
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

Friday Sep 12, 2025
Exaltation of the Holy Cross (Ages 3-6): The Sign of Love and Gift
Friday Sep 12, 2025
Friday Sep 12, 2025
Gospel reflection for 3-6 year olds for the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.

Friday Sep 12, 2025
Exaltation of the Holy Cross (Ages 6-9): Through the Cross
Friday Sep 12, 2025
Friday Sep 12, 2025
Gospel reflection for 6-9 year olds for the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.

Friday Sep 12, 2025
Exaltation of the Holy Cross (Ages 9-12): Time To Become
Friday Sep 12, 2025
Friday Sep 12, 2025
Gospel reflection for 9-12 year olds for the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.

Saturday Sep 06, 2025
23rd Sunday of Ordinary Time (Ages 3-6): Disciples Follow
Saturday Sep 06, 2025
Saturday Sep 06, 2025
Subscribe to the Better Part podcast today!
Gospel reflection for 3-6 year olds for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, year C.

Saturday Sep 06, 2025
23rd Sunday of Ordinary Time (Ages 6-9): The Building Group
Saturday Sep 06, 2025
Saturday Sep 06, 2025
Subscribe to the Better Part podcast today!
Gospel reflection for 6-9 year olds for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, year C.

Saturday Sep 06, 2025
23rd Sunday of Ordinary Time (Ages 9-12): Plans For The Kingdom
Saturday Sep 06, 2025
Saturday Sep 06, 2025
Subscribe to the Better Part podcast today!
Gospel reflection for 9-12 year olds for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, year C.




