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Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Peccadillos

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - April 17, 2023 12:00 - 45 minutes
Michael and Lori talk about some exciting projects that Lori is working on, new milestones in their lives, and the importance of helping children become independently dependent on God. Also, Michael teaches Lori a new word.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

March Madness

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - March 22, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes
Ice cream for dinner, broken brackets, and helping kids to unplug, especially at restaurants.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Snow Cone Culture

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - February 24, 2023 02:47 - 44 minutes
Lent, sleep test, British accents and more are covered by Michael and Lori. No, this is not the last episode.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Providence

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - February 01, 2023 13:00 - 30 minutes
It has been a month since the last episode, but Michael and Lori are back talking about all that has transpired.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Balaclava New Year

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - December 31, 2022 21:02 - 26 minutes
Lori and Michael are tired but wanted to wish everyone a Happy Balaclava New Year!

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Back on the Horse

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - November 30, 2022 20:06 - 42 minutes
Lori and Michael finally found some time to record again after a busy November. They talk about recent happenings and Advent.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Smooka McCrackin

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - October 27, 2022 12:00 - 40 minutes
Michael wanted to watch some football and Lori had some smelly issues. They talk about the virtue of modesty.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Music

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - October 20, 2022 12:00 - 48 minutes
Lori offers a couple of apologies to Michael. They discuss how parents can - and should - be involved in helping their children discern what type of music is good for their souls.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Kerfuffle

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - October 14, 2022 13:19 - 43 minutes
Michael triggered a kerfuffle getting his morning coffee and Lori is allergic to hamsters. They discuss which of the 6 listeners could be the number one listener. Somehow they find their way into a real discussion on feeling at home when you to church. 

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

No High Fives Allowed

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - October 06, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes
Michael is trying fix his snoring and did the laundry. Lori discovered a new social media application. They discuss an article by a family counselor in which he discusses the dangers of high-fiving others.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Pork on Your Chops

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - September 29, 2022 12:00 - 58 minutes
Michael has a new t-shirt and basketball sneakers. Lori is sore from a new workout program. They discuss the topic of a different podcast (per the suggestion of one of the 6 listeners): "the 3 great untruths".

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Stressed

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - September 22, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes
The world is back to "normal" which means the Lavignes have a cold in the house. Michael and Lori discuss the stress that comes with the beginning of the school year and share some practical strategies that has helped them manage all the activity.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Back in Business

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - September 15, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes
After a long, long, long break Michael and Lori are back in business with the podcast. The reason(s) for the long break, the summer, the crazy culture, and more are discussed.  Show note: Michael gave the wrong email address for the show. It is [email protected] 

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Porcupine in Tree

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - May 19, 2022 13:35 - 30 minutes
Michael and Lori were able to get away by themselves for the weekend. They discuss this weekend's Gospel with a focus on discovering Christ in suffering.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Good Shepherd

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - May 05, 2022 13:03 - 49 minutes
Michael and Lori reflect on the Gospel reading for Good Shepherd Sunday and discuss how parents can talk to kids about recent news.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 80: We Are Still Here

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - April 28, 2022 13:37 - 45 minutes
It has been a while but Lori and Michael are back. They explain the reason for the lack of episodes recently, discuss this Sunday's Gospel reading, and look to the future.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 79: AAA Failure

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - April 01, 2022 12:29 - 36 minutes
Michael went away for a work trip last weekend, which led to a lost key card and a flat tire.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 78: This is Us (Spoiler Alert)

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - March 24, 2022 13:00 - 40 minutes
Raising 8 is back after Michael survives another man cold.The Lavignes are excited about the Providence Friars making it to the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. Lori and Michael discuss some issues they have with a recent or all the episodes of the show "This is Us...

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 77: Merry Christmas

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - March 11, 2022 14:00 - 20 minutes
Michael and Lori almost didn't record an episode this week and Michael is confused about what time of year it is. They take some talking about God's providence and the importance of teaching children about being aware of God's movement in their lives. 

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 76: Be Aware

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - March 03, 2022 15:39 - 22 minutes
Lent has begun! Michael and Lori do not have a lot to banter about, but they do spend some time talking about spiritual attack.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 75: Bearing Crosses

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - February 24, 2022 13:36 - 29 minutes
Michael and Lori have low energy from poor sleep and water quality issues. As we approach the season of Lent they talk about bearing crosses in our lives. Show note: Lori confuses her children movie references when talking about the phrase "be prepared."

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 74: Running for Office

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - February 17, 2022 14:21 - 35 minutes
An underwhelming Super Bowl, Valentine's Day, Driver's Ed for Parents, and preparing our families for Lent. Michael and Lori cover a lot of ground in this week's episode.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 73: Brady the Cat

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - February 10, 2022 14:00 - 33 minutes
Brady the cat makes his debut and Michael had to give a talk to parents, on the easiest topic of all, at the Lavigne's parish.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 72: Tom and Teens

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - February 03, 2022 14:00 - 37 minutes
Tom Brady has retired, which means he has some extra time to be a guest on the podcast...according to Michael's dreams. Lori and Michael talk about navigating the teenage years as parents.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 71: Friends

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - January 27, 2022 14:00 - 36 minutes
Michael is excited about a great win by the PC Friars basketball team and not so excited about a potential blizzard. Lori and Michael talk about the importance of helping children grow good friendships, especially in light of the past couple of years. 

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 70: Cabbage Patch Master

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - January 20, 2022 14:00 - 32 minutes
Lori and Michael started recording their weekly videos reflecting on the upcoming Sunday Gospel reading. Michael recognizes Lori as a "cribbage master" due to her constantly beating him at that game. This week's episode focuses on the dignity of human life and intercessory prayer.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 69: Completely Useless

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - January 07, 2022 01:45 - 34 minutes
After a delay in recording due to technical difficulties earlier in the week Lori and Michael offer a completely useless episode. Actually, they talk about the holidays, New Year's resolutions (or a lack of), and whether children should watch Cobra Kai. Happy New Year!

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 68: Behold

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - December 16, 2021 14:00 - 38 minutes
Michael and Lori talk about The Voice finale and Lori's upcoming 1st anniversary of her 40th birthday party. They finish their Advent reflection series.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 67: Rejoice

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - December 09, 2021 14:00 - 27 minutes
Lori is happy with the outdoor Christmas lights and Michael is battling a mild cold (a severe man cold). They continue their weekly Advent series.

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints artwork

Episode 66: Prepare

Raising 8: A couple of sinners trying to raise saints - December 02, 2021 14:00 - 43 minutes
Woonsocket has made all of Lori's dreams come true. Michael and Lori reflect on the Gospel for the second week of Advent, though Michael struggles with one of the words. 

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