Creating Our Holy Home

Navigating the messy in marriage

Beth Sri discusses the importance of real talk about marriage and the need for vulnerability and authenticity in relationships. She shares how her own marriage experiences have led her to write a book on the messy and beautiful aspects of marriage. Beth emphasizes that God works through the imperfections and challenges of marriage to transform and sanctify couples. She also highlights the significance of communication and vulnerability in overcoming shame and fostering a deeper connection with one's spouse. Building a deep connection with your spouse and children is essential for effective communication and growth. It requires vulnerability, empathy, and the ability to hold space for their emotions. Being Christ-like in our relationships means receiving vulnerability with mercy and unconditional love. It is important to create a safe space for open and honest communication, even when it involves expressing anger or grief. In Christian cultures, there can be a hesitancy to address these emotions, but it is necessary for healing and growth. It is also important to do our own inner work and seek support from mentors, therapists, or retreats to strengthen our marriages. Rest and self-care are crucial for being present and available to our loved ones. Buy Beth and Dr. Sri's book ⁠The Good, The Messy, and The Beautiful [https://ascensionpress.com/products/the-good-the-messy-and-the-beautiful-the-joys-and-struggles-of-real-married-life?srsltid=AfmBOor8BiMP2JTNq7GVKEkM2SKIi_34cqbKyRU2HlrvGH_SFQy0XMB-]

Teaching big faith lessons through books and media

Haley Stewart, editor of Word on Fire Votive, discusses the importance of storytelling and reading in the formation of children's faith. She shares her journey to her current role and the joy of being a "book midwife" (love that, right?!). Haley emphasizes the need for flexibility in parenting and the importance of allowing children to make choices in their reading while also curating a home library filled with high-quality literature. She encourages parents to engage in conversations with their children about the themes and messages in the books they read, even if they diverge from a Catholic worldview. Haley also recommends several book series, including Little House on the Prairie, Lord of the Rings, Chronicles of Narnia, The Penderwicks, and the Sister Serafina Mysteries. Follow Haley on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/haleycarrots/] Listen to Haley's podcast for Word On Fire, the Votive Podcast [https://www.wordonfire.org/videos/the-votive-podcast/] Read Haley's Books [https://www.avemariapress.com/authors/haley-stewart?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw28W2BhC7ARIsAPerrcK3HSX8RcCfry1MbpjayyNtXArzX9hob_r4PsrRSY0DU64ufobW3JQaAsyQEALw_wcB] Pre-order The Catholic Kids' Cookbook [https://www.wordonfire.org/kids2/]

For when you need community

One of the most pervasive topics on social media when it comes to motherhood: making mom friends! We weren't meant to be on this motherhood journey alone, but MAN it's hard to make friends when you're in the thick of parenting! Our guest this episode knows a think or two about building community as a mom, and she's sharing her wisdom with us today. Lisa M. Hendey is the Founder of CatholicMom.com and the bestselling author of books for adults and children, including The Grace of Yes and I'm a Saint in the Making. Her Chime Travelers series for kids is read and studied worldwide in homes, schools, and churches. A frequent TV and radio guest, Lisa has also hosted two podcasts and speaks internationally on faith, family, evangelization and technology topics. She has traveled worldwide with nonprofits to support their humanitarian missions. Lisa and Greg Hendey worship and live their story in Los Angeles, CA. Lisa's Website [https://lisahendey.com/] CatholicMom.com [https://www.catholicmom.com/] Check out Lisa's books [https://lisahendey.com/books/] Email Lisa at lisahendey@gmail.com Get 15% off your first purchase at ourholyhome.com [ourholyhome.com] using the code PODCAST at check out

For when you want to play more intentionally

Play is an essential part of building your family culture. The ways you play with your kiddos seriously impacts not only their mental and emotional development, but also their spiritual development! Today, Elissa Tiprigan joins us to talk about creating family culture through more intentional play. Elissa Tiprigan is the founder of Catholic Family Crate. Catholic Family Crate makes Catholic educational resources, games, art, stickers, subscription boxes, and more to make growing in the Catholic faith easy and fun. They are on a mission to revolutionize Catholic resources and make them affordable, accessible, high-quality, and engaging. She's an accidental entrepreneur but she's grateful for God's wild plan for her life. She lives in majestic Colorado with her husband and four children. Shop Catholic Family Crate [https://catholicfamilycrate.com/] Get 15% off your first purchase at ourholyhome.com [ourholyhome.com] using the code PODCAST at check out

For when you need a framework for faith at home

Do you love the term "domestic church" as much as I do? The first time I heard it, I felt such a visceral reaction to it. What a beautiful way to think about our homes and families! It makes me think of Matthew 18:20 - "Where two or three have gathered together in My name, I am there in their midst." OK, so if we're on board with the domestic church concept...what's our framework for living it out? Enter: today's guests! Dr. Greg and Lisa Popcak join us today to talk about the documentation they developed to answer this exact question–The Liturgy of the Domestic Church. Dr. Greg and Lisa Popcak are the President and Vice-President of CatholicCounselors.com, a group pastoral tele-counsleing practice serving Catholic families, couples and individuals around the world. The authors of over 20 books on Catholic marriage and family life and spirituality, the Popcaks are the co-hosts of More2Life, a call-in advice program airing each weekday from 10-11am Eastern on EWTN radio and SiriusXM Channel 130. Co-Directors of the Peyton Institute for Domestic Church Life, the Popcaks are the developers of the CatholicHŌM app and are members of the USCCB Advisory Board for Marriage and Family Ministry. CatholicCounselors.com [https://catholiccounselors.com/] CatholicHOM App [https://www.catholichom.com/] More info on the Liturgy of the Domestic Church can be found at The Peyton Institute for Domestic Church Life [https://www.peytonfamilyinstitute.org/] More2Life [https://www.ewtn.com/radio/shows/more2life] Podcast Get 15% off your first purchase at ourholyhome.com [ourholyhome.com] using the code PODCAST at check out