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I also appreciate the resources that he offers at the beginning of the workbook: the review of the books of the Bible, a theological overview, as well as reviews of the various seasons of the church. Unlike so many lectionary resources that are grounded in the scriptures, Dr. Ellingsen incorporates a strong focus on the theological emphasis of the texts and context. I will be teaching a preaching course in the fall that will focus on preaching lectionary year A. 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The working heart of Ellingsen's volume is a section dedicated to every lectionary occasion in the lectionary Year A beginning December 1, 2013 -- each section is filled with theological reflection, liturgical sensibility, exegetical sketches, along with sermon prompts, outlines, and \"gimmicks.\" This last is his own word for what amount to suggestions for why a sermon on a particular text can be made to matter to both preacher and audience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition, the introductory material includes brief notes on the historical background and literary structure of the biblical books cited in the year's readings, a reflection on the theological and devotional emphases of the seasons, and a quirky summary of theological positions -- a product of Ellingsen's desire to be a conversation partner with preachers from various theological camps.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEllingsen's stated intent is to be an unbiased conversation partner with the preacher and in this goal he is careful to provide a range of options for topic and approach for each occasion. He also invites commentators to the table, frequently quoting our Protestant forebears, Luther, Calvin, and Wesley along with a few contemporary African American and feminist scholars. Preachers will be best served by this volume if they bring their own contemporary companions into the conversation in a robust way for as with any work of this scope, the emphasis must be on shorthand prompts to the deeper discussion that each preacher's context will necessitate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe closer a preacher is to wanting to continue in the Protestant tradition if theologically informed, exegetically nuanced, liturgically sensitive, and rhetorically focused preacher, the more that preacher will find\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLectionary Preaching Workbook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ea sturdy companion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHenry J. 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By providing new insights into each of the readings in the Revised Common, Roman Catholic, and Episcopal Lectionaries, Mark Ellingsen has given pastors everywhere the tools they need to effectively relate the heart of the scriptures to their congregations, combining the best of scholarly techniques with pastoral experience. Each of these illustrations and thematic explorations provide the perfect jumping point for pastors to take a text and create thought-provoking, inspirational messages. 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