127 - How to Write a Family Mission Statement (A Catholic Homeschool Guide) Because, If You Don't Build Your Family's Culture, Someone Else Will

Every family is building a culture—whether intentionally or not.In this episode, Maeve and Mat share the surprising story of how an unexpected weekend in downtown St. Pete became a powerful reminder that every worldview is trying to shape what we love and value. That experience led them back to an important question: What culture are we intentionally creating in our own home?They'll walk you through a simple five-step process for creating a family mission statement that helps guide your homeschool, strengthen your family culture, and keep your priorities rooted in Christ. You'll also hear practical questions to ask your children, examples of mission statements, and encouragement to build a home that points your family toward its ultimate goal: sainthood.Whether you're just beginning your homeschool journey or have been homeschooling for years, this episode will help you define what matters most—and build your family around it.Show Notes, Published July 12, 2026In this episode, we discuss: Why every family has a culture—even if it's never been written down  The surprising lesson we learned from an unexpected weekend getaway  Why intentional family culture matters more than ever  Stephen Covey's wisdom on family mission statements  The five simple steps to writing your own family mission statement  Questions to help identify your family's core values  Examples of Catholic family mission statements  How to use your mission statement to guide calendar decisions, activities, and priorities  Why your children will remember your family's culture long after they forget their worksheets  The connection between intentional family life and raising future saints Links:📝 Read the companion article: How to Write a Catholic Family Mission Statement https://maevejemison.com/127📒 Catholic Homeschool Planner https://catholichomeschoolplanner.com🎤 See Maeve speak live at the TBHC Homeschool Convention (July 18, 2026) Use code MAEVE26 for a discount.📧 Join our newsletter: https://maevejemison.com🎙 Subscribe to Homeschooling for Catholics wherever you listen to podcasts.Resources MentionedStephen Covey — The 7 Habits of Highly Effective FamiliesStephen Covey — The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Dr. Kent Keith — The Anyway Poem Mother Teresa's adapted "Anyway" quote  The four Cardinal Virtues:  Prudence  Justice  Fortitude  Temperance Grab the 2026-2027 Catholic Homeschool Planner here.Isn't it hard to find Catholic friends?! I've got a solution. Hop on over to the Homeschooling for Catholic Parents Facebook community. Where we share about apologetics, homeschooling, and family life!https://maevejemison.com/Purchase Home Is Where The Truth Is:https://www.amazon.com/Home-Where-Truth-Should-Homeschool/dp/B0CSWJ2QXC/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1705863918&sr=8-1