she's so naive it hasn't occurred to her
Junior -- Luke 15:22-24 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
Dressed in red running trunks, a blue Down-On-The-Farm sweatshirt, baseball cap, and sneakers, Junio
Narrow Door -- Luke 13:22-24 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"It appeared in Haute Couture!""And Entre Nous!"
Fun -- Luke 15:22-24 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"It's my turn now.
Favorite -- Luke 1:26-28 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
Mary spent the whole day going over and over what Gabe had told her the morning before. Mr. G.
Daddy -- Luke 15:11-12 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"Junior, you've done it again! Putting Exlax in the chocolate chip cookie batter for Ms.
The Dime -- Luke 15:8-9 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"So, I've lost the dime. It's only ten cents." Freeda tried to dismiss the loss as trivial.
The Party -- Matthew 9:9 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"Parties? The last thing I want is a party.
Blabbermouth -- Mark 1:40-45 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"Blabbermouth!" His mother was enraged. "You're nothing but a blabbermouth!
In Praise Of Ourselves -- Matthew 20:1-2 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"Two hundred bucks for a day's work! That's fantastic!" Bert marveled.
Talents -- Matthew 25:14-15 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"Hi!" Louie smiled and waved at people in expensive cars, beat up jalopies, taxis, school buses, eig
Who's Lost? -- Luke 15:4 -- Andre Papineau -- 2002
"Every family has one!""And he's ours....""Without a doubt!"
Open Doors: Illustrations, Quotes, And Quips -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
Prayer
Mom Is More Than A 3-Lettered Word -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
A frustrated mother of three very lively boys went to the manager of the local grocery and begged, "
Open Doors: Illustrations, Quotes, And Quips -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
Character -- Christian
Mom Is More Than A 3-Lettered Word -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
"I don't think there are enough devils in hell to take a young person from the arms of a godly mothe

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Proper 23 | Ordinary Time 28 -- Job 23:1-9, 16-17, Hebrews 4:12-16, Mark 10:17-31 -- Frank Ramirez -- Proper 23 | Ordinary Time 28 - B -- 2005
First Lesson: Job 23:1-9, 16-17 Theme: And Another Thing, Lord ...
Discussion Questions On Anointing For Study Groups -- Frank Ramirez -- 2005
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Theme: Walk To The Light -- Isaiah 60:1-6 -- Epiphany of the Lord - B -- 2005
Call To Worship Arise, shine; for your light has come!
Proper 11 | Ordinary Time 16 -- 2 Samuel 7:1-14a, Ephesians 2:11-22, Mark 6:30-34, Psalm 89:20-37 -- Charles And Donna Cammarata -- Proper 11 | Ordinary Time 16 - B -- 2005
Call To Worship
Theme: The Lord Needs No House -- 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16 -- Frank Ramirez -- Fourth Sunday of Advent - B -- 2005
Call To Worship
NULL -- Matthew 25:21 -- Leon Collier -- 2005
Minister: "His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant!
NULL -- Mark 8:35, 36 -- Leon Collier -- 2005
Minister: "For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his for me and
Fifth Sunday After The Epiphany -- Isaiah 40:21-31, 1 Corinthians 9:16-23, Mark 1:29-39, Psalm 147:1-11, 20c -- Charles And Donna Cammarata -- Epiphany 5 | Ordinary Time 5 - B -- 2005
Call To Worship
NULL -- Colossians 3:1, 2 -- Leon Collier -- 2005
Minister: Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, whe
Christmas Eve -- Isaiah 9:2-7 -- Robert S. Jarboe -- The Nativity of our Lord - B -- 2005
(Distribute this sheet to the readers.) Date: _________________________
Theme: I Think You Said You Wanted An Answer -- Job 38:1-7 (34-41) -- Frank Ramirez -- Proper 24 | Ordinary Time 29 - B -- 2005
Call To Worship (Psalm 104:24-34) One:
Additional Questions Regarding The Laying On Of Hands And Public Prayer -- Frank Ramirez -- 2005
1.
Theme: Believe It Or Not! -- Isaiah 52:13--53:12 -- Frank Ramirez -- Good Friday - B -- 2005
Call To Worship (based on 1 Corinthians 1:18-25) One:
Proper 12 | Ordinary Time 17 -- 2 Samuel 11:1-15, Ephesians 3:14-21, John 6:1-21, Psalm 14 -- Charles And Donna Cammarata -- Proper 12 | Ordinary Time 17 - B -- 2005
Call To WorshipA general Call To Worship. Leader: Call upon the Lord.
Theme: Reunion -- Isaiah 25:6-9 -- Frank Ramirez -- All Saints Day - B -- 2005
Call To Worship (Isaiah 25:9)
NULL -- Mark 12:14c, 17a -- Leon Collier -- 2005
Minister: "Is it right to pay taxes to Caesar or not?"
Sixth Sunday After The Epiphany -- 2 Kings 5:1-14, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Mark 1:40-45, Psalm 30 -- Charles And Donna Cammarata -- Epiphany 6 | Ordinary Time 6 - B -- 2005
Call To WorshipFrom Psalm 30. Leader: I will exalt you, O Lord,
NULL -- 1 Thessalonians 4:10a, 11 -- Leon Collier -- 2005
Minister: Indeed, your love is already strong toward all the Christian brothers throughout yo
Christmas Eve -- Psalm 96 -- Robert S. Jarboe -- The Nativity of our Lord - B -- 2005
(Distribute this sheet to the readers.) Date: _________________________
Theme: Repent In Or From Dust And Ashes? -- Job 42:1-6, 10-17 -- Frank Ramirez -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 2005
Call To Worship (Psalm 34:1-3, 6) One:
Experiential Exercises -- Frank Ramirez -- 2005
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Nevermore Forevermore -- Genesis 9:8-17 -- Frank Ramirez -- First Sunday in Lent - B -- 2005
Call To WorshipStorms are raging all about, And destruction seems too near.
Proper 13 | Ordinary Time 18 -- 2 Samuel 11:26--12:13a, Ephesians 4:1-16, John 6:24-35, Psalm 51:1-12 -- Charles And Donna Cammarata -- Proper 13 | Ordinary Time 18 - B -- 2005
Call To Worship
Theme: It Is Not For You To Know -- Acts 1:1-11 -- Frank Ramirez -- Ascension of the Lord - B -- 2005
Call To Worship (Psalm 93)
NULL -- Luke 6:38 -- Leon Collier -- 2005
Minister: "Give, and it will be given to you.

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For May 5, 2024:
  • Longing for Belonging by Dean Feldmeyer — “A deep sense of love and belonging is an irreducible need of all people. We are biologically, cognitively, physically, and spiritually wired to love and be loved and to belong.” — Brene Brown
  • Second Thoughts: Is Blood Thicker Than Water? by Elena Delhagen based on 1 John 5:1-6 and Acts 10:44-48.

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Wayne Brouwer
It was a dark and stormy night. Lightning flashed and thunder crashed. Suddenly, Kimberly, our middle daughter, was standing next to our bed, sobbing in fear. My wife held and comforted her for a few minutes, and then I led her back to the room she shared with her older sister Kristyn. I tucked her tightly into the sandwich of her sheets and blankets, snugging things up for extra safety.
Bill Thomas
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Bonnie Bates
Acts 10:44-48

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John Jamison
Object: Pieces you might use, like dice, a spinner, a ball, or any other “unusual” things you might find. I used a beanbag, a shoe, and a piece of paper.

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John E. Sumwalt
This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. (v. 12-13)

You have heard the saying “We are not called to be successful; we are called to be faithful.” Jesus’ invitation to “follow me” is an invitation to faithfulness. That might be described by the old-fashioned word “fidelity.”

The Village Shepherd

Janice B. Scott
Do you love anyone enough to offer them your last Rolo? According to the advert, Rolos are so incredibly delicious that nobody could be that selfless. Those who consider offering their last Rolo to someone they love, snatch it back at the last moment and keep it for themselves.

Or you might of course, love Terry's chocolate orange, and feel it's something which would be good to share. But at the last moment, like cuddly Dawn French, you'd say, "No, it's mine, not Terry's, it's all mine!"

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Schuyler Rhodes
Anyone who has made a long road trip with children singing "99 Bottles Of Beer On The Wall" can support the notion of "singing a new song." Children love the repetition of singing the same song over and over. Parents or youth group leaders who have been in this situation can identify with the need to sing a new song.
Nancy Kraft
Are you in love with God? In 1 John, the author has a lot to say about the love of God and the way that love changes our lives. We love because God first loved us. God's love fills us to overflowing so that it flows through us to other people. Annie Dillard said that we catch grace like a man filling a cup underneath a waterfall.1 That's the way we receive God's love. But there can be a problem for us when we put a lid on our cups and the water can't get inside. We're closing our hearts off to the love of God.

Harry N. Huxhold
A remarkable feature of Dwight D. Eisenhower's memoirs is the composure with which he greeted crises. He titled his autobiography At Ease, an appropriate description for not only his retirement, but the manner in which he appeared to be on top of life. Colleagues, of course, could recall how excited he could get in revealing his impatience with mediocrity and the failures of the people in his command. However, what was impressive was the way he took control in the European theater in World War II with no fear for his own life and great confidence in the Allied offensive.
E. Carver Mcgriff
Charles Wesley began one of the Methodist Church's favorite hymns with this line: "Come Holy Ghost, Our Hearts Inspire." Of course, tradition now uses the alternate term, "Holy Spirit." Wesley called it the "fountain of life and love." And so it is. Once we experience the Holy Spirit, we know it is exactly that: the source of life and love. The giving of that Spirit into the lives of us all is the point of this passage.

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