Catholic Dad Lifestyle Design: Work, Prayer, and Family as One

Send us Fan MailWhat if you could design your work and family life around the rhythms of the Church? Catholic author, attorney, and dad of six Scott L. Smith, Jr. joins Jim and Meghan to talk about “Catholic Dad Lifestyle Design” an intentional, faith-filled approach to building a domestic monastery at home. From homeschooling to creative work, Scott shares how a deeply rooted Catholic worldview shapes everything from daily routines to global pilgrimages.What’s in this episode:What "Catholic Dad Lifestyle Design" looks like in real lifeHow Scott structured his work to be more present at homeAdapting ideas from the Four Hour Workweek with a Catholic lensWhy homeschooling became essential for their large familyCreating a domestic monastery: prayer, liturgy, and family rhythmsHow the liturgy of the hours shapes their daily lifeMaking Catholic education a community-wide investmentA powerful vision for bringing the world to your children through homeschoolLaunching the Catholic Nerds podcast and what drives his creative workA family pilgrimage to Girlstown and the legacy of Fr. Al SchwartzOne resource every Catholic family should know: The Liturgy of the HoursBook he’s currently reading: A Severe Mercy by Sheldon VanaukenFavorite book: Priest and Beggar by Kevin WellsAdvice to his younger self: Persistence is the superpower just keep showing upFinal wisdom for listeners: Lose yourself in the liturgy and find your true selfResources Mentioned:Consecration to St. Joseph for Children and Families – Book by Scott L. Smith, Jr.A Severe Mercy by Sheldon Vanauken – A moving memoir with letters from C.S. LewisPriest and Beggar by Kevin Wells – Biography of Fr. Al Schwartz, founder of World VillagesCatholic Nerds Podcast – Scott’s faith-filled show blending theology and funThe Scott Smith Blog – Scott’s hub for books, blogs, and resourcesLooking for meaningful ways to deepen your family’s connection with God outside of Sunday Mass? Download our free guide to discover 10 practical and fun faith-based activities that will bring your family closer to Christ—no matter how busy life gets. From sharing gratitude at the dinner table to watching faith-filled media together, these ideas make living your faith easy and enjoyable.