A weekly podcast of stories for kids about Catholic Saints, from the creator of Shining Light Dolls, Chantal Baros. Join us each week for a new short story about the lives of the Saints!
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The Saint Stories for Kids podcast is an absolute gem for families looking to introduce their children to the lives of saints. As a parent, I cannot express enough how much my family loves this podcast. It has become a staple in our everyday routine and has opened up a whole new world of saintly inspiration for my kids, aged 8, 6, and 4 (and even the 1-year-old who listens in on occasion). The stories are short and sweet, perfect for capturing and holding the attention of young listeners.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the captivating storytelling. The host has a pleasant voice that kids absolutely love and her delivery brings each saint's story to life. From well-known saints like St. Patrick to more obscure ones, every episode is filled with miraculous stories that are sure to leave children in awe. The content is not only entertaining but also educational, providing valuable insights into the lives and virtues of these holy men and women. It's impressive how well-produced each episode is, with great attention to detail in terms of sound effects and background music.
Unfortunately, one downside of this podcast is that it is not published daily. As mentioned in one review, many listeners wish there were more episodes because they have already listened to all of them multiple times. While this could be seen as a testament to the quality of the content, it would be great if there were more frequent updates to keep eager listeners engaged.
In conclusion, The Saint Stories for Kids podcast is an absolute treasure for Catholic families or anyone interested in learning about the lives of saints. It provides an easy and convenient way to introduce children (and even adults) to these inspiring figures who can serve as role models for living out their faith. With its engaging storytelling style, educational content, and delightful production value, this podcast is truly a gift that keeps on giving. I highly recommend it and eagerly await new episodes from Chantal, the host. Keep up the amazing work!
St Euphronius recognized the importance of honoring the Saints we don't know all that much about, as well as those who we do. Listen now to hear his story. St Euphronius, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Andrew Corsini knew to always keep an eye out for trouble. Sometimes it takes a discerning eye to see the truth though. Listen now to hear his story. St Andrew Corsini, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Odilo was a holy man who cared very much for the souls of those who had gone before him. So much so that it was making some "people" pretty irritated. Listen now to hear his spooky story! St Odilo, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Anthony was a very holy man...but even holy men and women need a reminder every now and then of what God expects of all of us. Listen now to heat his story! St Anthony the Great, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Francis Xavier knew that God would always be listening. He prayed for many miracles in his lifetime. God was listening to Francis' heart too though, and heard prayers he didn't even know he had. Listen now to hear his story! St Francis Xavier, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Severinus traveled from place to place a lot, wherever he felt that God needed him. Sometimes the reasons were obvious, sometimes they weren't. But God always shines a light on the situation. Listen now to hear his story. St Severinus, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
Omobono was always helping those in need...and he was ready for a well deserved day trip with his family. But there were other travelers on the road too. Maybe they could use a hand? It was hard for him to turn that part of himself off...even for a day. Listen now to hear his story! St Omobono, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Teresa travelled a lot and met many kind people on her way. Some offered a spot to rest, some offered a meal and a drink. Today was an opportunity for both...and a lesson for her sisters. Listen now to hear her story! St Teresa, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Frances would've preferred to say her prayers uninterrupted...wouldn't you? But prayer...even interrupted prayer is still important. Listen now to hear her story! St Frances, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Hubert didn't always make time for God...that is...until God reminded him. He speaks to each of us in different ways. Listen now to hear his story! St Hubert, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Valentine was a healer! And though he was martyred for his beliefs, even that could not stop his miraculous works! Listen now! St Valentine, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St John knew there must be a way to end the fighting, he just needed time to figure it out...and a little help from his friends. Listen now to hear his story! St John, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Gonsalo had to help the people of his town. He called on others for assistance but was instead met with resistance. God was watching out for him though, he knew how to even things out in Gonsalo's favor. Listen now to hear his story! St Gonsalo, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Juan Diego was just your average Joe...He was a recently converted Catholic just going about his business...but someone had other ideas for him. They had a big job for him to do. Listen now to hear his story! St Juan Diego, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Nicholas wanted a way to share what he had with others. He finally came up with a great idea...it was just a little out of the ordinary. Listen now to hear his story! St Nicholas, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Conrad didn't have arachnophobia before Mass that day...do you think he did afterwards? Listen now! St Conrad, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Martin gave selflessly to help someone in need. Who was this man? listen now to hear the story! St Martin, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
Pope Leo knew he had to do something to protect Rome! He just didn't realize that he had such persuasive friends with him. Listen now to hear his story! St Leo, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Anthony knew that he had to tell the truth...no matter what. Without God, and without the truth, things can get a little bit...frightening. Listen now to hear his story! St Anthony of Padua, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Romanus couldn't stand idly by while people were sent to their deaths at the hands of...oh...you'll have to listen for that part. But he knew what he had to do. Listen now to hear his story! St Romanus, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Macarius knew that God loves us so much that He will never stop trying to give us chances for redemption. Listen now to hear his story! St Macarius Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
You can't always trust that little voice in your head...you don't know who's been in there. Better to listen to St Benedict...in fact...listen now to hear his story! St Benedict Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
Visitors weren't anything new for Padre Pio. Not even ones from "out of town." Listen now to hear his story! St Padre Pio, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St John was modest about some of his mystical abilities...he probably should have shared that info with the new guy at the monastery though. Listen now to hear his story! St John Macias, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
It's hard enough to get your work done, let alone with someone breathing down your neck. Listen now to hear St Dominic's story! St Dominic, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
We all know St Anthony is the patron of lost things...but do you know why? Well...let's just say it's never wise to steal from a Saint. Listen now to hear what happens! St Anthony, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
Visiting cemeteries is an important part of Hallowtide. But when you visit...make sure you don't overstay your welcome. Listen now to hear St Macarius' story! St Macarius, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
Pope John Paul knew that our faith comes from inside of us, not from things, possessions, or even paintings. Listen now to hear his story! Pope St John Paul II, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Teresa always had a sense of humor...even with God. She knew he wanted her to be herself. Listen now to hear her story! St Teresa, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Faustina knew she needed to honor Jesus' request. She just wasn't sure how...or how long it would take. Listen now to hear her story! St Faustina, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Francis is known for caring about animals, great and small. But did you know he had his own pets too? Listen now! St Francis of Assisi, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Thérèse knew that even though she faced hardships and challanges, she never faced them alone. She knew God was there to help her and He could carry her cross when she needed Him. Listen now to hear her story! St Thérèse of Lisieux, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Jerome probably never expected a wild animal to wander into class as he sat outside with the other monks...definitely not a lion! What would you do? Would you run? Listen now to hear what St Jerome did! St Jerome, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
Padre Pio was known as a Saint while he was still alive. He could be in two places at once, he could fly, and he could miraculously heal people! Listen now to hear just one of Padre Pio's amazing miracles. St Padre Pio, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Ephigenia knew what she wanted for herself. She was sure that her life with Christ was exactly as it should be...and she didn't need anyone telling her differently. Listen now to hear her story! St Ephigenia, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
- Originally aired 9/14/19 - St Hildegard knew what God wanted her to do...her abbot disagreed. Sometimes you have to ask God to take control and help...but sometimes God decides to take control whether you ask or not. God used Hildegard to change the mind of her abbot who was strict and "inflexible" to say the least. Listen now! St Hildegard of Bingen, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Nicholas took a vow...he took several actually. But sometimes it's hard to keep your word. But God is always looking out for us...and He definitely had some help for Nicholas. Listen now to hear his story! St Nicholas of Tolentine, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Wilfrid believed that you should always make informed decisions, especially for matters of faith. Listen now to hear his advice! St Wilfrid, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Dominic had a close connection to God, and he knew that God would always take care of His people...even when others doubted. Listen now to hear his story! St Dominic, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Anthony had a special connection with people. He knew that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit and he was always willing to protect them. Listen how to hear his story! St Anthony of Padua, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Anthony was known to be a great speaker. People came from far and wide to listen to him preaching. I wonder if he knew just how far reaching his words would be? Listen now to hear his story! St Anthony of Padua, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Peter had doubts just like everybody else. He didn't think he was doing a very good job. Do you know who did though? God! Listen now to hear his story! St Peter Celestine, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
Desiderius was just who the people needed...even if he didn't know it. Listen now to hear his story! St Desiderius, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Isidore always made time for prayer. But he never forgot about his other responsibilities...He did get a little help once in a while though. Listen now to hear his story! St Isidore, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Odilo knew that he could always count on God. He would always have his back...even on horseback! Listen now to hear his story! St Odilo, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Antoninus knew the value of words...and that words had weight. Listen now to hear his story! St Antoninus, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Zita always saw the best in people, even when things went wrong. Listen now to hear her story! St Zita, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
It seemed like sometimes all St Catherine did was pray and pray and...pray...because she did. No, really, she did! Listen now to hear her story! St Catherine, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St John Joseph performed many miracles, but was very modest about it. He wanted people to know it was truly God's power that provided them, not his...but some people are harder to convince than others. Listen now to hear his story! St John Joseph, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
St Julian spent his time helping others to make up for things he'd done early in his life. He never really knew if the changes he made would make up for his sins though. Listen now to hear his story! St Julian the Hospitaller, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
Brother Juniper wanted to help his fellow brothers find more time in the day. He had a great idea...or so he thought. Listen now to hear his story! Servant of God Brother Juniper, Pray for Us! www.shininglightdolls.com www.instagram.com/shininglightdolls www.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc
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