The Heart of a Story: Saint Stories and Classic Tales for Tender Minds
Welcome to The Heart of a Story: Saint Stories and Classic Tales for Tender Minds. On this podcast, we tell saints stories for young children. These stories are meant to help the children know the heart of the saint and their story - who they loved, what they loved, and how they loved Jesus. It is in the formation of a saint’s heart, that we can truly understand their mission! Written and hosted by: Niki Montecillo Original music by: Kevin Kapchinski and family Check him out at: https://kkapmusic.com/ Edited and produced by: Io Montecillo Contact us at: theheartofastory@gmail.com
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Monday Jan 24, 2022
Monday Jan 24, 2022
You can now support us on Patreon! Visit us at patreon.com/theheartofastory to become a contributor and gain access to an extra episode every month!
Today's episode is about St. Dominic Savio. After listening, consider discussing these questions with your child:
Jesus is really and truly in the tabernacle. Jesus is SO CLOSE to you! I wonder if you could go visit him sometime?
Can you imagine - heaven being all around you even when you play?
Welcome to The Heart of a Story: Saint Stories and Classic Tales for Tender Minds. On this podcast, we tell saints stories for toddlers and preschool children. These stories are meant to help the children know the heart of the saint and their story - who they loved, what they loved, and how they loved Jesus. It is in the formation of a saint’s heart, that we can truly understand their mission!
Written and hosted by: Niki Montecillo
Original music by: Kevin Kapchinski and family
Check him out at: https://kkapmusic.com/
Edited and produced by: Io Montecillo
Contact us at: theheartofastory@gmail.com
Monday Jan 17, 2022
Monday Jan 17, 2022
You can now support us on Patreon! Visit us at patreon.com/theheartofastory to become a contributor and gain access to an extra episode every month!
Today’s story was about St. John Paul II (Karol Wojtyla). After listening to the podcast together, consider discussing these questions with your child:
Karol lost his whole family, but because of his love for God and Mary, the whole world became his family. How can you ask God and Mary to be your family?
What little things can do you this week to show love to your family?
Welcome to The Heart of a Story: Saint Stories and Classic Tales for Tender Minds. On this podcast, we tell saints stories for toddlers and preschool children. These stories are meant to help the children know the heart of the saint and their story - who they loved, what they loved, and how they loved Jesus. It is in the formation of a saint’s heart, that we can truly understand their mission!
Written and hosted by: Niki Montecillo
Original music by: Kevin Kapchinski and family
Check him out at: https://kkapmusic.com/
Edited and produced by: Io Montecillo
Contact us at: theheartofastory@gmail.com
Monday Jan 10, 2022
Monday Jan 10, 2022
You can now support us on Patreon! Visit us at patreon.com/theheartofastory to become a contributor and gain access to an extra episode every month!
Today's episode was about St. Matthew the Apostle. After listening to this episode, considering discussing these questions with your child:
Before meeting Jesus, Matthew felt very very lonely. Have you ever felt lonely?
The love that Matthew felt from Jesus was so intense that he felt hot inside of his body! Have you ever felt that kind of love?
Welcome to The Heart of a Story: Saint Stories and Classic Tales for Tender Minds. On this podcast, we tell saints stories for toddlers and preschool children. These stories are meant to help the children know the heart of the saint and their story - who they loved, what they loved, and how they loved Jesus. It is in the formation of a saint’s heart, that we can truly understand their mission!
Written and hosted by: Niki Montecillo
Original music by: Kevin Kapchinski and family
Check him out at: https://kkapmusic.com/
Edited and produced by: Io Montecillo
Contact us at: theheartofastory@gmail.com
Monday Jan 03, 2022
Monday Jan 03, 2022
You can now support us on Patreon! Visit us at patreon.com/theheartofastory to become a contributor and gain access to an extra episode every month!
Today’s story was about St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. After listening to the podcast together, consider discussing these questions with your child:
It can be confusing to feel lots of different feelings at the same time. Elizabeth Ann was sad, scared, excited, AND joyful! I wonder if you have ever felt that way before?
Can you imagine how much deep joy and peace you feel when your mommy, your daddy, or another big person in your life snuggles you close? Can you imagine feeling that way in front of the Eucharist?
Welcome to The Heart of a Story: Saint Stories and Classic Tales for Tender Minds. On this podcast, we tell saints stories for toddlers and preschool children. These stories are meant to help the children know the heart of the saint and their story - who they loved, what they loved, and how they loved Jesus. It is in the formation of a saint’s heart, that we can truly understand their mission!
Written and hosted by: Niki Montecillo
Original music by: Kevin Kapchinski and family
Check him out at: https://kkapmusic.com/
Edited and produced by: Io Montecillo
Contact us at: theheartofastory@gmail.com
Monday Dec 27, 2021
Monday Dec 27, 2021
You can now support us on Patreon! Visit us at patreon.com/theheartofastory to become a contributor and gain access to an extra episode every month!
Today’s story was about St. Therese of Lisieux. After listening to the podcast together, consider discussing these questions with your child:
Therese loved her mom very much. But Therese had a lot of funny ideas! She liked to do things that her mom would tell her not to do. Do you ever feel that way?
Therese had a hard time and was angry and sad a lot. Have you ever felt this way?
Telling someone you feel sad and angry can help you. Can you talk to Jesus and Mary any time you feel sad or angry this week?
Welcome to The Heart of a Story: Saint Stories and Classic Tales for Tender Minds. On this podcast, we tell saints stories for toddlers and preschool children. These stories are meant to help the children know the heart of the saint and their story - who they loved, what they loved, and how they loved Jesus. It is in the formation of a saint’s heart, that we can truly understand their mission!
Written and hosted by: Niki Montecillo
Original music by: Kevin Kapchinski and family
Check him out at: https://kkapmusic.com/
Edited and produced by: Io Montecillo
Contact us at: theheartofastory@gmail.com
Tuesday Dec 21, 2021
Tuesday Dec 21, 2021
You can now support us on Patreon! Visit us at patreon.com/theheartofastory to become a contributor and gain access to an extra episode every month!
Today's story is about St. John the Baptist. After listening to the podcast together, consider discussing these questions with your child:
John knew that God wanted him to use his voice for a very special and important job. What very special important job do you think God wants you to do?
How do you feel when you hear your mom or dad's voice saying nice things to you, or singing to you? Can you imagine Mama Mary singing or speaking with you?
Welcome to The Heart of a Story: Saint Stories and Classic Tales for Tender Minds. On this podcast, we tell saints stories for toddlers and preschool children. These stories are meant to help the children know the heart of the saint and their story - who they loved, what they loved, and how they loved Jesus. It is in the formation of a saint’s heart, that we can truly understand their mission!
Written and hosted by: Niki Montecillo
Original music by: Kevin Kapchinski and family
Check him out at: https://kkapmusic.com/
Edited and produced by: Io Montecillo
Monday Dec 13, 2021
Monday Dec 13, 2021
You can now support us on Patreon! Visit us at patreon.com/theheartofastory to become a contributor and gain access to an extra episode every month!
Today’s story was about St. Juan Diego. After listening to the podcast together, consider discussing these questions with your child:
Mary looked at Juan with such a deep love and her eyes sparkled with love. Can you imagine Mary looking at you like that?
How do you think Juan could have felt, going back and forth between Mama Mary and the bishop? Would you have given up? Would you have been embarrassed?
How can you ask Mama Mary to be your very special mommy this week?
Welcome to The Heart of a Story: Saint Stories and Classic Tales for Tender Minds. On this podcast, we tell saints stories for toddlers and preschool children. These stories are meant to help the children know the heart of the saint and their story - who they loved, what they loved, and how they loved Jesus. It is in the formation of a saint’s heart, that we can truly understand their mission!
Written and hosted by: Niki Montecillo
Original music by: Kevin Kapchinski and family
Check him out at: https://kkapmusic.com/
Edited and produced by: Io Montecillo
Contact us at: theheartofastory@gmail.com
Monday Dec 13, 2021
Monday Dec 13, 2021
You can now support us on Patreon! Visit us at patreon.com/theheartofastory to become a contributor and gain access to an extra episode every month!
Welcome to The Heart of a Story: Saint Stories and Classic Tales for Tender Minds. On this podcast, we tell saints stories for toddlers and preschool children. These stories are meant to help the children know the heart of the saint and their story - who they loved, what they loved, and how they loved Jesus. It is in the formation of a saint’s heart, that we can truly understand their mission!
Written and hosted by: Niki Montecillo
Original music by: Kevin Kapchinski and family
Check him out at: https://kkapmusic.com/
Edited and produced by: Io Montecillo
Contact us at: theheartofastory@gmail.com