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In this beautiful pre-Advent conversation, Maeve welcomes Catholic convert and homeschooling mom-of-six Rebecca Grabill to explore how liturgical living can anchor families during the most chaotic time of the year. Rebecca shares her conversion story, her family’s journey into homeschooling, and the surprising depth and symbolism behind the Magi, the gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, and the entire Epiphany tradition. Together they talk about raising truth-hungry teens, weaving liturgy into ordinary days, and how the Holy Spirit breathes creativity into the domestic church. A rich, joyful episode for parents seeking meaning, peace, and structure as the holidays unfold.

Show Notes, Published November 23, 2025

• Navigating holiday overwhelm with grace
• Rebecca’s conversion story & surprising on-ramps to Catholicism
• Why teens crave depth, truth, and liturgical rhythm
• The hidden symbolism of the Magi & the gifts
• How myrrh mysteriously foreshadows both Christ’s burial and the Wedding Feast
• How to start liturgical living simply (even with littles!)
• Using morning time to anchor your homeschool
• Inviting the Holy Spirit into your creativity and parenting
• St. Catherine of Siena’s fire-filled influence
• Resources for celebrating Advent, Epiphany, and the 12 Days of Christmas

Resources Mentioned

• One Star, Three Kings (Rebecca Grabill)
• JoyOfAdvent.com — Jesse Tree guide, Advent family resources, Epiphany traditions

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Feeling like you're in a whirlwind season? Join us as we talk about deadlines, dental visits, sports schedules, field trips, and creative pressure—and find God speaking right into the chaos. With humor and honesty, Maeve shares how a simple Gospel reading from Luke 17 stopped her in her tracks and reframed everything she’d been carrying. From surrendering stress in the middle of real-life parenting demands to rediscovering zeal in her vocation, this episode explores what it means to serve faithfully (even when nobody sees it) and why God’s timing is never accidental. Listen in and leave encouraged to trust God with the load you're carrying today!

What You’ll Hear:

• The Gospel that reframed Maeve’s entire week
• Finding God in the middle of pressure, deadlines, and overwhelm
• A real talk moment about being called “Mom” by every doctor, coach, and receptionist
• The spiritual importance of zeal in homeschooling
• How the Surrender Novena speaks into stressful seasons
• Hilarious homeschool mishaps you will NOT believe
• Why Jesus calls us “unprofitable servants”—and why that’s actually freeing

Links Mentioned:

• Fr. Brad Doyle’s reflection on Luke 17 The Morning Offering
  
  
• The 20-minute Surrender Novena on YouTube The Surrender Novena

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Maeve sits down with Andrew “Alob” Laubacher—worship leader and Executive Director of Human Reality—to talk about digital addiction and how Catholic families can reclaim time, attention, and joy. Alob shares his conversion story from “party, drugs, rock and roll” to adoration and ministry, then explains how modern platforms are engineered for compulsion (social-validation loops, intermittent rewards), and why our “phones” are really supercomputers designed to monetize our attention. He connects screen overuse to anxiety, loneliness, and a decline in empathy. He offers Human Reality’s village-based detox: phone-free meals, digital bedtimes, in-person adventures, and wiser devices (Light Phone / Wisephone). The heart of the message: attention is love—put tech back in its place so relationships, prayer, health, and real community can thrive.

• Why “phones” aren’t neutral—and the two tactics that hook us
• The cost: empathy down, loneliness up, sleep lost
• The Human Reality “village” detox: phone-free meals, digital bedtimes, real-world adventures
• Alternatives for families: Light Phone & Wisephone

Show Notes 

Published Sunday, November 9, 2025

Start a village! Humanality.org

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It’s Maeve’s quarterly cry episode—so buckle up. Between hand-foot-and-mouth disease, a Boy Scout rebelling against a blowtorch, a dream interview gone poof, and a computer crash that would make Job weep, Maeve somehow still finds grace (and a killer football analogy). Mat’s back, the Bucs are battling, Booker T. Washington makes a cameo, and the moral of the story? Homeschooling’s a lot like making bricks without straw—but with rosaries, coffee, and a few close wins, it still builds saints.

Show Notes

Published November 2, 2025

Flame of Love Rosary Stuff:

Read The Diary of Elizabeth Kindlemann

Website to learn more about the Flame of Love Rosary

Flame Of Love Rosary recitation with Dona Cori (YouTube)

Flame of Love Rosary recitation by Fr. Parker 

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It’s been a tough week in the Jemison household, but out of the chaos comes hope — and a spiritual weapon too powerful to ignore. In this episode of Homeschooling for Catholic Parents, Maeve shares a moving story of faith, family, and revival: from a college recruiting trip that turned into a surprising conversation about the Eucharist, to a mysterious rosary that’s changing lives across the world.

Discover the devotion that blinds Satan, frees souls from purgatory, and renews families through grace. You’ll hear about the origins of the Flame of Love devotion, the miraculous promises revealed to Elizabeth Kindelmann, and how Catholic parents can bring this prayer into their homes — especially during November, the month of All Souls.

If you’ve ever wondered whether prayer can really change the world… this episode will give you your answer.

🎧 Listen and learn how Heaven’s hidden flame is spreading hope, one family at a time.

Show Notes:

Published Oct. 25, 2025

Read The Diary of Elizabeth Kindlemann

Website to learn more about the Flame of Love Rosary

Flame Of Love Rosary recitation with Dona Cori (YouTube)

Flame of Love Rosary recitation by Fr. Parker 

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Show Notes, Published October 19, 2025

 In this lively and meaningful episode of Homeschooling for Catholics, Maeve and Mat record on the Feast of the Guardian Angels—and kick things off with angel hair pasta, angel food cake, and a hilarious family story at a trampoline park after a hurricane. (Yes, guardian angels were working overtime that day.)

From there, the conversation turns to one of the most requested topics from listeners: organization in the Catholic homeschool home. They share:

• 🏡 Practical organization strategies for moms of multiples, ADHD parents, and busy homeschool families
• ✍️ How to teach kids standards, diligence, and initiative—and how to use their “currency” to get chores done
• 🧠 Why clutter causes decision fatigue and stress (and how to break the cycle with small, realistic habits)
• 📚 Inspiration from Theology of the Home and St. Theresa of Avila, reminding us that outer order reflects inner peace.

Key takeaway: Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can. And let your home become a reflection of the peace of Christ.

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This week, Maeve chats with Marie — Catholic wedding planner, educator, and founder of White Lily Weddings — about how she went from teaching music to planning faith-filled weddings (and building a business that lets her stay home with her littles). Marie dishes on the quirky rules of Catholic weddings (sorry beach brides 🌊✋), the St. Joseph lily legend, and why debating college friends actually made her faith stronger.

They also tackle the big question: Can Catholic moms have a “blue flame” and make money… without guilt? Spoiler: Proverbs 31 says yes. Marie breaks down how to start a side hustle with zero fluff, zero debt, and a lot of Holy Spirit networking. It’s part inspiration, part wedding planning 101, and part “you got this, mama.”

Show Notes: 

Published Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025

Start Your Side Hustle Guide

White Lily Weddings 

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Fresh back from the Eucharistic Encounter in Tampa, we share what it’s like to watch 12,000 Catholics fill an arena for prayer, talks, and powerful adoration. From Fr. Mike Schmitz and Dr. Edward Sri to moving moments with Matt Maher, we talk confession (ever have an Act of Contrition fail?), Eucharistic miracles, first-class relics, and why the Eucharist is truly the source of our hope. You’ll also hear a quick apologetics insight about the altar and priest at Mass, our “holy conundrum” about leaving early (don’t take Jesus to-go!), and a joyful call to deeper devotion.

Show Notes, Published October 5, 2025

Act of Contrition (short)

O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended Thee, and I detest all my sins because of thy just punishments, but most of all because they offend Thee, my God, who art all good and deserving of all my love.

I firmly resolve with the help of Thy grace to sin no more and to avoid the near occasion of sin. Amen.

Act of Contrition (longer version)

My God, I am sorry for my sins with all my heart. In choosing to do wrong and failing to do good, I have sinned against you whom I should love above all things. 

I firmly intend, with your help, to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid whatever leads me to sin.

Our Savior Jesus Christ suffered and died for us. In his name, my God, have mercy.

Catholic Eucharist, Eucharistic Encounter, Catholic adoration, Eucharistic miracles, Catholic relics, Matt Maher worship, Fr. Mike Schmitz, Dr. Edward Sri, Catholic confession, Act of Contrition, Diocese of St. Petersburg, Catholic homeschool podcast, Catholic faith and family, Catholic revival

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Ever wondered what a real Catholic homeschool week looks like—chaos, laughter, faith, and all? In this episode, we dish on the family’s routine. From early-morning workouts and devotional time, to co-op days, crazy Wednesdays packed with activities, and Fridays filled with faith discussions, you’ll get an honest look at the ebb and flow of our homeschooling life.

Along the way, you’ll hear funny family stories (like the never-ending bedhead our sons rock to Mass!), practical tips on building white space into your week, and encouragement to keep faith at the center of your homeschool.

Whether you’re looking for a Catholic homeschool routine, a peek into a family schedule, or just a reminder that you’re not alone in the chaos, this episode will leave you laughing, encouraged, and ready to embrace your own homeschool journey.

 Show Notes

Published Septmeber 28, 2025

Mentions and Links 

Episode 84 — “You Think You’re Unqualified to Teach Your Children (You’re Not)”
(The one Matt called “dry,” but packed with saints and encouragement.)

Episode 53 St. Isaac Jogue earlier episode where we shared his story

Father Brad Doyle — The Quizzical Papist podcast/daily reflections
 

Friendly Defender Flashcards (Amazon) — used in our Friday apologetics discussions

maevejemison.com/87 (for full show notes & resources)

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What if the greatest mission field for your kids isn’t across the ocean—but across the street? In this episode, Maeve talks with Isabel Tom, author of The Value of Wrinkles, about helping children discover the gift of older adults in their lives. From grandparents who live down the road to the lonely widow in the front pew, Isabel shares practical (and fun) ways families can build bridges across generations. Spoiler: you don’t need a passport, a degree, or even a driver’s license—just a kid, a smile, and maybe a slice of cake.

Isabel shares her story of growing up in a multi-generational home, how her kids inspired her to create the Grandkid Investigator Kit, and practical, heart-warming ways to connect children with grandparents, parish elders, and lonely seniors who are longing for love. Spoiler: no passport required—just a child willing to say “good morning.”

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why Catholic homeschool families don’t need to travel far to teach kids service and mission
• The spiritual, emotional, and academic benefits of intergenerational relationships
• How grandparents add an “extra layer of love” (and why it matters in today’s distracted culture)
• The inspiration behind Isabel’s Grandkid Investigator Kit and Summer Challenge
• Practical ideas to help your kids connect with grandparents—even if they live far away
• A Catholic perspective on honoring elders and building family faith across generations

Resources & Mentions

• Guest: Isabel Tom – Author of The Value of Wrinkles
  • Website: valueofwrinkles.com
    
    
  • Free Mission Download: valueofwrinkles.com/freemission
    
    
  • Instagram: @isabelctom
    
    
• Books & Ideas Mentioned:
  • The Five Love Languages by Dr. Gary Chapman
  • Jefferson Bethke’s “Grandparent Show & Tell" Idea.

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