Episode 15: David the Shepherd Boy

Read by: Noel Steinbeck, St. Patrick teen lector

Welcome to the Bible Storytime podcast, a production of St. Patrick Catholic Community. https://stpatcc.org/ David has seven older, stronger, more mature brothers, and yet it is David who is anointed by Samuel for a very special mission. God knows young people with open hearts can do important things.

We believe in sharing the stories of the Bible with the next generation. By telling our shared “family stories,” we may learn better how God wishes to work in our lives. This project brings together adult and teen lectors from our community, staff and clergy to tell these exciting and dramatic stories, particularly to children ages 3-8, but to be enjoyed by all.  

These stories come from the Read-Aloud Book of Bible Stories written by Amy Steedman and published by Sophia Institute Press. https://www.sophiainstitute.com/. 

This episode was engineered by Chad Carpenter and features original music by Payton Bagshaw. 

This project is made possible by our community’s faithful Giving, Praying, and Serving. It is our gift to help you strengthen your journey as a Christian Disciple in Mission. 

Episode 14: Jonathan the Soldier Prince

Read by: Nick Pajic, St. Patrick lector

Welcome to the Bible Storytime podcast, a production of St. Patrick Catholic Community. https://stpatcc.org/ Jonathan is the son of King Saul, tall and handsome and brave as a lion and best of all, he had a heart as true as steel. In today’s episode, we find out what happens when this young prince leads the king’s army.

We believe in sharing the stories of the Bible with the next generation. By telling our shared “family stories,” we may learn better how God wishes to work in our lives. This project brings together adult and teen lectors from our community, staff and clergy to tell these exciting and dramatic stories, particularly to children ages 3-8, but to be enjoyed by all.  

These stories come from the Read-Aloud Book of Bible Stories written by Amy Steedman and published by Sophia Institute Press. https://www.sophiainstitute.com/. 

This episode was engineered by Chad Carpenter and features original music by Payton Bagshaw. 

This project is made possible by our community’s faithful Giving, Praying, and Serving. It is our gift to help you strengthen your journey as a Christian Disciple in Mission. 

Episode 13: Samuel the Little Server

Read by: Cheryl Cook, St. Patrick lector

Welcome to the Bible Storytime podcast, a production of St. Patrick Catholic Community. https://stpatcc.org/ In today’s episode we meet Samuel, a boy who heard God calling him, and inspired the song “Here I Am, Lord.”

We believe in sharing the stories of the Bible with the next generation. By telling our shared “family stories,” we may learn better how God wishes to work in our lives. This project brings together adult and teen lectors from our community, staff and clergy to tell these exciting and dramatic stories, particularly to children ages 3-8, but to be enjoyed by all.  

These stories come from the Read-Aloud Book of Bible Stories written by Amy Steedman and published by Sophia Institute Press. https://www.sophiainstitute.com/. 

This episode was engineered by Chad Carpenter and features original music by Payton Bagshaw. 

This project is made possible by our community’s faithful Giving, Praying, and Serving. It is our gift to help you strengthen your journey as a Christian Disciple in Mission. 

Episode 12: Ruth the Gleaner

Read by: Katrina Chin, St. Patrick teen lector

Welcome to the Bible Storytime podcast, a production of St. Patrick Catholic Community. https://stpatcc.org/ A gleaner is someone who gathers, and for Ruth the Gleaner, it can be said that she gathers love. Ruth’s big heart drew her to marriage, to loyalty to her mother-in-law, through heartbreak, into a new land, and once again to romantic love. Hold on tight for this Biblical fairytale!

We believe in sharing the stories of the Bible with the next generation. By telling our shared “family stories,” we may learn better how God wishes to work in our lives. This project brings together adult and teen lectors from our community, staff and clergy to tell these exciting and dramatic stories, particularly to children ages 3-8, but to be enjoyed by all.  

These stories come from the Read-Aloud Book of Bible Stories written by Amy Steedman and published by Sophia Institute Press. https://www.sophiainstitute.com/. 

This episode was engineered by Chad Carpenter and features original music by Payton Bagshaw. 

This project is made possible by our community’s faithful Giving, Praying, and Serving. It is our gift to help you strengthen your journey as a Christian Disciple in Mission. 

Episode 11: Gideon the Soldier

Read by: Jacob DeRusha, St. Patrick staff 

Welcome to the Bible Storytime podcast, a production of St. Patrick Catholic Community. https://stpatcc.org/ Gideon the upright is called by an angel of God to a great task. Gideon tests God to be sure the message is real. When he is certain of his call, Gideon takes on a very difficult task. In the end, when most of his followers have abandoned the cause, who will get the glory?

We believe in sharing the stories of the Bible with the next generation. By telling our shared “family stories,” we may learn better how God wishes to work in our lives. This project brings together adult and teen lectors from our community, staff and clergy to tell these exciting and dramatic stories, particularly to children ages 3-8, but to be enjoyed by all.  

These stories come from the Read-Aloud Book of Bible Stories written by Amy Steedman and published by Sophia Institute Press. https://www.sophiainstitute.com/. 

This episode was engineered by Chad Carpenter and features original music by Payton Bagshaw. 

This project is made possible by our community’s faithful Giving, Praying, and Serving. It is our gift to help you strengthen your journey as a Christian Disciple in Mission. 

Episode 10: The Story of the Spies

Read by: Anne Jacobson, St. Patrick lector 

Welcome to the Bible Storytime podcast, a production of St. Patrick Catholic Community. https://stpatcc.org/ Everyone loves a good spy story! In today’s episode, as soon as the sun began to sink and the dusk crept on, two spies crept through the open gate, hoping that no one would notice them as they mixed with the crowd. The spies were sent by the new leader of the Israelites. The gate they crept through leads into the magnificent city of Jericho. Let’s find out what happens next!

We believe in sharing the stories of the Bible with the next generation. By telling our shared “family stories,” we may learn better how God wishes to work in our lives. This project brings together adult and teen lectors from our community, staff and clergy to tell these exciting and dramatic stories, particularly to children ages 3-8, but to be enjoyed by all.  

These stories come from the Read-Aloud Book of Bible Stories written by Amy Steedman and published by Sophia Institute Press. https://www.sophiainstitute.com/. 

This episode was engineered by Chad Carpenter and features original music by Payton Bagshaw. 

This project is made possible by our community’s faithful Giving, Praying, and Serving. It is our gift to help you strengthen your journey as a Christian Disciple in Mission. 

Episode 9: Moses the Great Leader 

Read by: Todd Bankofier, St. Patrick lector 

Welcome to the Bible Storytime podcast, a production of St. Patrick Catholic Community. https://stpatcc.org/ Today we hear the rest of the remarkable story of Moses who responded to God’s call by leaving his life of comfort to lead the Israelites out of slavery.

We believe in sharing the stories of the Bible with the next generation. By telling our shared “family stories,” we may learn better how God wishes to work in our lives. This project brings together adult and teen lectors from our community, staff and clergy to tell these exciting and dramatic stories, particularly to children ages 3-8, but to be enjoyed by all.  

These stories come from the Read-Aloud Book of Bible Stories written by Amy Steedman and published by Sophia Institute Press. https://www.sophiainstitute.com/. 

This episode was engineered by Chad Carpenter and features original music by Payton Bagshaw. 

This project is made possible by our community’s faithful Giving, Praying, and Serving. It is our gift to help you strengthen your journey as a Christian Disciple in Mission. 

Episode 8: The Finding of Moses  

Read by: Kay Van Dyke, St. Patrick lector 

Welcome to the Bible Storytime podcast, a production of St. Patrick Catholic Community. https://stpatcc.org/ Today we hear the unusual story of baby Moses and how his mother saved him in a most unusual way and surprised an Egypian princess.

We believe in sharing the stories of the Bible with the next generation. By telling our shared “family stories,” we may learn better how God wishes to work in our lives. This project brings together adult and teen lectors from our community, staff and clergy to tell these exciting and dramatic stories, particularly to children ages 3-8, but to be enjoyed by all.  

These stories come from the Read-Aloud Book of Bible Stories written by Amy Steedman and published by Sophia Institute Press. https://www.sophiainstitute.com/. 

This episode was engineered by Chad Carpenter and features original music by Payton Bagshaw. 

This project is made possible by our community’s faithful Giving, Praying, and Serving. It is our gift to help you strengthen your journey as a Christian Disciple in Mission. 

Episode 6: Joseph the Dreamer 

Read by: Greg Michalowski, St. Patrick lector 

Welcome to the Bible Storytime podcast, a production of St. Patrick Catholic Community. https://stpatcc.org/ Today we hear the dramatic story of jealousy caused by a beautiful coat and a unique talent.

We believe in sharing the stories of the Bible with the next generation. By telling our shared “family stories,” we may learn better how God wishes to work in our lives. This project brings together adult and teen lectors from our community, staff and clergy to tell these exciting and dramatic stories, particularly to children ages 3-8, but to be enjoyed by all.  

These stories come from the Read-Aloud Book of Bible Stories written by Amy Steedman and published by Sophia Institute Press. https://www.sophiainstitute.com/. 

This episode was engineered by Chad Carpenter and features original music by Payton Bagshaw. 

This project is made possible by our community’s faithful Giving, Praying, and Serving. It is our gift to help you strengthen your journey as a Christian Disciple in Mission. 

Episode 5: Jacob and Esau 

Read by: Faith Bagshaw, St. Patrick teen lector 

Welcome to the Bible Storytime podcast, a production of St. Patrick Catholic Community. https://stpatcc.org/ Today we hear the sneaky story of rival brothers.

We believe in sharing the stories of the Bible with the next generation. By telling our shared “family stories,” we may learn better how God wishes to work in our lives. This project brings together adult and teen lectors from our community, staff and clergy to tell these exciting and dramatic stories, particularly to children ages 3-8, but to be enjoyed by all.  

These stories come from the Read-Aloud Book of Bible Stories written by Amy Steedman and published by Sophia Institute Press. https://www.sophiainstitute.com/. 

This episode was engineered by Chad Carpenter and features original music by Payton Bagshaw. 

This project is made possible by our community’s faithful Giving, Praying, and Serving. It is our gift to help you strengthen your journey as a Christian Disciple in Mission.