Culture

Ever feel like your household is one big, beautiful, messy, exhausting tornado? Like you’re the ringmaster of a circus you did not sign up to lead? Welcome to life in an ADHD family. Around here, we don’t just lose things—we strategically relocate them to places that no human would ever think to check. (Why are my keys in the fridge? […]

People assume I have a mind like a steel trap because I juggle homeschooling five kids, podcasting, writing, and navigating everyday chaos with ADHD kids.  SPOILER ALERT: They couldn’t be more wrong. Here’s how the typical “getting to know you” conversation goes: New Friend: “So, what do you do, Catherine?”Me: “Well, I homeschool my five kids, ages 19 to […]

This week, I want to talk about something that’s been on my heart for a very long time—how God uses mothers to accomplish His purposes in ways that are often unexpected, yet always extraordinary. Whether you’re in the middle of raising little ones, launching older kids into the world, or supporting your family in other ways, […]

For too long, the stories of women in history—and even in theology—have been marginalized. But the Bible offers a counter-narrative, one where women are celebrated as leaders, judges, prophets, teachers, and partners in God’s redemptive work. In the latest episode of CHRISTIAN PARENT/CRAZY WORLD, I sit down with the esteemed Dr. Sandra Richterto explore the profound contributions of biblical women […]

Does the Bible oppress women, or does it offer a radical and transformative perspective on their worth? Every parent needs to have a solid answer to this question . I’ve often said that the Bible gets a bad rap when it comes to women. Most of us have been smacked in the face with claims that our […]

Are you wondering how you can eat better, sleep better, produce better, work better, save better, serve better, and exercise better? Well, these are great questions to ask at the beginning of a new year. But let me ask you this: How can you strengthen your relationship with your kids this year? That question should top the list. Here’s […]

As we usher in 2025, many of us are looking for ways to deepen our relationship with God and experience  spiritual growth. Here’s the good news: it’s all about going back to the basics. So, let’s set the scene… I’ve been praying and thinking about this special New Year’s episode  of CHRISTIAN PARENT/CRAZY WORLD  for months, seeking God’s direction on how […]

Over the years, I’ve gotten quite a few emails about the agenda in much of our television entertainment these day, especially on a channel that used to steer clear of such fare. I wrote an article about that a few years back, actually. You can find it HERE. Well… a network committed to providing faith-forward, family-focused entertainment has snagged […]

What if this Christmas, your family could do something more meaningful than decorating the tree or exchanging gifts—something that plants seeds of kindness and changes lives across the globe? Imagine a tradition that not only brings joy to others but also shapes your children’s hearts with a lifelong spirit of generosity. So how can we make […]

As Christian parents, few things weigh on our hearts more than helping our children navigate their identity in today’s confusing world. How do we teach them about God’s perfect design for humanity while protecting their innocence? How do we introduce them to these truths before the world does—without overwhelming or confusing them? This week on CHRISTIAN PARENT/CRAZY WORLD, I tackle these questions head-on […]