Practical Family Podcast
123 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsThe Practical Family Podcast is hosted by Jennifer Bryant and Tom and Jen Catanzaro. As former teachers and homeschool parents, Tom and the Jens offer practical guidance and faith-based approaches to family life and communication. The Practical Family Podcast is a show by parents, for parents, a collaborative team from different family structures, bringing you diverse voices and experiences from a Christian perspective.
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Episode 023 | Using Your Story for God's Glory
December 08, 2017 22:22 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBMeet a natural born storyteller whose books have impacted young girls all over the world, and was recently picked up by Hallmark's Movies & Mysteries channel. You just never know how far your calling will take you, if you're brave enough to take the first step. Robin Jones Gunn shares her journey as a young child with a gift for words, & how she was inspired to create a series for young girls wrestling with identity to rest in their purpose given by a loving Father. Connect with Robin ...
Episode 022 | Where Did That Come From? Part 2
December 04, 2017 23:04 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBWhat about that big jolly guy in the red suit? Modern tradition has built him up to be larger than life with a magical sleigh & reindeer. But the real Saint Nicolas was a man who loved God and had a heart for his people. Join me and Pastor Waxer Tipton as we finish our conversation about how to pass on family traditions based on the movement of the early church and the historical account of Saint Nicolas, Bishop of Myra. One Love Ministries www.onelove.org Take Waxer's Christmas Qu...
Episode 021 | Where Did That Come From? Part 1
December 02, 2017 03:18 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBHave you ever wondered why we put up a tree, or gather on Christmas morning to open presents? While Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus, our culture is losing the deeper meaning behind the symbolic message of tradition. We can even pass on traditions to our children without knowing the "why" behind them. Pastor Waxer Tipton shares with us in a two-part series where some of the symbols of Christmas originated, and how the history points to the gospel message that has carried over into ...
Episode 020 | Connecting With Your Teenager
November 28, 2017 05:01 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBDo you remember what it was like to be a teenager? Wasn't easy, was it? Teens today have so much up against them with more sophisticated distractions than we did. Parenting a teen is a special season to navigate, so I've invited Dr. Dawn Montgomery to help us understand what teenagers need from us as parents, and how we can practically connect with them in real ways. ---------------------- The Practical Family Podcast is a subsection of PracticalFamily.org where we exist to encourage ...
Episode 019 | Getting to Grateful
November 22, 2017 20:39 - 28 minutes - 25.6 MBWhat does it take for kids to grasp the concept of gratefulness? There may even be areas of entitlement in our own lives that need to be dealt with. I've unpacked three basic concepts to guide our kids into having a more grateful attitude and how our response to grace changes everything. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: 10 Things to Do While You Wait Talking to Kids About Sex Technology & Family Did You Fill a Bucket Today? The Entitlement Cure Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34 ...
Episode 018 | Choosing Real: When Faith Meets Real Life
November 21, 2017 09:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBWhat if the most real parts of our lives are the messiest? Take a look inside the minds of two type A's and the grace that is found when it's not about what we do, but Whose we already are. Listen in on my conversation with Bekah Pogue, author of the book Choosing Real: An Invitation to Celebrate When Life Doesn't Go As Planned. Connect with Bekah www.bekahpogue.com Get Her Book Here! Choosing Real
Episode 017 | Because Crack is Illegal: Real Devotions for Moms
November 16, 2017 03:38 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBWhen mom life gets tough, where do you turn? Pressure towards perfection can leave a good mama feeling like she's not good enough. Let Raema Mauriello's testimony shine some light on the grace that God gives us to be the best mom we can be. Connect with Raema: www.RaeMam.com Facebook Page Get Her Devotional Books Here: Because Crack is Illegal The Struggle is Real
Episode 016 | Adoption and God's Heart for Family
November 09, 2017 21:22 - 28 minutes - 26 MBEsther McDaniel discusses her role an an orphan care missionary and how God equips those who are called to care for children in need. The fostering system is not a perfect one, but with the help of the church community, families can be supported through this incredible journey. Connect with Esther and Brad McDaniel Facebook | HFLM.org Give to Kokua Closet Foster Care Training: Empowered to Connect 10 Ways to Support Kids in Foster Care
Episode 015 | Get Unstuck: Finding Personal Freedom Through Prayer
November 06, 2017 13:34 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBHave you ever felt like you just can't move forward? Maybe your spiritual life has become stagnant, or you continue to experience the same broken relationships patterns. Living as a healthy member of your family may be as simple as asking the right questions. Jill Monaco, founder and CEO of Jill Monaco Ministries uses her freedom model to coach people through tough questions and prayer to help people live the life they love. Listen to our conversation about how she walks with and has seen...
Episode 014 | A Gospel Christmas
November 03, 2017 06:47 - 22 minutes - 21 MBHow do we teach our children the true meaning of Christmas amidst the hustle and bustle of commercialism? Listen in on my conversation with military wife and homeschooling mama Jennifer Moye as she shares her inspiration for their family's advent project. A Gospel Christmas connects popular cultural icons to the gospel story of Jesus in a simple and reverent way. Connect with Jennifer www.amommasjoy.com Purchase her book here! Click link below A Gospel Christmas: Our Journey...
Episode 013 | Cultivating Brave Beauty in Our Girls
November 02, 2017 02:46 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBIt's a tough world for young women, and our girls are getting messages about identity and beauty with every swipe of their screen, flip of the channel, and turn of a magazine. The little girl inside every woman wants to believe she is worthy of love, acceptance, and valued for her ideas. Join me and Proverbs 31 author and speaker Lynn Cowell as we discuss what it takes to be brave in today's world, the messages facing our young daughters, and how we can give them the courage to be brave a...
Episode 012 | Finding Time for Bible Study as Busy Moms
October 20, 2017 07:00 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBMaking time to study anything can be challenging, especially in a season of raising young children. But the Bible is full of practical help and inspiration awaits when you make time to dive in and get to know the God who created you for amazing things. Join me in this heart-filled interview with writer and speaker Sarah Koontz, as she gives you simple tips for finding time to study the Word of God. Connect with Sarah www.SarahKoontz.com Worthy of the Calling Bible Study www.sarah...
Episode 011| How to Be Anchored In During Difficult Times
October 16, 2017 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBWhen life happens, it's difficult to understand how to respond in faith when we can't see the final outcome. Mothers tend to take on the heaviest emotional burdens, which leave us drained, hopeless, and searching for meaning. Micah Maddox, author of Anchored In: Experiencing a Power-Full Life in a Problem-Filled World, walks us through her journey of disappointment, heartache, and loss, and how she has been able to stay anchored in to God's truth in the midst of tragedy. Connect with Mi...
Episode 010 | Keep Calm While Staying Connected
October 12, 2017 20:24 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBIn our age of rapid communication and ever-changing technology, it's easy for parents to be sidetracked by devices while overlooking the needs of our children. Author and speaker Arlene Pellicane gives practical insights as to how we can reprioritize our focus and keep our eyes on family while staying digitally connected. Resources Mentioned in this Episode Calm, Cool, & Connected: 5 Digital Habits for a More Balanced Life Growing Up Social: Raising Relational Kids in a Screen-Driv...
Episode 009 | Practical Tips for Helping Hurting Families
October 09, 2017 09:28 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBDeath and loss are experiences we all have to face sooner or later. Every person will have their own personal response to tragedy, and it's important that we are prepared to respond to their grief. Sarah Beckman, author of Alongside: A Practical Guide for Loving Your Neighbor in their Time of Trial, gives us constructive insight into how to respond appropriately and specifically when loved ones are hurting. Connect with Sarah www.sarahbeckman.org www.alongsidebook.com Find Sa...
Episode 008 | Taking the Pressure Off of College Prep - Part 2
October 05, 2017 23:35 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB{ PART 2 of a 2 Part Series } Has the thought of saving for college just overwhelmed you as a parent? Do you find yourself wondering how you're going to prepare your children for such an important time in their lives? Our guest Jeannie Burlowski has written a fantastic resource, from over 20 + years as an academic counselor, she helps families prepare to apply to the most rigorous colleges and prepare a plan to survive debt free, which is almost unheard of today. Speaking from experienc...
Episode 007 | Taking the Pressure Off of College Prep - Part 1
October 02, 2017 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBHas the thought of saving for college just overwhelmed you as a parent? Do you find yourself wondering how you're going to prepare your children for such an important time in their lives? Our guest Jeannie Burlowski has written a fantastic resource, from over 20 + years as an academic counselor, she helps families prepare to apply to the most rigorous colleges and prepare a plan to survive debt free, which is almost unheard of today. Speaking from experience as a guidance counselor, but a...
Episode 006 | Easy Nutrition for Busy Families
September 21, 2017 08:51 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBWho has time to prepare healthy food when there are so many unhealthy grab-and-go options? Sarah Jonsgaard talks real food for real families from navigating through grocery stores to helping kids choose healthy snacks.
Episode 005 | 10 Things We Wish We Knew Before We Got Married - Part 2
September 21, 2017 03:56 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBJoin me and my sister Jaclyn Flores and our mama, Valerie Logan for part 2 of this episode. We will recap the first five points and continue points six through ten in our list of 10 Things We Wish We Knew Before We Got Married. Resources and downloads in the show notes!
Episode 004 | 10 Things We Wish We Knew Before We Got Married
September 17, 2017 10:10 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBThere is more to marriage than meets the eye. More than when two people meet and fall in love. More than just hanging out and making plans, or even sex. Listen in as my sister and I unpack the first 5 of 10 things we've learned so far, and what we've had to adjust to make our marriages work.
Episode 003 | Smart Phones and Parenting with Silke Bump
September 11, 2017 05:45 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBDo you remember a simpler time when everyone lived without a personal cell phone? Has technology changed the way we parent? Join me and my special guest Silke Bump as we discuss the ups and downs of parenting with smart phones.
Episode 002 | Building Healthy Homes
September 10, 2017 07:59 - 10 minutes - 9.42 MBToday, Jenn will discuss the second part of Practical Family's mission, what it means to build a healthy home. A healthy family is categorized in four parts, which all depend on each other.
Episode 001 | Building Strong Foundations
September 10, 2017 07:43 - 10 minutes - 9.82 MBWelcome to the Practical Family Podcast! Our core mission is to encourage families to build strong foundations and healthy homes. Our first episode will introduce the original intent of Practical Family, and what it means to lay a strong foundation for your family.