God's Gift To A Grieving Parent
Kathryn Popio

Author Kathryn Popio suddenly lost her thirteen-year-old son, Macaulay, in 1988. Her chronicled steps toward healing will inspire and uplift others who have lost a child.

Popio writes, "It is my hope in sharing these experiences that they will also help someone else work through to a better resolution of their sorrow."

Cycle A Sermons -- New for 2013-14
James L. Killen Jr., Robert Leslie Holmes, Tom M. Garrison, Kristen Borsgard Wee, David G. Rogne

If you like reading other top pros' sermons and using them as spring boards for your own sermons, this package is for you. Packed with relevant, practical illustrations and strong, well-grounded theology, these sermons will make your sermons better.

Series II, Cycle C
John T. Ball, Richard Gribble, John B. Jamison, Clayton A. Lord, Jr., Donna Schaper

Paul and the other writers of the epistles were entrepreneurs for early Christianity -- and not only did they tirelessly spread the good news, but their pastoral letters are also a marvelous guidebook full of practical wisdom. Because their writers were called on to assist the early faith communities in coping with a variety of problems, the New Testament epistles are chock-full of timeless lessons on living the Christian faith. In this extensive anthology of enlightening sermons based on the Second Readings from Cycle C of the Revised Common Lectionary, five eminent preachers from diverse denominations apply the nourishing teachings of the epistles to today's complex challenges. With messages included for every Sunday and major celebration throughout the entire church year, there's a wealth of ideas and illustrative stories helpful for preaching, teaching, and meditation. These biblically grounded sermons shine the light of Christ on our often confusing world and proclaim the richness of God's truth, offering readers comfort and hope while challenging them to a more intense faith relationship with the almighty.

Commentaries For Cycle A
Anthology

In this special edition for the Sundays in Lent and Easter of Cycle A, the writers and editors of "Charting the Course," an integral part of Emphasis: A Lectionary Preaching Journal from CSS Publishing Company, delve into the heart of the lectionary readings, providing you, the pastor with in-depth lectionary-based commentary; relating several fresh, solid ideas -- based squarely on the lectionary texts -- for creating sermons that speak powerfully to your audience.

Series IX, Cycle A
George Reed, OSL

This special edition for Lent and Easter, Cycle A of the popular Lectionary Worship Aids allows ministers and worship leaders to tie the entire worship experience together for their congregations. Reed's insights will prove invaluable in leading congregations into the presence of God not only on Sunday but also on holidays and other special occasions.

Various Authors

CSS Publishing Company has extracted the Lenten and Easter portions of its popular Lectionary preaching and worship resources, creating smaller volumes specifically for this most important season of the church year.

Series III, Cycle B
Robert J. Elder, John Smylie, Kristin Borsgard Wee, Robert Leslie Holmes, Steven Molin

This essential resource is useful for:
• Fresh homiletical approaches to the lectionary texts
• Inspiring preaching illustrations and sermon starters
• Understanding scripture passages
• Adult study and discussion groups
• Personal devotions and Bible study

Series II, Cycle C
John Clarke, Lee Ann Dunlap, Mary Lautensleger, Stan Purdum, Frank Ramirez

This essential resource is useful for:
• Fresh homiletical approaches to the lectionary texts
• Inspiring preaching illustrations and sermon starters
• Understanding scripture passages
• Bible study and discussion groups
• Personal devotions and inspirational reading

Monologues and Children's Lessons for Advent and Christmas
Edward G. Hunter

Jesus Reflects is a book of eight dramatic monologues on the Advent/Christmas theme, coupled with a children's sermon with each monologue. The series begins with Thanksgiving and concludes with Epiphany Sunday.

Cycle B Sermons for Advent, Christmas, Epiphany Based On the Gospel Texts
Charley Reeb

Throughout the seasons of Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany, we are often reminded of the importance of drawing near to God. But as the busyness of life absorbs into our homes, our relationships, and our spirits, it can be difficult to rely upon the grace of God and hear the voice of his Spirit. The promise of the season, though, is that through God's revelation to us in Christ, we can discover a hope that empowers a broken world.