Bedtime Bible: Westminster Kids' Prayer Podcast

Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast. Each podcast will feature calming music, scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day. Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages.

S2 E11: Advent 2 _ Mary Visits Elizabeth - Luke 1:39-55

The story this evening, titled “Mary Visits Elizabeth", is from the Whirl Kid's Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Luke 1:39-55. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Evening Song - "Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming" - music: German, 16th Cent.; text: German carol; 15th Cent. Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org Visit Pastor Scott's website at https://www.pastorpac.com/ Visit Aaron Schultz's website at https://www.liturgyofbeing.com/ Chapters (00:00:04) - Bedtime Bible(00:04:18) - Mary Visits Elizabeth(00:07:08) - Bedtime Bible

12-08
10:59

S2 E10: Advent 1 _ Announcing a Baby - Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-38

The story this evening, titled “Announcing a Baby", is from the Whirl Kid's Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-38. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Evening Song - "Away in a Manger" - music:William J. Kirkpatrick, 1838-1921; text:North American, 19th Cent. Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org Visit Pastor Scott's website at https://www.pastorpac.com/ Visit Aaron Schultz's website at https://www.liturgyofbeing.com/ Chapters (00:00:04) - Bedtime Bible(00:04:01) - Announcing a Baby(00:07:44) - Bedtime Bible

12-01
10:23

Announcement: Advent Series of Bedtime Bible

Each Monday of Advent, a new episode of Bedtime Bible will arrive with Christmas music, stories, and prayers to help us wait for Jesus with hope and joy. To prepare for these special episodes, we will be taking a few weeks off. We look forward to celebrating Advent with you soon! Chapters (00:00:10) - Bedtime Bible Team

11-17
00:46

S2 E9: Joseph and His Brothers - Genesis 37:1-28

The story this evening, titled “Joseph and His Brothers", is from the Whirl Kid's Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Genesis 37:1-28. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Evening Song - "Be Still My Soul" - music:Jean Sibelius; text:Kathrina von Schlegel (1752). Recorded by Jennifer and Aaron Schultz. Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org Visit Pastor Scott's website at https://www.pastorpac.com/ Visit Aaron Schultz's website at https://www.liturgyofbeing.com/ Chapters (00:00:06) - Bedtime Prayer for Kids(00:02:04) - Joseph and His Brothers

11-10
08:55

S2 E8: Jacob Wrestles - Genesis 32:22-31

The story this evening, titled “Jacob Wrestles", is from the Whirl Kid's Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Genesis 32:22-31. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Evening Song - "O Lord of Light" a 7th Century text set to music from Chant, Mode IV. Recorded by Aaron Schultz. Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org Visit Pastor Scott's website at https://www.pastorpac.com/ Visit Aaron Schultz's website at https://www.liturgyofbeing.com/ Chapters (00:00:06) - Bedtime Prayer for Kids(00:02:04) - Jacob Wrestles

11-03
08:33

S2 E7: Jacob and Esau - Genesis 27:1-40

The story this evening, titled “Jacob and Esau", is from the Whirl Kid's Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Genesis 27:1-40. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Evening Song - "God Be With You Till We Meet Again" - music: Aaron Schultz; words: Jeremiah Eames Rankin (1880). Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org Visit Pastor Scott's website at https://www.pastorpac.com/ Visit Aaron Schultz's website at https://www.liturgyofbeing.com/ Chapters (00:00:06) - Bedtime Prayer for Kids(00:02:05) - Jacob and Esau(00:04:56) - God Be With You Till We Meet Again

10-27
08:32

S2 E6: Isaac and Rebekah - Genesis 24; 25:19-28

The story this evening, titled “Sarah Laughs", is from the Whirl Kid's Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Genesis 18:1-15; 21:1-17. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Evening Song - "Be Thou My Vision" - music: ancient Irish tune; words: Irish hymn, 8th. trans. Mary E. Byrne; vers. Eleanor H. Hull. Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org Visit Pastor Scott's website at https://www.pastorpac.com/ Visit Aaron Schultz's website at https://www.liturgyofbeing.com/ Chapters (00:00:06) - Bedtime Prayer for Kids(00:02:06) - God Bless Isaac and His Wife

10-20
09:22

S2 E5: Sarah Laughs - Genesis 18:1-15; 21:1-17

The story this evening, titled “Sarah Laughs", is from the Whirl Kid's Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Genesis 18:1-15; 21:1-17. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Evening Song - "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing" - words by Robert Robinson (1758). Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org Visit Pastor Scott's website at https://www.pastorpac.com/ Visit Aaron Schultz's website at https://www.liturgyofbeing.com/ Chapters (00:00:00) - Bedtime Prayer(00:02:06) - Sarah Laughs(00:04:51) - Bedtime Bible

10-13
08:38

S2 E4: Abraham and Sarah - Genesis 15, 17

The story this evening, titled “Abraham and Sarah", is from the Whirl Kid's Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18; 17:1-7, 15-16. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Evening Song - "Heaven is All Around You" - words and music by Aaron Schultz Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org Visit Pastor Scott's website at https://www.pastorpac.com/ Visit Aaron Schultz's website at https://www.liturgyofbeing.com/ Chapters (00:00:06) - Bedtime Prayer(00:02:06) - Bedtime Bible Story

10-06
09:40

S2 E3: God's Covenant with Noah - Genesis 6-9

The story this evening, titled “God's Covenant with Noah", is from the  Whirl Kid's Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Genesis 6-9. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Evening Song - "The King of Love My Shepherd Is" - words from Psalm 23, paraphrased by Henry W. Baker, 1821-1877.  The music is a traditional Irish melody. Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org

09-29
08:56

S2 E2: Adam and Eve, Genesis 2:4-25; 3:1-24

The story this evening, titled “Adam and Eve", is from the  Whirl Kid's Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Genesis 2:4-25; 3:1-24. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Evening Song - "All Through the Night" - words by Sir Harold Boulton and the music is a traditional Welsh folk tune. Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org Chapters (00:00:04) - Bedtime Bible(00:02:05) - Genesis 2: The Story of Adam and Eve(00:08:01) - The Bedtime Bible

09-22
08:51

S2 E1: Creation Story, Genesis Chapters 1:1-2:4a

The story this evening, titled “Creation Story", is from the  Whirl Kid's Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Genesis 1:1-2:4a. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Evening Song - "O Lord of Light" a 7th Century text set to music from Chant, Mode IV. Recorded by Aaron Schultz. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org Chapters (00:00:02) - Bedtime Bible(00:02:03) - Bedtime Bible

09-15
08:20

Season 2 Bedtime Bible Trailer

Bedtime Bible returns with Season 2 on Monday, September 15! In this Season, we’ll continue hearing stories from the Bible, offering prayers of gratitude, and listening to music that remind us of God’s love—ending each episode with a blessing for the night. At Bedtime Bible, we slow down together with prayer, God’s Word, and songs of faith—helping children and families rest in God’s presence and find peace for tomorrow. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org

09-13
01:29

Paul and the Philippians

The story this evening, titled “Paul and the Philippians", is from the Spark Story Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Philippians 1:1-14. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Evening Song - "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing" - Text: Robert Robinson, c. 1758; Tune: NETTLETON. Recorded by Aaron Schultz. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Background Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org

02-18
06:57

Fruit of the Spirit

The story this evening, titled “Fruit of the Spirit", is from the Spark Story Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Galatians 5:16-26. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Evening Song - "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing" - Text: Robert Robinson, c. 1758; Tune: NETTLETON. Recorded by Aaron Schultz. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Background Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org

02-18
08:40

Love Is...

The story this evening, titled “Love Is...", is from the Spark Story Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on 1 Corinthians 13. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Evening Song - "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing" - Text: Robert Robinson, c. 1758; Tune: NETTLETON. Recorded by Aaron Schultz. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Background Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org

02-16
08:03

Many Members, One Body

The story this evening, titled “Many Members, One Body", is from the Spark Story Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on 1 Corinthians 12:12-31. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Evening Song - "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing" - Text: Robert Robinson, c. 1758; Tune: NETTLETON. Recorded by Aaron Schultz. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Background Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org

02-15
08:05

Paul and Silas

The story this evening, titled “Paul and Silas", is from the Spark Story Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Acts 16:16-40. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Evening Song - "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing" - Text: Robert Robinson, c. 1758; Tune: NETTLETON. Recorded by Aaron Schultz. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Background Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org

01-23
08:00

Paul's Letters

The story this evening, titled “Paul's Letters", is from the Spark Story Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Romans 1:1-17. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Evening Song - "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing" - Text: Robert Robinson, c. 1758; Tune: NETTLETON. Recorded by Aaron Schultz. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Background Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org

01-22
06:52

Lydia

The story this evening, titled “Lydia", is from the Spark Story Bible (published by Sparkhouse) and is based on Acts 16:9-15. The story is narrated by Rev. Dr. Scott Paczkowski. Evening Song - "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing" - Text: Robert Robinson, c. 1758; Tune: NETTLETON. Recorded by Aaron Schultz. Theme Music and Sound Design - Aaron Schultz Background Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Help your children prepare for bed with our prayer and relaxation podcast.  Each podcast will feature calming music, Scripture and prayers to help children unwind from their day.  Stories and prayers are geared toward younger children but are loved by all ages. This podcast is produced by Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, IA. For more resources, visit www.westpres.org

01-21
08:21

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