Hearth and Homeschool

Samantha N Stephenson
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Hearth & Homeschool is your guide to creating prayerful, joy-filled family life in a modern world. Each episode offers practical tips, prayerful rhythms, and encouragement for parents navigating the challenges and blessings of homeschooling, family life, and spiritual formation. We explore how to raise children with virtue, resilience, and wonder, all while savoring God’s presence in the ordinary. From the kitchen table to the classroom at home, we cover the real questions of motherhood and faith: how to homeschool through the chaos, nurture unhurried rhythms, and cultivate a home rooted in prayer and purpose. Through reflections, hands-on strategies, and occasional guest conversations, Hearth & Homeschool helps you embrace your calling and flourish right where God has planted you—raising saints in a digital age. 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 at https://hearthandhomeschool.substack.com

  1. 04/24/2025

    How to "Do It All": Finding Balance as a Homeschool Mom

    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 .

    16 min

  2. 04/30/2025

    Should I Homeschool My Kids? 7 Tips for Making a Prayerful Decision

    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 .

    25 min

  3. 03/07/2025

    Finding Hope in Mary with Donna Marie Cooper-O'Boyle

    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

  4. 02/28/2025

    Carmelite Principles for a Peaceful Home with Tina Mayeux

    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

  5. 02/21/2025

    What the Saints Can Teach Us about Marriage with Caitrin Bennett

    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

  6. 02/14/2025

    Let Love In

    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

  7. 02/07/2025

    Sanctifying the Housework

    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

  8. 01/31/2025

    Too Busy for the Better Part

    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

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Hearth & Homeschool is your guide to creating prayerful, joy-filled family life in a modern world. Each episode offers practical tips, prayerful rhythms, and encouragement for parents navigating the challenges and blessings of homeschooling, family life, and spiritual formation. We explore how to raise children with virtue, resilience, and wonder, all while savoring God’s presence in the ordinary. From the kitchen table to the classroom at home, we cover the real questions of motherhood and faith: how to homeschool through the chaos, nurture unhurried rhythms, and cultivate a home rooted in prayer and purpose. Through reflections, hands-on strategies, and occasional guest conversations, Hearth & Homeschool helps you embrace your calling and flourish right where God has planted you—raising saints in a digital age. 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 at https://hearthandhomeschool.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Samantha N Stephenson
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Hearth and Homeschool