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2025-26 Narrative Lectionary Readings (Year 4 – John) (rev. 2/20/2025)

2025-26 Worship Resources (Year 4 – John) (rev. 6/1/2025)

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The Craft of Preaching blog contains the latest posts from preachers and teachers. Find insights and resources to make you a better preacher.

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Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost (Ord 21C): Sabbath liberation

“Don’t praise God—it’s the Sabbath.” [...]

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Tenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord 20C): Tough texts call for creativity

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An informative weekly conversation on the Narrative Lectionary readings for the coming Sunday.