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Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
It’s always exciting to hear about homeschooling parents who are just as innovative in serving the homeschool community as they are living out their own family’s journey. Today’s guest, founder of Arx Publishing, Tony Schiavo, is here to give us a peak into the world of Being a Homeschool Dad and a Publisher.
You can explore all of the books from Tony Schiavo and Arx Publishing here:
www.arxpub.com
To contact Tony: info@arxpub.com
Arx Publishing's newest book is from the Belisaurus series, an excellent chapter book for you or the teen in your life, http://www.arxpub.com/literary/Belisarius.html
You can find The Laviniad: An Epic Poem by Claudio R. Salvucci at https://amzn.to/3Nn2QOg
You can read a free excerpt here, http://www.arxpub.com/literary/Salvucci/laviniadexcerpt.html
Evolution Publications, http://evolpub.com/
Angels in Iron by Nicholas Prata can be found at Arx Publishing or on Amazon, https://amzn.to/3RGB1CP
*Contains affiliate links
To learn more about Phillip Campbell's Story of Civilization: https://tanbooks.com/shop-by-product-line/story-of-civilization/
Grade school classes using Story of Civilization: https://homeschoolconnections.com/course-result/?recorded=&live=&keywords=&subjects=Unit+Study&instructor=&sct=
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.
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Igniting our children’s imaginations through a wholesome and exciting Catholic lens is something homeschooling families care a lot about. Today’s lovely guest is author Haley Stewart, here to talk about Word on Fire’s new imprint that is all about Storytelling That Sparks the Imaginations of Children!
Find Haley Stewart:
Substack: HaleyStewart.substack.com
IG: @HaleyCarrots
Tw: @HaleyCarrots
Book Ordering Links:
Haley’s wonderful Sister Seraphina Mysteries from Pauline Books and Media:
https://paulinestore.com/books/featured-authors/haley-stewart.html
Jane Austin’s Genius Guide to Life: https://amzn.to/3T4jqWG
The Grace of Enough: https://amzn.to/3N4jCkZ
*Includes affiliate links
Previous Episodes with Haley:
Episode #140: Haley Stewart: Introducing the Sister Seraphina Mysteries
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zL0ymy8rFWE&list=PL8B8jEYtJSiNXpmqqhoW-D24Hu_aZR143&index=30
Episode #14: Haley Stewart: The Grace of Enough
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-sZSJ1flp8&list=PL8B8jEYtJSiNXpmqqhoW-D24Hu_aZR143&index=144
More on science and faith:
Episode #16: Brother Guy Consolmagno: Science Increasingly Points to God:
https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/science-increasingly-points-to-god/
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschooling 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
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.
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
The times we live in were described by Our Lady of Fatima as “the final battle,” with vicious attacks on marriage and the family. It’s a time of confusion, and our kids need to be solid in knowing exactly who they are. Today’s guest is an executive coach and a Catholic mom in the trenches, here to talk about Raising Kids with a Clear, Catholic Identity.
Find Jenna Mayo: https://www.jennamayo.com
Or via email at jenna@jennamayocoaching.com
Jenna Mayo at CatholicSpeakers.com:
https://catholicspeakers.com/profiles/jenna-mayo
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.
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
The Advent and Christmas seasons are complex and beautiful times of year in our Catholic liturgies AND our family traditions! If you’re looking for inspiration, our beautiful mom panel, Jaydalia Dunne, Eleanor Bourg Nicholson, and Olivia Spears are here to share How Three Moms Celebrate Christmas.
Contact Jaydalia Dunne:
jaydunne18@gmail.com
Recipe for Swedish Buns for St. Lucy Day:
https://swedishspoon.com/saffron-buns/
Link to advent candle making for kids:
https://inhisname.com/100-beeswax-dyi-candle-kit-for-kids-15001?gclid=CjwKCAjw3oqoBhAjEiwA_UaLtiCg5n5cU8A3wqQyHF8ndkviOLeDm-SYSP7XADsRVgNRGcjxFEcnDBoCfVMQAvD_BwE
Find Eleanor Bourg Nicholson:
https://homeschoolconnections.com/instructors/eleanor-bourg-nicholson/
Eleanor's "Christmas with Dickens" course:
https://homeschoolconnections.com/courses/christmas-with-dickens-in-july-2/
Advent Prayers: https://archive.wf-f.org/ADVPray.html
Christmas Novena: https://archive.wf-f.org/ChrisNovena.html
Star of Bethlehem documentary: https://bethlehemstar.com/
Find Olivia Spears:
Into the Deep: https://intothedeep.co
On Instagram: @intothedeepco
Into the Deep Picture Study: Joyful Mysteries:
https://intothedeep.co/collections/picture-studies-1/products/catechetical-picture-study-the-joyful-mysteries-of-the-rosary-1
Jennifer Mackintosh’s website:
https://jenmackintosh.com
More Resources:
"Christmas in Literature, Drama, and Music for Middle School" taught by Kevin O'Brien
https://homeschoolconnections.com/courses/christmas-in-literature-drama-and-music/
Episode 62: A Dickensian Christmas with Tony Eselen
https://homeschoolconnections.com/podcasts/tony-esolen-christmas/
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.
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
It can be a joy to teach our children from a young age to love the Lord in the Holy Eucharist. Today’s guest, Janeen Zaio has a great mission: Helping Kids Love Jesus in the Eucharist.
Find Janeen Zaio:
https://janeenzaio.com
Her book club is here!
https://truenorthbookclub.com
Eucharistic Resources mentioned in this show:
Prayer just before Holy Communion:
https://aleteia.org/2020/03/21/this-spiritual-communion-prayer-is-the-easiest-to-memorize/
Formed: Presence: The Miracle at Every Mass
Homeschool Connections: Theology: Christ’s Real Presence in the Eucharist: https://homeschoolconnections.com/courses/theology-christs-real-presence-in-the-eucharist-defending-the-faith-series/
Carlo Acutis’ website about Eucharistic miracles: The Real Presence:
http://www.therealpresence.org
Book on Carlo Acutis by his mom:
https://www.osvcatholicbookstore.com/product/my-son-carlo-carlo-acutis-through-the-eyes-of-his-mother
Sky Walking: An Astronaut’s Memoir, by (astronaut) Dr. Tom Jones:
https://www.amazon.com/Sky-Walking-Astronauts-Tom-Jones/dp/1588344045
Book on “Tolkien’s Faith,” by Dr. Holly Ordway:
https://books.wordonfire.org/tolkiensfaith
Stirring Slumbering Souls: 250 Eucharistic Reflections, by Michael Seagriff:
https://www.amazon.com/Stirring-Slumbering-Souls-Eucharistic-Reflections/dp/0578198568
Joseph Langford books on Mother Teresa:
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Joseph-Langford/author/B001RXSCDG
Christ's Real Presence in the Eucharist course from Homeschool Connections, https://homeschoolconnections.com/courses/theology-christs-real-presence-in-the-eucharist-defending-the-faith-series/?swcfpc=1
Fiction Writing courses from Homeschool Connections, https://homeschoolconnections.com/course-result/?recorded=&live=&keywords=fiction&subjects=Writing&instructor=&sct=
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.
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Today we’re talking about a wonderfully pure-of-heart romantic novel you will not want to miss! It’s written from the perspective of a gifted, neurodivergent teen, and I believe it will bless you and your teens with its captivating plot and fascinating heroine. Today’s guest, Ginny Kochis, is here to tell us about her new novel, Blink and We’ll Miss It!
Find Ginny Kochis here: https://www.notsoformulaic.com/
Blink and We'll Miss It: http://www.ginnykochis.com/blinkandwellmissit
Writing Coaching for Teens and Adults: http://www.ginnykochis.com/services
Supercharge Your Story: A Young Author's Guide to Writing True, Good, and Beautiful Fiction Readers Can't Put Down: https://notsoformulaic.com/product/supercharge-your-story
More Recommended Resources:
• Peace on Purpose Student Edition: Executive Function Workbook and Course for Tweens and Teens: https://notsoformulaic.com/product/peace-on-purpose-student-edition-catholic-executive-function-workbook
• Peace on Purpose: Executive Function Course for Moms: https://notsoformulaic.com/product/catholic-executive-function-course-for-moms
• Executive Decisions: Executive Function Workbook for Moms: https://notsoformulaic.com/product/executive-decisions-2
• Made for Greatness: A Growth Mindset Journal for Courageous Catholic Youth: https://notsoformulaic.com/madeforgreatness
• To Hear His Voice: A Mass Journal for Catholic Kids: https://notsoformulaic.com/mass-journal-catholic-kids
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.
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Catholics are mad about the mysteries of our faith, but we also delight in fictional stories that sweep us away in the thrill of Catholic characters risking it all to discover the truth. Catholic Attorney and homeschooling dad, Antony Kolenc, is back to tell us about his latest mystery for young readers, his NEW Mystery! Murder at Penwood Manor!
Find Antony Kolenc here: http://www.antonykolenc.com
Loyola's Curriculum Companions to the Harwood Mysteries: https://www.harwoodmysteries.com/curriculum-companions/
Tony’s Podcast: http://www.antonykolenc.com/the-shepherds-pie.html
Catholic Teen Books: https://www.catholicteenbooks.com
Also find Tony’s fiction webinar on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UmiM-wGD_nc
Episode 97, with Antony Kolenc: https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/episode-97-homeschooling-dad-lawyer-and-mystery-author/
Episode 141, with Antony Kolenc, The Latest Harwood Mystery! https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-azui5-1343be8
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.
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
We are all part of the Communion of Saints, and every day, we walk the road to heaven with the help of that holy “cloud of witnesses” St. Paul describes in his letter to the Hebrews. Today, veteran homeschooling mom Belinda Terro Mooney is here to teach us about Praying With the Saints on Their Feast Days.
Contact Belinda Terro Mooney:
belindatmooney@gmail.com
Her website…
https://tlcwellnessinstitute.com
IG: @belindaterromooney
FB: Belinda Terro Mooney
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.
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
This world is tough on teens, especially if they’re neurodiverse. On a daily basis, they are influenced by powerful forces of cultural indoctrination, so our most vulnerable kids need insightful support from the people who love them most. Today’s guest, Ginny Kochis, is here to help us learn about Neurodivergent Teens & Their Fragile Faith.
Find Ginny Kochis here: https://www.notsoformulaic.com/
Ginny's original resources!
Choosing Your Patron Saint: A Guide for Catholic Youth
https://notsoformulaic.com/product/choosing-your-patron-saint-a-guide-for-catholic-youth
Made for Greatness: Thrive Edition (A Growth Mindset Workbook for Catholic Tweens and Teens)
https://notsoformulaic.com/product/made-for-greatness-thrive-edition-catholic-growth-mindset-for-teens
Made for Greatness: A Growth Mindset Journal for Courageous Catholic Youth
https://notsoformulaic.com/madeforgreatness
Ora Et Labora: A Rule of Life for Catholic Youth
https://notsoformulaic.com/product/ora-et-labora-a-rule-of-life-for-catholic-youth
Accepting the Gift (Ministry):
https://www.acceptingthegift.org
Father Schneider, autistic Catholic priest:
https://uscatholic.org/articles/202205/father-matthew-schneider-on-being-autistic-and-catholic/
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.
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
If your family experiences a sudden shift in your circumstances in the midst of a homeschool year, your life together can suddenly become very challenging. Today, Homeschooling mom, Lena Brown is here to share some great practical lessons about Homeschooling Through a Major Transition
Connect with Lena Brown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marie.galbreath.184
More conversations with Lena Brown: https://homeschoolconnections.com/podcasts_category/arlena-brown-catholic-homeschooling/
Episode 129: Mental Health and Homeschooling
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3MuAPYXxP8Y&list=PL8B8jEYtJSiNXpmqqhoW-D24Hu_aZR143&index=41
Episode 137: Making a Schedule and Being Intentional
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJn1QB-1IFc&list=PL8B8jEYtJSiNXpmqqhoW-D24Hu_aZR143&index=33
Episode 147: Our Family’s Study of Black History
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQNFZEIfUOU&list=PL8B8jEYtJSiNXpmqqhoW-D24Hu_aZR143&index=23&t=1234s
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.