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Raising children in today’s world is not easy, but as Catholic parents, we are called to raise holy, virtuous kids who are prepared to stand firm in their faith. In this episode, we share insights from Saint Theophan the Recluse and Dr. Leonard Sax on parenting with purpose, discipline, and faith.

As parents of eight children (including our newborn, Louis! 👶), we’ve seen firsthand the challenges of parenting while homeschooling and keeping our faith at the center of our family life. In this discussion, we cover:

✅ The #1 influence on your child’s faith and character
✅ Why self-control is crucial for your child’s future success
✅ How authoritative parenting (not too harsh, not too soft) forms strong, faith-filled kids
✅ The battle for virtue in a world that promotes comfort over discipline
✅ The importance of surrounding kids with faith-filled role models

This podcast is a must for every Catholic parent who wants to raise children that love God and live virtuously in today’s culture.

📖 Books Mentioned:
Raising Them Right – Saint Theophan the Recluse
https://www.amazon.ca/Raising-Them-Right-Saints-Children/dp/0962271306

The Collapse of Parenting – Dr. Leonard Sax
https://www.amazon.ca/Collapse-Parenting-Hurt-Treat-Grown-Ups/dp/0465094287

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Today's episode gets practical! We’re sharing exactly what we do during our family mealtimes, along with fascinating research that highlights the incredible benefits for children when families eat together.

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Welcome to our official birth announcement for our newest blessing, Louis Joseph Yasinski, born on January 3, 2025, the Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus! 🙌 As a Catholic family, we are thrilled to share this joyful moment with you. In this episode, we recount the journey of welcoming our eighth child, from the surprises of late pregnancy to the blessings of his safe arrival.

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COVID-19 drastically changed how we receive Communion, especially the practice of offering the Precious Blood. With restrictions lifted, many dioceses are taking different approaches—some reintroducing the chalice, while others are not. Should the cup return? Join Fr Cristino and I for this candid discussion surrounding Communion under both species.

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Welcome to the final episode of our Advent Daily series! On this holy night, we reflect on the beauty and hope of Christmas Eve. Through the lens of saints like St. Alphonsus and St. Thomas of Villanova, we explore the profound humility of God becoming a child to invite us closer to Him without fear.

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Welcome back to our Advent series! Today, on this Monday of the fourth week of Advent, Ken and Janelle share their reflections inspired by St. Alphonsus Liguori's daily sermons. Join us for this heartfelt discussion as we dive deep into the beauty of God’s love, the call to religious life, and the joy of family as we prepare for Christmas.

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Welcome to our Advent Retreat! In this third Friday of Advent session, Father Cristino guides us through the wisdom of St. Alphonsus Liguori, reflecting on the call to sainthood and the pain of seeing a priest leave his priesthood.  

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Welcome to our daily Advent retreat! Today, we reflect on the wisdom of St. Alphonsus, who reminds us of the essential desire to become a saint: "No saint has ever become a saint without having a desire for sanctity."

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Welcome back to our Catholic reflection for Wednesday of the Third Week of Advent. Today’s meditation, inspired by St. Alphonsus Liguori, challenges us to surrender completely to God’s will in all areas of life—external circumstances, personal struggles, and our abilities.

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Drawing on the wisdom of St. Alphonsus, we explore the dangers of following Jesus "at a distance," like St. Peter, who denied Christ in the moment of testing. Lukewarmness—choosing comfort over sacrifice—creeps in when self-love takes priority over love for God. But true friendship with Jesus is proven through sacrifice, just as He showed His love for us on the cross.
We also reflect on the heroic devotion of St. Isaac Jogues, a Jesuit missionary who endured unimaginable suffering to bring the Catholic faith to others. His story inspires us to reject lukewarmness and embrace a life of courage, faith, and evangelization.

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