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Kick off the new lectionary year with Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner. Tune in for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the First Sunday of Advent (Year C) on December 1, 2024. 

This week, our hosts emphasize the urgency of recognizing God’s presence, the call to justice and righteousness, and the communal nature of faith. They also reflect on the role of holiness in the Christian journey, offering insights to inspire preachers and congregations alike.

✨ Start your Advent journey with this thoughtful discussion from Sermon Brainwave!

Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/WTTyuEZkNhA.

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for Christ the King Sunday on November 24, 2024. 

Our hosts explore the meaning and significance of Christ the King Sunday, diving into powerful themes of power, allegiance, and Jesus' unique kingship. Together, they discuss key biblical texts, including the trial of Jesus before Pilate, to shed light on how these passages shape our understanding of God’s kingdom.

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KieHf2XRPaM.

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Twenty-sixth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 33B) on November 17, 2024. 

This week’s episode unpacks the layers of Mark 13, diving into its vivid apocalyptic themes and the historical context that shapes its warnings against deception in times of crisis. The conversation turns to the book of Daniel, shedding light on its apocalyptic messages, and then moves to Hannah’s story, a powerful narrative of faith and trust in God. The episode wraps up with insights from the book of Hebrews, encouraging listeners to embrace confidence in Christ's ultimate sacrifice and reflect on what it means to live out faith actively.

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hDMdajcKmx4.

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 32B) on November 10, 2024. 

In this episode of Sermon Brainwave, the hosts focus on themes from Mark’s Gospel, the role of scribes, and the significance of stewardship through the widow’s offering. They also explore the importance of trusting God in difficult times, connecting these themes to the Psalm and Hebrews, and emphasizing the finality of Christ’s sacrifice for faith and practice.

Commentaries for the Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 31B): 
https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-32-2/commentary-on-mark-1238-44-7. 

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 31B) on November 3, 2024. 

In this episode of Sermon Brainwave, the hosts discuss the 24th Sunday after Pentecost, focusing on love, commandments, and God's nature. They explore themes from Deuteronomy, the Psalms, Ruth, and Hebrews, highlighting the call to embody faith through action and love in the Kingdom of God.

Commentaries for the Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 31B): 
https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-31-2/commentary-on-mark-1228-34-7.

Are you preaching on texts for All Saints Sunday? Tune into this episode: https://youtu.be/3ibA9XCwga4.

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for All Saints Sunday (Year B) on November 3, 2024. 

In this episode of Sermon Brainwave, our hosts explore the themes of grief, remembrance, and eternal life for All Saints Sunday, focusing on the comforting presence of Jesus in times of loss. They also discuss how preachers can connect their messages to the congregation's experiences, emphasizing hope and God's promise to wipe away every tear.

Commentaries for All Saints Sunday (Year B): 
https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/all-saints-day/commentary-on-john-1132-44-6.

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 30B) on October 27, 2024. 

Tune in to explore the powerful story of Bartimaeus from Mark 10:46-52, focusing on themes of healing, discipleship, and the intriguing delay in Jesus’ response. Our hosts also connect the readings from Jeremiah, Job, and Hebrews, discussing restoration, comfort, and the priesthood of Jesus. This episode encourages preachers to delve into the Christological insights these texts offer and reflect on the role of Jesus in our relationship with God.

Commentaries for the Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 30B): 
https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-30-2/commentary-on-mark-1046-52-6.

Are you preaching on texts for Reformation Sunday? Here is a re-run from 2023: https://www.workingpreacher.org/podcasts/928-reformation-sunday-rebroadcast-from-oct-2023

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 29B) on October 20, 2024. 

In this episode, follow along as our hosts explore key themes of service, leadership, power, suffering, and the incarnation, offering valuable insights and guidance for preachers. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the literary and historical context of the passages to avoid oversimplification or misinterpretation.

Commentaries for the Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 29B): 
https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-29-2/commentary-on-mark-1035-45-6.

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 28B) on October 13, 2024. 

In this episode, you will explore themes of wealth, possessions, and the call to follow Jesus. Our hosts delve into the honesty and lament in Job, the tension between God's presence and absence, and the promise of resurrection. The conversation emphasizes solidarity, community empowerment, and the boldness to approach God.

Commentaries for the Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 28B): 
https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-28-2/commentary-on-mark-1017-31-11.

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 27B) on October 6, 2024. 

The texts for the twentieth Sunday after Pentecost present challenging passages from Mark, Genesis, Job, and Hebrews. The discussion begins with navigating these texts and offering pastoral care, addressing the themes of divorce, relationships, loneliness, and unjust suffering.

Commentaries for the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 27B): 
https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-27-2/commentary-on-mark-102-16-6.

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 26B) on September 29, 2024. 

This week, Sermon Brainwave hosts dive into themes of betrayal, suffering, greatness, and wisdom from Jeremiah, Proverbs, James, and Mark. They highlight the importance of context, scriptural imagination, and embodying God's wisdom in a world focused on human greatness.

Commentaries for the Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 26B): 
https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-26-2/commentary-on-mark-938-50-5

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 25B) on September 22, 2024. 

This week, Sermon Brainwave hosts dive into themes of betrayal, suffering, greatness, and wisdom from Jeremiah, Proverbs, James, and Mark. They highlight the importance of context, scriptural imagination, and embodying God's wisdom in a world focused on human greatness.

Commentaries for the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 25B): 
https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-25-2/commentary-on-mark-930-37-9

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 24B) on September 15, 2024. 

The cohosts explore the theme of identity and the question of who Jesus is. They also discuss the importance of wisdom and the power of words; as well as the need for self-denial and taking up one's cross in following Jesus. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the impact of words and the importance of speaking words of life and hope.

Commentaries for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 24B): 
https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-24-2/commentary-on-mark-827-38-6.

Timecodes:

Promo - 0:00
Intro - 0:43
Mark 8: 27-38 (Gospel Reading) - 1:25
Isaiah 50: 4-9a (First Reading) - 12:32
Psalm 116: 1-9 - 17:39
Proverbs 1: 20-33 (Semi-continuous First Reading)  - 19:20
James 3: 1-12 (Second Reading) - 24:07
Epilogue on Karl Jacobson - 28:44
Outro - 29:40
End - 30:15

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 23B) on September 8, 2024. 

This week, Sermon Brainwave hosts focus on healing, the embodiment of God in Jesus, and the critical importance of confronting racism and sexism, alongside the call for genuine acts of faith.

Commentaries for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 23B): 
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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 22B) on September 1, 2024. 

The themes discussed include obedience, faith, living out one's beliefs, virtue versus vice, integrity, and the Song of Songs as a reflection of desire and relationship. The conversation also delves into the book of James (first in a five-week series), highlighting the importance of speech, justice, and living as Christ-like. The concept of being first fruits of God is also explored.

Commentaries for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 22B): 
https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-22-2/commentary-on-mark-71-8-14-15-21-23-6

Timecodes:

0:00 Intro
1:08 Gospel of Mark 7: 1-8, 14-15, 21-23
11:24 First Reading - Deuteronomy 4: 1-2, 6-9
15:58 Psalm 15
18:40 Alternate First Reading - Song of Solomon 2:8-13
25:50 Second Reading on James 1 :17-27
30:24 Outro
30:59 End

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.21B) on August 25, 2024. 

The conversation delves into the Bread of Life discourse, the challenges and resistances to Jesus' teachings, the betrayal of Judas, the dedication of the temple, and the metaphor of putting on the armor of God in Ephesians.

Commentaries for the Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 21B): 
https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-21-2/commentary-on-john-656-69-6

Timecodes:

0:00 Intro 
1:06 Gospel of John 6: 56-69
11:43 First Reading - Joshua 24: 1-2a, 14-18
17:00 Psalm 34: 15-22
18:54 Alternate First Reading - 1 Kings 8
24:54 Second Reading on Ephesians 5 :15-20
31:49 End

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.20B) on August 18, 2024. 

In this episode of the Sermon Brainwave podcast, our hosts delve into themes of wisdom, communion, and sacramentology, highlighting how these scriptures guide us to live wisely in a counter-cultural world. Join us for insights on how these ancient texts continue to shape our faith and daily lives.

Commentaries for the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 20B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-20-2/commentary-on-john-651-58-6

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.19B) on August 11, 2024.

Our hosts offer a comprehensive exploration of the Bread of Life discourse in John 6, examining its theological and pastoral implications. Additionally, they address the complexities of preaching on challenging passages such as the story of David and Bathsheba and share valuable insights on integrating scripture into prayer and worship. 

Commentaries for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.19B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-19-2/commentary-on-john-635-41-51-6

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.18B) on August 4, 2024. 

Our hosts offer a comprehensive exploration of the Bread of Life discourse in John 6, examining its theological and pastoral implications. Additionally, they address the complexities of preaching on challenging passages such as the story of David and Bathsheba and share valuable insights on integrating scripture into prayer and worship. 

Commentaries for the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.18B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-18-2/commentary-on-john-61-21-7

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.17B) on July 28, 2024. 

Our hosts offer a comprehensive exploration of the Bread of Life discourse in John 6, examining its theological and pastoral implications. Additionally, they address the complexities of preaching on challenging passages such as the story of David and Bathsheba and share valuable insights on integrating scripture into prayer and worship. 

Commentaries for the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.17B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-17-2/commentary-on-john-61-21-6

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.16B) on July 21, 2024. 

This week, our hosts delve into themes of compassion, desperation, the role of the shepherd, the significance of the temple, and the unity of the community.

Commentaries for the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.16B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-16-2/commentary-on-mark-630-34-53-56-6

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Eighth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 15B) on July 14, 2024.

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 14B) on July 07, 2024.

Commentaries for the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 14B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-14-2/commentary-on-mark-61-13-6

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 13B) on June 30, 2024.

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 12B) on June 23, 2024.

Commentaries for the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 12B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-12-2/commentary-on-mark-435-41-6

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 11B) on June 16, 2024.

Commentaries for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 11B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-11-2/commentary-on-mark-426-34-6

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Third Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 10B) on June 9, 2024.

Commentaries for the Third Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 10B):
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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Second Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 9B) on June 2, 2024.

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Holy Trinity Sunday on May 26, 2024.

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Day of Pentecost Sunday on May 19, 2024.

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for Seventh Sunday of Easter on May 12, 2024.

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Sixth Sunday of Easter on May 5, 2024.

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Fifth Sunday of Easter on April 28, 2024.

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Fourth Sunday of Easter on April 21, 2024.

Commentaries for Easter 4B:
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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Third Sunday of Easter (Year B) on April 14, 2024.

Commentaries for Easter 3B:
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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Second Sunday of Easter (Year B) on April 7, 2024.

Commentaries for Easter 2B:
https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/second-sunday-of-easter-2/commentary-on-john-2019-31-20

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⏰Timecodes⏰
Time Codes:
0:00 Intro
0:52 Gospel of John 20:19-31
13:02 First Reading on Acts 4:32-35
17:55 Psalm 133
18:27 Second Reading on 1 John 1:1--2:2
23:34 End

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Resurrection of Our Lord on March 31, 2024.

Commentaries for the Resurrection of Our Lord:
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If you are interested in joining our Sermon Brainwave hosts for an in-depth residential preaching workshop this July, go to https://www.ghostranch.org/program/a-preachers-retreat-with-working-preachers-karoline-lewis-joy-j-moore-and-matt-skinner/

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Vigil of Easter on March 30, 2024.

Commentaries for the Vigil of Easter:
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If you are interested in joining our Sermon Brainwave hosts for an in-depth residential preaching workshop this July, go to https://www.ghostranch.org/program/a-preachers-retreat-with-working-preachers-karoline-lewis-joy-j-moore-and-matt-skinner/

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for Maundy Thursday on March 28, 2024.

Commentaries for Maundy Thursday:
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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for Good Friday on March 29, 2024.

Commentaries for Good Friday:
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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Sunday of the Passion (Palm Sunday) on March 24, 2024.

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If you'd like to read the commentaries for the Sunday of the Passion (Palm Sunday) go to 
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If you are interested in joining our Sermon Brainwave hosts for an in-depth residential preaching workshop this July, go to https://www.ghostranch.org/program/a-preachers-retreat-with-working-preachers-karoline-lewis-joy-j-moore-and-matt-skinner/

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Fifth Sunday in Lent on March 17, 2024.

If you'd like to read the commentaries for the Third Sunday in Lent, go to 
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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Fourth Sunday in Lent on March 10, 2024.

If you'd like to read the commentaries for the Third Sunday in Lent, go to https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/fourth-sunday-in-lent-2/commentary-on-john-314-21-6

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If you are interested in joining our Sermon Brainwave hosts for an in-depth residential preaching workshop, go to https://www.ghostranch.org/program/a-preachers-retreat-with-working-preachers-karoline-lewis-joy-j-moore-and-matt-skinner/

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Third Sunday in Lent on March 3, 2024.

If you'd like to read the commentaries for the Third Sunday in Lent, go to https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/third-sunday-in-lent-2/commentary-on-john-213-22-6

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Second Sunday in Lent on February 25, 2024.

If you'd like to read the commentaries for the Second Sunday in Lent, go to https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/second-sunday-in-lent-2/commentary-on-mark-831-38-6

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the First Sunday in Lent on February 18, 2024.

If you'd like to read the commentaries for the Transfiguration of Our Lord, go to https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/first-sunday-in-lent-2/commentary-on-mark-19-15-6

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for Ash Wednesday on February 14, 2024.

If you'd like to read the commentaries for the Transfiguration of Our Lord, go to https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ash-wednesday/commentary-on-matthew-61-6-16-21-16

Don't miss Bryant Kaden's post "Ashes to Go in a Drive Thru Culture" on Working Preacher's Craft of Preaching blog. Link: https://www.workingpreacher.org/worship/ashes-to-go-in-a-drive-thru-culture?utm=sb-yt

This episode was aired on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for Transfiguration of Our Lord on February 11, 2024.

If you'd like to read the commentaries for the Transfiguration of Our Lord, go to https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/transfiguration-of-our-lord-2/commentary-on-mark-92-9-6

Don't miss Sarah Hinlicky Wilson's post "Everything I Knew about the Transfiguration Was Wrong" on Luther Seminary's Enter the Bible blog. Link: https://enterthebible.org/everything-i-knew-about-the-transfiguration-was-wrong?utm=sb-yt

This episode was aired on Saturday, February 3, 2024 

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Fifth Sunday after Epiphany on February 4, 2024.

If you'd like to read the commentaries for the Fifth Sunday after Epiphany, go to https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/fifth-sunday-after-epiphany-2/commentary-on-mark-129-39-6

This episode was aired on Saturday, January 27, 2024 

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Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Fourth Sunday after Epiphany on January 28, 2024.

If you'd like to read the commentaries for the Third Sunday after Epiphany, go to https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/fourth-sunday-after-epiphany-2/commentary-on-mark-121-28-6

This episode was aired on Saturday, January 20, 2024 

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