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Home But Not Alone

By Tim and Sara

Welcome to Home But Not Alone, with Tim and Sara, where we talk about real life as a stay-at-home Catholic parent. If it's noon and you're still in your pajamas, have reheated your coffee three times, and tried to pray but got distracted, this is the place for you! Life is crazy, but through it all, remember: you're never alone. You've got God's grace and our friendship coming your way.
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28. Should We Call Our Daughters Beautiful?

Home But Not AloneJun 03, 2020

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61. Things They Didn’t Ask During Marriage Prep (But Probably Should Have)

61. Things They Didn’t Ask During Marriage Prep (But Probably Should Have)

Today on Home But Not Alone we’re talking about marriage and marriage prep. Marriage is a beautiful, joyful, challenging, thing. And we’re  all familiar with Church marriage prep programs designed to help engaged couples prepare to enter into the sacrament of marriage. With the proper mindset and preparation, a couple can increase their odds of having a strong, Christ-centered marriage. But no one is ever truly ready for what marriage brings. So today we’re talking about questions that they didn’t ask during marriage prep, but probably should have.

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Apr 21, 202138:58
60. Differences Between Tim and Sara

60. Differences Between Tim and Sara

Today on Home But Not Alone we’re celebrating our differences. Often, we’re quick to recognize differences in how other people parent, practice Catholicism, and so much more. And once we see those differences, we can be even quicker to critique, criticize, gossip, or offer unsolicited advice and unwelcome opinions. And while we would never advocate for a relativistic approach to life, it’s important to celebrate and learn from our differences. So today, we’re talking about our differences.

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Apr 08, 202126:57
59. Easter Around the World
Mar 31, 202126:23
58. Advice From Mr. Feeny That We Want Our Kids to Know
Mar 24, 202127:58
57. I Miss Grown Up Movies
Mar 17, 202129:39
56. Now Think About the Choice You Made!!!
Mar 10, 202128:36
55. What Love Languages Do You Speak?
Mar 03, 202130:41
54. Your Grandma Lied to You About These Things
Feb 24, 202127:48
53. American Saints You'll Want to be Friends With
Feb 17, 202128:51
52. Why It's Okay to be an Un-Perfect Parent
Feb 10, 202130:05
51. Do You Remember How to Talk to New People?
Feb 03, 202131:02
50. Things We Learned in 2020
Dec 16, 202030:59
49. A Day in the Life of a Toddler - Challenge!
Dec 09, 202031:46
48. The Virtue of Fortitude
Dec 02, 202030:27
47. Advent Quiz!

47. Advent Quiz!

Happy Liturgical New Year! Today on Home But Not Alone we’re talking all about the season of Advent.

Tim has 10 Advent quiz questions - play along to see if you can beat Sara's score!

Sponsor:

Thanks to Katie Kinuthia of Spirit Within Studio for sponsoring this episode. She sent us one of her hand-painted Christmas canvas decorations to share with you!

Check out her Etsy shop for more seasonal and liturgical decor, Sacrament gifts, and beautiful wall Rosaries.

https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpiritWithinStudios

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Nov 30, 202030:22
46. Worst Parenting Advice
Nov 25, 202030:35
45. The Family and Society

45. The Family and Society

Today on Home But Not Alone we’re going to continue exploring what the Catechism says about the Family!

Back in Episode 42 we chatted about “The Family in God’s Plan” and today we’re going to look into “The Family and Society.” Both of these topics are found in the section about the 4th Commandment, so they’re really important topics to help us learn how we’re called to live out God’s plan for our lives, and especially our vocation as spouses and parents.

CCC 2207 - 2213 can be found here: http://www.vatican.va/archive/ccc_css/archive/catechism/p3s2c2a4.htm

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Nov 18, 202031:20
44. Making an Idol of the Family

44. Making an Idol of the Family

Today on Home But Not Alone we’re talking about idolatry. But we’re talking about it in a way that most of us have never considered. Today we’re talking about making an idol out of the family.  

If you want to love your family more, we invite you to take some time to examine whether you're loving God Most. And if your family is getting in the way of loving God - if you're treating your family as an idol - it's time to get back to putting God first in your life so he can give you the grace to love your family more!  

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Nov 12, 202029:36
43. Scripture Verses for Parents

43. Scripture Verses for Parents

Today we’re diving into Scripture!

As Catholics, we really ARE called to live Biblically - and sometimes we joke that Catholics “don’t know our Bibles” (as well as our Protestant brethren) which is all fine in jest - unless it’s true. We HAVE to have a relationship with the living Word of God, along with our love for Tradition and the Magisterium, to live out our lives and vocations as true Catholic Christians.

Today we’re going to focus on Scripture verses that are helpful to us as parents.

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Deanna Bartalini: DeannaBartalini.com

Our sponsor today is Deanna Bartalini - On her website, Live Not Lukewarm, Deanna creates courses to help you live your Catholic faith. These courses are for a person who wants to know more, has questions and wants answers spoken clearly and simply.  Both live and recorded, the courses made for those who are interested in learning more about the faith and/or study scripture (which is perfect for today’s topic!).  Check it out at deannabartalini.com under the Live Not Lukewarm Community heading.

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Nov 04, 202027:35
42. The Family in God's Plan
Oct 28, 202031:19
41. The Virtue of Hope
Oct 21, 202031:43
40. Favorite Fall Activities
Oct 14, 202029:39
39. Catholic Movies You Have to See!
Oct 07, 202032:20
38. Stop Saying These Things!

38. Stop Saying These Things!

Today on Home But Not Alone we’re going to help you improve communication in your life. 

Words are powerful. 

And some words and phrases have become so common that we don’t even understand their destructive power. Today we’re going to share a few words and phrases that we all need to stop saying, and a few you can add.

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Sep 30, 202030:00
37. The Benefits of Raising Kids in 2020
Sep 24, 202031:48
36. Saint or Superhero

36. Saint or Superhero

Today we're going to play a game!

Tim has 15 quotes that sound inspirational or important. He's going to read the quotes and Sara has to guess: was the quote said by a Saint? or by a Superhero?

Play along with us! Can you beat Sara's score?

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by Amy Brooks of Prayer Wine Chocolate

Amy sent us her amazing new prayer journal for Catholic Boys. A journal? For boys? I didn't think that would fly, either, but let me tell YOU, Amy knows how to write a book that will get boys interested, and thinking, and reflecting, and involved.

When the Be Yourself journal for Catholic Boys came in the mail, my 9 year old son flipped through and was SO excited to dive in and get started. This journal is perfect for your teens and pre-teens.

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Sep 16, 202030:28
35. Screen Time: Are Your Kids Getting Too Much?
Sep 09, 202030:27
34. Our Favorite Parenting Books
Aug 19, 202033:09
33. Our Favorite Catholic Books

33. Our Favorite Catholic Books

We have some reading recommendations coming your way today! Here are affiliate links if you want to pick up any of our suggestions.

The Catechism:

The Bible:

  • The RSV Sara likes
  • The NAB Tim likes

Catholic DIctionaries:

Other Reading:

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Aug 12, 202034:06
32. Behind the Scenes of Catholic Ministry
Jul 29, 202030:25
31. We Didn't "Waste" Our Degrees
Jul 08, 202033:12
30. Catholic Stuff Around Our House
Jun 17, 202030:12
29. Are You Receiving the Sacrament of Your Marriage?

29. Are You Receiving the Sacrament of Your Marriage?

The Covid-Quarantined life has given us SO MUCH time to sit around and think deep thoughts. And as we have heard the repeated lament of how difficult it is to be “cut off from the Sacraments” - that got us thinking! As married persons, being stuck at home all the time with our spouse and family, we may not have had the Eucharist or Reconciliation, but there was one Sacrament we could receive every day: the Sacrament of marriage.

So today we’re going to dive into what it means to live and receive the Sacrament of marriage daily!

Reflection Questions:

Here are the questions Tim recommends for diving into how the pandemic has presented challenges to marriage, and how you can overcome those challenges.

  1. What is your ideal of marriage? What is the reality of marriage? And where do those two perspectives differ?
  2. What about the pandemic has made your marriage more stressful? And how can that information help you to strengthen your marriage in the future?
  3. Has this pandemic revealed any weaknesses in your marriage? We all have them. What are you going to do to overcome your own weaknesses, and respond to your spouse’s weaknesses with charity?
  4. Having been locked out of so many things, what do you now realize you can live without? And once you know that, how can you and your spouse redirect resources like time, energy, and money to better serve each other?

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by Kindred Forest Co.

Kindred Forest Co. is an artisan wooden Saint medal company. They are striving to create a new narrative about Saints – one that brings them into our everyday lives in the most pure kind of friendship: friendship that desires the best good – God – for everyone involved.

Kindred Forest sent us some of their amazing Saint Jewelry and stickers to share with you!

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Jun 10, 202026:32
28. Should We Call Our Daughters Beautiful?

28. Should We Call Our Daughters Beautiful?

Today on Home But Not Alone, we’re going to chat about the topic of beauty - and specifically, how to discuss it with our daughters.

It can be hard to hit the balance between affirming our daughters in their beauty, and feeding their pride. Today we’re going to talk about that challenge and try to help you find some answers.

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by Kindred Forest Co.

Kindred Forest Co. is an artisan wooden Saint medal company. They are striving to create a new narrative about Saints – one that brings them into our everyday lives in the most pure kind of friendship: friendship that desires the best good – God – for everyone involved.

Kindred Forest sent us some of their amazing Saint Jewelry and stickers to share with you!

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Jun 03, 202029:31
27. Awkward Catholic Moments

27. Awkward Catholic Moments

Have you ever genuflected in a movie theater? Dipped your hand in an ash tray to make the Sign of the Cross? Some quirks are rooted in Catholic habits only we can understand. Today we’re going to talk about the best funny, awkward Catholic moments in our lives.

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by Rooted Designs.

Rooted Designs sent us some cute and comfy Catholic T shirts and a few amazing Catholic stickers. She also makes household items, like tea towels and throw pillows, to help you bring the Faith into your daily life.

We thank Rooted Designs for sponsoring this episode, and we hope you'll visit and support their shop to help keep our podcast and other Catholic businesses going and growing.

Learn More:

Visit our Podcast website HBNApodcast.com to learn more and subscribe. Find more from Tim at ChasteLove.org. Find more from Sara at ToJesusSincerely.com.

May 27, 202026:22
26. NFP From a Man's Perspective

26. NFP From a Man's Perspective

Today we’re going to chat about NFP from a Man’s Perspective.

Tim's going to share his thoughts on the challenges and responsibilities NFP presents in a man's life. He'll also give us some insight into why men should be involved in charting their wife's fertility, and some of his best tips about getting involved in practical and spiritual ways.

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by Rooted Designs.

Rooted Designs sent us some cute and comfy Catholic T shirts and a few amazing Catholic stickers. She also makes household items, like tea towels and throw pillows, to help you bring the Faith into your daily life.

We thank Rooted Designs for sponsoring this episode, and we hope you'll visit and support their shop to help keep our podcast and other Catholic businesses going and growing.

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May 20, 202029:28
25. Things I'm Going to Teach My Kids (non-Faith edition)

25. Things I'm Going to Teach My Kids (non-Faith edition)

Today we’re going to chat about the things we want to teach our kids - that we didn’t learn until we were adults!

Today is Part 2 of this conversation. Last week we talked about the “Faith” edition… and Today we’re doing the non-faith edition. Just skills and knowledge we want our kiddos to know before they grow up.

Sponsor:

Telos Art is a shop you’re going to want to check out. They sent us their amazing Mysteries of the Rosary and St. Benedict Medal window clings, which we absolutely love.

In their shop, you can also find calendars and prints to help you live the liturgical year. Telos Art also crafts amazing one-of-a-kind Catholic jewelry.

We thank Telos Art for sponsoring this episode, and we hope you'll visit and support their shop to help keep our podcast and other Catholic businesses going and growing.

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May 13, 202029:05
24. Things I'm Going to Teach My Kids (Faith edition)

24. Things I'm Going to Teach My Kids (Faith edition)

Today on Home But Not Alone, we’re going to chat about the things we want to teach our kids - that we didn’t learn until we were adults!

We’re going to double dip this topic. Today we’ve got “Faith edition,” where we explore all the Catholic stuff that’s that you don’t need to wait until you’re an adult to know. And next week we’ll be back with “non-Faith edition,” for some real life skills #adulting that we want our kids to learn.

Sponsor:

Telos Art is a shop you’re going to want to check out. They sent us their amazing Mysteries of the Rosary and St. Benedict Medal window clings, which we absolutely love.

In their shop, you can also find calendars and prints to help you live the liturgical year. Telos Art also crafts amazing one-of-a-kind Catholic jewelry.

We thank Telos Art for sponsoring this episode, and we hope you'll visit and support their shop to help keep our podcast and other Catholic businesses going and growing.

Resources mentioned:

  • Catechism of the Catholic Church (affiliate link)
  • Kiddie Cat (affiliate link)
  • St. Michael Prayer
  • Discernment of Charisms

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May 06, 202028:53
23. Mom vs Dad

23. Mom vs Dad

Who would win in a fight, a SAHM or a SAHD? Just kiddinggg we’re not fighting. But we ARE going to take a look at our unique experiences, and see just what’s different (and what’s not-so-different) between being a SAHM and a SAHM

Sponsor:

Today’s sponsor is: My Little Patron. My Little Patron makes the most adorable resources for Catholic life with littles. From printables, to coloring and sticker books, to holy cards, rosaries, and more... My Little Patron will capture your kiddos' hearts and help you teach them about the Faith you love.

Find My Little Patron here:

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Apr 29, 202030:09
22. Real Talk about Depression.

22. Real Talk about Depression.

Today on Home But Not Alone, we’re going to chat about Depression!.

Major disclaimer: We are NOT medical professionals. We are not trained psychiatrists. We’re just a couple of parents who’ve dealt with depression and anxiety, and we want to share our experiences with you, and if you’re struggling too - encourage you to get the help you need and deserve.

Sponsor:

Today’s sponsor is: My Little Patron. My Little Patron makes the most adorable resources for Catholic life with littles. From printables, to coloring and sticker books, to holy cards, rosaries, and more... My Little Patron will capture your kiddos' hearts and help you teach them about the Faith you love.

Find My Little Patron here:

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Apr 22, 202033:01
21. How to Talk to Your Kids about Sex
Apr 15, 202029:33
17. Theology of our Favorite Princess Movies
Apr 08, 202025:18
19. Understanding Working Parent Guilt
Apr 01, 202029:51
BONUS - Raising Up the Post-Covid Church

BONUS - Raising Up the Post-Covid Church

The covid quarantine can feel isolating and scary.
We want to be here for you with a message of hope and encouragement.
Today we're going to chat about "Raising Up the Post-Covid Church." We want to talk about how to pick up your cross and carry it, through the suffering, to the Resurrection. We want to encourage you to intentional respond to the situation at hand.
Don't let fear and suffering take over. Hold on to hope!
Mar 27, 202031:28
20. A Day in the Life of a Homeschool Family
Mar 25, 202034:28
18. Homeschool Q and A
Mar 18, 202027:51
BONUS: Coronavirus - How We're Dealing With it.
Mar 16, 202027:55
16. Making it Through Mass With Kids
Mar 11, 202032:18
Oops - The Thing About the Cup...

Oops - The Thing About the Cup...

Heyyy everybody, Sara here. I said something dumb in the last episode, and I just want to take a moment to correct my mistake and give you the RIGHT information!

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Mar 04, 202005:00
15. Things You Might Not Know About the Mass
Mar 04, 202027:54