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Dr. Tom and Kari Curran give reports on their discerned resolutions for 2019, battles and breakthroughs! Kari shares stories from Snowmageddon and Valentine’s Day. Tom talks about the four steps for cooperating with God to bring about a breakthrough: attend, discern, interpret, and respond.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share stories of breakthrough in areas of faith and family life. Kari talks about how her kids surprised her with creating a new space in the house and shares insights from an article about the wrong way to use the internet. Tom reflects on new ‘words’ for 2019, a new book and new insights on a personality test.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about the importance of family meetings: manners, medical emergencies, media, and more! Kari reads their family Christmas letter and explains SHLEP: Share, at Home, Lesson, Eat, and Prayer. Tom talks about how to help kids and families discern a Word of the Year.

The Currans reflect on the past year and explore their discerned resolutions for 2019. Kari talks about the absence of ‘presents,’ the call to simplify, and the book she’s resolved to read in 2019! Tom talks about how to concretize philosophical principles for growing in holiness through simple daily habits.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran begin today’s podcast by reflecting on the funeral of George H. W. Bush and insights from the book Chasing Excellence: A Story About Building the World's Fittest Athletes by Ben Bergeron. Kari gives tips about creating special moments during Advent and Tom talks about how to bring light into the cold, dark season.

The Currans share gift ideas for children with different love languages: acts of service, quality time, words of affirmation, expressions of affection, and gift giving. Kari talks about gifts to buy from the dollar store and Tom reads his second-favorite text from Mary Grace. Read more about The 5 Love Languages for Children, by Gary Chapman.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran confess to having an empty tool box, honking the horn, lacking a bedtime routine, and watching Hallmark movies. Kari reads her favorite poem posted on Mary Grace’s World Race blog, “I Never Knew Jesus had Brown Eyes.” Tom shares insights he’s learned about trauma and trauma-informed care.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share stories about family prayer, marriage group and Halloween. Kari talks about how to prepare the home for family prayer and celebrate a faith-filled Halloween. Tom references the Church’s teaching on the Battle of Prayer [CCC: 2725] and continues to link demonic influence to the unfolding, priest scandal.

The Currans talk about the ‘new normal’ in the Curran home and their new form of parenting. Tom and Kari shares stories about homeschooling, attending Pentecostal youth group and the protection of guardian angels. Tom talks about the principles of form and the concept of creative discontent.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share stories about their current challenge of parenting five teenagers, such as: sibling rivalry, sarcasm, faith formation push-back, and more! Tom contrasts parenting principles from the first decade versus the second decade. Kari gives five ‘must have’ tips for organizing a successful family-bonding activity: fun, food, faith, fresh, and furtive.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran testify to the challenge of parenting iGen teenagers by exploring the following topics: smartphone contracts, social media rules, sleepovers, the clergy sexual assault crisis, ‘vaping’ and more. Tom talks about how to manage apps/internet usage on a mobile device and Kari gives ideas on how to utilize smartphones to incentivize faith formation, hard work and good grades.

The Currans reflect on ‘faith vs. doubt’ and give examples of how difficult struggles lead to triumph. Tom talks about the message he spoke to Catholic school parents and reads an excerpt from the book Kingdom Journeys: The Lost Spiritual Discipline by Seth Barnes. Kari shares stories from the send-off party for Mary Grace and continues to discuss their smartphone rules for teens.

The Currans talk about the personal significance of September 8th. Along with honoring the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Currans launch Mary Grace into a year of mission and remember a special wedding anniversary. Kari talks about the gift of arduous goods and shares stories of sadness, anger and fear. Tom explores statistics about ‘practicing Catholics’ and addresses the unfolding clergy scandal.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran recap the summer, launch the new school year and discuss the trials unfolding in their new stage of parenting. The Currans talk about the ‘gift of play’ and reveal the new conversations they are having with their kids.

The Currans share tips to throw a senior graduation party, cure summer boredom, revive summer reading, and celebrate Father’s Day well. Tom shares insights on the ‘healthy anxiety’ kids can experience during summer break. Kari gives encouragement to moms feeling overwhelmed by the summer months.

Curran daughter, Mary Grace, joins the podcast to testify to the gift of CYO summer camps and to anticipate her upcoming mission-minded gap year adventure through World Race. Later in the program, the Currans discuss what it means to ‘live out loud’ as a Catholic, mission-minded family in today’s world.

The Currans acknowledge the 50th Anniversary of Pope Paul VI’s encyclical, Humane Vitae, and testify to the gift of being ‘open to life’. Kari shares her testimony of the struggles and blessings of raising a big family. Tom compares and contrasts the Church’s teaching on marriage with the top five google-search results on “10 keys to a good marriage.”

The Currans share stories about missionaries, married couples and moms! Tom talks about the questions they asked their tax accountant about missionary faith formation. Kari explores three stages of motherhood referenced in an article about what moms ‘Really Want for Mother’s Day.’

The Currans discuss several topics, such as: teacher appreciation, summer jobs for kids, interactive gaming, dinner table activities, and how to prepare well for Mother’s Day. Kari references a loneliness survey and Tom talks about the concepts of ‘genuine vs. novel.’

The Currans share stories from their most memorable retreats and testify to the fruits of family retreats. Tom talks about the modern-day threats against the practices of silence and stillness. Kari gives ideas for creating a retreat with friends and family.

The Currans discuss the powerful influence of community by reflecting on the question: What does how one spends their time and money say about their values? Kari recalls some examples of community in their family’s life. Tom talks about four dimensions of formation and references 101 dinner table questions.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran celebrate the significance of the number 153 in Scripture and in prayer. The Currans pray for families, talk about the gift of worship music, share a ‘Sorta Awesome’ conversion story and explore opportunities in youth ministry.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share stories about St. Patrick’s Day, Lenten gatherings, an encounter at a hair salon, and misplacing car keys. Tom explores the blend between God’s grace and human effort. Kari reads a letter from her father to his children.

The Currans talk about the upcoming movie about St. Paul and Actor Jim Caviezel's message to Catholic university students. Tom and Kari share testimonies from a recent Lenten Mission and read insights from the book: In Sinu Jesu, When Heart Speaks to Heart: The Journal of a Priest at Prayer by a Benedictine Monk.

The Currans celebrate a special birthday and talk about the unique-quality of each person in the heart of God as named, known and loved for all eternity. Kari encourages women to seek out a faith-filled women’s group. Tom talks about Lent as an icon and the call to live as an icon of God's Word.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran give tips on how to plan and host a fruitful, faith-filled gathering in the home with other families. Kari shares stories about hosting a Lenten gathering at their home with other Catholic families. Tom talks about how to discern God’s prompting to ‘do something’ about the gap between what-is and what ought-to-be!

The Currans explore the disciplines of Lent and talk about their individual and family commitments during the 40 days in the desert. Kari shares stories about their 2018 family mission and Tom theologizes the season of Lent.

The Currans discuss three challenges present in their lives and discern how to respond: 1.) Only 14% of self-identifying, practicing, Catholic children will attend Mass regularly at age 25, 2.) the threat of the Digital World, and 3.) attacks on the family.

The Currans anticipate Lent, Valentine’s Day, 2018 goals, and the way God’s grace works through locked doors. (And, through the flu season!) Tom re-visits insights from St. John Bosco on disciplining boys. Kari shares recent stories about praying with kids and asks the question: should parents force their kids to attend youth group?

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share stories about launching into the New Year. Kari talks about her sister-vacation to Hawaii and her goals for the New Year. Tom gives concrete ways to set and keep goals.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss the fresh starts they are looking forward to in 2018. Tom talks about his new-found awareness of anxiety and reflects on the stewardship of “living out loud.” Kari recommends some of her favorite podcasts, tv programs and movies from 2017.

The Currans are joined by their oldest daughter to talk about college applications, the benefits of a mission-minded gap year and the World Race Gap Year program for college-aged students.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran report on how their Advent Season is going! Kari gives ideas for celebrating the final days of Advent and Tom testifies to the challenge of keeping the focus on Christ during the season.

The Currans share reflections on gratitude and the season of giving thanks. Tom reflects on overcoming vs. undergoing, as it relates to suffering, sin and death. Kari gives ideas for helping ‘Lazarus’ and talks about little graces and answered prayers.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share inspiring quotes, sayings and scripture displayed in the Curran house to foster faith in family life. Tom and Kari give comforting words to parents about feeling lost, making mistakes and facing storms.

The Currans talk about the transition into Fall, (or Autumn) as a season of opportunities to grow in faith as a family! Kari talks about the special way they surprised their oldest daughter on her 18th birthday. Tom talks about his favorite season and explores the many opportunities to make ‘moments’ out of the colder weather, football, homecoming and more!

The Currans talk about what’s new in the digital world to give tips for parents of the iGen (I Generation.) Kari references recent research on the iGen. Tom talks about the challenges of shepherding kids through the digital world.

The Currans share stories from their launch into the new school year and a new season in life! Tom talks about obedience, freedom and the embarrassing way God revealed a message to him on 'day one' of the Exodus 90 program. Kari talks about her quest through Hobby Lobby to fill their new home with Scripture quotes.

The Currans explore the concept of parenting as an investment. Kari talks about their 3 day work-ation to discuss budgets, future goals and how to appropriately ‘invest’ in children. Tom contrasts the sin of pride with a healthy sense of being proud of one’s child.

The Currans testify to the fruits of witnessing a ‘communion of persons’ on-display in marriage, as an act of, God’s generosity and mercy. Tom and Kari reflect on research from The Gottman Institute on “Build Love Maps” and play a game of would-you rather!

The Currans explore the importance of making signs of devotion, feast days and spontaneous opportunities into “special moments” to build family memories. Tom talks about missing a special moment on the odometer and shares why the Feast Day of St. John Vianney is special in his life. Kari gives tips on how to make special moments as a family group, as well as, one-on-one with a child.

The Currans continue to discuss the Google-search results for “top 10 ways to love your spouse” and share some revised suggestions to help couples grow in their vocation of marriage. The Currans also share updates on summer activities, moving into a new home, and getting un-plugged.

Dr. Tom Curran Google-searched "top 10 tips to loving your wife well" and revised his own list to help couples grow in their vocation of marriage. Tom encourages men to ‘know their wives’ and gives tips to help men adjust the list to fit the love language of their brides!

The Currans share recent stories from their summer break; including, what happened when they got ‘unplugged!’ Kari gives tips for planning purposeful and meaningful family vacations and reunions. Tom talks about how you can’t take a vacation from your vocation.

The Currans share their testimony of transitioning into the Promised Land and stories from recent celebrations. In retrospect, Kari reflects on the struggle to trust God amidst the desert. Tom references: The Truth and Meaning of Human Sexuality, Guidelines for Education in the Family written by the Pontifical Council for the Family.

The Currans talk about the fruits of dying to self and explore three factors that can influence an inauthentic sense of self: world, flesh and devil. Tom discusses the difference between selfishness and self-centeredness. Kari talks about her experience in the last few weeks of eating healthy and working out.

Happy First Day of the Novena to the Holy Spirit! The Currans share stories related to the topics of simplicity vs. multiplicity, prosperity vs. adversity and healthy eating vs. dieting. Kari talks about why she loves to shop at Costco and Tom prays the full set of prayers for the first day of the Novena to the Holy Spirit. (EWTN)

The Currans continue to explore parenting strategies for fostering well-formed, mature, Catholic adults. Kari talks about the importance of summer reading and gives tips to help parents plan intentional summer activities. Tom shares stories about balancing the demands for attention from family life, work and health.

The Currans reflect on the article “How to Raise an American Adult” by Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse (Wall Street Journal.) Tom references the Catechism of the Catholic Church [2223] to explore how to raise a Catholic adult. Kari shares stories related to Sasse’s four factors of delayed adulthood and concludes the program with tips to help Dads (to help their kids) celebrate Mother’s Day.

Explore a Catholic perspective on the popular, secular book The Power of Meaning: Crafting a Life That Matters by Emily Esfahani Smith. The Currans share faith-filled insights and practical examples to expand-upon the author’s four sources of ‘enduring meaning’: belonging, storytelling, purpose and transcendence.