Mind the Gap: Lectionary Commentary

In this gap, Jesus helps us with interpreting Hebrew scriptures. The gap also encourages us to rethink our "us vs them" mentalities, and it provides an image of repentance that leaves space for grief. Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind? 08:55 - reading the scripture 12:16 - commentary 30:31 - outro sequence

Lectionary commentary for the 4th Sunday after Pentecost in Year C (2025) Luke 10:12-15 Hosts:...

These sure are unprecedented times... Welcome to our first-ever FOUR GAP EPISODE. Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind? 10:23 - reading from 2 Kings 12:54 - commentary on 2 Kings 20:31 - reading from Psalm 77 22:48 - commentary on Psalm 77 33:09 - reading from 1 Kings 35:25 - commentary on 1 Kings 48:45 - reading from Galatians 52:47 - commentary on Galatians 01:10:05 - outro sequence

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Ecumenism and messiness in the midst of faithfulness--join us in talking about the Trinity through the lens of Wisdom. Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind? 10:14 - scripture reading 14:06 - commentary 40:18 - outro sequence

Lectionary commentary for Holy Trinity Sunday in Year C (2025) Proverbs 8:5-21 Hosts: Pastor Annemarie Hartner-Cook Pastor Rebecca Truland Music:

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In which we discuss the copyright practices of the ancient Levant and also talk about why it is harmful to try to build hierarchies of sin. Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind? 06:59 - scripture reading 09:18 - commentary 28:47 - outro sequence

Lectionary commentary for the seventh Sunday of Easter in Year C (2025) Revelation 22:15, 18-19 Hosts: Pastor Annemarie Hartner-Cook Pastor Rebecca Truland M...

Sometimes measurements are not about comparison, but about celebration. Revelation can be a difficult book to study let alone preach from, but this gap ended up being a really spiritual experience for both of us. Join us as we talk about dozens of dozens and the childlike wonder of the New Jerusalem. Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind? 07:48 - scripture reading 11:49 - commentary 32:04 - outro sequence

There has been an occasion or two during the course of this project where we have recorded an episode and then simply been unable to do all the work necessary to publish it before the Sunday of the readings. Since there are currently no gaps in the lectionary until the 6th Sunday of Easter, today we are posting one of those “lost episodes.” Just for funsies and completeness. Please join us for a discussion on the book of Ruth that ...

God's steadfast love endures forever, and we steadfastly cling to the promise of the resurrection. Blessings to all the preachers heading into Holy Week. You've got this. Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind? 05:44 - scripture reading 08:45 - commentary 25:40 - outro sequence

Lectionary commentary for Easter Sunday (2025) Psalm 118:3-13 Hosts: Pastor Annemarie Hartner-Cook Pastor Rebecca Truland Musi...

Affliction. Expectations. Trouble. It might be the third year in a row we've talked about these gaps, but the Holy Spirit is always bringing up new perspectives for us. We found some really fruitful directions for Maundy Thursday sermons, not to mention getting to talk about preaching choices for Good Friday, and we hope you'll tune in to listen to us talk about them. Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind?...

Hmmm, some old patterns are showing up again with this gap. Plus, we get to play with light/dark imagery! Want to learn more about the NRSVue? Friendship Press Interview with the Christian Century Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind? 07:43 - scripture reading 11:09 - commentary 27:24 - outro sequence

Lectionary commentary for Lent 2C (2025) Genesis 15:13-16 Hosts: Pastor Annemarie Hartner-Cook Past...

Did you know that Sundays don't count in the 40 days of Lent? Listen to our latest episode for details on the role of Sundays in this season of penitence, discussion about favorite hymns, and what it takes to get to the "so what?" of our traditions. Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind? 08:41 - scripture reading 10:56 - commentary 23:30 - outro sequence

Lectionary commentary for Lent 1C (2025) Psalm 91...

This episode marks the second anniversary of Mind the Gap! We talk about wildfires and climate disaster, Christian nationalism, and our deep need for God's mercy. Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind? 08:37 - Joel scripture reading 12:25 - Joel commentary 24:21 - Matthew scripture reading 27:41 - Matthew commentary 37:49 - outro sequence

Lectionary commentary for Ash Wednesday (2025) Joel 2:3-11 and Ma...

It's a double text episode! We talk forgiveness and reconciliation in the Joseph narrative, and we also get to fangirl over mysticism in the epistle reading. If you're still looking for some sermon prompts and illustrations, we hope you'll listen in on our conversation. Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind? 06:41 - Genesis scripture reading 09:20 - Genesis commentary 19:17 - 1 Corinthians scripture readin...

Discernment of God's Word happens in a community, not in isolation! We also wonder: what is the platform that you and your faith stand on? Let's talk Nehemiah. Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind? 07:37 - scripture reading 11:02 - commentary 31:12 - outro sequence

Lectionary commentary for the 3rd Sunday after Epiphany in Year C (2024) Nehemiah 8:4,7 Hosts: Pastor Annemarie Hartner-Cook Pastor Rebecc...

Although many churches will be doing a service of lessons and carols this weekend, the gap in the first reading reminds us not to sentimentalize the nativity, which is important to remember no matter what our worship structure is. The assigned lessons also emphasize that what we wear and how we look are always superseded by our identities as children of God. Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind? 07:37 - s...

The assigned readings for Advent in Year C have a lack of gaps, so we've invited special guest Rev. Timothy Brown to talk about what it looks like to increase the length of our Advent observance. We talk about historical church practices, why we do what we do, and how the rhythm of the church year nurtures our connection to God, nature, and our deepest selves.

Hosts: Pastor Annemarie Hartner-Cook Pastor Rebecca Truland Special ...

Friendship, reconciliation, and Reformation... All that and more in this week's episode of Mind the Gap! Check the description for links to websites that can help you make an informed vote in the Tuesday, November 5 election. Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind? 08:23 - scripture reading 11:47 - commentary 27:13 - outro sequence

Resources for voting: ballotpedia.org vote.org votesaveamerica.com

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The beauty of creation is a way to talk about experiences of the divine around us even for people that are unfamiliar or uncomfortable with the institution of Church. This psalm also keeps our attention on a region of the world that desperately needs our prayers and our solidarity for justice. Timestamps: 00:01 - title sequence 01:21 - What's on your mind? 06:23 - scripture reading 10:54 - commentary 22:19 - outro sequence

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