Resources on Jan L Richardson

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Scripture Meditation or Sermon and 4 more types

A reflection, with a related painting and poem, by Jan Richardson on Luke 10:1-11, 16-20. Richardson writes that, while often we need to persist in difficulty, sometimes we discern the call to leave for new things.

Luke 10:1-10, 16-20

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Blessing, Art, Discernment, Perseverance

And the Table Will Be Wide

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Artwork, Poetry, Prayer

Artist, liturgist, and theologian Jan Richardson offers artwork and a poetic prayer for World Communion Sunday with reference to Mark 10:2-16 at "The Painted Prayer Book."

Mark 10:2-16

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Blessing, World Communion Sunday, Communion, Children

God of the Living

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Sermon Preparation or Illustration, Artwork, Poetry

A reflection, with a related painting and poem, by Jan Richardson on Luke 20:27-38. Richardson writes that Jesus, who declares God "the God of the living," challenges the wall we imagine separating us from eternal life.

Luke 20:27-38

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Art, Death, Resurrection, Eternal Life

The Way It Makes

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Sermon Preparation or Illustration and 3 more types

This artwork, commentary and poem by Jan L. Richardson is based on Matthew 21:1-11. Reflecting on the voices that rise between Palm Sunday and Good Friday, Richardson attunes readers to the blessing heard while accompanying Christ.

Matthew 21:1-11

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Lent, Blessing, Palm Sunday, Hermeneutics

Anointed

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Sermon Preparation or Illustration and 3 more types

This painting, commentary, and poem by Jan L. Richardson are associated with Mark 14:1-15:47. Reflecting on the woman who anointed Jesus, Richardson discusses how acts of creative beauty and acts of justice are of equal importance.

Mark 14, 15

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Beauty, Grace, Offering, Gift

Blessing the Baptism

Jan L Richardson | Global Worship

Song or Hymn, Artwork, Poetry

Jan Richardson's poem "Blessing the Baptism" speaks of love and delight toward one being baptized. It is accompanied by her painting "Washed" inspired by the baptism of Jesus (Luke 3:15-22).

Luke 3:15-22

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Baptism, Blessing, Washing, Epiphany

World Labyrinth Day

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Sermon Preparation or Illustration, Artwork, Poetry

Containing the words of St. Catherine of Siena, this labyrinthine artwork of by Jan Richardson depicts "the soul as a tree made for love" that is nourished by the circle of self-knowledge to bear glorious fruit.

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St. Catherine Of Siena, Knowledge, Love, Charity

Blessing the House

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Sermon Preparation or Illustration and 3 more types

This artwork, poem and commentary by Jan L. Richardson are based on Matthew 2:1-12. In discussing the Feast of the Epiphany, Richardson describes and is inspired by the ritual of "blessing and chalking of the house."

Matthew 2:1-12

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Epiphany, Blessing, Ecclesiastical Feasts, Magi

In the Presence of the Angels

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Sermon Preparation or Illustration and 3 more types

This artwork and exegesis by Jan L. Richardson are based on Luke 15:1-10. Discussing Jesus' parables, Richardson uses her journey as an artist to show how the redemption of the lost is worthy of celebration.

Luke 15:1-10

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Parables, Angels, Redemption, Restoration

A Tender and Grimy Grace

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Sermon Preparation or Illustration and 3 more types

This artwork, exegesis and poem by Jan L. Richardson are based on John 9:1-41. Focusing on how Jesus uses spit and mud, Richardson explores how God's creative blessing is offered through dust, grime, and earthly matter.

John 9

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Lent, Blessing, Grace, Dust

A Mother's Lament

Jan L Richardson | Jan Richardson Images

Artwork

A charcoal drawing for projection in worship.

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Good Friday, Grief, Lament, Compassion

Washed

Jan L Richardson | Jan Richardson Images

Artwork

Brushstrokes depicting the water of baptism. Available for projection in worship.

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Baptism, Dying And Rising With Christ, Art

Anticipating Advent

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Sermon Preparation or Illustration, Artwork, Poetry

This artwork by Jan L. Richardson is associated with Mary's Magnificat and Advent.

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Advent, Magnificat, Mary, Art

Baptism of Jesus

Jan L Richardson | Jan Richardson Images

Artwork

A charcoal drawing for projection in worship.

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Baptism, God's Threeness, Image Of God, Art

About the Enfolding

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Scripture Meditation or Sermon and 4 more types

Jan Richardson prays in light of Matthew 22:1-14 for those walking in the shadows and, yet, hoping in God's unfailing hospitality.

Matthew 22:1-14

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Wedding, Advent, Blessing, Art

Born of Water, Born of Spirit

Jan L Richardson | Jan Richardson Images

Artwork

A painted paper collage available for projection in worship.

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Baptism, Dying And Rising With Christ, Art, Powerpoint

Blessing the Talents

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Scripture Meditation or Sermon and 3 more types

Jan Richardson explores Matthew 25:14-30 through exegesis, artistic expression, and poetry to lift our talents and our brokenness unto the healing and luminous Light of God.

Matthew 25:14-30

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Blessing, Prayer, Prayer-books, Light

It Is Hard Being Wedded to the Dead

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork, Poetry

Jan Richardson offers this poem as an All Saints gift, a talisman to hold as we remember our own beloved ones. Paired with a reading from Revelation 7:9-17, it reckons with her husband's death and love.

Revelation 7:9-17

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Wedding, All Saints' Day, Grief, Love

Known: A Painted Prayer

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork, Poetry

Jan Richardson reflects upon Scripture texts through Lectio Divina and artistic expression. This piece covers the Psalm 139:1-6 and 13-18 (Epiphany 2) through painting and poetic prayer.

Psalm 139

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Epiphany, Art, Poetry, Spiritual Growth

This Day We Say Grateful

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Sermon Preparation or Illustration and 3 more types

Jan Richardson shares original artwork and a poetic "sending blessing" intended for congregations who wish to bless ministers or parishioners who are moving to a new location.

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Blessing, Ministry, Art