
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 Feb 28, 2025
8th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Ages 3-6): The Best
Friday Feb 28, 2025
Friday Feb 28, 2025
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Gospel reflection for 3-6 year olds for the 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time, year C.

Friday Feb 28, 2025
8th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Ages 6-9): Specks and Logs
Friday Feb 28, 2025
Friday Feb 28, 2025
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Gospel reflection for 6-9 year olds for the 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time, year C.

Friday Feb 28, 2025
8th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Ages 9-12): Treasure and Fruit
Friday Feb 28, 2025
Friday Feb 28, 2025
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Gospel reflection for 9-12 year olds for the 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time, year C.

Saturday Feb 22, 2025
7th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Ages 3-6): Mercy Overflows
Saturday Feb 22, 2025
Saturday Feb 22, 2025
I apologize; I had problems with the mic this week.
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Gospel reflection for 3-6 year olds for the 7th Sunday in Ordinary Time, year C.

Saturday Feb 22, 2025
7th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Ages 6-9): More Than Level Is The Kingdom
Saturday Feb 22, 2025
Saturday Feb 22, 2025
I apologize; I had problems with the mic this week.
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Gospel reflection for 6-9 year olds for the 7th Sunday in Ordinary Time, year C.

Saturday Feb 22, 2025
7th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Ages 9-12): Merciful Givers
Saturday Feb 22, 2025
Saturday Feb 22, 2025
I apologize; I had problems with the mic this week.
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Gospel reflection for 9-12 year olds for the 7th Sunday in Ordinary Time, year C.