Take a deep dive into radical renewal of homelife, from crafting the personal relationships at its heart, to everything from planting time to porch time to pray...
Episode 23 - Self-Care: Integral but Elusive in the Household
Many of us, especially spouses and parents, struggle with it. But self-care is crucial for everyone, and is an opportunity to deepen a marriage and become better parents. Join John and Sofia in discussing a rich notion of self-care, offering principles that apply at all stages of life.https://life-craft.org/
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Episode 22 - The Power to Make Others Happy: Scrooge's Dance as a Feast for the Ages
We have both the power and calling to make others happy, a truth portrayed in stunning fashion in A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, one of the great stories of all time. Join John and Sofia for a dramatic reading and reflection on the unforgettable scene of the dance at Fezziwig’s warehouse, which sheds a brilliant light on marriage, household, and the joyful meaning of life.https://life-craft.org/
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Episode 21- Five Ideas for a Household Christmas
Christmas stands out as perhaps the most significant annual opportunity to craft a certain kind of life in our home. It’s when we show ourselves and those around us who we really are and want to be. Join John and Sofia as they share specific ideas for making your household’s observance of Christmas an extraordinary expression of life.For more ideas on how to make your household flourish this Christmas including Christmas carol resources, Advent calendar DIY's, read-alouds on Spotify, Sofia's list of favourite Christmas stories, and more - head over to Sofia's Corner on our website!Sofia references the book: A Certain Small Shepherd by Rebecca Caudill and illustrated by William du Bois.Also, feel free to join us LIVE for our LifeCraft reading group as we discuss Hilaire Belloc's A Remaining Christmas. Sign up at Live Readings - LifeCrafthttps://life-craft.org/
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Episode 20 - Preparing your Home for Christmas: Decorating with a Purpose
It’s about so much more than keeping up with the neighbors. Decorating our home at Christmas can be an essential part of a deeper preparation for the holy days and so also a great tool in the art of crafting the good life in our home. Join John and Sofia in reflecting on the amazing fruits a deeper approach to decorating can have for us and our loved ones, at Christmas and all year.Be sure to head over to Sofia's Corner on our website for a downloadable Advent Calendar, instructions on how to make an Advent Wreath, a Christmas Carol resource download, and more!https://life-craft.org/
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Episode 19 - Singing in the Home: Is it Essential?
It was once so ordinary that people couldn’t picture life without it. Singing together is a basic form of shared life in the home, and Sofia argues it is a wonderful part of God’s plan for the household. Join us as we discuss overcoming fears and objections and offer practical tips for recovering this precious lost art. Also, check out our downloadable recordings at Sofia’s Corner so you can get started in your home!https://life-craft.org/
About The Intentional Household: A LifeCraft Podcast
Take a deep dive into radical renewal of homelife, from crafting the personal relationships at its heart, to everything from planting time to porch time to prayer time.Join John Cuddeback, and his friends, colleagues, and other guests in seeking timeless wisdom for life in our time.
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