The Homeschooling Saints Podcast

Episode 194: Courage in Homeschooling

It takes guts to homeschool, as we struggle with the almost daily insecurities that come with the territory. Am I really doing what’s best for my child? Am I doing it right? Am I good enough to carry this through? Today, it’s a joy to welcome back homeschooling mom Olivia Spears to talk about Courage in Homeschooling.

Contact Olivia Spears: https://intothedeep.co/contact
Instagram: @intothedeep

Resource links:
• Unit Study on the Beatitudes, https://intothedeep.co/collections/all-products/products/the-beatitudes-unit-study
• Apostles Story Cards, https://intothedeep.co/collections/all-products/products/the-apostles-story-cards 

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.

Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

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Episode 193: Common Marriage Problems—and Simple Solutions

We are extremely busy working, homeschooling, and making ends meet, and our marital relationship can get into quite a neglected state. Today, pastoral counselor and homeschooling dad Tom Weishaar is here to share some Common Marriage Problems—and Simple Solutions!

NOTE: This episode contains potentially sensitive topics regarding Catholic teaching on marriage and sexuality.

You can find Tom at CatholicCounselors.com! 
https://catholiccounselors.com/tele-counseling-services/

The CatholicHOM app can be found here:
https://www.catholichom.com

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.

Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Episode 192: Living the Holy Hour in Your Homeschool

Even in the midst of so much important learning and growing, drawing our families closer to the Heart of Christ has to be our first priority. So, today, author and homeschooling mom Annabelle Moseley is here, to tell us about Living the Holy Hour in Your Homeschool!

Find Annabelle Moseley and bonus resources:
https://www.catholicholyhour.com/awake-with-christ/

Find Annabelle Moseley at:
https://tourguideofwonder.com

The Ave Prayer Book for Catholic Mothers:
https://www.avemariapress.com/products/ave-prayer-book-for-catholic-mothers

Links to her two podcasts: 
https://wcatradio.com/destinationsainthood
https://wcatradio.com/thensingsmysoul

Other books:
https://www.annabellemoseley.com/2021/01/our-house-sacred-heart
https://www.annabellemoseley.com/2019/11/sacred-braille

Sacred Braille: The Rosary as Masterpiece by Annabelle Moseley: https://amzn.to/3UsQzMo 

Our House of the Sacred Heart: Art, Prayers & Reflections towards Consecration to the Sacred Heart by Annabelle Moseley: https://amzn.to/3waFBBi 

Link to joining 33-Day Consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus:
https://www.annabellemoseley.com/consecration-to-the-sacred-heart-of-jesus/?utm_source=email&utm_campaign=newsletter210908

YouTube Devotional Series:
Seven Sorrows Devotion Prayer Companion video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnQLfD212V4

Seven Sorrows Rosary Prayer Companion video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fb-6WDBcZ0

Prayer Companion to the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2Z6_SaSY_c

Prayer Companion to the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qa1pNf2clM

Prayer Companion to the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FBcdzzm9VIo

Prayer Companion to the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8do6WvVDLs4

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.

Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

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Episode 191: Lent with Littles

Lent challenges adults on so many levels—through fasting, prayer, and almsgiving—and especially through cultivating a humble and contrite spirit. But what does that look like when our homes and hearts are occupied with young children? Today’s guest, homeschooling mom, Alex Resch, is here to share her tips on Lent with Littles.

Lent with Littles:
https://www.oraetschola.com/2024/01/20/catholic-lent-with-littles

Alex Resch’s blog (for more on the liturgical year):
https://www.oraetschola.com

Resources:
Children's Lenten Journals: https://dumb-ox.com/collections/lent/products/a-lenten-journal-for-children

Holy Heroes- free activities for every day of Lent
https://lentenadventure.com

Ash Wednesday coloring page:
http://www.holyheroes.net/la/AshWed-ColoringPage.pdf

Stations of the Cross Eggs:
https://www.catholicicing.com/stations-of-cross-eggs-for-catholic/

Be a Heart: (she usually puts out a free Lenten Guide)
https://beaheart.com

Stations of the Cross coloring pages:
https://www.reallifeathome.com/printable-stations-of-the-cross-for-children

Catholic Family Crate Lent Resources:
https://catholicfamilycrate.com/collections/lent-triduum

Catholic All Year:
https://catholicallyear.com

Scott Hahn Lenten Cookbook:
https://www.amazon.com/Lenten-Cookbook-Scott-Hahn/dp/1644134691

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.

Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

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Episode 190: Nobis Pacem! A Fully Accredited Hispanic Curriculum!

What a joy it is to know that each of our families is a unique expression of the family of God, and through homeschooling, to cultivate that beautiful individuality in the human person, our culture, and our language! Today, our guest is Marisol Rodero, a homeschooling mom, who is here to tell us about her family’s Nobis Pacem: A Fully Accredited Hispanic Curriculum!

Contact Marisol Rodero:
Info@nobispacem.com

Nobis Pacem Curriculum:
https://nobispacem.com

Instagram: @nobispacemhomeschool
Facebook: Nobis Pacem Academy 
https://www.facebook.com/nobispacemhomeschool

Curriculum review of Nobis Pacem:
https://www.mommymaestra.com/2016/11/homeschool-curriculum-spanish-nobis-pacem.html

Jennifer Mackintosh: https://jenmackintosh.com/ 

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.

Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

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Episode 189: The Faith of Catholic Kids Around the World

It is an incredible blessing when our kids can draw inspiration from other Catholic children around the globe in living out their faith in their own beautiful and unique cultures. Today, Clara Davison is here with a resource that helps our families learn from The Faith of Catholic Kids Around the World.

Find Clara Davison at:
https://holyheroes.com
 

Free Lenten Resources at HolyHeros.com:
https://lentenadventure.com
 

Homeschooling Saints Podcast Episode 155: The Very Young Catholic Project, with Emily Koczela

Other episodes with Clara Davison of Holy Heroes: 

Catholic Homeschool Advent Resources

Catholic Homeschool Graduate 

 

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.

Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

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Episode 188: Homeschool with the Saints for History and Literature!

As Catholics, we know how powerful it is to walk day by day in the abiding presence of God and in the fellowship of His saints. Today’s guest is a homeschooling dad and the founder of Arx Publishing, Tony Schiavo, here with some exciting ways to Homeschool with the Saints for History and Literature!

Connect with Tony Schiavo and Arx Publishing: www.arxpub.com

The First Crusade: The Accounts of Eye-Witnesses and Participants:  http://www.arxpub.com/HSBookstore/Faith-sci.html#FirstCrusade 

Authentic Accounts of Christian Martyrdom and Persecution from the Ancient Sources: http://www.arxpub.com/literary/i_am_a_christian.html 

Young Catholics Bookshelf: http://www.arxpub.com/HSBookstore/Index.html 

Author Katy Campbell, https://katysfables.com/books/

Personal Reflections of Joan of Arc by Mark Twain: https://amzn.to/4aMr1j8 (affiliate link)

Wounds of Love by Phillip Campbell, https://amzn.to/48HCfUN (affiliate link)

Hillside Education: https://www.hillsideeducation.com/ 

Tony's previous Homeschooling Saints episode: Being a Homeschool Dad and Publisher: https://homeschoolconnections.com/podcasts/being-a-homeschool-dad-and-a-publisher/ 

Louis deWohl novels: https://ignatius.com/authors/louis-de-wohl/ 

Vision Series: https://ignatius.com/kids/summer-reading/the-vision-books-series/ 

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.

Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

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Episode 187: Having Confidence in Your Decision to Homeschool

I’ve never met a homeschooling mom or dad who didn’t sometimes question their commitment to homeschooling. So many challenges come up that can fill us with doubts, unless we have a framework for keeping perspective. Today, homeschooling veteran, Jennifer Smarsh, is here to offer some tips for Having Confidence in Your Decision to Homeschool.
 
You can reach Jennifer Smarsh here:
byhisgracejs@gmail.com
 
Jennifer on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/jen.smarsh

Article: Public School vs. Homeschool Socialization

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.

Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

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Episode 186: Community Building Throughout the Year

At any time of year, so many things can contribute to feelings of isolation in homeschooling. And one of them is simply a lack of connection with other people who share our faith and values. We all need community. Today, Amanda Woodiel returns to offer tips and personal stories about Community Building Throughout the Year.

Contact Amanda at: amanda.woodiel@gmail.com 
And put “Podcast” in the subject line

More podcast episodes with Amanda Woodiel:
Episode #168: Homeschooling Through My Son’s Cancer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3cI3dCHcxxM

Episode #6: Tips for New Homeschoolers:
https://homeschoolconnections.com/podcasts/top-tips-for-new-homeschooling-parents/

Episode #37: Accepting Help
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upd2EdzMqww

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.

Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

*This post contains affiliate links.

Episode 185: Rejoice and Reboot!

Gratitude is a powerful thing, so today, Maureen Wittmann, co-owner of Homeschool Connections, is here to reflect with us about counting the wins and blessings of the year, as we as prepare our hearts and discern God’s plans for the coming year. Join us to Rejoice and Reboot!

Find Maureen Wittmann:
https://homeschoolconnections.com/about-homeschool-connections/#directors

Maureen is also the editor and a contributing author of Homeschool Connections' Catholic Homeschool Blog.
 

Jenny Bales “Heart of a Mother” retreats
https://www.heartofamother.net/

Jenny's Mid-Year Reflection Retreat, https://www.heartofamother.net/shop/midyear-homeschooling-reflection/ 

 

Virtue of the Month cards: https://mercyformarthas.com/2020/09/01/free-virtue-of-the-month-cards/ 

 

The Hiding Place, by Corrie Ten Boom, https://amzn.to/3RH0Liq 
 

Article mentioned: 7 Scientifically Proven Benefits Of Gratitude That Will Motivate You To Give Thanks Year-Round, Forbes (2014)
https://www.forbes.com/sites/amymorin/2014/11/23/7-scientifically-proven-benefits-of-gratitude-that-will-motivate-you-to-give-thanks-year-round/

 

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.