Bob the Lector Podcasts
Each week, Bob the Lector releases two podcast episodes -- one for each of the Sunday readings. Bob begins with his reading of the Scripture, followed by reflection and discussion about tone, pace, and meaning.Episodes are available to stream or download right here, and you can find them on Apple and other podcast platforms.
The Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time – Second Reading – 06/21/2026 -
06/14/2026
Paul starts out with a complex theological dissertation on original sin and finishes with jubilant good news of our salvation through Jesus Christ.
Paul starts out with a complex theological dissertation on original sin and finishes with jubilant good news of our salvation through Jesus Christ.
The Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time – First Reading – 06/21/2026 -
06/14/2026
The Prophet Jeremiah is a veritable force of nature, blasting the powers that be for their false prophesying. Yet, we see his internal fear and anxiety after suffering harsh retribution for speaking the truth. Nonetheless, he is unbowed, showing by example that those who trust in the Lord will not be put to shame.
The Prophet Jeremiah is a veritable force of nature, blasting the powers that be for their false prophesying. Yet, we see his internal fear and anxiety after suffering harsh retribution for speaking the truth. Nonetheless, he is unbowed, showing by example that those who trust in the Lord will not be put to shame.
The Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time – First Reading – 06/14/2026 -
06/09/2026
With this foundational moment in salvation history, God formalizes his covenant with the Israelites, setting the stage for the establishment of His New Covenant with us, through Jesus Christ.
With this foundational moment in salvation history, God formalizes his covenant with the Israelites, setting the stage for the establishment of His New Covenant with us, through Jesus Christ.
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ – Second Reading – 06/07/2026 -
05/13/2026
Paul tells us of our mystical union with Jesus Christ through the Eucharist, and the resulting unification of our Christian community.
Paul tells us of our mystical union with Jesus Christ through the Eucharist, and the resulting unification of our Christian community.
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ – First Reading – 06/07/2026 -
05/12/2026
Moses reminds the Israelites how God saved them with life giving bread from heaven, a precursor to the coming of Christ in the Eucharist.
Moses reminds the Israelites how God saved them with life giving bread from heaven, a precursor to the coming of Christ in the Eucharist.
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity – Second Reading – 05/31/2026 -
05/12/2026
Paul gently exhorts a young community to mend their ways and support each other. He closes with a message of sweet affection. We all can use a little of both every now and then.
Paul gently exhorts a young community to mend their ways and support each other. He closes with a message of sweet affection. We all can use a little of both every now and then.
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity – First Reading – 05/31/2026 -
05/12/2026
A couple Exodus chapters back, the Israelites kicked God to the curb in favor of a golden calf. This reading is startling illustration of God’s fidelity as a response to human infidelity. This podcast will help you proclaim this reading specifically to those most in need of God’s mercy and forgiveness.
A couple Exodus chapters back, the Israelites kicked God to the curb in favor of a golden calf. This reading is startling illustration of God’s fidelity as a response to human infidelity. This podcast will help you proclaim this reading specifically to those most in need of God’s mercy and forgiveness.
Pentecost Sunday – Second Reading – 05/24/2026 -
05/12/2026
Peter writes to a community struggling with division and disunity. Sound familiar?
Peter writes to a community struggling with division and disunity. Sound familiar?
Pentecost Sunday – First Reading – 05/24/2026 -
05/12/2026
Happy birthday! It’s Pentecost, the birth of the Church. This is an electrifying reading with lots of exciting action.
Happy birthday! It’s Pentecost, the birth of the Church. This is an electrifying reading with lots of exciting action.
The Seventh Sunday of Easter – Second Reading – 05/17/2026 -
05/10/2026
Peter’s letter to the churches in Asia Minor encouragers his readers, and your listeners, to persevere through their personal crosses of redemptive suffering, following Christ’s example. Also, consider Bob’s suggestion for how to present this reading’s one particularly challenging sentence.
Peter’s letter to the churches in Asia Minor encouragers his readers, and your listeners, to persevere through their personal crosses of redemptive suffering, following Christ’s example. Also, consider Bob’s suggestion for how to present this reading’s one particularly challenging sentence.
