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.
Episodes
May 18, 2025
May 18, 2025
32 min
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
May 5, 2025
May 5, 2025
44 min
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
Apr 12, 2025
Apr 12, 2025
26 min
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
Apr 8, 2025
Apr 8, 2025
37 min
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
Mar 28, 2025
Mar 28, 2025
27 min
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
Mar 18, 2025
Mar 18, 2025
36 min
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
Mar 9, 2025
Mar 9, 2025
28 min
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
Mar 6, 2025
Mar 6, 2025
24 min
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
Mar 2, 2025
Mar 2, 2025
38 min
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 sequence01:21 - What's on your mind?08:37 - Joel scripture reading12:25 - Joel commentary24:21 - Matthew scripture reading27:41 - Matthew commentary37:49 - outro sequence
Lectionary commentary for Ash Wednesday (2025)Joel 2:3-11 and Matthew 6:7-15Hosts:Pastor Annemarie Hartner-CookPastor Rebecca TrulandMusic:
London Calling by Ryan AndersenFMA Podcast Suggestion by Stephan Siebertfrom the Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC
Feb 21, 2025
Feb 21, 2025
34 min
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 sequence01:21 - What's on your mind?06:41 - Genesis scripture reading09:20 - Genesis commentary19:17 - 1 Corinthians scripture reading22:22 - 1 Corinthians commentary33:17 - outro sequence
Lectionary commentary for the 7th Sunday after Epiphany in Year C (2024)Genesis 45:12-14 and 1 Corinthians 15:39-41Hosts:Pastor Annemarie Hartner-CookPastor Rebecca TrulandMusic:
London Calling by Ryan AndersenFMA Podcast Suggestion by Stephan Siebertfrom the Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC