Join Jesus on the top of the Temple in Jerusalem for the second temptation in the wilderness — Part 2 of When Jesus was Tempted. In this 10-minute Ignatian-style imaginative meditation, kids and parents explore how the devil tempts Jesus to show off, seek attention, and perform for applause, and discover His secret to staying faithful and humble.

Perfect for bedtime, the school drive, or quiet Lenten reflection, this episode helps children ages 7–14 reflect on their own temptations and ask Jesus for help in everyday life.

🌟 Family takeaway: “You do not need to perform to be loved.”

For more, to ask your kids' questions (or yours!), or to simply say hello and let me know you are praying with me, visit me here at my free, online community.

Join Jesus in the desert for the First Sunday of Lent as He faces the first of three temptations.

In this 10-minute Catholic Bible story for families, we imaginatively enter the cave where Jesus fasted for forty days and hear the voice that whispers, “Turn this stone into bread.”

What does this temptation teach us about self-control, fasting, and resisting the “I want it now” voice in our homes?

With guided reflection, practical tools like “Check & Command,” and family discussion questions, this episode is perfect for bedtime, the school drive, or a quiet Lenten evening.

Catholic Bible & Saint Stories for Kids helps families grow closer to Jesus through faithful storytelling, prayer, and conversation.

For more, to ask your kids' questions, or TO SEE THE CAVE and Mount of Temptation, visit my free online community here!

Jonah ran from God… but God was not finished with Jonah.

In Part 2 of this Lenten story for Catholic families, Jonah finds himself in the darkness of the great fish, prays from the depths, and is given another chance. When he finally reaches Nineveh, something surprising happens — the people repent.

What do whale slime, sackcloth, ashes, and 40 days have to do with Lent?

In this episode, we explore:

Perfect for:

Join me as we continue walking through Lent together.

Catholic Bible & Saint Stories for Kids — with Dave Staples

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What happens when we run from God?

As Lent approaches, join me for a powerful, story-style retelling of Jonah and the Whale, perfect for Catholic families.

In Part 1, we step into Jonah’s anger, his fear of Nineveh, the raging storm at sea, and the dramatic moment he is swallowed by a great fish. Why would a prophet try to run in the opposite direction from God? And what does that say about our own hearts as Lent begins?

This episode is ideal for:

In Part 2, we’ll discover what Jonah’s time in the darkness has to do with ashes, mercy, and the 40 days of Lent.

🎙 Catholic Bible & Saint Stories for Kids — with Dave Staples

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Jesus finishes one of His most powerful parables — and shows us what God’s love really looks like.

In Part II of The Prodigal Son, families will hear the breathtaking moment when a loving father runs to embrace his son, restores his dignity, and invites everyone into a joyful celebration. Through imaginative storytelling, humor, and gentle reflection, kids will discover that God’s love is never earned — it’s always a gift.

Perfect for Catholic families with kids ages 6–14:

Stay until the end for a short guided prayer and these simple family discussion moments:

• If our family threw a welcome-home party tonight, what one food and song would you request?

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This time, Jesus is telling the story, so step into one of Jesus’ most powerful parables with this imaginative, kid-friendly Catholic story meditation for families! In Part 1 of The Prodigal Son, we follow a young man who leaves his father’s home searching for happiness — only to discover how far his heart has wandered.

Perfect for Catholic families with kids ages 6–14, this episode blends storytelling, real-life kid examples, and a gentle guided prayer to help children reflect on small everyday choices and God’s constant love.

✨ Great for:

Bedtime wind-down

The school drive

Sunday quiet time

Family prayer moments

Parents — stay until the end for a few simple conversation questions you can use right away with your kids.

If you can, please share! And thank you for helping to change the world one story, one family, one child at a time!

Welcome back to Catholic Bible & Saint Stories for Kids — with Dave Staples, where Scripture comes alive for families.

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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 it especially helpful for families preparing for First Reconciliation or entering Lent.

This episode is ideal for:

Catholic families praying together

kids ages 6–14 (but include your high schoolers!)

parents looking for interesting, meaningful prayer time with their children

If this meditation blesses your family, consider sharing it with someone else. Thank you for changing the world, one child, one family, one story at a time.

To see a 2000+ year old sycamore tree in Jericho, or to ask your kids questions, say hello, or let me know you're praying with me, click here! ...could this be the tree Zacchaeus climbed?

Also, for more great convo with your kids, ask them these questions!

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 moment, the obedience of the servants, and the quiet trust of Mary, who notices the need and brings it to her Son.

After the story, we take a gentle step deeper — reflecting on what this miracle reveals about how Jesus saves us. From the waters of Baptism to the gift of the Eucharist, Cana becomes a sign of how Christ transforms us from within when we bring our lives to Him in prayer.

A Bible story for families, followed by a moment of reflection and prayer!

To see a 1st Century Ceremonial purification jar in Cana, to ask your kid's questions, or simply to say hello and let me know you're praying with me, click here!

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:

This episode offers a Catholic Bible story for family prayer, created for parents and children to listen to and reflect on together.

Through imaginative, Ignatian-style storytelling, families are invited to stand beside the Jordan River and witness the Baptism of Jesus — seeing, hearing, and reflecting on this moment when the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are revealed together.

Designed especially for Catholic families with children ages 7–14, this episode helps families:

Understand why Jesus was baptized

Reflect on baptism as belonging to God’s family

Experience Scripture through story and imagination

Pray together in a calm, meaningful way

Perfect for:

Family prayer time

Bedtime listening

Car rides

Homeschool faith formation

No quizzes.

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

Homeschool faith formation

There are no quizzes or lectures—just a faithful story that helps families listen, imagine, and pray together, plus a few good prompts for some life-giving conversation if you have the time!

Come say hello, ask your kids' questions, or find more!