Wonder with the Word

In this episode, children explore the story of Jesus calling his first disciples from Luke 5:1-11. Through guided imagination and wondering, young listeners will consider what it was like for Simon Peter and his fellow fishermen to encounter Jesus and experience a miraculous catch of fish that changed their lives forever.

In this episode, children will explore the story of Jesus being presented at the Temple and his encounter with Simeon (Luke 2:22-32). Through guided imagination and wondering questions, young listeners will consider themes of waiting, recognition, and joy while exploring this meaningful moment in Jesus's early life.

In this episode, children will explore the story of Jesus returning to his hometown of Nazareth and announcing his mission in the synagogue (Luke 4:14-21). Through guided imagination and wondering questions, young listeners will consider what it means to be chosen for something special and how we can share good news with others.

In this episode, children explore the story of Jesus's first miracle at the wedding in Cana (John 2:1-11). Through guided imagination and wondering questions, young listeners will discover the joy, surprise, and meaning behind Jesus turning water into wine, while considering the perspectives of different characters in the story.

In this episode, children explore the story of Jesus's baptism in the Jordan River (Luke 3:15-16, 21-22). Through guided imagination and wondering questions, young listeners will consider the significance of this moment when Jesus was baptised and heard God's voice from heaven.

In this episode, children explore the story of the wise ones who followed a star to find baby Jesus (Matthew 2:1-12). Through guided imagination and wondering questions, young listeners will connect with themes of searching, giving gifts, and discovering Jesus in unexpected places.

In this episode, children explore the only story we have of Jesus as a young person, found in Luke 2:41-52. Through guided imagination and wonder, listeners will connect with the experience of Jesus staying behind in the Temple, his parents' worry, and the deeper meaning of his growing understanding of his relationship with God.

In this episode, we explore the beautiful moment when Mary visits her cousin Elizabeth, and baby John leaps for joy in his mother's womb. Through this story from Luke 1:39-45, children will wonder about the special connection between Mary and Elizabeth, and the excitement of waiting for Jesus.

In this episode, we'll explore Luke 3:10-18, where John the Baptist teaches different groups of people how to live with kindness and fairness. Through wondering questions and imagination, children will consider what it means to share with others and treat people fairly in their own lives.

In this episode, children will explore the story of John the Baptist preparing the way for Jesus (Luke 3:1-6). Through guided wondering and imagination, young listeners will consider what it means to get ready for something important and how we can help others prepare to meet Jesus.