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March 02, 2023 Episode 151: Three Ways to Magnify God in Your Homeschool
In the first chapter of Luke’s Gospel, Our Lady declared in her beautiful canticle of praise that her soul magnified the Lord. Wouldn’t it be amazing to take that same spirit and cultivate it in the life of our families? Today’s guest, Chantal Howard, is here to share Three Ways to Magnify God in Your Homeschool!
Find Chantal Howard:
https://www.chantal-howard.com

Chantal’s stunning hand-made rosaries:
https://www.aromarosary.com

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
36 min
February 22, 2023 Episode 150: A Rule of Life for Teens
Just as religious orders have done for centuries, building an intentional way of life that is deeply rooted in prayer and virtue is a powerful way for our families to live. One of my favorite moms, Ginny Kochis, is here to talk about having A Rule of Life for Teens!
Find Ginny Kochis here: https://www.notsoformulaic.com/
Ginny’s workbook: “Ora et Labora: A Rule of Life for Catholic Youth”
[links coming for digital and hard copy options]
Book recommendation: “God Loves the Autistic Mind,” by Fr. Matthew Schneider
https://paulinestore.com/god-loves-the-autistic-mind-qs1007924-200223.html
Past Podcast Episodes with Ginny Kochis:
#9: Homeschooling Kids Who Are Wired Differently:
https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/homeschooling-kids-who-are-wired-differently/

#101: Building Executive Function Skills in Moms and Kids
https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/episode-101-building-executive-function-skills-in-moms-and-kids/

#106: Cultivating a Catholic Growth Mindset
https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/episode-106-cultivating-a-catholic-growth-mindset/
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschooling
Homeschooling Saints Theme Music Composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host Lisa Mladinich

31 min
February 15, 2023 Episode 149: A Catholic Approach to Racism
As Catholics, the conversation on race is critically important to us and to our children, but many of us either feel excluded from taking part or simply unsure of how to begin. Today, I have a very special guest, Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers, here to talk about A Catholic Approach to Racism.

Find Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers at https://deaconharold.com
Deacon Harold’s new book coming out in Fall of 2023:
“A Catholic Approach to Racism” (date TBD)
The US Catholic Bishops Letter, “What We Have Seen and Heard”
https://www.usccb.org/committees/african-american-affairs/what-we-have-seen-and-heard-pastoral-letter-evangelization

Black Catholic History
https://blackcatholichistory.com
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschooling Classes
Homeschooling Saints Theme Music Composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host Lisa Mladinich
Related blog article:
How to Address Racism in U.S. History Lessons by Phillip Campbell
39 min
February 08, 2023 Episode 148: Be Happier in Your Marriage!
As we know, marriage is under attack in our society, so we have got to be intentional about building the best marriages we can. Today’s guests, John and Julie Heinen, will be sharing some practical strategies to help you and your sweetheart to Be Happier in Your Marriage!
Find John Heinen:
https://catholicgentleman.com

YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCatholicGentleman

Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/TheCatholicGentleman

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/catholicgentleman

Resource: Dr. Gary Chapman: The 5 Love Languages (non-Catholic but helpful guidepost)
Resource: What's Your Decision? (https://www.amazon.com/Whats-Your-Decision-Confidence-Ignatian/dp/0829431489/ref=sr_1_2)
Resource: Legacy: A Father's Handbook for Raising Godly Children, by Stephen Wood
https://www.amazon.com/Legacy-Fathers-Handbook-Raising-Children/dp/0982166621
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Curriculum
Homeschooling Saints Theme Music Composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host Lisa Mladinich
45 min
February 01, 2023 Episode 147: Our Family’s Study of Black History
There are two months of the year specially dedicated to black history. November, when we’re celebrating the communion of saints, is the time that Catholics dive into our unique history. But we also have the secular celebration in February. Homeschooling mom, Lena Brown is here to talk about Her Family’s Study of Black History.

Connect with Lena Brown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marie.galbreath.184
The Saints of Africa, by Vincent O’Malley, CM
https://www.amazon.com/Saints-Africa-Vincent-J-OMalley/dp/087973373X
To Offer Donations for Father Augustus Tolton’s cause for sainthood:
https://tolton.archchicago.org/the-cause/donate
ChurchPop:
https://www.churchpop.com/2020/06/19/8-black-saints-holy-people-of-god-every-catholic-should-know-with-prayers-for-their-intercession/
Black Catholic Saints:
https://uscatholic.org/?s=black+saints
https://www.catholic.org/saints/black.php
More Free Resources from Teachers Pay Teachers:
https://blog.teacherspayteachers.com/black-history-month-in-schools/?utm_source=tpt-marketplace&utm_medium=LOHP-BM-1&utm_campaign=bhm3

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschooling Online
Homeschooling Saints Theme Music Composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host Lisa Mladinich
Related blog articles:
Series of articles and book reviews on black Catholic history.
32 min
January 25, 2023 Episode 146: Lenten Traditions of the Raish Family
Lent begins soon, and today’s guest is not only a homeschooling dad, but the powerhouse ministry leader at the helm of Parousia Media! I’m excited to welcome back this dedicated and creative homeschooling dad, coming to us from Australia, Charbel Raish, to share Lenten Traditions of the Raish Family!
Find Charbel Raish: https://www.parousiamedia.com/
The Academy: https://www.parousiamedia.com/academy/
Joyfully Big: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iPNgzkS0Ic&t=22s
The Lenten Pilgrimage: A Journey Through the Stations of the Cross (Steve Ray): https://watch.parousiamedia.com/programs/collection-v59a1ywlffs?categoryId=53447&permalink=day-1-introduction-steve-raymov-78b302

Check out more episodes featuring Charbel Raish:
#46: Fatherhood & Ministry
https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/fatherhood-and-ministry-in-homeschooling/

#68: An Australian Homeschool
https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/episode-68-an-australian-homeschool/

#72: The Importance of Nurturing Your Marriage
https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/episode-72-the-importance-of-nurturing-your-marriage/

#105: First Year Homeschool Survival Tips
https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/episode-105-first-year-homeschool-survival-tips/

#112: Importance of a Few Good Friends
https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/episode-112-the-importance-of-a-few-good-friends/

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes
Homeschooling Saints Theme Music Composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host Lisa Mladinich
Related blog article:
How to Have a Meaningful Lent
37 min
January 18, 2023 Episode 145: Bringing Back Gentlemanliness
Our world has become aggressively crude and divisive, while the societal pressures on men and boys to hate their own masculinity has taken its toll on all of us. So what are Catholic families to do? Today’s guest, John Heinen, is here to talking about Bringing Back Gentlemanliness
Find John Heinen:
https://catholicgentleman.com
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCatholicGentleman
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheCatholicGentleman
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/catholicgentleman

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes
Homeschooling Saints Theme Music Composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host Lisa Mladinich

39 min
January 11, 2023 Episode 144: A Catholic Writer Who Will Inspire Your Children
Homeschooling families have discovered and become devoted to the exciting written and recorded creations of today’s guest, Paul McCusker. It’s my joy to bring you this exciting conversation with A Catholic Writer Who Will Inspire Your Children.
Find Paul McCusker:
https://www.paulmccusker.com
Adventures of Nick & Sam
https://nickandsam.augustineinstitute.org/optin
Adventures in Odyssey:
https://www.adventuresinodyssey.com
Augustine Institute
https://www.augustineinstitute.org
Catholic Market
https://catholic.market
Paul's Amazon Author Page:
https://www.amazon.com/Paul-McCusker/e/B000APTHMC%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschooling Online Curriculum
Homeschooling Saints Theme Music Composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host Lisa Mladinich

40 min
January 04, 2023 Episode 143: Writing at the Extremes
Some of our kids would rather take a nap than write anything, while others dream of becoming authors! These two extremes can challenge us to create opportunities for writing growth that suit our children well. Cheri Blomquist is here to talk about a useful concept for your homeschool: Writing at the Extremes!
Find Cheri Blomquist:
http://www.onceuponapen.studio/
Cheri’s YA book review website:
http://www.wiilitguide.com/
Homeschool Connections offers a full slate of writing courses from 3rd to 12th grade that fit Cheri's criteria for an excellent writing program. And, they're Catholic! You can learn more at https://awa.homeschoolconnections.com/ or by emailing [email protected].
From Cheri: If your children love to write, they may want a chance to give voice to their work—to go “on stage”. Although writing is a solitary art, there are ways for your children to find an audience. Here are a few they might enjoy [but please carefully vet them]:
Magazines that accept contributions from children and teens:
o The Milking Cat (https://www.themilkingcat.com/)
o New Moon Girls (https://newmoongirls.com/)
o Polyphony Lit (https://www.polyphonylit.org/)
o Stone Soup (https://stonesoup.com/)
o Teen Ink (https://www.teenink.com/)
o The Weight Journal (https://www.theweightjournal.com/)
Online platforms/associations:
o NaNoWriMo Young Writer’s Program (https://ywp.nanowrimo.org/)
o Underlined (https://www.getunderlined.com/)
o Write the World (https://writetheworld.org/)
o Young Eager Writers (https://www.youngeagerwriters.org/)
o Young Writers, Inc. (https://youngwritersusa.com/)
o Young Writer’s Project (https://youngwritersproject.org/)
o Young Writer’s Society (https://www.youngwriterssociety.com/)

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes
Homeschooling Saints Theme Music Composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host Lisa Mladinich
39 min
December 28, 2022 Episode 142: Teaching our Kids to Think Through the Art of Asking Questions
The world wants our kids to swallow its messages whole, but we want discerning, thinking children. Today’s guest, Chantal Howard will explain, Teaching our Kids to Think Through the Art of Asking Questions.
Find Chantal Howard:
https://www.chantal-howard.com

Chantal’s stunning hand-made rosaries:
https://www.aromarosary.com
Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:
Our Sponsor Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschooling Online
Homeschooling Saints Theme Music Composed by Taylor Kirkwood
Intro voice Dave Palmer radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone
Our host Lisa Mladinich
33 min