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 Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – Second Reading – 07/12/2026 -
06/24/2026
Paul gives us yet another somewhat complicated theological musing this time on the role of redemptive suffering in our lives. This podcast will help provide clarity from Paul’s complexity.
Paul gives us yet another somewhat complicated theological musing this time on the role of redemptive suffering in our lives. This podcast will help provide clarity from Paul’s complexity.
The Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – First Reading – 07/12/2026 -
06/24/2026
We’re back with our old friend, the Prophet Isaiah, who poetically promises the powerful potency of God’s word. Say that three times real fast.
We’re back with our old friend, the Prophet Isaiah, who poetically promises the powerful potency of God’s word. Say that three times real fast.
The Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – First Reading – 07/05/2026 -
06/24/2026
We have a joyous prophecy from the Prophet Zecharia, that foretells better times for the ancient Israelites, as well as Jesus’s entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday.
We have a joyous prophecy from the Prophet Zecharia, that foretells better times for the ancient Israelites, as well as Jesus’s entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday.
The Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – Second Reading – 07/05/2026 -
06/24/2026
Paul gives us another somewhat complicated theological exhortation this time on the human condition’s inherent conflict between the flesh and the Spirit. This podcast will help provide clarity from Paul’s complexity.
Paul gives us another somewhat complicated theological exhortation this time on the human condition’s inherent conflict between the flesh and the Spirit. This podcast will help provide clarity from Paul’s complexity.
The Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – Second Reading – 06/28/2026 -
06/22/2026
Paul gives us a somewhat complicated theological exhortation on baptism and our new life in Jesus Christ. This podcast will help provide clarity from Paul’s complexity.
Paul gives us a somewhat complicated theological exhortation on baptism and our new life in Jesus Christ. This podcast will help provide clarity from Paul’s complexity.
The Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – First Reading – 06/28/2026 -
06/22/2026
We have a great story with the prophet Elisha, his servant Gehazi, and an unnamed woman of influence, with minimalist dialogue, and a wonderful twist of a happy ending.
We have a great story with the prophet Elisha, his servant Gehazi, and an unnamed woman of influence, with minimalist dialogue, and a wonderful twist of a happy ending.
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.
