Catholic Bible & Saint Stories for Kids

In this fun story, Dave Staples leads kids and parents into the Gospel story of Zacchaeus, using an imaginative, Ignatian-style meditation designed for families. Together, listeners enter the crowded streets of Jericho, look up into the sycamore tree, and experience what it’s like to be seen and called by Jesus. This prayerful story gently invites reflection on mercy, repentance, and joy, making i...

The Wedding at Cana: When Jesus Turned Worry into Joy At a joyful wedding feast in Cana, everything is about to go wrong. The wine is running out, worry is spreading, and a family faces potential shame and embarrassment - until Jesus steps in... Enjoy! In this episode, I tell the story of Jesus’ first miracle as a story meant to be heard by families. Children are invited into the tension of the mo...

Go to the Jordan River and join Jesus for his Baptism! Witness the miracles which happen as John the Baptist sends him into the waters! What does this say about you and your Baptism?? If you have some time after you're done, have a great conversation using these questions, or click here to check out a photo of the spot where this all took place on my community page! Great family convo questions: W...

This episode offers a Catholic Bible story for family prayer, created especially for parents and children to listen to together. Through imaginative storytelling based on the Gospel accounts, families meet John the Baptist and reflect on repentance, hope, and preparing their hearts for Jesus. This episode is well suited for: Family prayer time Bedtime or quiet moments Car rides to sports Homeschoo...