Catholic Bible & Saint Stories for Kids

In this first part of our series on Joan of Arc, we meet Joan as a young girl in Domrémy—playing with friends, helping her family, and growing in her friendship with God. But one day, everything changes. As war closes in on France, Joan begins to hear a call she does not want—and one that seems impossible. Over the next five weeks, your family will walk with Joan step by step: from her quiet village… to dangerous journeys… to meeting the prince… to the battlefield… and beyond. Joan will show us courage, patience, and how to trust God—even when we are afraid. Perfect for bedtime, car rides, or quiet family time. 🎨 Amazing Episode cover art by Tianna Williams — www.sacredartbytianna.com (@sacredartbytianna), Check out her work! Thank you, Tianna! (Also, with your kids, watch her paint this: https://youtu.be/fRU-svrFYss?si=554wjuRgMGShxIJQ) Visit me at www.catholicstoriesforkids.com for more stories!

What if you went looking for Jesus… and couldn’t find Him? In this peaceful and imaginative Catholic Bible story for kids, your family will walk with Mary Magdalene to the empty tomb on Easter morning… and experience the moment everything changes. Perfect for bedtime, quiet time, or a family prayer moment, this episode helps children enter the story of the Resurrection in a gentle, reflective way—meeting Jesus not just in the past, but personally in their own hearts. Through storytelling and guided reflection, children will: Experience the Easter story through Mary Magdalene’s eyes Reflect on times when God feels far away Hear Jesus call them by name Grow in trust that Jesus is always with them This episode is part of my Catholic storytelling series designed to help families pray together, grow in faith, and encounter Jesus through Scripture. Perfect for: Bedtime or winding down at night Sunday quiet time or after Mass Car rides and family listening Children ages 7–14 (and parents too) Family Reflection Questions: If you were running to the tomb with Peter and John, who would win? When is a time you felt like you couldn’t find Jesus? For more, visit my website here!

What really happened on Easter morning? In this powerful Easter story for kids and families, we step into the moment the stone was rolled away—through the eyes of a young Roman soldier guarding Jesus’ tomb. The tomb was sealed. The guards were ready. But when heaven broke in, everything changed. This is the first episode in a short Easter series designed to help families understand what really happened in the Resurrection stories—step by step, and in a way that makes sense together. Perfect for: • Bedtime reflection • Family prayer time • Car rides or quiet moments together After the story, you’ll be guided through a short, simple reflection to help your children: • Bring their fears to Jesus • Experience His peace • Understand the joy and meaning of Easter Because Jesus is risen… and that changes everything—for us. Subscribe and follow along as we continue the Easter story over the next few weeks. — Catholic Bible & Saint Stories for Kids — with Dave Staples Helping families grow closer to God, one story at a time.

Step into Holy Week with your family through this peaceful, imaginative Catholic prayer story for kids. In this Palm Sunday episode, children and families are invited to walk with Jesus as He enters Jerusalem—hearing the crowds cry out “Hosanna!” and watching as people lay down their cloaks before their King. But something unexpected happens… Through this gentle, Ignatian-style imaginative prayer, kids will not only experience the joy of Palm Sunday, but also encounter a deeper question from Jesus: 👉 Will you stay with me… even when it is hard? This short Catholic story and reflection is perfect for: bedtime prayer family prayer time car rides during Holy Week preparing children for Mass ✨ What your family will experience: A vivid, kid-friendly retelling of Palm Sunday A guided moment of prayer and reflection Simple, meaningful questions to share together A focus on staying close to Jesus during Holy Week 🎧 Stay tuned this week as we continue walking with Jesus all the way to Easter morning. And coming soon… a powerful new series on a young saint who shows us how to stay faithful and courageous—even when it’s hard. 🙏 Thank you for praying with us!

Happy Feast of the Annunciation! In this episode of Catholic Bible & Saint Stories for Kids, we enter one of the most important moments in all of history—when the Archangel Gabriel appeared to Mary, and she said yes to God. Through this peaceful, imaginative (Ignatian-style) story, your family will step inside Mary’s home in Nazareth… hear the angel’s message… and witness the moment when Jesus first came to dwell among us. This episode helps children and families: Understand the Annunciation (Luke 1:26–38) Learn how Mary trusted God even when she felt unsure Practice giving their worries to God Grow in courage, trust, and prayer together Perfect for: Bedtime Family prayer time Car rides Feast day reflection 👉 Come back each Tuesday for a new story to help your family pray and grow together.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this exciting Catholic story for kids and families. In this episode of Catholic Bible & Saint Stories for Kids, I share a powerful and lesser-known legend about St. Patrick, the snakes of Ireland, and the help of St. Michael the Archangel. When dark forces gather on the remote island of Skellig Michael, St. Patrick turns to prayer—and heaven responds. Children will discover how Patrick went from slave shepherd to missionary bishop, how he forgave those who enslaved him, and how God helped him drive darkness from Ireland. Perfect for Catholic families during bedtime, the school drive, or quiet prayer time, this story also includes a short family reflection on forgiveness, helping children practice saying “I’m sorry” and “I forgive you” during the season of Lent. Listen, imagine, and pray together as a family. Fun connection: This story takes place on Skellig Michael—the island where Rey finds Luke in Star Wars. I’ll share real photos on the community page here! St. Patrick and St. Michael, pray for us!

Join Jesus on the peak of the Mountain of Temptation for the third and final test in the wilderness! In this 10‑minute Ignatian-style imaginative meditation, children and families will witness Jesus facing the temptation of pride, control, and the lure of instant power. Through vivid storytelling, dramatic imagery, and gentle reflection prompts, kids ages 7–14 will learn how to trust God’s plan, practice humility, and make choices that honor Him in everyday life. Perfect for bedtime, school drives, or quiet Lenten moments, this episode helps families explore faith together, reflect on daily temptations, and discover how Jesus’ example can guide them in patience, love, and trust. Listen, imagine, and pray with your family as you journey alongside Jesus in the wilderness.

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.” Includes kid-friendly examples, imaginative prompts, and practical discussion questions for families to apply this lesson together. 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: • Why God’s mercy is good news • What ashes mean for us • Why it’s sometimes harder to accept mercy for others than for ourselves • How Lent moves us from death… to life… to God’s own love Perfect for: • Ash Wednesday • Family listening during Lent • Bedtime reflection • Car rides and Sunday quiet time Join me as we continue walking through Lent together. Catholic Bible & Saint Stories for Kids — with Dave Staples Helping families grow in faith, one story at a time. For more or to ask your kids' questions, visit me here!

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: • Bedtime during the first week of Lent • Family listening on the way to school • Preparing hearts for Ash Wednesday 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 Listening together helps families grow in faith. For more, to ask your kids' questions, or simply to say hello and let me know you're praying with me, visit my free online community here!

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: ✨ Bedtime wind-down 🚗 The school drive 🙏 Sunday quiet time 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? • Which son did you feel more like today — the younger one who made mistakes, or the older one who felt envious? Why? • What did you feel God wanted you to know today? • If you were returning from a hard day, what do you think God would say to you when you came back? For more, to ask your kids' questions, or simply to say hello and let me know you're praying with me, visit me!

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. For more, visit me here!

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! If Jesus came to our house tonight, what would you want to do with him? And what would you want him to know about you? Why do you feel that Jesus chose Zacchaeus? What part of the story surprised you the most? What was your "tree" - the thing you want to do to get closer to Jesus?

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: Where were you standing in the river — on the shore, ankle-deep, or way out in the water? Why do you think you chose that spot? What part of Jesus did you notice first when He came up out of the water — His face, His hair, His smile, or something else? What did the sky opening up look like in your imagination? What do you think John the Baptist was feeling when Jesus walked into the water — excitement, confusion, awe, all of the above? What do you think the crowd was whispering to each other after everything happened? How do you think Jesus felt in that moment? How about our Father in heaven? 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. No pressure. Just a faithful story to help families listen, imagine, and pray together.

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!