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Join Pastor Wright and Vicar Hill as they discuss Jesus' continued claim of being the bread of life, who has come down from heaven.  Who is Jesus to make such a claim?  How do the Jews of the text deal with Jesus?  How are we to deal with Jesus in His offer of being our bread of life?  These and other questions are addressed in this episode. Feel free to contact us at Getwright...

Readings for the 11th Sunday after Pentecost Old Testament  1 Kings 19:1–8 Epistle  Ephesians 4:17–5:2 Gospel  John 6:35–51

In this episode Pastor Wright and Vicar Hill discuss the crowds from the feeding of the 5000 chasing after Jesus.  What are they really asking for?  How often do we miss Jesus' real offer?  Are the crowds wrong for seeking Jesus to feed them again?  These questions and more are discussed through this episode "Free Lunch?" Feel free to contact us at Getwrightforsunday@gmail.com...

The Readings for the 10th Sunday after Pentecost Old Testament  Exodus 16:2–15 Epistle  Ephesians 4:1–16 Gospel  John 6:22–35

The Readings for the 9th Sunday after Pentecost: Old Testament  Genesis 9:8–17 Epistle  Ephesians 3:14–21 Gospel  Mark 6:45–56

Sometimes God works in mysterious ways...and sometimes he is too practical for us. Pastor Wright, Vicar Leeper, and Vicar Hill all discuss Jesus walking on water, looking at why he did it and what it means for us. What if God's practical solutions are so direct, we would never come up with them ourselves?  Feel free to contact us at Getwrightforsunday@gmail.com with any comments, questions, c...

In this conversation Vicar Leeper, Vicar Hill, and Pastor Wright look into what the Prophet Jeremiah has to say concerning God bringing good shepherds and the Good Shepherd for His people.  What does it look like to have God's word given and delivered for the life of the church.  How are we to listen to God through His preachers?  These questions and more are discussed through this...

The Readings for the 8th Sunday after Pentecost Old Testament  Jeremiah 23:1–6 Epistle               Ephesians 2:11–22 Gospel              St. Mark 6:30–44

Meet the new vicar and co-host of Get Wright for Sunday, Chris Hill! Vicar-Elect Hill begins his year-long vicarage here at Holy Cross Lutheran Church next week, so this is your chance to get to know a bit about him before he starts. Vicar Leeper and Pastor Wright talk to Vicar-Elect Hill about where he is from, his church background, and what he is looking forward to over the next year. You won't...

A fearless prophet. A megalomaniac king. A devious lover. All players in the drama of the beheading of John the Baptist told in the Gospel of Mark. Today, Pastor Wright and Vicar Leeper examine this event to see what law and gospel can be found here. Do all Bible Stories have a happy ending? What does the beheading of John the Baptist have to do with you? Join the conversation today! Feel free to...

The Readings for the 7th Sunday after Pentecost Old Testament  Amos 7:7–15 Epistle  Ephesians 1:3–14 Gospel  Mark 6:14–29

The Readings for the 6th Sunday after Pentecsost Old Testament  Ezekiel 2:1–5 Epistle              2 Corinthians 12:1–10 Gospel              St. Mark 6:1–13

What happens when Jesus goes home?  Why is He only able to do a few miracles?  What does it mean Jesus still comes to those who think they know Him?  How do we as the Church still need to learn who Jesus is?  These and other questions are discussed by Pastor Wright and Vicar Leeper in this episode. Feel free to contact us at Getwrightforsunday@gmail.com with any comments, quest...

The Readings for the 5th Sunday after Pentecost Old Testament  Lamentations 3:22–33 Epistle              2 Corinthians 8:1–9, 13–15 Gospel              St. Mark 5:21–43

Ever been in a rush?  What if someone's life was on the line?  In this episode Vicar Leeper and Pastor Wright discuss the miracles Jesus preforms in St. Mark 5.  How do we deal with Jesus taking time to talk to a woman who touched him in a crowd?  What about the father waiting for Jesus to heal his dying daughter?  These questions and more are dealt with in this episode. &...

"What have I gotten myself into?" That was the question running through the disciples' heads after they woke him up at sea, only to see him calm the storm they were in. What kind of person does this? Who commands creation with the confidence of God answering Job? Listen to this week's episode to find out! Feel free to contact us at Getwrightforsunday@gmail.com with any comments, questions, challen...

The Readings for the 4th Sunday after Pentecost Old Testament  Job 38:1–11 Psalm  Psalm 124 Epistle  2 Corinthians 6:1–13 Gospel  Mark 4:35–41

In this episode I am joined by Seminarian Brandon Johnson, and Vicar Leeper to explore Jesus' parable of planting seeds of faith.  We will wrestle with what is faith, how to grow in faith, along with what it is to live in faith.  How do we trust in God's work in Jesus as He provides faith through the Holy Ghost, to live in His promises.    Feel free to contact us at Getwrightfo...

The Readings for the 3rd Sunday after Pentecost Old Testament  Ezekiel 17:22–24 Epistle  2 Corinthians 5:1–10 (11–17) Gospel  St. Mark 4:26–34

What is the unforgivable sin - and can it be forgiven? Pastor Wright and Vicar Leeper talk about how Jesus' family got in the way of his ministry, making excuses for Jesus. In the face of an outrageous accusation, Jesus talks about blaspheming the Holy Spirit - saying that the person who does that will not have forgiveness. What does Jesus mean, and why is that so unforgivable? How can we stop mak...

The readings for this week are: Genesis 3:8–15 2 Corinthians 4:13–5:1 Mark 3:20–35

In this episode, Rev. Dr. Leopoldo Sanchez of Concordia Seminary joins Pastor Wright, along with Vicar Leeper, to discuss the wonderment of the Holy Trinity.  Dr. Sanchez brings to light how God - Father, Son, and Holy Ghost - deals with His creatures.  Listen in to hear Dr. Sanchez's wonderful way of bringing the mystery of the Trinity down to earth within this discussion! Feel free to...

The readings for this week are: Isaiah 6:1–8 Acts 2:14a, 22–36 John 3:1–17

To prepare for the feast of Pentecost, Pastor Wright and Vicar Leeper explore the strange and miraculous coming of the Holy Spirit in Acts 2. What does it mean for the Holy Spirit to come - to the apostles and to us? Listen today to learn about the good news proclaimed in all tongues for all nations! Feel free to contact us at Getwrightforsunday@gmail.com with any comments, questions, challenges,...

The readings for this week are:  Ezekiel 37:1–14 Acts 2:1–21 John 15:26–27; 16:4b–15