Sermons On The Gospel Readings: Series 1, Cycle A [Perfect Paperback]

Filled with insight, imagination, and inspiration, this anthology offers a treasure trove of spiritual guidance for living in today's materialistic world. Five distinguished preachers from a variety of denominations and ministry settings contribute compelling messages based on the Gospel texts for each Sunday and major celebration in Cycle A of the Revised Common Lectionary. Weaving the story of Jesus' ministry into the dynamic tapestry of our contemporary human condition, these sermons proclaim the Good News with strength and vision, and they provide abundant witness to the transforming power of God's Word.

This essential resource is useful for:
* Fresh homiletical approaches to the lectionary texts
* Preaching illustrations
* Understanding scripture passages
* Adult study and discussion groups
* Personal devotions and Bible study

Susan R. Andrews has been pastor of Bradley Hills Presbyterian Church in Bethesda, Maryland, for fifteen years, and was named Preacher of the Year by Lectionary Homiletics in 2000. Active in presbytery and General Assembly ministries, she was elected Moderator of the 215th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA) in May 2003. Andrews holds degrees from Wellesley College (B.A.), Harvard Divinity School (M.Div.), and McCormick Theological Seminary (D.Min.). A prolific writer, she has been published in Lectionary Homiletics, Christian Century, and Christian Ministry.

Richard E. Gribble, CSC is an associate professor in the department of religious studies at Stonehill College in North Easton, Massachusetts. The author of fifteen books and over 150 articles, Father Gribble is the former rector/superior of Moreau Seminary at the University of Notre Dame. He is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and served for five years on nuclear submarines before entering the priesthood. Gribble earned his Ph.D. from The Catholic University of America, and has alSA