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Lectionary Resources — Year C
First Sunday of Advent
Sunday 28 November 2027
Readings
- Old Testament: Jeremiah 33:14-16
- Psalm: Psalm 25:1-10
- New Testament: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13
- Gospel: Luke 21:25-36
C101 Advent 1
Fran and Kylie explore Psalm 25:1-10 and Luke 21:25-36. Themes: waiting, hope, revelation. Mention: Howard Wallace commentary and Craig Thompson sermon.
C201 Advent 1
Dorothy and Robyn explore the Advent theme of HOPE through Jeremiah 33:14-16 and Luke 21:25-36.
Second Sunday of Advent
Sunday 05 December 2027
Readings
- Old Testament: Baruch 5:1-9 or Malachi 3:1-4
- Psalm: Luke 1:68-79
- New Testament: Philippians 1:3-11
- Gospel: Luke 3:1-6
C102 Advent 2
Fran and Kylie discuss Malachi 3:1-4, Zechariah’s song (Luke 1:68-79), and Luke 3:1-6. Themes: reckoning, cleansing, divine grace. Mention: Bonhoeffer sermon; Byrne’s Hospitality of God.
C202 Advent 2
Dorothy Lee joins Robyn to discuss Malachi 3:1-4; Luke 1:68-79; and Luke 3:1-6. Mention: Byrne’s Hospitality of God; Fleming Rutledge’s Advent.
Third Sunday of Advent
Sunday 12 December 2027
Readings
- Old Testament: Zephaniah 3:14-20
- Psalm: Isaiah 12:2-6
- New Testament: Philippians 4:4-7
- Gospel: Luke 3:7-18
C103 Advent 3
Fiona Winn, Kylie, and Fran explore Zephaniah 3:14-20 and Luke 3:7-18. Mention: Renouncing Everything by Christopher M. Hays.
C203 Advent 3
Dorothy and Fran discuss Zephaniah 3:14-20 and Luke 3:7-18. Mention: Nick Cave’s Red Hand Files.
Fourth Sunday of Advent
Sunday 19 December 2027
Readings
- Old Testament: Micah 5:2-5a
- Psalm: Luke 1:46b-55 or Psalm 80:1-7
- New Testament: Hebrews 10:5-10
- Gospel: Luke 1:39-45, (46-55)
C104 Advent 4
Anne Elvey, Kylie, and Fran explore Luke 1:39-45 and Mary’s Magnificat (Luke 1:46-55). Mention: Indigenous women poets and ecological readings.
C204 Advent 4
Dorothy and Fran discuss Micah 5:2-5, Hebrews 5:1-10, and Luke 1:39-55. Mention: Brendan Byrne’s Hospitality of God.
Nativity of the Lord - Proper I
Friday 24 December 2027
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 9:2-7
- Psalm: Psalm 96
- New Testament: Titus 2:11-14
- Gospel: Luke 2:1-14, (15-20)
No episodes found for this week.
Nativity of the Lord - Proper II
Friday 24 December 2027
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 62:6-12
- Psalm: Psalm 97
- New Testament: Titus 3:4-7
- Gospel: Luke 2:(1-7), 8-20
No episodes found for this week.
Nativity of the Lord - Proper III
Saturday 25 December 2027
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 52:7-10
- Psalm: Psalm 98
- New Testament: Hebrews 1:1-4, (5-12)
- Gospel: John 1:1-14
No episodes found for this week.
First Sunday after Christmas Day
Sunday 02 January 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: 1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26
- Psalm: Psalm 148
- New Testament: Colossians 3:12-17
- Gospel: Luke 2:41-52
No episodes found for this week.
Epiphany of the Lord
Thursday 06 January 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 60:1-6
- Psalm: Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14
- New Testament: Ephesians 3:1-12
- Gospel: Matthew 2:1-12
No episodes found for this week.
Second Sunday after Christmas Day
Sunday 09 January 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Jeremiah 31:7-14 or Sirach 24:1-12
- Psalm: Psalm 147:12-20 or Wisdom of Solomon 10:15-21
- New Testament: Ephesians 1:3-14
- Gospel: John 1:(1-9), 10-18
No episodes found for this week.
Baptism of the Lord
Sunday 09 January 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 43:1-7
- Psalm: Psalm 29
- New Testament: Acts 8:14-17
- Gospel: Luke 3:15-17, 21-22
C205 Baptism of Jesus (Epiphany 1)
Robyn and Fran discuss Isaiah 43:1-7, Acts 8:14-17, and Luke 3:15-17, 21-22.
Second Sunday after the Epiphany
Sunday 16 January 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 62:1-5
- Psalm: Psalm 36:5-10
- New Testament: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11
- Gospel: John 2:1-11
C206 Epiphany 2
Fran and Robyn discuss Isaiah 62:1-5; 1 Corinthians 12:1-11; and John 2:1-11 (Wedding at Cana).
Day of Mourning
Sunday 23 January 2028
Third Sunday after the Epiphany
Sunday 23 January 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10
- Psalm: Psalm 19
- New Testament: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a
- Gospel: Luke 4:14-21
C105 Epiphany 3
Nehemiah 8:1-10, 1 Cor 12:12-31, Luke 4:14-21. Themes: Scripture interpretation, community identity, Spirit empowerment.
C207 Epiphany 3
Re-post (summer hiatus). Nehemiah 8:1-10, 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, and Luke 4:14-21. Themes include Scripture interpretation, formation of God’s people, and unity-in-diversity.
Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany
Sunday 30 January 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Jeremiah 1:4-10
- Psalm: Psalm 71:1-6
- New Testament: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13
- Gospel: Luke 4:21-30
C106 Epiphany 4
Jeremiah 1:4-10, 1 Corinthians 13, Luke 4:21-30. Themes: prophetic courage, love ethic, Jesus’ mission.
C208 Epiphany 4
Re-post (summer hiatus). Jeremiah 1:4-10, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, and Luke 4:21-30 are explored. Themes: prophetic call, Jesus’ identity and mission, and the ethic of love.
Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany
Sunday 06 February 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 6:1-8, (9-13)
- Psalm: Psalm 138
- New Testament: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11
- Gospel: Luke 5:1-11
C107 Epiphany 5
Isaiah 6:1-13, Psalm 138, 1 Cor 15:1-11, Luke 5:1-11. Themes: divine holiness, vocation, call to witness.
C209 Epiphany 5
Robyn and Adrian Jackson discuss Isaiah 6:1-8 (9-13), Luke 5:1-11, and 1 Corinthians 15:1-11. Themes include divine holiness, abundance, vocation, and the contrast between human frailty and God's call.
Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany
Sunday 13 February 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Jeremiah 17:5-10
- Psalm: Psalm 1
- New Testament: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20
- Gospel: Luke 6:17-26
C108 Epiphany 6
Jeremiah 17:5-10, 1 Cor 15:12-20, Luke 6:17-26. Mention: Christopher Hays’ Luke’s Wealth Ethics.
C210 Epiphany 6
Sally and Fran discuss Jeremiah 17:10; Psalm 1; 1 Corinthians 15:12-20; Luke 6:17-26.
Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany
Sunday 20 February 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Genesis 45:3-11, 15
- Psalm: Psalm 37:1-11, 39-40
- New Testament: 1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50
- Gospel: Luke 6:27-38
C109 Epiphany 7
U-Wen and Robyn discuss Psalm 37, 1 Cor 15:35-50, and Luke 6:27-38. Themes: ethical Christian living, resurrection, divine bodies.
C211 Epiphany 7
Robyn and Brendan discuss Genesis 45:3-11, 15 and Luke 6:27-38. Mentioned: 1 Cor 15:15-35 episode.
Transfiguration Sunday
Sunday 20 February 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Exodus 34:29-35
- Psalm: Psalm 99
- New Testament: 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2
- Gospel: Luke 9:28-36, (37-43a)
C110 Transfiguration
Fran and Robyn explore themes of encounter and transformation in Exodus 34:29-35, 2 Cor 3:12–4:2, and Luke 9:28–36.
C212 Transfiguration
Monica and Sally discuss Exodus 34:29-35, Psalm 99, 2 Cor 3:12–4:2, and Luke 9:28–36.
Eighth Sunday after the Epiphany
Sunday 27 February 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Sirach 27:4-7, Isaiah 55:10-13
- Psalm: Psalm 92:1-4, 12-15
- New Testament: 1 Corinthians 15:51-58
No episodes found for this week.
Ash Wednesday
Wednesday 01 March 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Joel 2:1-2, 12-17 or Isaiah 58:1-12
- Psalm: Psalm 51:1-17
- New Testament: 2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:10
- Gospel: Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21
No episodes found for this week.
Ninth Sunday after the Epiphany
Sunday 05 March 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: 1 Kings 8:22-23, 41-43
- Psalm: Psalm 96:1-9
- New Testament: Galatians 1:1-12
- Gospel: Luke 7:1-10
No episodes found for this week.
First Sunday in Lent
Sunday 05 March 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Deuteronomy 26:1-11
- Psalm: Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16
- New Testament: Romans 10:8b-13
- Gospel: Luke 4:1-13
C111 Lent 1
Robyn and Andrew McGowan discuss the nature of Lent and the temptations of Jesus in Luke 4:1-13. Mention: Seven Last Words.
C213 Lent 1
Monica and Fran discuss Deuteronomy 26:1-11; Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16; Romans 10:8b-13; and Luke 4:1-13.
Second Sunday in Lent
Sunday 12 March 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18
- Psalm: Psalm 27
- New Testament: Philippians 3:17-4:1
- Gospel: Luke 13:31-35 or Luke 9:28-36, (37-43a)
C112 Lent 2
Genesis 15:1-12,17-18; Phil 3:17–4:1; Luke 13:31–35. Themes: covenant, imitation of Christ, lament of Jesus over Jerusalem.
C214 Lent 2
Fran and Robyn discuss violence, sacrifice, and covenant in Genesis 15:1-12,17-18; Philippians 3:17–4:1; and Luke 13:31-35.
Third Sunday in Lent
Sunday 19 March 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 55:1-9
- Psalm: Psalm 63:1-8
- New Testament: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13
- Gospel: Luke 13:1-9
C113 Lent 3
Howard and Fran discuss Isaiah 55:1-9, Psalm 63:1-8, and Luke 13:1-9. Themes: repentance, grace, divine patience.
C215 Lent 3
Howard and Robyn discuss repentance, grace, judgment, and transformation in Isaiah 55:1-9; Psalm 63:1-8; Luke 13:1-9.
Annunciation of the Lord
Saturday 25 March 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 7:10-14
- Psalm: Psalm 45 or Psalm 40:5-10
- New Testament: Hebrews 10:4-10
- Gospel: Luke 1:26-38
No episodes found for this week.
Fourth Sunday in Lent
Sunday 26 March 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Joshua 5:9-12
- Psalm: Psalm 32
- New Testament: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21
- Gospel: Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32
C114 Lent 4
U-Wen and Fran reflect on Luke 15:1-3,11-32 and 2 Corinthians 5:16-21: themes of reconciliation, identity, and grace.
C216 Lent 4
Monica and Fran discuss Joshua 5:9-12; Psalm 32; Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32.
Fifth Sunday in Lent
Sunday 02 April 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 43:16-21
- Psalm: Psalm 126
- New Testament: Philippians 3:4b-14
- Gospel: John 12:1-8
C115 Lent 5
Howard and Sally reflect on Isaiah 43:16-21 and John 12:1-8. Mentioned: Sandra Schneiders, Written That You May Believe.
Liturgy of the Palms
Sunday 09 April 2028
Readings
- Psalm: Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29
- Gospel: Luke 19:28-40
No episodes found for this week.
Liturgy of the Passion
Sunday 09 April 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 50:4-9a
- Psalm: Psalm 31:9-16
- New Testament: Philippians 2:5-11
- Gospel: Luke 22:14-23:56 or Luke 23:1-49
C116 Palm Sunday
Sean and Fran unpack Psalm 118:1-2,19-29 and Luke 19:28-40, exploring themes of praise, humility, and the meaning of Jesus’ entry.
C217 Palm/Passion Sunday
Rachel and Fran discuss Isaiah 50:4-9a; Phil 2:5-11; Luke 19:28-40 and Luke 23:1-49. Mentioned: Hauerwas' Cross-shattered Christ.
Monday of Holy Week
Monday 10 April 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 42:1-9
- Psalm: Psalm 36:5-11
- New Testament: Hebrews 9:11-15
- Gospel: John 12:1-11
No episodes found for this week.
Tuesday of Holy Week
Tuesday 11 April 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 49:1-7
- Psalm: Psalm 71:1-14
- New Testament: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31
- Gospel: John 12:20-36
No episodes found for this week.
Wednesday of Holy Week
Wednesday 12 April 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 50:4-9a
- Psalm: Psalm 70
- New Testament: Hebrews 12:1-3
- Gospel: John 13:21-32
No episodes found for this week.
Maundy Thursday
Thursday 13 April 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Exodus 12:1-4, (5-10), 11-14
- Psalm: Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19
- New Testament: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
- Gospel: John 13:1-17, 31b-35
No episodes found for this week.
Good Friday
Friday 14 April 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 52:13-53:12
- Psalm: Psalm 22
- New Testament: Hebrews 10:16-25 or Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9
- Gospel: John 18:1-19:42
C117 Good Friday
Robyn Whitaker with guests Dorothy Lee and Andrew McGowan discuss John's passion (John 18–19), Good Friday preaching traditions, and atonement. Mention: Seven Last Words.
Holy Saturday
Saturday 15 April 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Job 14:1-14 or Lamentations 3:1-9, 19-24
- Psalm: Psalm 31:1-4, 15-16
- New Testament: 1 Peter 4:1-8
- Gospel: Matthew 27:57-66 or John 19:38-42
No episodes found for this week.
Resurrection of the Lord
Sunday 16 April 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: * Acts 10:34-43 or Isaiah 65:17-25
- Psalm: Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24
- New Testament: 1 Corinthians 15:19-26 or Acts 10:34-43
- Gospel: John 20:1-18 or Luke 24:1-12
C118 Easter Sunday
Kylie and Robyn explore Isa 65:17-25; 1 Cor 15:19-26; and John 20:1-18, focusing on resurrection meaning, proclamation, and transformation. Mention: Women Remembered by Bond & Taylor.
C218 Easter Sunday
Robyn and Dorothy discuss Luke 24:1-12, John 20:1-18, Acts 10:34-43. Themes: resurrection imagery, early Christian proclamation.
Second Sunday of Easter
Sunday 23 April 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: * Acts 5:27-32
- Psalm: Psalm 118:14-29 or Psalm 150
- New Testament: Revelation 1:4-8
- Gospel: John 20:19-31
C119 Easter 2
Robyn and U-Wen reflect on Acts 5:27-32, Revelation 1:4-8, and John 20:19-31. Themes: resurrection witness, forgiveness, early Christian proclamation. Mentioned: Willie Jennings, Moloney’s Reading Revelation at Easter, Unveiling Apocalypse podcast.
C219 Easter 2
Robyn and Dorothy Lee discuss John 20:19-31, Revelation 1:4-8, Acts 5:27-32. Mentioned: Candida Moss, Lynn Huber.
Third Sunday of Easter
Sunday 30 April 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: * Acts 9:1-6, (7-20)
- Psalm: Psalm 30
- New Testament: Revelation 5:11-14
- Gospel: John 21:1-19
C120 Easter 3
U-Wen and Robyn discuss Ananias and Saul (Acts 9:1-20), Peter’s restoration (John 21:1-19), and cosmic worship (Revelation 5:11-14). Mention: Ian Paul’s blog.
C221 Easter 3
Dorothy Lee and Robyn discuss John 21:1-19, Psalm 30, Acts 9:1-20, and Revelation 5:11-14. Themes: call, transformation, commissioning.
Fourth Sunday of Easter
Sunday 07 May 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: * Acts 9:36-43
- Psalm: Psalm 23
- New Testament: Revelation 7:9-17
- Gospel: John 10:22-30
C121 Easter 4
Robyn and Fran discuss Acts 9:36-43, Revelation 7:9-17, and John 10:22-30. Mention: Willie Jennings' Acts commentary.
C222 Easter 4
Fifth Sunday of Easter
Sunday 14 May 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: * Acts 11:1-18
- Psalm: Psalm 148
- New Testament: Revelation 21:1-6
- Gospel: John 13:31-35
C122 Easter 5
Fran and Monica discuss Acts 11:1-18; Psalm 148; and John 13:31-35.
C223 Easter 5
Sally and Robyn discuss the new commandment (John 13:31-35), visions of the kingdom in Revelation 21:1-6, Acts 11:1-18, and Psalm 148.
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Sunday 21 May 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: * Acts 16:9-15
- Psalm: Psalm 67
- New Testament: Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5
- Gospel: John 14:23-29 or John 5:1-9
C123 Easter 6
Sally and Robyn discuss the Holy Spirit, Lydia, New Jerusalem, and John 5:1-9/14:23-29.
C224 Easter 6
Robyn and Brendan Byrne discuss John 5:1-9, John 14:23-29, Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5, and Psalm 67. Social justice and God's movement toward creation.
Ascension of the Lord
Thursday 25 May 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: * Acts 1:1-11
- Psalm: Psalm 47 or Psalm 93
- New Testament: Ephesians 1:15-23
- Gospel: Luke 24:44-53
No episodes found for this week.
Seventh Sunday of Easter
Sunday 28 May 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: * Acts 16:16-34
- Psalm: Psalm 97
- New Testament: Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21
- Gospel: John 17:20-26
C124 Easter 7
Monica and U-Wen discuss Acts 16:16-34, Psalm 97, and Revelation 22:12-21.
C225 Easter 7
Fran and Robyn discuss John 17:20-26, Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21, and Acts 16:16-34. Mentioned: Willy Jennings' Acts Commentary; Dorothy Lee’s The Gospels Speak.
Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth
Wednesday 31 May 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: * 1 Samuel 2:1-10
- Psalm: Psalm 113
- New Testament: Romans 12:9-16b
- Gospel: Luke 1:39-57
No episodes found for this week.
Day of Pentecost
Sunday 04 June 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: * Acts 2:1-21 or Genesis 11:1-9
- Psalm: Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
- New Testament: Romans 8:14-17 or Acts 2:1-21
- Gospel: John 14:8-17, (25-27)
C125 Pentecost
Fran and Robyn explore Genesis 11:1-9, Acts 2:1-21, Romans 8:14-17, and John 14:8-17. Themes: Spirit, unity, mission.
C226 Pentecost
Robyn Whitaker is joined by Daniel Sihombing to discuss the Spirit in Acts 2:1-21, Genesis 11:1-9, Psalm 104:24-35, Romans 8:14-17, and John 14:8-17.
Trinity Sunday
Sunday 11 June 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31
- Psalm: Psalm 8
- New Testament: Romans 5:1-5
- Gospel: John 16:12-15
C126 Trinity Sunday
Carolyn and Sean discuss Proverbs 8:1-4,22-31; Romans 5:1-5; and John 16:12-15. Themes: Wisdom, Spirit, creation, suffering.
C227 Trinity Sunday
Sally and Fran discuss Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31; Romans 5:1-5; John 16:12-15. We mention Sally's book Jesus Sophia, Nomad podcast, and Ben Myers' Tweeting the Trinity.
UCA Anniversary
Thursday 22 June 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: 2 Chronicles 30:1-9
- Psalm: Psalm 100
- New Testament: Ephesians 2:19-22
- Gospel: John 17:1-11
Proper 6 (11)
Sunday 18 June 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: 1 Kings 21:1-10, (11-14), 15-21a Psalm 5:1-8
- Psalm: 2 Samuel 11:26-12:10, 13-15 Psalm 32
- New Testament: Galatians 2:15-21
- Gospel: Luke 7:36-8:3
No episodes found for this week.
Uniting World Sunday
Sunday 25 June 2028
Proper 7 (12)
Sunday 25 June 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: 1 Kings 19:1-4, (5-7), 8-15a
- Psalm: Psalm 42 and 43
- New Testament: Galatians 3:23-29
- Gospel: Luke 8:26-39
C127 Pentecost 2
Sean and Carolyn explore Elijah’s encounter with God (1 Kings 19), unity in Christ (Galatians 3), and the Gerasene demoniac (Luke 8:26-39).
C228 Pentecost 2 (Proper 7)
Fran and Sally discuss 1 Kings 19.1-15, Psalm 42, Galatians 3.23-29, and Luke 8.26-39, exploring themes of silence, imagery of God, and the problem of evil.
Proper 8 (13)
Sunday 02 July 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14
- Psalm: Psalm 77:1-2, 11-20
- New Testament: Galatians 5:1, 13-25
- Gospel: Luke 9:51-62
C128 Pentecost 3
Kylie and Fran discuss Elijah and Elisha (2 Kings 2), the call to follow Jesus in Luke 9:51-62, and the fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5).
C229 Pentecost 3 (Proper 8)
Robyn and Brendan discuss 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14; Galatians 5:1, 13-25; and Luke 9:51-62. We discuss the echoes of the Elijah/Elisha tradition, prophetic transitions, and the demands of following Jesus.
Proper 9 (14)
Sunday 09 July 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: 2 Kings 5:1-14
- Psalm: Psalm 30
- New Testament: Galatians 6:(1-6), 7-16
- Gospel: Luke 10:1-11, 16-20
C129 Pentecost 4
Fran and Howard discuss the healing of Naaman (2 Kings 5) and the sending of the 72 in Luke 10. Themes: humility, cross-cultural wisdom, mission.
C230 Pentecost 4 (Proper 9)
Monica and Robyn discuss Naaman (2 Kings 5), Psalm 30, and Luke 10:1-11,16-20.
Intercultural Neighbouring Sunday
Sunday 16 July 2028
Proper 10 (15)
Sunday 16 July 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Amos 7:7-17
- Psalm: Psalm 82
- New Testament: Colossians 1:1-14
- Gospel: Luke 10:25-37
C130 Pentecost 5
U-Wen and Fran explore Amos 7:7-17, Psalm 82, and Luke 10:25-37. Mention: Brendan Byrne's 'The Hospitality of God'.
C231 Pentecost 5
Fran and Howard discuss Amos 7:7-17; Psalm 82; Luke 10:25-37.
Proper 11 (16)
Sunday 23 July 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Amos 8:1-12
- Psalm: Psalm 52
- New Testament: Colossians 1:15-28
- Gospel: Luke 10:38-42
C131 Pentecost 6
Fran and U-Wen explore Amos 8:1-12, Colossians 1:15-28, and Luke 10:38-42. Themes: misuse of power, Christology, and women disciples.
C232 Pentecost 6
Sally and Monica reflect on Amos 8:1-12; Psalm 52; Colossians 1:15-28; Luke 10:38-42.
Proper 12 (17)
Sunday 30 July 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Hosea 1:2-10
- Psalm: Psalm 85
- New Testament: Colossians 2:6-15, (16-19)
- Gospel: Luke 11:1-13
C132 Pentecost 7
Rachel and Fran discuss Hosea 1:2-10 and Luke 11:1-13. Mention: Rowan Williams' 'Being Christian'.
C233 Pentecost 7
Hosea 1:2-10; Psalm 85; Colossians 2:6-15; Luke 11:1-13.
Proper 13 (18)
Sunday 06 August 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Hosea 11:1-11
- Psalm: Psalm 107:1-9, 43
- New Testament: Colossians 3:1-11
- Gospel: Luke 12:13-21
C133 Pentecost 8
Fran and Monica explore Hosea 11:1-11 and Luke 12:13-21, engaging with imagery of divine compassion and warnings about greed.
C234 Pentecost 8
Howard and Sally discuss Hosea 11.1-11, Psalm 107.1-9,43, Colossians 3.1-11(12), Luke 12.13-21.
Proper 14 (19)
Sunday 13 August 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 1:1, 10-20
- Psalm: Psalm 50:1-8, 22-23
- New Testament: Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16
- Gospel: Luke 12:32-40
C134 Pentecost 9
Monica and Robyn discuss Psalm 50:1-8,22-23; Isaiah 1:1,10-20; Hebrews 11:1-3,8-16; and Luke 12:32-40. Themes: justice, worship, trust, God’s generosity.
C235 Pentecost 9
Robyn and Kristel Clayville discuss Isaiah 1:1,10-20; Hebrews 11:1-3,8-16; Luke 12:32-40.
Proper 15 (20)
Sunday 20 August 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 5:1-7
- Psalm: Psalm 80:1-2, 8-19
- New Testament: Hebrews 11:29-12:2
- Gospel: Luke 12:49-56
C135 Pentecost 10
Gerald West joins Monica and Robyn to discuss Isaiah 5:1-7, Psalm 80, Hebrews 11:29–12:2, and Luke 12:49-56. Themes: justice, accountability, judgement, and active faith.
C236 Pentecost 10
Sally and Monica reflect on Isaiah 5:1-7; Psalm 80:1-2,8-19; Hebrews 11:29-12:2; Luke 12:49-56. Justice, division, Gaza context.
Frontier Services Sunday
Sunday 27 August 2028
Feast of Creation
Friday 1 September 2028
Proper 16 (21)
Sunday 27 August 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Jeremiah 1:4-10
- Psalm: Psalm 71:1-6
- New Testament: Hebrews 12:18-29
- Gospel: Luke 13:10-17
C136 Pentecost 11 (Ordinary 21)
Howard and Robyn discuss prophetic call, divine initiative, and hope in the midst of struggle in Jeremiah 1:4-10. In Luke 13:10-17, Jesus releases a bent-over woman, embodying Sabbath as liberation.
C237 Pentecost 11
Sally and Monica reflect on Jeremiah 1:4-10; Psalm 71:1-6; Hebrews 12:18-29; Luke 13:10-17.
1st Sunday in Creation – Ocean
Sunday 3 September 2028
Proper 17 (22)
Sunday 03 September 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Jeremiah 2:4-13
- Psalm: Psalm 81:1, 10-16
- New Testament: Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16
- Gospel: Luke 14:1, 7-14
C137 Pentecost 12
Sally and Robyn explore vulnerability of God in Jer 2:4-13; and humility/exaltation in Luke 14:1,7-14.
C238 Pentecost 12
Rachel and Sally explore Jeremiah 2.4-13, Hebrews 13.1-8, 15-16, and Luke 14:1,7-14, discussing hospitality, nourishment, and Jesus’ challenge to status expectations.
2nd Sunday in Creation – Fauna & Flora
Sunday 10 September 2028
Proper 18 (23)
Sunday 10 September 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Jeremiah 18:1-11
- Psalm: Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18
- New Testament: Philemon 1:1-21
- Gospel: Luke 14:25-33
C138 Pentecost 13 (Ordinary 23)
Sally and Howard explore Jer 18:1-11; Philemon 1:1-21; Luke 14:25-33.
C239 Pentecost 13
Sandy and Adrian discuss Jeremiah 18:1-11 and Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18.
3rd Sunday in Creation – Storm
Sunday 17 September 2028
Holy Cross
Thursday 14 September 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Numbers 21:4b-9
- Psalm: Psalm 98:1-5 or Psalm 78:1-2, 34-38
- New Testament: 1 Corinthians 1:18-24
- Gospel: John 3:13-17
No episodes found for this week.
Proper 19 (24)
Sunday 17 September 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Jeremiah 4:11-12
- Psalm: 22-28 Psalm 14
- New Testament: 1 Timothy 1:12-17
- Gospel: Luke 15:1-10
C139 Pentecost 14
U-Wen and Fran discuss 1 Tim 1:12-17 and Luke 15:1-10; Robyn and Liz explore Jeremiah 4:11-12,22-28.
C240 Pentecost 14
Sandy and Adrian discuss Jeremiah 4:11-12,22-28; Psalm 14 and Luke 15:1-10.
4th Sunday in Creation – Cosmos
Sunday 24 September 2028
Proper 20 (25)
Sunday 24 September 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Jeremiah 8:18-9:1
- Psalm: Psalm 79:1-9
- New Testament: 1 Timothy 2:1-7
- Gospel: Luke 16:1-13
C140 Pentecost 15 (Proper 20)
U-Wen and Fran explore 1 Timothy 2:1-7 and Luke 16:1-13; Robyn and Liz Boase discuss Jeremiah 8:18–9:1.
C241 Pentecost 15
Howard Wallace and Sally Douglas discuss Jeremiah 8:18-9:1, Psalm 79:1-9, 1 Tim 2:1-7, and Luke 16:1-13.
St Francis Day
Sunday 1 October 2028
Blessing of the Animals
Sunday 1 October 2028
Proper 21 (26)
Sunday 01 October 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15
- Psalm: Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16
- New Testament: 1 Timothy 6:6-19
- Gospel: Luke 16:19-31
C141 Pentecost 16 (Proper 21)
Guest John Squires joins to explore Jer 32:1-3a,6-15; 1 Tim 6:6-19; and Luke 16:19-31.
C242 Pentecost 17
Rev Sandy Brodine and Rev Brendan Byrne discuss Lamentations 1:1-6, 2 Timothy 1:1-14 and Luke 17:5-10.
Proper 22 (27)
Sunday 08 October 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Lamentations 1:1-6
- Psalm: Lamentations 3:19-26 or Psalm 137
- New Testament: 2 Timothy 1:1-14
- Gospel: Luke 17:5-10
C142 Pentecost 17 (Proper 22)
Rachel, Robyn, and Howard explore lament as faithful response (Lam 1:1-6; 3:19-26; Psalm 137; Luke 17:5-10).
C246 After Pentecost 20
Kylie Crabbe and Rev Rachel Kronberger discuss Joel 2:23-32 and Luke 18:9-14. Themes include communal repentance, insiders and outsiders, Pharisees, tax collectors, reversal and restoration.
Anniversary of the National Apology to Survivors of Institutional Child Sexual Abuse
Sunday 15 October 2028
Canadian Thanksgiving Day
Monday 09 October 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Deuteronomy 26:1-11
- Psalm: Psalm 100
- New Testament: Philippians 4:4-9
- Gospel: John 6:25-35
No episodes found for this week.
Proper 23 (28)
Sunday 15 October 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Jeremiah 29:1
- Psalm: 4-7 Psalm 66:1-12
- New Testament: 2 Timothy 2:8-15
- Gospel: Luke 17:11-19
C143 Pentecost 18 (Proper 23)
Howard, Robyn, and Rachel explore healing, cleansing, and thanksgiving (Jer 28:1,4-6; 2 Tim 2:8-15; Luke 17:11-19).
C247 After Pentecost 21
Themes include: finding hope in turbulent political times, eschatology, communal conversion, salvation for Zacchaeus, meals, Lukan triangles, and Brendan Byrne's commentary The Hospitality of God.
Proper 24 (29)
Sunday 22 October 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Jeremiah 31:27-34
- Psalm: Psalm 119:97-104
- New Testament: 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5
- Gospel: Luke 18:1-8
C144 Pentecost 19
Sean and Monica explore covenant, justice, faithfulness, and the parable of the Unjust Judge (Jer 31:27–34; Psalm 119; Luke 18:1–8).
C248 Pentecost 22
Daniel Sihombing and Sandy Brodine discuss Haggai 1:15-2:9; Psalm 145:1-5, 17-21; 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-7; and Luke 20:27-38.
Proper 25 (30)
Sunday 29 October 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Joel 2:23-32
- Psalm: Psalm 65
- New Testament: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18
- Gospel: Luke 18:9-14
C145 Pentecost 20
Kylie and Fran discuss Joel 2:23-32 and Luke 18:9-14. Mention: Serene Jones and Enoch Seminar resources.
C249 Pentecost 23
Howard Wallace and Brendan Byrne discuss Isaiah 65:17-25, Isaiah 12 and Luke 21:5-19.
All Saints Day
Wednesday 01 November 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Daniel 7:1-3, 15-18
- Psalm: Psalm 149
- New Testament: Ephesians 1:11-23
- Gospel: Luke 6:20-31
No episodes found for this week.
Proper 26 (31)
Sunday 05 November 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4
- Psalm: Psalm 119:137-144
- New Testament: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12
- Gospel: Luke 19:1-10
C146 Pentecost 21
Fran and Kylie focus on Habakkuk 1:2-4, 2:1-4 and Luke 19:1-10. Mention: Byrne’s The Hospitality of God.
Proper 27 (32)
Sunday 12 November 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Haggai 1:15b-2:9
- Psalm: Psalm 145:1-5, 17-21 or Psalm 98
- New Testament: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17
- Gospel: Luke 20:27-38
C147 Pentecost 22
Robyn and U-Wen explore Haggai 1:15b-2:9, Luke 20:27-38, and 2 Thess 1:1-5, 13-17. Themes: resurrection, afterlife, tradition.
Proper 28 (33)
Sunday 19 November 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Isaiah 65:17-25
- Psalm: Isaiah 12
- New Testament: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13
- Gospel: Luke 21:5-19
C148 Pentecost 23
Apocalyptic themes for end of year. Robyn and Sean explore Isaiah 65:17-25, 2 Thess 3:6-13, and Luke 21:5-19.
Thanksgiving Day
Thursday 23 November 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Deuteronomy 26:1-11
- Psalm: Psalm 100
- New Testament: Philippians 4:4-9
- Gospel: John 6:25-35
No episodes found for this week.
Reign of Christ - Proper 29 (34)
Sunday 26 November 2028
Readings
- Old Testament: Jeremiah 23:1-6
- Psalm: Luke 1:68-79
- New Testament: Colossians 1:11-20
- Gospel: Luke 23:33-43
C 250 Reign of Christ
Robyn and Fran discuss Jeremiah 23:1-6; Colossians 1:11-20 and Luke 23:33-43, and bid farewell for now, as By the Well pauses.