FAITH NEWS SERVICE – Captain Flashlight Jr. is a new faith-based animated children’s series created to support families and churches in guiding children toward biblical truth, strong character, and a confident faith.
Developed by experienced children’s storytellers with backgrounds in trusted programming such as Sesame Street, Barney & Friends, and Thomas & Friends, and inspired by the faith-centered Davey & Goliath, the project is rooted in a clear mission: helping children understand who God says they are—and how to live that out in everyday life.
Each episode draws inspiration from the Armor of God, translating scripture into stories children can understand and apply. Rather than abstract lessons or fantasy battles, Captain Flashlight Jr. focuses on real moments—choosing honesty, seeking peace, standing strong in faith, and showing kindness when it matters most.
Production of the pilot episode will be led by Janimation, an Emmy Award–winning animation studio with over three decades of experience bringing animated stories to life across entertainment and educational media.
Co-creator Rod Butler explains the vision:
“Families need stories that draw us closer to God.
Let’s bring back stories that honor faith, family, and build character.
Our supporters will help create a purposeful alternative for kids.”
The team is currently raising support to complete the pilot episode, which will serve as the foundation for the series and future outreach. Churches, families, and faith communities are encouraged to participate through giving, sharing, and prayer.
By supporting Captain Flashlight Jr., believers help place faith-filled stories into the hands of children—stories designed to reinforce biblical values and help kids shine God’s light in the world around them.
Funding for the pilot is being raised through a crowdfunding campaign, inviting individuals, families, and churches to participate not only through financial support, but by sharing the project within their communities. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Filament City Media ensures that donations directly support mission-driven children’s storytelling and are tax-deductible where applicable.
The crowdfunding campaign is now live at:
captainflashlightjr.org
About Filament City Media
Filament City Media is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) dedicated to creating faith-based children’s media that helps kids grow in character, wisdom, and moral discernment. Through engaging stories and imaginative worlds, the organization equips families with content that reinforces biblical values while encouraging courage, responsibility, and hope.
Founded by experienced creators in family entertainment, Filament City Media exists to offer a purposeful alternative to children’s media shaped by trends and algorithms—stories designed not just to entertain, but to form hearts and minds for the next generation.
About Janimation
Founded in 1993, Janimation is a Dallas-based animation and production studio with a long-standing reputation for creative excellence across animation, visual effects, and storytelling. With work spanning children’s programming, feature films, branded content, and educational media, Janimation brings decades of experience crafting stories that connect emotionally and endure culturally. The studio is committed to using its creative expertise in service of meaningful projects that inspire, educate, and uplift audiences.
Contact:
Rod Butler
Filament City Media, LLC
cptflashlight@gmail.com
Dallas, Texas
