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What if “doing it all” isn’t about better time management, perfect routines, or heroic productivity—but about surrendering what you have to God and letting Him do the multiplying? In this episode of Hearth & Homeschool, we reflect on the biblical story of the loaves and fishes and what it means for modern homeschool motherhood. Instead of chasing balance or burning ourselves out trying to meet impossible standards, we’re invited into a more peaceful, faith-filled way of living: offering God our small, imperfect efforts and trusting Him to make them enough. How I Do It All (And Why I Don’t) blog post Samantha’s books: —The Bellbind Letters —Grow Where You’re Planted Want more peace and purpose in your homeschool? Download the FREE Intentional Homeschool Reset, a Prayerful Guided Journaling Retreat for Creating a Calm, Christ-Centered Home .

Wondering if homeschooling is right for your family? In this episode, we explore practical and prayerful ways to discern your homeschooling path. Learn how to listen to your heart, seek guidance, and make confident decisions that align with your family’s faith and values. Perfect for parents at any stage of the journey. “How to Discern Homeschooling” blog post Samantha’s books: —The Bellbind Letters —Grow Where You’re Planted Want more peace and purpose in your homeschool? Download the FREE Intentional Homeschool Reset, a Prayerful Guided Journaling Retreat for Creating a Calm, Christ-Centered Home .

This week on the Mama Prays podcast, I chat with Donna Marie Cooper O’Boyle, prolific Catholic author, EWTN TV host, and mother. Tune in and you will hear: —The story of her friendship with St. Teresa of Cacutta —How to walk with Mary in our motherhood —How to find hope for trying times —What’s so miraculous about the Miraculous Medal Donna Marie generously shares her heart and her wisdom, pointing us to Our Lady and Her Son in this Jubilee Year of Hope! You can find Donna Marie at https://www.donnacooperoboyle.com/blog/ and purchase the book at https://shopmercy.org/jubilee-pilgrims-of-hope-with-mary.html … Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE this episode with another mom who’s pursuing holiness! CONNECT:Substack NewsletterEmail: samantha @ mamaprays.comBOOKS:Mama Prays DevotionalReclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad

Listen to the wisdom of Tina Mayeux, sorority girl turned Carmelite turned stay-at-home mom. Tina shares all about what drew her to the Carmelites, as well as the ordering principles of Carmelite spirituality that have shaped her motherhood over the years. You won’t want to miss Tina’s tips for creating a peaceful, Christ-centered home! You can find Tina at https://tinamayeux.substack.com/. … Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE this episode with another mom who’s pursuing holiness! CONNECT:Substack NewsletterEmail: samantha @ mamaprays.comBOOKS:Mama Prays DevotionalReclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad

This week on the Mama Prays podcast, I am thrilled to be bringing you this interview with Caitrin Bennett, Catholic homeschooling mother of 3 and author of the book Holier Matrimony. We had an incredible conversation and I can’t wait for you to hear it. Tune in and you will hear: — Stories of real saints who lived out holiness in their vocations to marriage —How to denounce some of the biggest lies in our culture about marriage today —How to connect with your spouse in an age of distractions —How to strengthen your spiritual connection with your spouse —The beauty of the graces available to us in the Sacrament of Matrimony We have such a gift in the communion of saints, and Caitrin does a beautiful job of communicating their stories to us! You can find Caitrin at https://holiermatrimony.com/ and purchase the book at https://shopmercy.org/holier-matrimony-married-saints-catholic-vows-and-sacramental-grace.html … Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE this episode with another mom who’s pursuing holiness! CONNECT:Substack NewsletterEmail: samantha @ mamaprays.comBOOKS:Mama Prays DevotionalReclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad

Where do the walls come from? … Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE this episode with another mom who’s pursuing holiness! CONNECT:Substack NewsletterEmail: samantha @ mamaprays.comBOOKS:Mama Prays DevotionalReclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad

What is God’s will for you right now? … Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE this episode with another mom who’s pursuing holiness! CONNECT:Substack NewsletterEmail: samantha @ mamaprays.comBOOKS:Mama Prays DevotionalReclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad

After guiding my hand to tie tiny apron strings around her, my daughter busies herself with miniature pots and pans. She is a flurry of culinary activity, feeding me magic soup and dandelion tea. … Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE this episode with another mom who’s pursuing holiness! CONNECT:Substack NewsletterEmail: samantha @ mamaprays.comBOOKS:Mama Prays DevotionalReclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad

Tiny hands flutter in a flurry of genuflection as we wade our way into the front pew. We’re early by at least 30 minutes, but all the rest have filled up with Mass regulars, eager to beat our the C&E Catholics for good seats. … Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE this episode with another mom who’s pursuing holiness! CONNECT:Substack NewsletterEmail: samantha @ mamaprays.comBOOKS:Mama Prays DevotionalReclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad

A pile of odds and ends, the leavings of the day, sit at the base of our stairs like a pile of rubble after a domestic avalanche of orphaned shoes, Hot Wheels, and broken pieces of chalk. This is the “go back” pile: the pile of items designated to be returned upstairs after I have whisked them off the floor in a speed clean session inspired by the Tasmanian Devil.  … Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE this episode with another mom who’s pursuing holiness! CONNECT:Substack NewsletterEmail: samantha @ mamaprays.comBOOKS:Mama Prays DevotionalReclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad

If you clicked on this expecting a feel-good piece about God’s graces overflowing, I apologize for the story you’re about to hear. This story is about as unspiritual as it gets. This is a story about a toilet.  … Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE this episode with another mom who’s pursuing holiness! CONNECT:Substack NewsletterInstagram FacebookEmail: samantha @ mamaprays.comBOOKS:Mama Prays DevotionalReclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad

“Mom, how big am I?” my son bounces on his heels, eagerly awaiting my answer. “What do you mean, honey?” I ask. I am slow to look up from my reading, so I miss his gesture towards the wall.  “I mean, how much do I weigh?” he asks.  “We’ll have to go upstairs and see,” I reply, thinking of the digital scale in my bathroom.  “NO!” he replies with uncharacteristic force for my usually mellow 5-year-old. “You know,” he says with a meaningful look, and this time I follow where he is pointing. … Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE this episode with another mom who’s pursuing holiness! CONNECT:Substack NewsletterEmail: samantha @ mamaprays.comBOOKS:Mama Prays DevotionalReclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad

One of the first blog posts I ever wrote was an earnest, idealistic piece on the importance of bringing our children to Mass. Several years and four kids later, those sentiments are as obsolete as that first blog. My own words pop into my head and my stomach churns — bloated from years of weekly humble pie. … Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE this episode with another mom who’s pursuing holiness! CONNECT:Substack NewsletterInstagram FacebookEmail: samantha @ mamaprays.comBOOKS:Mama Prays DevotionalReclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad

Several months ago, I was enveloped in the deep blackness of my autoimmune disorder. I had lived for several years with minimal symptoms following my diagnosis, but this past fall, it sucked me under. … Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE this episode with another mom who’s pursuing holiness! CONNECT:Substack NewsletterInstagram FacebookEmail: samantha @ mamaprays.comBOOKS:Mama Prays DevotionalReclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad

Our youngest son was the quietest in the womb. “Have you felt the baby move today?” my nurses would ask at our prenatal appointments. “No,” I’d reply, “But that’s not unusual for him.” That stillness did not last.  … Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE this episode with another mom who’s pursuing holiness! CONNECT:Substack NewsletterInstagram FacebookEmail: samantha @ mamaprays.comBOOKS:Mama Prays DevotionalReclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad