Wonder with the Word

In this episode, children will wonder about Jesus' time in the wilderness when he was tempted by the devil (Luke 4:1-13). This story is particularly meaningful during the season of Lent as we reflect on Jesus' preparation for his ministry and how he faced difficult choices.

In this episode, children explore Jesus's teachings about self-reflection, honesty, and how what's in our hearts influences our actions. Based on Luke 6:39-45, Jesus uses engaging metaphors about blind guides, specks and logs in eyes, and trees and their fruit to help us think about how we treat others and what comes from our hearts.

In this episode, children explore Jesus's challenging teachings about loving our enemies and being kind to those who aren't kind to us (Luke 6:27-38). Through guided imagination and wondering questions, young listeners are invited to consider what it means to love others the way Jesus teaches.

In this episode, children explore Jesus's teaching about true happiness from Luke 6:17, 20-26, commonly known as the Beatitudes. Through guided imagination and wondering, young listeners will discover how Jesus's view of happiness might be different from what the world tells us.

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.

Happy Advent! In this episode, children will explore Luke 21:25-28, 34-36, where Jesus tells us to stay alert and watchful for his return. Through guided imagination and wondering questions, young listeners will connect with the excitement and mystery of preparing for Jesus's coming, both at Christmas and at the end of time.

In this episode, children explore Jesus's conversation with Pilate about what it means to be a king and belong to the truth. Through guided imagination and wondering questions, kids are invited to think about different kinds of leadership and what it means to listen to Jesus's voice. Based on John 18:33b-37.

In this episode, children explore Jesus's words about his future return and the signs that will accompany it. Through the metaphor of a fig tree and the changing of seasons, kids are invited to wonder about God's timing and how we can stay alert and ready for Jesus. Based on Mark 13:24-32.

In this episode, we explore Mark 12:41-44, where Jesus observes people giving offerings at the temple and notices a poor widow who gives two small coins. Through this story, children will wonder about generosity, what it means to give from our hearts, and how Jesus sees things differently than we sometimes do.

In this episode, we explore Jesus' conversation with a teacher about the most important commandments. Based on Mark 12:28b-34, we'll wonder about loving God and loving our neighbors, and what that means for our lives.

In this episode, we explore the story of Jesus healing Bartimaeus, a blind man who called out to Jesus with faith and persistence. Through this tale from Mark 10:46-52, we'll wonder about the power of faith, the importance of speaking up, and how Jesus responds to those who seek him.