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Feb 26, 2020
Feb 26, 2020
41 min
Episode 30: Keeping Your Husband Happy (Easy Tips)
Okay homeschoolers! You're going to want to take notes on this episode and share it with all your married friends. Today, one of my favorite Catholic experts, Mary Ellen Barrett, is going to surprise you with some incredibly easy ways to make your husband very happy. Because when your marriage has that sparkle, everything else in your homeschooling life gets a BIG lift!
Find Mary Ellen here:
http://maryellenbarrett.com/
Short Feature: Amy Cattapan, Books & Blessings
Today’s Topic: The Ten Commandments for Kissing Gloria Jean, by Britt Lee
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Online Program
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Feb 19, 2020
Feb 19, 2020
39 min
NOTE: This episode contains sensitive topics regarding Catholic teaching on marriage and sexuality.
Episode 29: How Authentic Love in Your Marriage Teaches Your Children
Today I'm talking with someone very special, a veteran homeschooling mom who knows a thing or two about how Authentic Love in Your Marriage Teaches Your Children.
Find Ellen Gable Hrkach here:
https://ellengable.wordpress.com/
The Porn Myth: Exposing the Reality Behind the Fantasy of Pornography with Matt Fradd (audio), https://amzn.to/48M14hN (affiliate link)
Delivered: True Stories of Men and Women Who Turned from Porn to Purity by Matt Fradd, https://amzn.to/3RTsTOu (affiliate link)
Short Feature: Celeste Behe, Story Strands
Today’s Topic: What's in a Name?
Visit Celeste here, https://celestebehe.com/
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Program Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Feb 12, 2020
Feb 12, 2020
42 min
Episode 28: SALVATION: What Every Catholic Should Know.
If somebody asked you today what it takes to be saved, would you have an answer that was confident and specific? Think about it. Today’s guest, Dr. Michael Barber, is going to help unpack the topic of SALVATION: What Every Catholic Should Know.
Find Dr. Barber here:
https://www.thesacredpage.com/
@michaelpbarber
Enjoy these resources written/recorded by Dr. Barber:
Salvation: What Every Catholic Should Know (hardback)
Salvation: What Every Catholic Should Know (paper back)
*Contains affiliate links
Salvation, Lectio Study - DVD bible study with participant and leader guides (based on the book)
Michael Barber, Paul, A New Covenant Jew: Rethinking Pauline Theology (Eerdmans, 2019)
Short Feature: Dan Louzonis, Einstein Blueprint
Today’s Topic: How Parents Can Demonstrate Entrepreneurship to their Children
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschooling
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Feb 10, 2020
Feb 10, 2020
27 min
Episode 27: Ideas From Aquinas That Help Keep Our Kids Catholic
What are the main arguments of atheism, and how do we equip our teens to stand up to a culture intent on destroying their faith? Join me and one my favorite authors, Dr. Kevin Vost, as we share two of the most insidious attacks on our faith and how St. Thomas Aquinas can help you help your kids stand against them.
Find Kevin at https://www.drvost.com/
His new book:
12 Life Lessons from St. Thomas Aquinas book from Sophia Institute Press.
https://amzn.to/3SdiWwr (affiliate link)
His memoir:
From Atheism to Catholicism
https://amzn.to/3NYB0Ic (affiliate link)
(No short feature, today)
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Feb 10, 2020
Feb 10, 2020
23 min
Episode 26: Choosing a Transformative Lent, with Chris Stefanick!
If God identifies Himself by saying, “I AM,” not, “I DO,” then why do we so easily forget who we are in the eyes of Christ? Today I have the joy of talking with a powerhouse evangelist for the Catholic faith that many of you already know: Mr. Chris Stefanick!
“We destroy arguments and every pretension raising itself against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive in obedience to Christ…” (2 Corinthians 10:4)
Find Chris here:
https://reallifecatholic.com/
NOTE: Register for the I AM 30-day program at https://coaching.reallifecatholic.com/IAM-Enroll-Now
Short Feature: Chantal Howard, From Ideal to Real
Today’s Topic: You Are God's Glory
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Program
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Jan 22, 2020
Jan 22, 2020
32 min
Episode 25: Siblings as Co-Teachers in Your Homeschool
When children become competent enough to help mom and dad, including guiding and mentoring younger siblings, life gets a lot easier for the parents, but great life lessons are also absorbed by the children themselves. Today, we’re talking with veteran homeschooling mom, Ellen Gable Hrkach, about Siblings as Co-Teachers in Your Homeschool.
Find Ellen Gable Hrkach at https://ellengable.wordpress.com/
Short Feature: Books & Blessings, with A.J. Cattapan
Today’s topic: Rightfully Ours, by Carolyn Astfalk
Find Amy at https://www.ajcattapan.com/
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschooling
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links
Jan 16, 2020
Jan 16, 2020
35 min
Episode 24: Talking With Kids About God’s Gift of Marriage and Sex
Are you nervous about having “the talk” with your children? Do you wonder if too much information too soon will hurt their innocence? Today’s guest, Suzy Younger, is here to discuss Talking With Kids About God’s Gift of Marriage and Sex.
Find Suzy here: www.suzyyounger.com
Recommended Resources:
Fertility Care: https://fertilitycare.org/
Book: The NAPRO Technology Revolution, by Dr. Thomas Hilgers, https://amzn.to/48EqPR0
Book: Wonderfully Made! Babies: A Catholic Perspective on How and Why God Makes Babies (for ages 9 and up) by Ellen Giangiordano, https://amzn.to/47GHpix
Book: Made This Way, by Trent Horn & Leila Miller, https://amzn.to/3S90p4B
*Contains affiliate links
Contact Suzy Younger: Syounger.cfcp@gmail.com
Today’s Short Feature: Celeste Behe’s Story Strands
Topic: Your Family Prequel
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschooling
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Jan 8, 2020
Jan 8, 2020
44 min
Episode 23: Curing Mommy Overwhelm
As homeschoolers, we can get really overwhelmed. Self-doubts can wreak havoc on our peace of mind, causing us to lose faith in God’s plan for our families. A wonderful consultant and veteran homeschooling mom, Paola Ciskanik, is here to talk about Curing Mommy Overwhelm. Stay with us!
Paola’s BLOG: https://
All About Spelling: https://www.
Lauri Alphabet Puzzles: https://www.
Reading Helper Reading Strips: https://www.
Homeschool Connections Fiction Writing Courses: https://awa.
FREE Planning Guide Paola wrote that contains reflection questions, “Get Ready to THRIVE Planning Guide": https://
Articles pertaining to curing overwhelm:
The Secret to Homeschool Success :https://catholichomeschool.
How to Begin Homeschooling: https://
Top Tips to Wrap up the Year: https://
Today’s Short Feature: Dan Louzonis’ Einstein Blueprint
Topic: Production vs. Consumption Mentality
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Program
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Jan 2, 2020
Jan 2, 2020
41 min
Episode 22: How Thriving in Faith and Fitness Benefits Your Homeschool
How often as a homeschooling mom or dad have you wished you were in better shape and had more energy? Today’s guest, Olympic Athlete and homeschooling mom, Rebecca Dussault is here to tell us How Thriving in Faith and Fitness Benefits Your Homeschool.
Find Rebecca Dussault at FitCatholicMom.com: http://www.fitcatholicmom.com/
Today’s short feature: Chantal Howard’s From Ideal to Real
Topic: Theology of the Body
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Online Program
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.
Dec 27, 2019
Dec 27, 2019
28 min
Episode 21: Educating Your Special Needs Child at Home
Homeschooling has become a haven for kids the traditional school system has failed in some way. It's not that there aren't some great programs and talented teachers in the system; it's mostly that the system may not fit your special needs child. We're talking with author Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur about educating your special-needs child at home. Stay with us!
Patrice is the author of The Power of Forgiveness: https://cutt.ly/pe24EdT
And is the editor of Today's Catholic Homeschooling: https://www.todayscatholichomeschooling.com/
Today's Short Feature: Amy Cattapan Books and Blessings: Frozen Footprints, by Therese Heckenkamp
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschooling
Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice is Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host is Lisa Mladinich
Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.
*This post contains affiliate links.