• S2 E4: Abraham and Sarah - Genesis 15, 17
    Oct 6 2025

    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
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    10 mins
  • S2 E3: God's Covenant with Noah - Genesis 6-9
    Sep 29 2025

    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

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    9 mins
  • S2 E2: Adam and Eve, Genesis 2:4-25; 3:1-24
    Sep 22 2025

    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
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    9 mins
  • S2 E1: Creation Story, Genesis Chapters 1:1-2:4a
    Sep 15 2025

    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
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    8 mins
  • Season 2 Bedtime Bible Trailer
    Sep 13 2025

    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

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    1 min
  • Paul and the Philippians
    Feb 18 2022

    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

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    7 mins
  • Fruit of the Spirit
    Feb 18 2022

    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

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    9 mins
  • Love Is...
    Feb 16 2022

    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

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    8 mins