Starts January 1, 2027

Bible in a Year: Family Edition

by Fr. Josh Johnson, featuring Jeff Cavins

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Starting January 1, 2027, Fr. Josh Johnson will guide listeners through the story of salvation from Genesis to Revelation in 365 daily episodes.

With daily readings from Ascension's new Great Adventure Bible for Beginners, Fr. Josh will offer engaging explanations, insights, and encouragement that is understandable for young listeners, ages 7 to 12.

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The Great Adventure Catholic Bible for Beginners

Age Appropriate Readings

The Great Adventure Catholic Bible for Beginners

The daily readings for the podcast are taken from the second in Ascension’s forthcoming series of Bibles for children, The Great Adventure Catholic Bible for Beginners. Written for a 3rd-5th grade reading level, it deepens biblical understanding with faithful, age-appropriate language, beautiful sacred art, select verses quoted directly from the RSV-2CE, and The Bible Timeline® Learning System, preparing children to engage with God's Word for years to come.

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The First "In a Year" Podcast Featuring Daily Video

Engaging Young Audiences

The First "In a Year" Podcast Featuring Daily Video

Children and parents alike will enjoy watching Fr. Josh's reflections, reading along with the Bible passages on-screen, and seeing timeless sacred artwork included to help young viewers remember the Biblical characters they read about.

Bible in a Year: Family Edition will also be available on all major podcast platforms as a screen-free alternative.

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Built on the Great Adventure Bible Timeline®

Built on the Great Adventure Bible Timeline®

Jeff Cavins will narrate the daily Bible reading portions of each daily episode, and will appear in 12 special episodes as a "Bible Explorer" to introduce children to each of the major time periods of salvation history. Building on the same Bible Timeline® framework that shaped the original Bible in a Year, these episodes help young listeners see how the people, events, and promises of Scripture come together in one story that leads to Jesus.

Bible Questions from Real Children

Answering Their Real Questions

Bible Questions from Real Children

In each episode, Fr. Josh answers the real questions that real children have about the Bible, helping young viewers discover how Scripture connects to their own lives.

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Give to Support the Production of The Bible in a Year: Family Edition

Nothing like this has ever been done before and filming 365 daily video episodes is no easy task! If you feel called to help support the mission and production of The Bible in a Year: Family Edition, you can give a gift of support by clicking the button below. Thank you for your prayers and support as we prepare to release this incredible new podcast!

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How Your Family Can Follow Along

How Your Family Can Follow Along

The official Bible read by Jeff Cavins and explained by Fr. Josh in the podcast, as well as companion resources for leading family conversations and keeping children engaged, help families experience a truly transformative year in Scripture.

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How Your Parish Can Get Involved

How Your Parish Can Get Involved

The classroom edition of the Bible read by Jeff Cavins and explained by Fr. Josh in the podcast, as well as weekly family take-home resources, monthly activity magazines, and a free event guide, help parishes form families rooted in Scripture.

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How Your School Can Get Involved

How Your School Can Get Involved

The classroom edition of the Bible read by Jeff Cavins and explained by Fr. Josh in the podcast, as well as family-friendly resources, monthly activity magazines, and a free event guide, help schools foster a community rooted in Scripture.

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