Mind the Gap: Lectionary Commentary
Ever noticed those missing verses from scripture passages in the revised common lectionary? Sometimes we need a new way of looking at scripture as we prepare to preach. Mind the Gap is a podcast that pays extra attention to what gets left out. How does it change the context of the rest? Is there anything in there that could be fruitful for proclaiming the good news? Join us as we ponder these missing pieces.
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Episodes
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Ecumenism and messiness in the midst of faithfulness--join us in talking about the Trinity through the lens of Wisdom.Timestamps:00:01 - title sequence01:21 - What's on your mind?10:14 - scripture reading14:06 - commentary40:18 - outro sequence
Lectionary commentary for Holy Trinity Sunday in Year C (2025)Proverbs 8:5-21Hosts:Pastor Annemarie Hartner-CookPastor Rebecca TrulandMusic:
London Calling by Ryan AndersenFMA Podcast Suggestion by Stephan Siebertfrom the Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC
Sunday May 25, 2025
Sunday May 25, 2025
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 sequence01:21 - What's on your mind?06:59 - scripture reading09:18 - commentary28:47 - outro sequence
Lectionary commentary for the seventh Sunday of Easter in Year C (2025)Revelation 22:15, 18-19Hosts:Pastor Annemarie Hartner-CookPastor Rebecca TrulandMusic:
London Calling by Ryan AndersenFMA Podcast Suggestion by Stephan Siebertfrom the Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC
Sunday May 18, 2025
Sunday May 18, 2025
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 sequence01:21 - What's on your mind?07:48 - scripture reading11:49 - commentary32:04 - outro sequence
Lectionary commentary for the sixth Sunday of Easter in Year C (2025)Revelation 21:11-21Hosts:Pastor Annemarie Hartner-CookPastor Rebecca TrulandMusic:
London Calling by Ryan AndersenFMA Podcast Suggestion by Stephan Siebertfrom the Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC
Monday May 05, 2025
Monday May 05, 2025
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 we recorded back in late October of 2024.Timestamps:00:01 - introduction00:39 - title sequence02:01 - What's on your mind?10:03 - scripture reading17:15 - commentary43:10 - outro sequence
Lectionary commentary for the 25th Sunday after Pentecost in Year B (2024)Ruth 3:6-4:12Hosts:Pastor Annemarie Hartner-CookPastor Rebecca TrulandMusic:
London Calling by Ryan AndersenFMA Podcast Suggestion by Stephan Siebertfrom the Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC
Saturday Apr 12, 2025
Saturday Apr 12, 2025
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 sequence01:21 - What's on your mind?05:44 - scripture reading08:45 - commentary25:40 - outro sequence
Lectionary commentary for Easter Sunday (2025)Psalm 118:3-13Hosts:Pastor Annemarie Hartner-CookPastor Rebecca TrulandMusic:
London Calling by Ryan AndersenFMA Podcast Suggestion by Stephan Siebertfrom the Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
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 sequence01:21 - What's on your mind?07:22 - scripture reading (Psalm)09:46 - commentary23:30 - scripture reading (John)26:30 - commentary36:25 - outro sequence
Lectionary commentary for Mandy Thursday (2025)Psalm 116:3-11 and John 13:18-31aHosts:Pastor Annemarie Hartner-CookPastor Rebecca TrulandMusic:
London Calling by Ryan AndersenFMA Podcast Suggestion by Stephan Siebertfrom the Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC
Friday Mar 28, 2025
Friday Mar 28, 2025
Timestamps:00:01 - title sequence01:21 - What's on your mind?05:12 - scripture reading10:05 - commentary27:03 - outro sequence
Lectionary commentary for Lent 4C (2025)Luke 15:4-11aHosts:Pastor Annemarie Hartner-CookPastor Rebecca TrulandMusic:
London Calling by Ryan AndersenFMA Podcast Suggestion by Stephan Siebertfrom the Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
With no gaps in the upcoming Sunday's readings, we have an exciting interview to share with everyone. Please join us as we talk with Sam Cook, a 13-year-old, about Sam's experiences being a young person at church.
Hosts:Pastor Annemarie Hartner-CookPastor Rebecca TrulandSpecial Guest:Sam CookMusic:
London Calling by Ryan AndersenFMA Podcast Suggestion by Stephan Siebertfrom the Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC
Sunday Mar 09, 2025
Sunday Mar 09, 2025
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 PressInterview with the Christian CenturyTimestamps:00:01 - title sequence01:21 - What's on your mind?07:43 - scripture reading11:09 - commentary27:24 - outro sequence
Lectionary commentary for Lent 2C (2025)Genesis 15:13-16Hosts:Pastor Annemarie Hartner-CookPastor Rebecca TrulandMusic:
London Calling by Ryan AndersenFMA Podcast Suggestion by Stephan Siebertfrom the Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
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 sequence01:21 - What's on your mind?08:41 - scripture reading10:56 - commentary23:30 - outro sequence
Lectionary commentary for Lent 1C (2025)Psalm 91: 3-8Hosts:Pastor Annemarie Hartner-CookPastor Rebecca TrulandMusic:
London Calling by Ryan AndersenFMA Podcast Suggestion by Stephan Siebertfrom the Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC