
The Better Part
My name is Paula Rush. I am a catechist and formation leader with the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, an approach to faith formation for children (and adults, too, truth be told!) For four years, I have published weekly Gospel reflections for children for each of three age groups (thebetterpart.net). Switching gears now, I am making these reflections available as a podcast.
Each week, select the reflection suitable for the developmental age of your child. We listen first to the Gospel reading for the coming Sunday, (or a portion of it if it is quite long). Then we take our time with the Word, moving through it slowly, wondering what it might mean.
Music in the background of the Word of God is called "Story of the Wind" by Whitesand: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBzSiR4iXlM
(Photo by Yannis H on Unsplash)
Episodes

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Gospel reflection for 3-6 year olds for Passion Sunday, year A.

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Gospel reflection for 6-9 year olds for Passion Sunday, year A.

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This is one of my favourite meditations.
Gospel reflection for 9-12 year olds for Passion Sunday, year A.

Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
5th Sunday of Lent (Ages 3-6): The Voice That Calls By Name
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
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Gospel reflection for 3-6 year olds for the 5th Sunday of Lent, year A.

Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
5th Sunday of Lent (Ages 6-9): The Voice That Calls To Life
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
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Gospel reflection for 6-9 year olds for the 5th Sunday of Lent, year A.

Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
5th Sunday of Lent (Ages 9-12): The One Coming Into The World
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
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Gospel reflection for 9-12 year olds for the 5th Sunday of Lent, year A.




