Catholic Kids Faith Explorers

Fall is officially here! This week, Taylor and Brady talk about Jesus’ parable of the vineyard and what it means to produce good fruit in our own lives. What kind of “fruit” are we growing through the way we treat others, use our gifts, and live our faith? Then we hit the trail with one of the most loved saints of all—St. Francis of Assisi! We’ll discover how his simple, joyful life reminds us that loving God should change the way we live and the fruit we produce.

This week, we’re taking you along on a very special adventure — our family pilgrimage to the National Centre for Padre Pio in Barto, Pennsylvania! Taylor and Brady share what they experienced on the pilgrimage and introduce you to St. Padre Pio, an incredible priest, mystic, and saint who reminds us of the power of prayer, sacrifice, and trusting God. Viva Padre Pio! 🙌

This week, Taylor and Brady tackle a phrase every kid has said: “That’s not fair!” 😆 Through Jesus’ parable of the workers in the vineyard, they discover that God’s love and mercy aren’t something we earn by being first or working the longest—they’re gifts He gives generously. And instead of worrying about whether someone else got “more,” Jesus invites us to be grateful for what we’ve been given and to help bring as many people as possible closer to Him.

Forgiving someone isn’t always easy—especially when it’s your sibling! 😆 This week on Catholic Kids Faith Explorers , Taylor and Brady explore what Jesus teaches us about mercy and forgiveness . We’ll meet Saint Josephine Bakhita , whose incredible life shows us what it really means to forgive, hear Taylor’s Joke of the Week, and dive into Sunday’s readings where Jesus reminds us that forgiveness isn’t something we keep count of.

Happy Labor Day, Faith Explorers! But…why do we actually celebrate Labor Day? Taylor and Brady kick off this episode with some fun Labor Day history and trivia before talking about something we all have in common: work! Whether it’s going to a job, doing schoolwork, helping around the house, practicing a sport, or tackling a chore you really don’t feel like doing, even the ordinary things we do can become a gift to God. We’ll discover how we can offer our work to God , meet another Trail Guide of Faith, hear Brady’s take on this Sunday’s readings, and of course finish with Taylor’s Joke of the Week! As summer winds down and a new school year gets rolling, come find out how even the smallest jobs can have a BIG purpose when we do them with love. ❤️ 🎒 Grab your gear, Faith Explorers—let’s hit the trail!

School is back—and Taylor and Brady are packing more than pencils and notebooks! In Episode 11, the Faith Explorers talk honestly about heading back to school: Why do we even have to learn? Do grades really matter? And how can something as ordinary as school help us grow closer to God? Then we pack a Spiritual Backpack for the school year, discovering what a pencil, eraser, highlighter, crayons, lunchbox, and ruler can remind us about our faith. We’ll also meet our Trail Guide of Faith, Saint Joseph of Cupertino , hear Taylor’s Joke of the Week, and take a quick look at this Sunday’s Mass readings. Whether you’re heading to a classroom, learning around the kitchen table, or somewhere in between, remember: God goes to school with you, too. Grab your backpack, Explorers—faith is the greatest adventure!

The adventure continues! ✨ In Part 1, Taylor and Brady explored the incredible ways God fills His playground with light. Now, in Part 2, we turn to this week’s Sunday readings and discover what it means to carry that light with us. Because noticing God’s light is only the beginning. The real adventure is figuring out how to carry it with us—and shine it wherever we go.

Summer is full of light—and in Part 1 of our special 10th episode, Taylor and Brady are heading into God’s Playground to find it! ✨ From glowing lightning bugs and colorful sunsets to summer storms, campfires, and some pretty amazing surprises hidden in nature, we’re looking at all the ways God uses light to make His creation beautiful. But not every kind of light can be seen. ❤️ This week’s Trail Guide of Faith, Saint Teresa of Calcutta (Mother Teresa) , showed the world what it looks like to be a light—bringing the love of Jesus into some of the darkest and most difficult places. Join us as we soak up some of our favorite parts of summer, search for God’s fingerprints in His creation, and discover how we can carry His light wherever we go. And come back Wednesday for Part 2 of Episode 10! 🔦🌅🔥

Grab your hiking shoes! Taylor and Brady are heading to the mountains to discover why some of the best views—and some of the best lessons in faith—come after a hard climb. Along the trail, they meet mountain-loving Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati and take on a new God’s Playground Challenge. Whether it’s a huge snow-capped mountain or just the tallest hill in your neighborhood, this episode reminds us that following God can sometimes feel like an uphill climb—but He’s with us every step of the way.

Seeds don't grow overnight, and neither do we. Join Taylor and Brady as they explore the beauty of God's creation in the garden and discover how patience, trust, and generosity all come together in this week's Gospel, where Jesus feeds the five thousand with just five loaves and two fish.

What do swimming, fishing, rain, and a simple glass of water have to do with God? More than you might think! Join Taylor and Brady as they explore the amazing gift of water in God's creation. Along the way, they discover how Jesus uses water throughout the Bible—from calming storms and calling fishermen to baptism and the promise of "living water." They'll share a few fun stories from their adventures, a kid-friendly Gospel reflection, a saint connection, a laugh or two, and a challenge to get outside and thank God for one of His greatest gifts.

We’re kicking off a brand-new summer series all about getting outside, exploring, and discovering God through His amazing creation! For our first adventure, we’re heading into the woods ! Taylor and Brady talk about why the forest is one of their favorite places to explore, the incredible things you can discover there, and how spending time in nature can help us slow down and notice God all around us. Then, meet our Trail Guide of the Week, Saint Kateri Tekakwitha , who loved spending time in the woods and found quiet places in nature to pray and grow closer to God. So grab your hiking shoes, head outside, and join us as we begin a summer of exploring God’s Playground!