Preaching And Worshiping In Advent Christmas And Epiphany


Preaching And Worshiping In Advent Christmas And Epiphany
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Preaching And Worshiping In Advent Christmas And Epiphany Ebook Epub


Preaching And Worshiping In Advent Christmas And Epiphany Ebook Epub
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Author : Abingdon
language : en
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Release Date : 2011-09-01

Preaching And Worshiping In Advent Christmas And Epiphany Ebook Epub written by Abingdon and has been published by Abingdon Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-09-01 with Religion categories.


This helpful one-volume commentary resource provides brief preaching commentaries and prayers for worship for the first Sunday in Advent through Epiphany of the Lord (Years A, B, and C). This book includes: lectionary readings for each Sunday and Holy Day in the season; three sermon briefs for each Sunday in Advent and the Sunday after Christmas; sermon briefs for Christmas, Christmas Eve, and the Day of Epiphany; creative prayers for each Sunday and Holy Day in the season; scripture index.



Sermons For The Seasons Of Advent Christmas And The Epiphany


Sermons For The Seasons Of Advent Christmas And The Epiphany
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Author : George Robert Gleig
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1844

Sermons For The Seasons Of Advent Christmas And The Epiphany written by George Robert Gleig and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1844 with Advent sermons categories.




Long Time Coming


Long Time Coming
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Author : Stephen M. Crotts
language : en
Publisher: CSS Publishing
Release Date : 2001

Long Time Coming written by Stephen M. Crotts and has been published by CSS Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Religion categories.


In Long Time Coming! Stephen Crotts proclaims the richness of Jesus' birth. Noting that the Lord always tells us ahead of time what he is about to do, his fourteen sermons based on Old Testament lectionary texts examine how God foretold in Isaiah's prophetic ministry that he would save and redeem humankind. Book jacket.



To Nativity And Beyond


To Nativity And Beyond
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Author : David Sinclair
language : en
Publisher: Saint Andrew Press
Release Date : 2016-09-23

To Nativity And Beyond written by David Sinclair and has been published by Saint Andrew Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-09-23 with Religion categories.


Packed with practical ideas and original, ready-to-use seasonal material, this volume will be widely welcomed by hard-pressed ministers and worship leaders looking for fresh inspiration at a time of the year when there are always extra services to plan and as they seek new ways of enabling the familiar Christmas stories to be heard afresh amid the commercial frenzy.From the beginning of Advent right through to Epiphany, this volume offers: • Reflective introductions to the distinctive biblical emphases of each of the seasons • Responsive gathering and opening prayers • Interactive prayers of thanksgiving • Seasonally themed intercessions • Children’s addresses and activities • Sermon helps, scriptural meditations and reflections • New seasonal prayers of consecration for communion • Simple seasonal ceremonies, such as for lighting the Advent wreath



It S News To Me


It S News To Me
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Author : Linda Schiphorst McCoy
language : en
Publisher: CSS Publishing
Release Date : 2001

It S News To Me written by Linda Schiphorst McCoy and has been published by CSS Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Religion categories.


All too often, many people find traditional worship dull and the sermons they hear impractical for living in today's world. Yet Linda McCoy is convinced that the message of God's unconditional love is the most vital word for life anyone can receive -- especially those who have never heard or truly experienced it. Her inspiring sermons share that message of hope with modern Americans by bridging the gap between the sacred and the secular. As the fruit of her non-traditional ministry directed toward those who have never been part of a church or who have been "turned off" or "disenfranchised" by the established church, McCoy's short, to-the-point messages effectively and relevantly communicate the good news to anyone who is searching for an experience of the Divine. Readers of these sermons will be connected to a deep sense of purpose and enriched by God's amazing love and grace. Sermon titles include: - Prepare For Arrival (Matthew 3:1-12) - The Power Of A Dream (Matthew 2:13-23) - Positive Identification (John 1:29-42) - Building Bridges (Matthew 5:21-37) - It's A Mystery (Matthew 17:1-9) Linda Schiphorst McCoy has been the pastor of The Garden (a Blossom of St. Luke's United Methodist Church) in Indianapolis since 1995, and from 1982-1995 served as associate pastor at St. Luke's. McCoy earned degrees in French (B.A.) and Education (M.S.) from Indiana University, and received her theological training from Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis (M.Div.) and United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio (D.Min.).



And Then Came The Angel


And Then Came The Angel
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Author : William B. Kincaid
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1998

And Then Came The Angel written by William B. Kincaid and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with Advent sermons categories.


I have heard Bill Kincaid preach. After reading this book of sermons I am of the opinion that he has defied the axiom that sermons that preach well don't read well, and sermons that read well don't preach well. The sermons in this volume read well and at the same time make me wish I had preached them. They... will stimulate new thinking about the meaning and significance of Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany. As a pastor I often ask myself what "new" thing can be said about them. These sermons answer that question with a contagious power that will make anyone who loves preaching look forward to the chance to preach during the first seasons of the church year. Jan G. Lin Professor, Lexington Theological Seminary Author of What Ministers Wish Church Members Knew, Living Inside Out, and The Jesus Connection The biblical texts of these sermons are familiar, but don't expect the same tired old treatment of them. Kincaid brings freshness to these lessons and produces sermons that are powerful and insightful... a wonderful blend of scholarship and spirituality. Read them and learn. Read them and worship. Gary W. Kidwell Editor, Biblical Preaching Journal Vice President, Board of Church Extension (Disciples Of Christ) Sermon titles include: How Unexpected Can Christmas Be? (Matthew 24:36-44) Room for Questions (Matthew 11:2-11) Been There, Done That (Matthew 2:13-23) You May Have to Die First (John 1:29-42) How Much Sin Is Too Much? (Matthew 5:13-20) How Long Should We Stay? (Matthew 17:1-9) William B. Kincaid III serves as minister of Woodland Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Lexington, Kentucky. He holds degrees from the University of Kentucky and Lexington Theological Seminary. Rev. Kincaid's sermons, stories, and articles have appeared in Biblical Preaching Journal, The Christian Ministry, and Lectionary Homiletics.



Praying For A Whole New World


Praying For A Whole New World
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Author : William G. Carter
language : en
Publisher: CSS Publishing
Release Date : 2000

Praying For A Whole New World written by William G. Carter and has been published by CSS Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Religion categories.


A history professor told me that the earliest Protestants in America discouraged the celebration of Christmas. "It's too much fun," the Puritans reasoned, "and the Gospel of Jesus Christ requires our utmost seriousness." -- from the Introduction At a time of year which is often as stressful and exhausting as it is exhilarating, William Carter reminds us that while holiday celebrations will fade into winter gloom, Jesus Christ, the light that casts no shadow, remains at the center of our faith and lives. This collection of seventeen sermons based on the Revised Common Lectionary is for readers who wish to take the gospel seriously during a season when commercialism and social activities can be overwhelming. Carter's messages provide a wonderful interplay between the biblical text and illustrations drawn from contemporary life. He brings the sensibilities of an accomplished jazz musician to the lectionary readings, creating new melodies that arise from the established material -- some in counterpoint to the scripture, others elaborating upon the original tune. The sermons of this outstanding preacher are inspiring reading for both clergy and laypeople! Senior pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania, William G. Carter has received national recognition for his preaching and writing, with sermons and articles appearing in Journal for Preachers, Presbyterian Survey, Preaching, Lectionary Homiletics, The Christian Ministry, and Best Sermons 7. In 1999, he was selected to preach on The Protestant Hour, an international radio ministry that reaches over two million listeners each week. He frequently leads workshops for pastors on homiletical themes and practices. A graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary, Carter serves on the seminary's board of trustees. Reverend Carter is also a highly regarded jazz pianist who has studied and performed with such noted artists as Phil Woods and Bob Brookmeyer. He has traveled widely presenting contemporary worship services and frequently weaves his music into his ministry.



Responding To The Light


Responding To The Light
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Author : Michael Mayne
language : en
Publisher: Canterbury Press
Release Date : 2017-09-28

Responding To The Light written by Michael Mayne and has been published by Canterbury Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-09-28 with Religion categories.


Responding to the Light draws together a collection of profound and beautiful seasonal reflections from the beginning of Advent to the end of Epiphany, by one of the finest voices in Anglican spirituality. Michael Mayne was one of Anglicanism’s most compelling and attractive voices, a gifted preacher and writer whose works have remained popular. These unpublished writings come from a large archive and are offered as an inspirational resource for preaching at a time of the year when many preachers seek fresh ways of opening up familiar texts. They are also suitable for individual devotional reading. Mark Oakley provides a foreword to the collection.



Holy E Mail


Holy E Mail
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Author : Dallas A. Brauninger
language : en
Publisher: CSS Publishing
Release Date : 2001

Holy E Mail written by Dallas A. Brauninger and has been published by CSS Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Religion categories.


Many modern Christians yearn for a deeper spiritual life, a relevant relationship with a God who still matters and who thinks we still matter. However, Dallas Brauninger tells us, we are not good at listening and talking with God. What we are good at is hurling questions at the Almighty -- and Brauninger says that questions are what we are all about if we are to continue to grow spiritually. And so is confession. We doubt. We fear. We stretch to the limits of our patience. We wonder if tenacity will prevail or if we will sink. We have moments of bliss and ponder anew the mystery of God. We wonder and grieve about the world. Brauninger believes that question and confession are two forms of our prayer -- and for many of us, these conversations with God are as brief and instant as an e-mail. In Holy E-Mail, she inventively casts fourteen sermons based on Cycle A lectionary epistle texts in the form of extended e-mail messages to God. It's as if congregations and pastors were privy to someone's private ponderings that reflect our own spiritual roaming. This volume is not only a creative resource for preachers; it's also directed to the everyday person in the pew. Crafted to help hearers connect with God and each other, these sermons address universal queries of the human soul. By uniting sermon with prayer, they're excellent for use as readings for personal meditation. Brauninger takes the reader on a spiritual journey from the beginning of Advent through the Transfiguration of our Lord.... This book offers much food for thought as you prepare sermons... not only will your mind be stretched, your soul will be inspired as you read. (from the Introduction) Clarence M. "Clip" Higgins Former Conference Minister, Nebraska and Ohio Conferences United Church of Christ Dallas Brauninger writes with the discernment of a saint and the ear of a poet.... These sermons are a joy to read. They are a joy because they are crafted by one who is a master with language. They are a joy because they track life carefully. They are a joy because they expose deep recesses of the soul that light seldom reaches. They are a joy because they prompt each of us to reflect on our own faith pilgrimage. Most of all, they are a joy because they affirm God who offers joy not just to some, but to all. Dr. George S. Worcester Conference Minister, Nebraska Conference United Church of Christ To me the hallmark of a good sermon has always been the new pathways of thought and insight which it opens up for me long after hearing or reading it. These are GOOD sermons. Rachel S. Scott Bemidji, Minnesota Dallas A. Brauninger, a cum laude graduate of Albion College, received her Master of Divinity degree and an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Chicago Theological Seminary. A full-time writer, she has served churches in Colorado and Nebraska. She and her husband, both ordained ministers in the United Church of Christ, live in Friend, Nebraska.



You Have Mail From God


You Have Mail From God
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Author : Harold C. Warlick
language : en
Publisher: CSS Publishing
Release Date : 2000

You Have Mail From God written by Harold C. Warlick and has been published by CSS Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Religion categories.


Bridging the sometimes disparate worlds of prophecy and gospel, Hal Warlick's sermons on texts from the Revised Common Lectionary provide illustrations and themes that will enable preachers and lay leaders to clearly communicate the Christian message. His work is anchored in sound scholarship, yet is written in a flowing, easy-to-understand narrative style that readers will immediately connect with. Most of Warlick's seventeen messages are based on passages from the letters of Paul, and Warlick finds these epistles to be as relevant today as when they were originally written. And since Paul's letters came from someone who daily faced the challenges of running a newly created organization, Warlick believes that they are a valuable resource for modern-day Christians trying to maintain a community of faith in an interconnected and spiritually struggling world. By helping readers to visualize old truths in fresh and exciting ways, this volume makes the sometimes overlooked Second Lesson texts a meaningful resource for the season. The author of thirteen books as well as over thirty articles and sermons in religious journals and publications, Harold C. Warlick Jr. is Professor of Religion and Minister to the University at High Point University in High Point, North Carolina. Dr. Warlick has served as both Director of Ministerial Studies and Lecturer in Applied Theology at Harvard Divinity School, and has pastored churches in South Carolina, Texas, and North Carolina. He holds degrees from Furman University (B.A.), Harvard University (S.T.B.), and Vanderbilt University (D.Div.).