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Proper 11 / Ordinary Time 16 / Pentecost 6 -- Amos 8:1-12, Colossians 1:15-28, Luke 10:38-42, Psalm 52 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Proper 11 | Ordinary Time 16 - C -- 2009
Zoos are no longer in people's good graces. Religion faces the same problem.
Proper 27 / Ordinary Time 32 / Pentecost 25 -- Haggai 1:15b--2:9, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17, Luke 20:27-38, Psalm 145:1-5, 17-21 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Proper 27 | Ordinary Time 32 - C -- 2009
If we love the Lord with all our hearts, minds, and strength,
Lent 5 -- Isaiah 43:16-21, Philippians 3:4b-14, John 12:1-8, Psalm 126 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Fifth Sunday in Lent - C -- 2009
You shall pass judgment on yourself. That is the hardest thing of all ...
Easter 7 -- Acts 16:16-34, Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21, John 17:20-26, Psalm 97 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Seventh Sunday of Easter - C -- 2009
The Easter story is about the triumph of creativity.
Proper 16 / Ordinary Time 21 / Pentecost 14 -- Jeremiah 1:4-10, Hebrews 12:18-29, Luke 13:10-17, Psalm 71:1-6 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Proper 16 | Ordinary Time 21 - C -- 2009
Zoos are no longer in people's good graces. Religion faces the same problem.
Christ The King (Proper 29) / Ordinary Time 34 -- Jeremiah 23:1-6, Colossians 1:11-20, Luke 23:33-43, Luke 1:68-79 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Christ The King (Proper 29) - C -- 2009
If we love the Lord with all our hearts, minds, and strength,
The Ascension Of Our Lord -- Acts 1:1-11, Ephesians 1:15-23, Luke 24:44-53, Psalm 47 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Ascension of the Lord - C -- 2009
Our lives end in the middle of the story.
Proper 15 / Ordinary Time 20 / Pentecost 10 -- Isaiah 5:1-7, Hebrews 11:29--12:2, Luke 12:49-56, Psalm 80:1-2, 8-19 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Proper 15 | Ordinary Time 20 - C -- 2009
Zoos are no longer in people's good graces. Religion faces the same problem.
The Epiphany Of Our Lord -- Isaiah 60:1-6, Ephesians 3:1-12, Matthew 2:1-12, Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Epiphany of the Lord - C -- 2009
The light of truth is in the skies. Or it may be only a shadow.
Christmas 2 -- Jeremiah 31:7-14, Ephesians 1:3-14, John 1:(1-9) 10-18, Psalm 147:12-20 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Second Sunday after Christmas - C -- 2009
Let us awaken from the soul-crushing allures
Proper 13 / Ordinary Time 18 / Pentecost 11 -- Hosea 11:1-11, Colossians 3:1-11, Luke 12:13-21, Psalm 107:1-9, 43 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Proper 13 | Ordinary Time 18 - C -- 2009
Zoos are no longer in people's good graces. Religion faces the same problem.
Epiphany 7 / Ordinary Time 7 -- Genesis 45:3-11, 15, Luke 6:27-38, Psalm 37:1-11, 39-40 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Epiphany 7 | Ordinary Time 7 - C -- 2009
A single song is being inflected through all the colorations of the human choir.
Proper 17 / Ordinary Time 22 / Pentecost 15 -- Jeremiah 2:4-13, Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16, Luke 14:1, 7-14, Psalm 81:1, 10-16 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Proper 17 | Ordinary Time 22 - C -- 2009
If we love the Lord with all our hearts, minds, and strength,
Christmas Day -- Isaiah 62:6-12, Titus 3:4-7, Luke 2:(1-7) 8-20, Psalm 97 -- Julia Ross Strope -- The Nativity of our Lord - C -- 2009
Gathering music Christmas medley (Light the Christ candle.)
Lent 1 -- Deuteronomy 26:1-11, Romans 10:8b-13, Luke 4:1-13, Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16 -- Julia Ross Strope -- First Sunday in Lent - C -- 2009
You shall pass judgment on yourself. That is the hardest thing of all ...
Christmas 1 -- 1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26, Colossians 3:12-17, Luke 2:41-52, Psalm 148 -- Julia Ross Strope -- First Sunday after Christmas Day - C -- 2009
The wonderful cycle of the year,
Proper 9 / Ordinary Time 14 / Pentecost 4 -- 2 Kings 5:1-14, Galatians 6:(1-6) 7-16, Luke 10:1-11, 16-20, Psalm 30 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - C -- 2009
A sacred teaching must be examined from at least three points of view:
Good Friday -- Hebrews 10:16-25, Psalm 22 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Good Friday - C -- 2009
Consider opening the sanctuary from noon until 7:00 p.m.
Proper 19 / Ordinary Time 24 / Pentecost 17 -- Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-28, 1 Timothy 1:12-17, Luke 15:1-10, Psalm 14 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Proper 19 | Ordinary Time 24 - C -- 2009
If we love the Lord with all our hearts, minds, and strength,
Epiphany 3 / Ordinary Time 3 -- Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10, 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a, Luke 4:14-21, Psalm 19 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Epiphany 3 | Ordinary Time 3 - C -- 2009
A single song is being inflected through all the colorations of the human choir.
Proper 6 / Ordinary Time 11 / Pentecost 4 -- 1 Kings 21:1-10 (11-14) 15-21a, Galatians 2:15-21, Luke 7:36--8:3, Psalm 5:1-8 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Proper 6 | Ordinary Time 11 - C -- 2009
Zoos are no longer in people's good graces. Religion faces the same problem.
Reformation Day -- Jeremiah 31:31-34, Romans 3:19-28, John 8:31-36, Psalm 46 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Reformation Sunday - C -- 2009
Who is this king that forms another king out of the ground,
Proper 21 / Ordinary Time 26 / Pentecost 19 -- Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15, 1 Timothy 6:6-19, Luke 16:19-31, Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Proper 21 | Ordinary Time 26 - C -- 2009
If we love the Lord with all our hearts, minds, and strength,
Proper 26 / Ordinary Time 31 / Pentecost 24 -- Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4, 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12, Luke 19:1-10, Psalm 119:137-144 -- Julia Ross Strope -- Proper 26 | Ordinary Time 31 - C -- 2009
If we love the Lord with all our hearts, minds, and strength,
All Saints -- Daniel 7:1-3, 15-18, Ephesians 1:11-23, Luke 6:20-31, Psalm 149 -- Julia Ross Strope -- All Saints Day - C -- 2009
If we love the Lord with all our hearts, minds, and strength,

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Holy Ground -- Frank Ramirez -- 2007
Cast Sunday School Teacher Sunday School Students: Chris Wilson
Holy Water -- Frank Ramirez -- 2007
Characters Youth Group: Ernie Errol Earl Emmett
Witnesses To The Light: Mary of Magdala -- I Have Seen The Lord! -- Luke 8:1-3 -- Frank Ramirez -- 2007
Characters Angels Fantastic Marvelous Wonderful Gabriel
The Bee Attitudes -- Frank Ramirez -- 2007
Cast Crystal Doris Garrison Vanessa Olivia Taylor
The Legend Of The North Star -- 2007
Summary
Be A Blessing: The Preacher's Challenge -- Pam Speights -- 2007
Theme
What's In Your Backpack?: How Could In-School Suspension Be A Good Thing? -- Pam Speights -- 2007
Theme
Come! See What God Has Done -- Jeanne Mueller, Judith Hale Wood -- 2007
Introduction
What Are You Thankful For? -- 2007
Characters
Thanksgiving For Our Day -- Judy Gattis Smith -- 2007
Instructions
Recalling Our Blessings -- Judy Gattis Smith -- 2007
Props Yellow poster board Green poster board Red poster board
Is It Still Wonderful? -- Louis H. Valbracht -- 2007
Somehow, somebody always does it before each holiday, and so the man in the restaurant asked me the
Welcome The Spirit Of Christmas -- Janet Burton -- 2007
Preparation
The Christmas Stranger -- Bill Thomas -- 2007
Summary
The Christmas Stranger Returns -- Bill Thomas -- 2007
Summary
A Christmas Remembrance -- 2007
Characters Narrator Elder Julia Theodotus and his family
Christmas, Then And Now: As Witnessed By The Angels -- Robert V. Dodd -- 2007
Production Notes
It’s So Christmas-See! -- Myra Shofner -- 2007
Setting
The Fourth Wise Man -- Adalya Hadar -- 2007
Characters Matthew -- gospel writer Matthias -- son of the fourth wise man
News From The Desert Times (The Golden Calf Incident) -- Exodus 32 -- Arley K. Fadness -- 2007
Midweek Lent 6 Drama Characters
The Ten Commandments (Ten Friends Of The Covenant) -- Exodus 19:9-20 -- Arley K. Fadness -- 2007
Midweek Lent 5 Drama Characters Voice Of God (offstage)
Wilderness Wanderings (Photos In The Desert) -- Exodus 15-16 -- Arley K. Fadness -- 2007
Midweek Lent 4 Drama Characters Photographer Moses
Deliverance! -- Exodus 7-12 -- Arley K. Fadness -- 2007
Midweek Lent 3 Drama Characters Paulo (the producer)
The Call To Moses -- Exodus 2:11--4:17 -- Arley K. Fadness -- 2007
Midweek Lent 2 Drama Characters Narrator Moses
Who Is In Control?: A Look At The Apostle Paul's Mother -- Pam Speights -- 2007
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Nicodemus Came By Night -- John 3:1-17 -- Marian R. Plant, David G. Plant -- Second Sunday in Lent - A -- 2017
Nicodemus came by night. Why by night? Why in darkness?
For the Glow of It -- Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 -- Marian R. Plant, David G. Plant -- Ash Wednesday - A -- 2017
Our Ash Wednesday service is full of rich symbols.
Friday -- John 13:1-17, 31b-35 -- Marian R. Plant, David G. Plant -- Good Friday - A -- 2017
It doesn’t matter how many times I read, listen to, or watch a biography of Abraham Lincoln I am alw
The Lamb -- Revelation 7:9-17 -- Argile Smith -- All Saints Day - A -- 2017
Have you ever heard of a man named Polycarp? Don't feel badly if you haven't.
Loving Made Real -- John 13:1-17, 31b-35 -- Marian R. Plant, David G. Plant -- Maundy Thursday - A -- 2017
The lectionary gives us two types of traditional texts for our Maundy Thursday services over the spa
Listening 101 -- John 4:5-42 -- Marian R. Plant, David G. Plant -- Third Sunday in Lent - A -- 2017
Somewhere in my life I heard someone say something like, “The challenge with John (the gospel writer
Charged with Grandeur -- Genesis 1--2, Psalm 8 -- Christopher Keating -- 2016
Copied on the front of the bulletin were verses from Gerard Manley Hopkins’ poem, “C
The Shepherd -- John 10:11-18 -- John Jamison -- Fourth Sunday of Easter - B -- 2015
He woke up just as the sun was peeking over the top of the mountains to the east, just as he had don
What a Friend -- John 15:9-17 -- John Jamison -- Sixth Sunday of Easter - B -- 2015
In your mind, I’d like you to picture a good friend.
Some Greeks -- John 12:20-33 -- John Jamison -- Fifth Sunday in Lent - B -- 2015
Jesus was back in Jerusalem for another Passover.
Fish Tales -- Luke 24:36b-48 -- John Jamison -- Third Sunday of Easter - B -- 2015
Have you ever had to sell an idea or a concept or a belief?
A Cry in the Dark -- Luke 21:25-36 -- Wayne Brouwer -- First Sunday of Advent - C -- 2015
"Screw your courage to the sticking-place," says Lady Macbeth to her doomed husband in Shakespeare's
Tangled Up in the Vines -- John 15:1-8 -- John Jamison -- Fifth Sunday of Easter - B -- 2015
This passage from John is one that has created great comfort for many people, and at the same time h
The Peaceable Kingdom -- Luke 3:1-6 -- Wayne Brouwer -- Second Sunday of Advent - C -- 2015
What difference does my life make for others around me? What difference does anyone's life make?
King Jesus -- Luke 1:39-45 (46-55) -- Wayne Brouwer -- Fourth Sunday of Advent - C -- 2015
One morning in 1872, David Livingstone wrote this in his diary: "March 19, my birthday.
A Dance in the Desert -- Luke 3:7-18 -- Wayne Brouwer -- Third Sunday of Advent - C -- 2015
Even though we like laughter and enjoy praise and celebration, especially at this time of year, it d
Crisis Management -- Luke 21:25-36 -- Susan R. Andrews -- First Sunday of Advent - C -- 2015
It is a newspaper image I will never forget. And for me it is an image of Advent.
Wilderness Work -- Luke 3:1-6 -- Susan R. Andrews -- Second Sunday of Advent - C -- 2015
It was one of the most embarrassing moments of my life.
Where It Ends -- John 13:1-17, 31b-35 -- John Jamison -- Maundy Thursday - B -- 2015
All of the plans and preparation had been completed and they were all gathering together in the room
Out of Control -- John 18:1--19:42 -- John Jamison -- Good Friday - B -- 2015
Note to the preacher:
The Wrong Gift -- Luke 2:1-14 (15-20) -- Wayne Brouwer -- The Nativity of our Lord - C -- 2015
What did you get for Christmas?
The Future Present -- Luke 1:39-45 (46-55) -- Susan R. Andrews -- Fourth Sunday of Advent - C -- 2015
We Protestants don’t know what to do with Mary.
Rebirth -- John 3:14-21 -- John Jamison -- Fourth Sunday in Lent - B -- 2015
The city of Jerusalem was packed with strangers during the Passover feast, so you could walk a long
The Week -- Mark 14:1--15:47 -- John Jamison -- Passion Sunday - B -- 2015
Note to the preacher:
God With Skin On -- Luke 2:1-14 (15-20) -- Susan R. Andrews -- The Nativity of our Lord - C -- 2015
As we gather here this holy night, we come from a variety of religious backgrounds.

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Don't Be Lukewarm -- Revelation 3:16 -- Joy Gee -- 2007
Scripture: Revelation 3:16
Ascending To Heaven -- Luke 24:51-53 -- Joy Gee -- 2007
Scripture: Luke 24:51-53
Ping-Pong Words -- Proverbs 15:1 -- Marti Kramer Suddarth -- 2007
Scripture Reference
Weeds! -- Matthew 13:14-20 -- Joy Gee -- 2007
Scripture: Matthew 13:14-20
Symbols We Wear -- James 2:18b -- Marti Kramer Suddarth -- 2007
Scripture Reference ... and I by my works will show you my faith.
The Wise Man Built His House Upon A Rock -- Matthew 7:24-27 -- Marti Kramer Suddarth -- 2007
Scripture Reference
All Things Work Together For Good -- Romans 8:28a -- Marti Kramer Suddarth -- 2007
Scripture Reference
Following -- Exodus 23:2 -- Joy Gee -- 2007
Scripture: Exodus 23:2
Walk In The Light -- 1 John 1:7 -- Joy Gee -- 2007
Scripture: 1 John 1:7
If You're Angry -- Matthew 18:15 -- Marti Kramer Suddarth -- 2007
Scripture Reference
Hold On To The Good -- 1 Thessalonians 5:21 -- Joy Gee -- 2007
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:21
Don't Get Weary Of Doing Good -- Galatians 6:9 -- Joy Gee -- 2007
Scripture: Galatians 6:9
Sowing A Seed -- Luke 8:11 -- Joy Gee -- 2007
Scripture: Luke 8:11 Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God.
What Are You Building? -- 1 Timothy 5:25 -- Joy Gee -- 2007
Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:25
David And The Giant -- 1 Samuel 17:37a -- Marti Kramer Suddarth -- 2007
Scripture References
Willing -- Judges 6:15-16a -- Marti Kramer Suddarth -- 2007
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What's In A Name? -- Acts 11:26b -- Marti Kramer Suddarth -- 2007
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Thankful -- Two -- Ephesians 5:20 -- Marti Kramer Suddarth -- 2007
Scripture Reference
The Eye Of Faith -- Hebrews 11:1 -- Joy Gee -- 2007
Scripture: Hebrews 11:1
You Can't Judge A Filling By Its Chocolate -- 1 Samuel 16:7 -- Marti Kramer Suddarth -- 2007
Scripture References
Fiction Or Nonfiction? -- 2 Timothy 3:16 -- Marti Kramer Suddarth -- 2007
Scripture Reference
Science And The Bible -- Isaiah 40:22a -- Marti Kramer Suddarth -- 2007
Scripture References It is he who sits above the circle of the earth....
Hearing The Voice Of God -- Matthew 11:15 -- Joy Gee -- 2007
Scripture: Matthew 11:15 Let anyone with ears listen!
Superman! -- Philippians 4:13 -- Joy Gee -- 2007
Scripture: Philippians 4:13
God Looks At The Heart -- 1 Samuel 16:7 -- Joy Gee -- 2007
Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

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Easter 7 -- Acts 1:15-17, 21-26, 1 John 5:9-13, John 17:6-19 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Seventh Sunday of Easter - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day The awesome ways of God. Collect of the Day
Ash Wednesday -- Joel 2:1-2, 12-17, 2 Corinthians 5:20b--6:10, Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Ash Wednesday - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day Sorrow for sin in the midst of meaninglessness.
Proper 21 / Pentecost 18 / Ordinary Time 26 -- Esther 7:1-6, 9-10; 9:20-22, James 5:13-20, Mark 9:38-50 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Proper 21 | Ordinary Time 26 - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day Baptizing worldly wisdom. Collect of the Day
Good Friday -- Isaiah 52:13--53:12, Hebrews 10:16-25, John 18:1--19:42 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Good Friday - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day A vulnerable God struggles to overcome our sin.
Holy Trinity Sunday -- Isaiah 6:1-8, Romans 8:12-17, John 3:1-17 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Trinity Sunday | 1st Sunday after Pentecost - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day An eternally loving triune God!
Proper 23 / Pentecost 21 / Ordinary Time 28 -- Job 23:1-9, 16-17, Hebrews 4:12-16, Mark 10:17-31 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Proper 23 | Ordinary Time 28 - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day Taking sin seriously. Collect of the Day
Lent 4 -- Numbers 21:4-9, Ephesians 2:1-10, John 3:14-21 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Fourth Sunday in Lent - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day
Lent 1 -- Genesis 9:8-17, 1 Peter 3:18-22, Mark 1:9-15 -- Mark Ellingsen -- First Sunday in Lent - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day
Epiphany 4 -- Deuteronomy 18:15-20, 1 Corinthians 8:1-13, Mark 1:21-28 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Epiphany 4 | Ordinary Time 4 - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day Prophetic authority. Collect of the Day
Proper 27 / Pentecost 24 / Ordinary Time 32 -- Ruth 3:1-5, 4:13-17, Hebrews 9:24-28, Mark 12:38-44 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Proper 27 | Ordinary Time 32 - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day Distributing our Lord's treasures.
Advent 4 -- 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16, Romans 16:25-27, Luke 1:26-38 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Fourth Sunday of Advent - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day Our Savior is coming! Collect of the Day
Proper 6 / Pentecost 3 / Ordinary Time 11 -- 1 Samuel 15:34--16:13, 2 Corinthians 5:6-10 (11-13) 14-17, Mark 4:26-34 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Proper 6 | Ordinary Time 11 - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day A way out of no way. Collect of the Day
Christmas Eve / Christmas Day -- Isaiah 9:2-7, Titus 2:11-14, Luke 2:1-14 (15-20) -- Mark Ellingsen -- The Nativity of our Lord - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day Why the Incarnation matters! Collect of the Day
Advent 2 -- Isaiah 40:1-11, 2 Peter 3:8-15a, Mark 1:1-8 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Second Sunday of Advent - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day
Epiphany 6 -- 2 Kings 5:1-14, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Mark 1:40-45 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Epiphany 6 | Ordinary Time 6 - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day God finds surprising ways to heal.
Proper 17 / Pentecost 14 / Ordinary Time 22 -- Song of Solomon 2:8-13, James 1:17-27, Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Proper 17 | Ordinary Time 22 - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day A love that changes lives. Collect of the Day
Pentecost Sunday -- Acts 2:1-21, Romans 8:22-27, John 15:26-27 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Day of Pentecost - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day
Proper 19 / Pentecost 16 / Ordinary Time 24 -- Proverbs 1:20-33, James 3:1-12, Mark 8:27-38 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Proper 19 | Ordinary Time 24 - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day Only by the grace of God. Collect of the Day
Proper 28 / Pentecost 25 / Ordinary Time 33 -- 1 Samuel 1:4-20, Hebrews 10:11-14 (15-18) 19-25, Mark 13:1-8 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Proper 28 | Ordinary Time 33 - B -- 2011
Theme of the Day
Proper 28 / Pentecost 26 / Ordinary Time 33 -- Judges 4:1-7, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, Matthew 25:14-30 -- Carlos Wilton -- Proper 28 | Ordinary Time 33 - A -- 2010
Theme For The Day Talents are meant to be used.
Proper 22 / Pentecost 20 / Ordinary Time 27 -- Exodus 20:1-4, 7-9, 12-20, Philippians 3:4b-14, Matthew 21:33-46 -- Carlos Wilton -- Proper 22 | Ordinary Time 27 - A -- 2010
Theme For The Day
Proper 26 / Pentecost 24 / Ordinary Time 31 -- Joshua 3:7-17, 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13, Matthew 23:1-12 -- Carlos Wilton -- Proper 26 | Ordinary Time 31 - A -- 2010
Theme For The Day Role-models are important to us in our life of faith.
Proper 27 / Pentecost 25 / Ordinary Time 32 -- Joshua 24:1-3a, 14-25, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 25:1-13 -- Carlos Wilton -- Proper 27 | Ordinary Time 32 - A -- 2010
Theme For The Day
Thanksgiving Day -- Deuteronomy 8:7-18, 2 Corinthians 9:6-15, Luke 17:11-19 -- Carlos Wilton -- Thanksgiving Day - A -- 2010
Theme For The Day Thanksgiving is not about entitlement.
All Saints -- Revelation 7:9-17, 1 John 3:1-3, Matthew 5:1-12 -- Carlos Wilton -- All Saints Day - A -- 2010
Theme For The Day The saints in heaven glory in an eternal sabbath.

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A Faith That Makes A Difference -- Acts 16:16-34 -- David E. Leininger -- Seventh Sunday of Easter - C -- 2009
This familiar account of the conversion of the Philippian jailer begins with Paul and Silas curing t
The Legacy Of Jesus -- John 14:8-17 (25-27) -- David E. Leininger -- Day of Pentecost - C -- 2009
A certain widow expected to inherit all her late husband's wealth.
It's All In The Perspective -- Psalm 8 -- David E. Leininger -- Trinity Sunday | 1st Sunday after Pentecost - C -- 2009
When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have se
Choosing A God -- 1 Kings 18:20-21 (22-29) 30-39 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 4 | Ordinary Time 9 - C -- 2009
For sheer drama, there is little in fact or fiction that can surpass the stories of Elijah in 1 King
Year-Round Christmas -- 1 Kings 17:1-24 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 5 | Ordinary Time 10 - C -- 2009
"When elephants fight, the grass suffers." So goes an old African proverb.1 The elephants in questio
The Forgiveness Business -- Luke 7:36--8:3 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 6 | Ordinary Time 11 - C -- 2009
It's a wonderful story. At least, it is to me. Others might not like it so well.
Lust -- Galatians 5:1, 13-25 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 8 | Ordinary Time 13 - C -- 2009
Remember the furor that arose a few years ago when Jimmy Carter was interviewed by Playboy ma
Greed -- 2 Kings 5:1-14 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - C -- 2009
Scripture offers a wealth (if I may use that term) of material about greed, about the love of money
The Good Samaritan -- Luke 10:25-37 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 10 | Ordinary Time 15 - C -- 2009
This is a familiar story.
A Tale Of Two Sisters -- Luke 10:38-42 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 11 | Ordinary Time 16 - C -- 2009
With a title like "A Tale Of Two Sisters," this should open with something like, "It was the best of
Trouble In The Parsonage -- Hosea 1:2-10 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 12 | Ordinary Time 17 - C -- 2009
There once was a retreat attended by the clergy of a community for the purpose of establishing suppo
A Fool And His Money -- Luke 12:13-21 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 13 | Ordinary Time 18 - C -- 2009
A fool and his money are soon parted, right?
Religion And Politics -- Isaiah 1:1, 10-20 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 14 | Ordinary Time 19 - C -- 2009
Religion and politics -- in years past we were told those were two subjects that were not good for p
Pax Christi Or Pox Christi? -- Luke 12:49-56 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 15 | Ordinary Time 20 - C -- 2009
This is not a favorite passage for preaching.
Repressive Religion -- Luke 13:10-17 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 16 | Ordinary Time 21 - C -- 2009
I wish it were not so, but it is. Religion can be horribly repressive sometimes.
Dinner Guests -- Luke 14:1, 7-14 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 17 | Ordinary Time 22 - C -- 2009
The lectionary uses verse 1 of Luke chapter 14 to set the scene: "When Jesus went to eat in the hous
A Place At The Table -- Philemon 1:1-21 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 18 | Ordinary Time 23 - C -- 2009
This comes under the category of "Flattery will get you everywhere." Or "You get more flies with hon
When Faith Faces Disaster -- Luke 15:1-10 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 19 | Ordinary Time 24 - C -- 2009
This text appears in the lectionary cycle just about the time of the America's remembrance of the Se
Would A Loving God Really Let Anyone Go To Hell? -- Luke 16:19-31 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 21 | Ordinary Time 26 - C -- 2009
This is a question to which almost all of those reading this book already have an answer.
Prayers For The President -- 1 Timothy 2:1-7 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 20 | Ordinary Time 25 - C -- 2009
I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for eve
Remember! -- Deuteronomy 26:1-11 -- David E. Leininger -- Thanksgiving Day - C -- 2009
Oft in the stilly night, Ere slumber's chain has bound me,
The Incomparable Christ -- Colossians 1:11-20 -- David E. Leininger -- Christ The King (Proper 29) - C -- 2009
Life was difficult. It always was for prisoners. There were meager rations and hard labor.
Rubble And Trouble -- Luke 21:5-19 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 28 | Ordinary Time 33 - C -- 2009
"Wars and revolutions, nation against nation, kingdom against kingdom, earthquakes, famines, and pes
A Religion That Shows -- Haggai 1:15b--2:9 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 27 | Ordinary Time 32 - C -- 2009
Some little girls went on a hike with their scout troop.
Dinner With Jesus -- Luke 19:1-10 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 26 | Ordinary Time 31 - C -- 2009
I used to wish I were tall. All the other children were bigger. They were stronger ... faster.

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Sundays after Epiphany -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Our Redeemer, how we need you. There's something unfinished within us that only you can complete.
Sundays after Epiphany -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
When we were younger, O God, we could easily tell the difference between right and wrong.
Sundays after Epiphany -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
O God, our Savior, we praise your name.
Sundays after Epiphany -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
In honesty, Eternal God, we confess that we have doubts about a way of life -- such as you revealed
Sundays after Epiphany -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We are here this morning, O God, for our world has failed us again.
Sundays after Epiphany -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
From the bleakness of our souls, O Lord, we turn to you.
Sundays after Epiphany -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Gracious Provider, we are embarrassed to admit that we've failed to say "Thank You," for the many go
Transfiguration -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
It must have been a dazzling moment for Jesus' inner circle to see the Master caught up in the compa
Transfiguration -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We thank you, O God our Creator, for being so attentive to our world and to us.
Ash Wednesday -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Gracious God, how grateful we are that you are available to us.
Ash Wednesday -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
O God, we thank you for the promise of springtime; for infant birds breaking out of their shells; fo
Ash Wednesday -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
It is not easy, heavenly Spirit, owning up to our mistakes -- honestly presenting ourselves to you w
Ash Wednesday -- Luke 23:34, 1 John 1:9 -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
You know our hearts, gracious God, how they carry guilt from the past.
Sundays in Lent -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
You, Holiest One, see us for the sinners we are, yet love us still.
Sundays in Lent -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Sometimes, O God our Creator, we seem so inadequate and so ineffective.
Sundays in Lent -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
O Creator, it isn't easy going back twenty centuries to a small desert-like province of the Roman Em
Palm / Passion Sunday -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We still gather along the streets, our Creator, to cheer our heroes -- be they military leaders, spo
Sundays in Lent -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We come before you, our heavenly King, grateful for the faith you've given us through your Son, Jesu
Sundays in Lent -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
O God, our Lord, you whose strength is unending, be with us when we falter in our faith.
Community Lenten Services -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
O glorious God, how grateful we are, as Christian friends in __________ (name of community), that we
Community Lenten Services -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We are grateful, God, for the opportunity of our community Lenten services.
Palm / Passion Sunday -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We wonder, O God, our King, what you felt on the day of your Son's triumphal entry.
Holy Thursday / Good Friday -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Eternal Spirit, we express our gratitude for the service that Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus perf
Easter Sunday -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Some of us, dear God, have celebrated Easter twenty, forty, sixty times or more -- and it has yet to
Holy Thursday / Good Friday -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
O Giver of Life, crucifixion in first century Israel was a grizzly business.

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Proper 12 / Pentecost 10 / Ordinary Time 17 -- Luke 11:1-13 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 12 | Ordinary Time 17 - C -- 2009
Lord, teach us to pray, as John taught his disciples. -- Luke 11:1b
Proper 13 / Pentecost 11 / Ordinary Time 18 -- Hosea 11:1-11 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 13 | Ordinary Time 18 - C -- 2009
When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son.
Proper 13 / Pentecost 11 / Ordinary Time 18 -- Psalm 107:1-9, 43 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 13 | Ordinary Time 18 - C -- 2009
For he satisfies the thirsty, and the hungry he fills with good things....
Proper 13 / Pentecost 11 / Ordinary Time 18 -- Colossians 3:1-11 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 13 | Ordinary Time 18 - C -- 2009
So if you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated a
Proper 13 / Pentecost 11 / Ordinary Time 18 -- Luke 12:13-21 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 13 | Ordinary Time 18 - C -- 2009
... for one's life does not consist in the abundance of possessions.
Proper 14 / Pentecost 12 / Ordinary Time 19 -- Isaiah 1:1, 10-20 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 14 | Ordinary Time 19 - C -- 2009
... even though you make many prayers, I will not listen; your hands are full of blood.
Proper 14 / Pentecost 12 / Ordinary Time 19 -- Psalm 50:1-8, 22-23 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 14 | Ordinary Time 19 - C -- 2009
Those who bring thanksgiving as their sacrifice honor me; to those who go the right way I will sh
Proper 14 / Pentecost 12 / Ordinary Time 19 -- Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 14 | Ordinary Time 19 - C -- 2009
Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.
Proper 14 / Pentecost 12 / Ordinary Time 19 -- Luke 12:32-40 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 14 | Ordinary Time 19 - C -- 2009
Make purses for yourselves that do not wear out, an unfailing treasure in heaven, where no thief
Proper 15 / Pentecost 13 / Ordinary Time 20 -- Isaiah 5:1-7 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 15 | Ordinary Time 20 - C -- 2009
For the vineyard of the Lord of hosts is the house of Israel, and the people of Judah are his ple
Proper 24 / Pentecost 22 / Ordinary Time 29 -- 2 Timothy 3:14--4:5 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 24 | Ordinary Time 29 - C -- 2009
All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for
Proper 26 / Pentecost 24 / Ordinary Time 31 -- Psalm 119:137-144 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 26 | Ordinary Time 31 - C -- 2009
Your decrees are righteous forever; give me understanding that I may live.
Proper 26 / Pentecost 24 / Ordinary Time 31 -- Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 26 | Ordinary Time 31 - C -- 2009
I will stand at my watchpost, and station myself on the rampart....
Proper 25 / Pentecost 23 / Ordinary Time 30 -- Luke 18:9-14 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - C -- 2009
God, I thank you that I am not like other people.... -- Luke 18:11b
Proper 25 / Pentecost 23 / Ordinary Time 30 -- 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - C -- 2009
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
Proper 25 / Pentecost 23 / Ordinary Time 30 -- 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - C -- 2009
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
Proper 25 / Pentecost 23 / Ordinary Time 30 -- Joel 2:23-32 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - C -- 2009
... I will pour out my spirit on all flesh.... -- Joel 2:28a
Proper 24 / Pentecost 22 / Ordinary Time 29 -- Luke 18:1-8 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 24 | Ordinary Time 29 - C -- 2009
Then Jesus told them a parable about their need to pray always and not to lose heart.
Proper 23 / Pentecost 21 / Ordinary Time 28 -- Luke 17:11-19 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 23 | Ordinary Time 28 - C -- 2009
He prostrated himself at Jesus' feet and thanked him. And he was a Samaritan.
Proper 23 / Pentecost 21 / Ordinary Time 28 -- Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 23 | Ordinary Time 28 - C -- 2009
But seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its be
Proper 23 / Ordinary Time 28 -- Psalm 66:1-12 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 23 | Ordinary Time 28 - C -- 2009
Come and see what God has done: he is awesome in his deeds among mortals.
Proper 23 / Pentecost 21 / Ordinary Time 28 -- 2 Timothy 2:8-15 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 23 | Ordinary Time 28 - C -- 2009
Remind them of this, and warn them before God that they are to avoid wrangling over words, which
Proper 26 / Pentecost 24 / Ordinary Time 31 -- 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 26 | Ordinary Time 31 - C -- 2009
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Proper 24 / Pentecost 22 / Ordinary Time 29 -- Jeremiah 31:27-34 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 24 | Ordinary Time 29 - C -- 2009
The days are surely coming, says the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the house of Isra
Proper 24 / Pentecost 22 / Ordinary Time 29 -- Psalm 119:97-104 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 24 | Ordinary Time 29 - C -- 2009
Oh, how I love your law! It is my meditation all day long. -- Psalm 119:97

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Sunday of the Passion -- Mark 14:1--15:47 -- Andrew Daughters -- Passion Sunday - B -- 1990
In the shadows of the gardenkneels the darker shadow yetof a man upon his knees
Pentecost -- John 7:37-39a -- Andrew Daughters -- Day of Pentecost - B -- 1990
Holy Spirit, Living Water,flowing from the Father’s throne,
Pentecost -- John 20:19-23 -- Andrew Daughters -- Day of Pentecost - B -- 1990
Jesus said to his apostles,'Peace be with you, peace.
Proper 21 -- Mark 9:38-50 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 21 | Ordinary Time 26 - B -- 1990
The apostles were not very happy one day,the result of what they saw as danger,
Proper 12 -- John 6:1-15 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 12 | Ordinary Time 17 - B -- 1990
Mother, you could never guess.It’s a miracle, no less.
Proper 13 -- John 6:24-35 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 13 | Ordinary Time 18 - B -- 1990
When the Israelites wandered for yearsin the wilderness, haunted by fears,
Advent 4 -- Luke 1:26-38 -- Andrew Daughters -- Fourth Sunday of Advent - B -- 1990
Ann’s daughter, Mary,had a great vision:a messenger angel,bearing a promise.
Proper 14 -- John 6:35, 41-51 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 14 | Ordinary Time 19 - B -- 1990
Questions, questions, always questions,Most of them begin with, 'How?'
Proper 15 -- John 6:51-58 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 15 | Ordinary Time 20 - B -- 1990
Lord, you just don’t make it easywhen you say to follow you,
Proper 16 -- John 6:55-69 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 16 | Ordinary Time 21 - B -- 1990
Many folks had left the Lordwhen his mighty claim they heard:
Proper 17 -- Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 17 | Ordinary Time 22 - B -- 1990
Lord, there are times you threaten meas I think what you know
Proper 18 -- Mark 7:31-37 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 18 | Ordinary Time 23 - B -- 1990
Lord, we all have a measure of deafness,though our ears may perform very well
Proper 19 -- Mark 8:27-38 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 19 | Ordinary Time 24 - B -- 1990
Hello, my friend, you really look downwith your back all bent and face in a frown.
Proper 20 -- Mark 9:30-37 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 20 | Ordinary Time 25 - B -- 1990
When I think of the child who was held that day,held in the arms of the Lord,
Proper 4 -- Mark 2:23--3:6 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 4 | Ordinary Time 9 - B -- 1990
So many laws, ancient and modern,All are important, someone is sure.
Proper 22 -- Mark 10:2-16 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 22 | Ordinary Time 27 - B -- 1990
How right he was when Jesus said,'The two shall be as one,'
Proper 23 -- Mark 10:17-30 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 23 | Ordinary Time 28 - B -- 1990
Lord, I almost wish you hadn’tsaid the words you said that day,
All Saints' Day -- John 11:32-44 -- Andrew Daughters -- All Saints Day - B -- 1990
'Jesus wept.' Had he not heardthat big boys never cry?
Proper 24 -- Mark 10:35-45 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 24 | Ordinary Time 29 - B -- 1990
James and John were fishermen,the sons of Zebedee.
Proper 25 -- Mark 10:46-52 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1990
Blind Bartimaeus, hearing Jesus pass,let out a shout,'You Son of David, pity me
Proper 26 -- Mark 12:28-37 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 26 | Ordinary Time 31 - B -- 1990
Love God and love your neighbor.'How simple it would seem
Proper 27 -- Mark 12:38-44 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 27 | Ordinary Time 32 - B -- 1990
Of the people who came to the temple, there were many whose vesture was grand.
Pentecost 26 -- Mark 13:1-13 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 28 | Ordinary Time 33 - B -- 1990
The time of God and that of manare very different things,
Proper 28 -- Mark 13:24-32 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 28 | Ordinary Time 33 - B -- 1990
Who knows when it will happenthat the end of time will come?
Proper 5 -- Mark 3:20-35 -- Andrew Daughters -- Proper 5 | Ordinary Time 10 - B -- 1990
Jesus said, 'A house dividedcannot stand. It soon must fall.

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The Cost Of Discipleship -- Luke 14:25-33 -- 2004
One of the undeniable marks of a great leader is that he makes his expectations very clear.
Matthew: When Others Reject You -- Matthew 9:9-13 -- 2004
A few years ago, I had an unusual thing happen in my church.
Thomas: The Disciple From Missouri -- John 20:24-29 -- 2004
In the Broadway play, My Fair Lady, Eliza Doolittle sings "Don't talk of stars burning above,
Nathanael: Do You Need An Alias? -- John 1:43-51; 21:2 -- 2004
Several years ago, we were on a short vacation and went to one of the theme parks.
James: The Unknown Disciple -- Matthew 10:3 -- 2004
It is fascinating to visit some of our historical landmarks in Washington, D.C., like the Lincoln Me
Peter: Taking The First Step -- Matthew 14:22-32 -- 2004
Recently, I had a very important meeting with my brother at The Ballpark in Arlington.
Thaddaeus: A Rose By Any Other Name -- John 14:19-24 -- 2004
One evening when the Archbishop of Canterbury, George Carey, was here, he wanted to get a Texas stea
Simon: The Daring Gamble -- Luke 6:15 -- 2004
Charles was a mover and shaker at one time in Washington, D. C.
Philip: Look Before You Leap -- John 1:43-51 -- 2004
I know of an incident that happened a few years ago in New York City.
Walking Your Talk -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners
The Secret Of The Right Attitude -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
O Lord, my God, in You I take refuge; save me from all my pursuers, and deliver me ...
How Majestic Is Thy Name -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is thy name in all the earth!
The Shepherd King -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
Turning Griping Into Gratitude -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
You turned my wailing into dancing; you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, that my hea
This Fax Is For You -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
The Lord is my light and my salvation -- whom shall I fear? -- Psalm 27:1
Longing For God -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
As a deer longs for flowing streams, so my soul longs for you, O God.
God Is Our Refuge And Strength -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Clean Hearts And Renewed Spirits -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me.
It Is High Time -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
Shout with joy to God, all the earth! Sing glory to his name; make his praise glorious!
That The Next Generation Might Know -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
He (God) decreed statutes for Jacob and established the law in Israel, which he commanded our for
The Bread Of Life -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
They forgot what he had done, the wonders he had shown them.
From Attractive Distractions To Singing God's Steadfast Love -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
I will sing of your steadfast love, O LORD, forever; with my mouth I will proclaim your faithfuln
When The World Oppresses You -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
LORD, thou hast been our dwelling place in all generations.
My Protector -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
You who live in the shelter of the Most High, who abide in the shadow of the Almighty, will say t
Sing To The Lord A New Song -- Ron Lavin -- 2000
Sing to the LORD a new song, for he has done marvelous things; his right hand and his holy arm ha

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The Lot Fell On Matthias -- Acts 1:15-17, 21-26< -- Robert F. Scott -- 1996
In the film, The Silence, a young Mennonite farmer is chosen by lot to be the minister in his congre
Cornelius: Man Of Decision -- Acts 10:1-11:3 -- Robert F. Scott -- 1996
Jesus instructed his apostles to take the Gospel into all the world.
Demetrius: Business Is Business -- Acts 19:1-20:1 -- Robert F. Scott -- 1996
The scroll is worn and old; worms have taken a word here and there; the Greek is the Greek of the ma
Mark: A Second Chance -- Luke 15:4-7 -- Robert F. Scott -- 1996
Place yourself, for a moment, in ancient Rome: not in the Forum or a palace or the Colosseum - that
God's Great Trumpet Call -- Romans 1:1, 7, 15-16; 3:23; 5:1, 6-11; 8:1; 16:1-2 -- Robert F. Scott -- 1996
In a house in ancient Corinth, eight men and a woman sit on low cushions, all their attention rivete
Mary of Bethany: My Radical Sister -- Luke 10:38-42 -- Robert F. Scott -- 1996
"Martha, your work must be punished and counted as naught ...
Joseph Of Arimathea: Closet Christian -- John 19:38-42 -- Robert F. Scott -- 1996
In Glastonbury, England, some curious hawthorn bushes flower twice a year.
Which, Simon: A Boat Or A Life? -- Luke 5:1-11 -- Robert F. Scott -- 1996
Every child in church school knows of Jesus' call to Simon and Andrew, James and John to become "fis
Joseph Ponders -- Matthew 1:18-25 -- Edward G. Hunter -- 1994
It is in the early hours of that first Christmas morn.
Melchior Reminisces -- Matthew 2:1-12 -- Edward G. Hunter -- 1994
My name is Melchior.
Third Sunday In Lent -- Joe Barone -- 1993
ORDER OF SERVICEPreludeCall To Worship (Responsive)
Easter Sunday -- Joe Barone -- 1993
ORDER OF SERVICEPreludeCall To Worship (Responsive)
First Sunday In Lent -- Joe Barone -- 1993
ORDER OF SERVICEPreludeCall To Worship (Responsive)
Second Sunday In Lent -- Joe Barone -- 1993
ORDER OF SERVICEPreludeCall To Worship (Responsive)
Passion/Palm Sunday -- Joe Barone -- 1993
ORDER OF SERVICEPreludeCall To Worship (Responsive)
Fifth Sunday In Lent -- Joe Barone -- 1993
ORDER OF SERVICEPreludeCall To Worship (Responsive)
Fourth Sunday In Lent -- Joe Barone -- 1993
ORDER OF SERVICEPreludeCall To Worship (Responsive)

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Where Do You Think You Are? -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
A well-known gangster burglar died and in the next world found things to be very pleasant.
Crackers And Cheese -- Psalm 103:2-5 -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
An old story often told but without much application was the one about a poor immigrant coming to Am
Who Was Lost? -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
In the Bible story of Jesus at the age of twelve, several unusual things happened.
Now Consider Seeds 3,000 Years Old! -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
Scientists were given seeds discovered when tombs of ancient kings of Egypt were opened.
Something That Doesn't Like A Wall -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
An outstanding Christian layman, Branch Rickey, once owned a major league baseball team.
Masada -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
King Herod I of Israel was a fearful man.
The Backhoe Operator -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
You may have seen a backhoe in operation.
The County Extension Agent -- He's For Change -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
Because of our years in the ministry in town and rural communities we became well acquainted with th
The Erector Set -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
The late United Methodist Bishop, F.
Redemption Is For Dedicated Buildings, Too! -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
In the 1950s, Graham Local School District came into being in rural Champaign County, Ohio.
Tragedy Redeemed -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
It was sheer tragedy!
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
A young boy living in New York City was reluctantly taking piano lessons.
What A Beautiful Pearl! -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
You know how irritation can upset a person.
The Man In An Old Corduroy Coat -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
The telephone rang in a noted surgeon's home on the outskirts of a large city.
We Thought We Heard The Angels Sing -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
One of the miracle stories of World War II involved seven servicemen whose Flying Fortress plane wen
Hurricane Andrew And Havoc -- Matthew 7:24-27, Numbers 32:23 -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
When Hurricane Andrew came to Florida to wreak havoc on the residents and buildings, the people had
Who Was Mad Rhoda? -- Acts 12:13 -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
The Bible story begins with Simon Peter in prison for his preaching Christ, and some Christians gath
The Rocks Cry Out -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
When early archeological explorations began a century ago in the Holy Land, there was some apprehens
The Great Stone Face -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
A boy named Ernest, who grew up within sight of this famous mountain near Franconia Notch, New Hamps
Streams In The Desert -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
Not only did Isaiah give us a beautiful metaphor of how God's Kingdom can flourish in the desert pla
The First UFO -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
Some people think that UFOs are twentieth century phenomena, possible aliens invading our planet.
"God Owns My Business" -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
These words of Stanley Tam, Lima, Ohio, mystify some people.
Lindy Did It! -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
In May 1927, the primitive radios and the newspapers came alive with news that where others with mor
It's A Myth! -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
A prominent citizen of a central Ohio community retired, and then spent a year visiting homes of cit
This Old House -- Don R. Yocom -- 2000
Not all Senior Citizens are pessimists.

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An Island In A Sea Of Hate -- John 19:26-27 -- Bill Thomas -- 2008
When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple whom he loved standing beside her, he said to his moth
A Last-Minute Reprieve -- Luke 23:39-43 -- Bill Thomas -- 2008
One of the criminals who were hanged there kept deriding him and saying, "Are you not the Messiah
Cry Of The Forsaken -- Mark 15:33-34 -- Bill Thomas -- 2008
When it was noon, darkness came over the whole land until three in the afternoon.
Humanity Revealed -- John 19:28-29 -- Bill Thomas -- 2008
After this, when Jesus knew that all was now finished, he said (in order to fulfill the scripture
A Voice Of Triumph -- Luke 23:44-46, John 19:30 -- Bill Thomas -- 2008
It was now about noon, and darkness came over the whole land until three in the afternoon, while
Jesus: The Teacher -- Matthew 13:16-17 -- Bill Thomas -- 2008
But blessed are your eyes, for they see, and your ears, for they hear.
Jesus: The Preacher -- Luke 4:18-19 -- Bill Thomas -- 2008
The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor.
Jesus: The Miracle Worker -- John 11:40 -- Bill Thomas -- 2008
Jesus said to her, "Did I not tell you that if you believed, you would see the glory of God?"
Jesus: The Outraged -- Mark 11:15-17 -- Bill Thomas -- 2008
Then they came to Jerusalem.
Jesus: The Servant Of All -- John 13:14-17 -- Bill Thomas -- 2008
So if I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet.
Jesus: The Sacrificed -- John 19:16-18 -- Bill Thomas -- 2008
Then he handed him over to them to be crucified.
Jesus: The Savior -- John 20:17-18 -- Bill Thomas -- 2008
Jesus said to her, "Do not hold on to me, because I have not yet ascended to the Father.
Hope Can Be Moving -- John 5:1-9 -- Forrest E. Chaffee -- 2005
After this there was a festival of the Jews, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem.
Life Is Change -- Hebrews 13:8, Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, John 14:1-7 -- Steven Molin -- 2005
Pastor Mervin Thompson said it best.
Dealing With The Changes Of Growing Up -- Colossians 3:20-21, Luke 15:11-32 -- Steven Molin -- 2005
"We are fearfully and wonderfully made!" So say Dr.
Dealing With The Changes Of Growing Older -- Luke 2:22, 25-33, 36-38 -- Steven Molin -- 2005
Henri Nouwen writes in Sabbatical Journey: The Diary of His Final Year:
Change Happens When Families Grow -- Genesis 2:24 -- Steven Molin -- 2005
Imagine the different ways that families can increase in size:
Change Happens When Families Decrease In Size -- John 11:1-44 -- Steven Molin -- 2005
Three stories of grief:
Changing Cities, Changing Jobs, Changing Churches -- Matthew 6:31-32, Ruth 1:6-18 -- Steven Molin -- 2005
The joke goes something like this; After a shipwreck, a man was stranded on a deserted island for 22
As The World Turns: Changes In Our Culture -- Psalm 46 -- Steven Molin -- 2005
Every generation has its transitions.
The Future! -- Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 139 -- Steven Molin -- 2005
"Jesus Christ is the same; yesterday, today, and forever." With those words of the Apostle Paul, we
I Believe; Help My Unbelief -- Ron Lavin -- 2001
Immediately after his transfiguration, Jesus came down from the mountain and was faced with a proble
Hebrew Thinking And The Question Of The Trinity -- Ron Lavin -- 2001
As a parish pastor, one of the questions I was frequently asked was, "How can God be one and yet thr
I Believe In God The Father Almighty -- Ron Lavin -- 2001
Is the world really ruled by a loving Father as we confess in the Apostles' Creed or is this notion
I Believe In God The Father Almighty, Creator Of Heaven And Earth -- Ron Lavin -- 2001
In the last chapter we looked at the amazing personal relationship we have with the heavenly Father.

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Jesus And Zacchaeus -- Robert Lakey -- 2005
CharactersNarratorMan 1Man 2Man 3
Jesus And Nicodemus -- Robert Lakey -- 2005
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Jesus And The Woman At The Well -- Robert Lakey -- 2005
CharactersNarratorJesusDiscipleWoman
Jesus And Peter's Confession -- Robert Lakey -- 2005
CharactersNarratorJamesJohnPeter
Jesus And The Transfiguration -- Robert Lakey -- 2005
CharactersNarratorJohnPeterJames
Jesus And The Wise Men -- Robert Lakey -- 2005
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Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also -- Matthew 6:21 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also
When the ox is in the ditch -- Luke 14:5 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: When the ox is in the ditch Location: Luke 14:5
Whatever you do, do it the best you can -- Ecclesiastes 9:10 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Whatever you do, do it the best you can
We came in with nothing -- 1 Timothy 6:7 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: We came in with nothing Location: 1 Timothy 6:7
Wash my hands of the whole thing -- Matthew 27:24 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Wash my hands of the whole thing
Vengeance is the Lord's -- Romans 12:19 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Vengeance is the Lord's Location: Romans 12:19
Vanity, all is vanity -- Ecclesiastes 1:2 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Vanity, all is vanity Location: Ecclesiastes 1:2
A two-edged sword -- Revelation 1:16 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: A two-edged sword Location: Revelation 1:16
There is no peace for the wicked -- Isaiah 48:22 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: There is no peace for the wicked Location: Isaiah 48:22
A still small voice -- 1 Kings 19:11-12 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: A still small voice Location: 1 Kings 19:11-12
The straight and narrow -- Matthew 7:13-14 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: The straight and narrow Location: Matthew 7:13-14
Strain at a gnat and swallow a camel -- Matthew 23:24 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Strain at a gnat and swallow a camel
A stumbling block -- Ezekiel 3:20 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: A stumbling block Location: Ezekiel 3:20
Sweeter than honey -- Psalm 19:10 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Sweeter than honey Location: Psalm 19:10
Take it to heart -- Isaiah 57:1 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Take it to heart Location: Isaiah 57:1 (NRSV)
Take under one's wing -- Luke 13:34 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Take under one's wing Location: Luke 13:34
Teeth set on edge -- Jeremiah 31:29-30 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Teeth set on edge Location: Jeremiah 31:29-30
There is no God -- Psalm 14:1 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: There is no God Location: Psalm 14:1
A thorn in the flesh -- 2 Corinthians 12:7 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: A thorn in the flesh Location: 2 Corinthians 12:7
Turn the other cheek -- Matthew 5:39 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Turn the other cheek Location: Matthew 5:39
To every thing there is a season -- Ecclesiastes 3:1 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: To every thing there is a season
To be all things to all people -- 1 Corinthians 9:22 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: To be all things to all people
Till death do us part -- Ruth 1:16-17 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Till death do us part Location: Ruth 1:16-17
There is nothing new under the sun -- Ecclesiastes 1:9 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: There is nothing new under the sun
There is none righteous, no, not one -- Romans 3:9-10 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: There is none righteous, no, not one

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The Village Shepherd

Kit

Janice B. Scott
Call to Worship:
The man born blind told the Pharisees, "One thing I know, that though I was blind, now I see." In our worship today let us ask Jesus to help us see.

Invitation to Confession:
Jesus, sometimes I prefer not to see.
Lord, have mercy.
Jesus, sometimes I pretend not to see.
Christ, have mercy.
Jesus, sometimes I am not brave enough to see.
Lord, have mercy.

Reading:
John 9:1-41 (NRSV)

StoryShare

Sandra Herrmann
C. David Mckirachan
Contents
"The Christian Liar" by Sandra Herrmann
"But We Smell" by C. David McKirachan


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The Christian Liar
by Sandra Herrmann
1 Samuel 16:1-13
Keith Wagner
Contents
"Miracles of Sight" by Keith Wagner
"Trusting God in the Darkness" by Keith Wagner


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Miracles of Sight
by Keith Wagner
John 9:1-41

SermonStudio

David O. Bales
Josiah Harlan was the first American to enter Afghanistan. He did so as a doctor with British Forces. We're not talking about the 1990s, but the 1830s. Harlan was a brilliant, self-absorbed adventurer who'd read a few medical books and passed a cursory exam to be an army surgeon. He later attempted to become an Afghan prince, leading his own army.
Frank Luchsinger
Pleasing the teacher. Paul writes to the Ephesians, "Try to learn what is pleasing to the Lord." Try to learn what is pleasing to the Good Shepherd, the Savior King, the Holy One, the Son of David, the Good Teacher/Rabbi. Sprinkled throughout the Gospels nearly seventy times, Jesus is referred to as rabbi or teacher. It is striking that in the garden as Mary encounters the risen Lord and he speaks her name, she responds, "Rab-eo'ni!" which means teacher. So Jesus, for many, was the good teacher, the good rabbi. And most of us gathered here know what it is to have a good teacher.
Richard E. Gribble, CSC
Once upon a time in a far-off land there lived a wise but old king. This monarch was very much beloved by his people, but alas he had no children, no heir to the throne. Because he did not want his kingdom to fall into the wrong hands after his death, the king decided to choose his own successor before he died. He had lived a long life and had done much reflection. He thought he knew what had gotten him to where he was and more importantly what would get his kingdom where it needed to be in the future.
Robert J. Elder
Not all the water in the rough rude sea
Can wash the balm from an anointed king.

- Richard II, William Shakespeare

How long will you grieve over Saul? I have rejected him from being king over Israel. Fill your horn with oil and set out.

Harry N. Huxhold
Sidney Sheldon repeatedly has given us evidence of his remarkable gift for weaving tales of the bizarre behavior of humanity bent on satisfying the self. His novel Tell Me Your Dreams involves a reach into what creates serious complications within the human mind and heart. David Singer, a young lawyer, is in conversation with Dr. Royce Salem, a psychiatrist. The case they are discussing is the person of a suspected serial killer, a client whom the lawyer is defending. Dr.
Richard E. Gribble, CSC
Anne Mansfield Sullivan was a miracle worker who overcame obstacles in seeking to assist others. Partially blind from birth, she managed to overcome this handicap and graduated from the prestigious Perkins School for the Blind in Boston. The miracle of Anne Sullivan's life, however, had very little to do with her own handicap, but it had everything to do with the multiple handicaps of a young girl. The miracle began to be manifest on March 2, 1887, when twenty--year--old Anne Mansfield Sullivan met six--year--old Helen Keller.
Dallas A. Brauninger
First Lesson: 1 Samuel 16:1-13
Theme: Looking On The Heart

Call To Worship
Leader: What would happen if we looked not only at the professional stature, economic standing, or physical being of those we meet?
People: What would happen if we were to greet others by looking on the heart?
Leader: If we did not look at the outward appearance, past history, or patterns of shortcoming?
People: If we were to weigh the threads of promise beginning to shape the fabric of a person?
All: Let us focus on the signs the heart offers.

Collect
Beverly S. Bailey
Hymns
God Of The Prophets (NCH358)
Gentle Shepherd (CBH352)
The Lord's My Shepherd (PH170, UM136, CBH578)
The King Of Love (PH171, UM138, CBH170)
My Shepherd Will Supply My Need (PH172, CBH589)
Savior, Like A Shepherd Lead Us (PH387, CBH355, UM381)
He Leadeth Me (UM128, CBH599)
Shepherd Me, O God (CBH519)
This Little Light Of Mine (CBH401, UM585)
Amazing Grace (PH280, UM378)
All Who Love And Serve Your City (PH413, UM433)

Emphasis Preaching Journal

The connection between sight and belief in Christianity is as old as the insistence of Thomas to see and touch Jesus' wounds in order to believe the wild story of his colleagues. Yet sight and faith might even be diametrically opposed to each other.
David Coffin
A group of younger workers are seated next to one another at a workplace where they have to deal with the public both person-to-person and over the telephone. They are having difficulty dealing with clients and customers who are older than they are in terms of communication skills, etiquette, and basic manners. These workers console one another once the older clients leave the office by criticizing the older people and trying to avoid them the next time. In the next office sits an older worker who is of the generation these younger workers are trying to avoid.

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Good morning, boys and girls. I brought with me a very beautiful flower in a flowerpot. (have the can covering the flower) Unfortunately, my flower is having a hard time growing. When I checked it last night it wasn't looking very healthy. Each night I remove the can and give the flower a good drink but it seems to be getting worse. I brought the flower with me this morning so that you could help me. Do you have any ideas for ways to make my flower grow again? (let them answer)
Good morning, boys and girls. Is there anyone here who is perfect? (let them answer) I have a friend who uses this cane. Do you know why he uses this kind of cane? (let them answer) That's right, he's blind. Do you think he is perfect? (let them answer)

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