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Of Spiritual Good: The Gift of Fasting

May 27, 2026

Some Christian authors describe fasting as the most feared and misunderstood discipline, and perhaps the least practiced in the Christian church. Why? What stops Christians from fasting?Listen in as James walks us through a definition of Christian fasting as well as why and how to engage in fasting as parents. Like all spiritual disciplines or ordinary means of God’s grace, through fasting, Christians engage Scriptural patterns with the aim to become more like Jesus.1 Tim. 4:7-10. “[Disciplin...

The Magic of Motherhood: Meeting Baby #5

May 23, 2026

The Nelson Family welcomed sweet Katherine Grace Nelson on April 1st 2026. Sweet Katie has been a joy and a delight to all of us. Listen in for a brief update about life with five kids and the magic of Christ centered motherhood.

Classical Education in an Unhurried Home | Cara Schmidt

April 16, 2026

What is classical education? In particular, what does it look like during the early years? Is it boring? Is it rigorous? It is effective? Are there ways to blend elements from the classical model with other models? Although this conversation is largely geared towards parents who choose to home educate, the concepts discussed can enrich the the educational experience of all families whether schooled through public, private, or home education.Listen in as Cara Schmidt, director of Classical Con...