The Better Part - Intentional Living for Christian Moms with a Bible-Loving Catholic Mama

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Why Do I Get So Angry + Triggered As A Mom? Encouragement + Insights [EP 288] Jan 24, 2023

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Learn why you (probably) get so angry as a mom and how God wants to heal these parts of our hearts. Come as you are and be encouraged that God is full of mercy for each of us. He wants us to learn from our anger and refresh us with His life-giving waters. Welcome in, friend! You’re in good company here. Xoxo Stephanie [Connect at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I love to hear from you!]

MOMS WHO PRAY: Jesus, Help Me! [EP 287] Jan 17, 2023

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Let’s pray together, friend. We all need the help of Jesus. Let’s lean on Him today and call out to Him in prayer. Xoxo Stephanie [Connect with me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I love to hear from you!)

It’s Not What You Do That Makes You Worthy, It’s WHO You Are + WHOSE You Are [EP 286] Jan 10, 2023

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When the world tells you it’s all about what you “do” and how “productive” you are, I want to offer a different message. I want to remind you that more than anything, you are a daughter of God. Press play and be encouraged, sweet friend. I’m so grateful you’re here. Xoxo Stephanie [ps: email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com if you’d like to connect]

Making Space For SILENCE and my WORD OF THE YEAR [EP 285] Jan 03, 2023

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Happy New Year, friend! I am SO happy to be chatting with you about my word of the year today. I’ve done this for a few years now and it’s so much fun to see what God wants of me each year. I encourage you to pick a word, too! And I also encourage you to ask the Lord how you can create more space for Him and for silence in this new year. I pray you have a blessed year and I’m so grateful to have you here as a part of the 500 Seconds To Joy community! Xoxo Stephanie [reach out to me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com if you’d like to share your word of the year] [PS: check out my new friend’s podcast “A Beautiful Thing”, which launches tomorrow! Give her some love by listening and writing a review. :) Thank you!]

Thank You For Your Sacrifice [EP 284] Dec 27, 2022

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Thank you for all you do, sweet mama friend. If no one has told you this lately…THANK YOU. You are so needed and you matter so much. Happy (almost) New Year! May you and your family be richly blessed. Xoxo Stephanie [email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com to connect]

Mary’s YES To God [EP 283] Dec 20, 2022

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It’s almost Christmas! It is almost time to celebrate the birth of our Savior! As we meditate on God’s Word and prepare our hearts to celebrate Christmas well, let’s reflect on Mary’s YES to the Lord. She had free will and she chose obedience. Mary is a beautiful example for us mothers. May you have a blessed Christmas. Thank you for being here. Xoxo Stephanie [email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com if you’d like to connect]

Rest Your Weary Heart And Sit At The Feet Of Jesus Today [EP 282] Dec 15, 2022

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Sorry this is a day late, friends! But let’s sit at the feet of Jesus and hear what He has to say to us. I am feeling a little weary and maybe you are too. This is a beautiful and also tiring time of year. Let’s take time to step back from the busyness and soak in the word of God. Thank you for being here and may God bless you with peace and joy during this Advent season. Xoxo Stephanie [Email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com if you’d like to connect]

Let’s SLOW DOWN This Advent + Soak In God’s Peace + Joy Found In Scripture [EP 281] Dec 06, 2022

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Happy Advent! I’m back to hosting the podcast and I’m so happy you’re here! Listen in to the scripture readings for the upcoming Sunday mass and soak in God’s Word during this special time of the year. God bless you and your family! // I’m reading the following: Isaiah 35:1-6, 10 + Psalm 146:6-10 + James 5:7-10 + Matthew 11:2-11. Reach out to me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com if you’d like to connect. Xoxo Stephanie

ENCOURAGEMENT For Figuring Out God’s Will [Week 5 of Special Discernment Series with Jenna] Nov 29, 2022

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Today is all about ENCOURAGEMENT. Jenna shares final thoughts and wisdom as we wrap up this series about making decisions with God. It’s the 5th and final week of our special discernment series and I’m so honored to introduce you to my dear friend, Jenna. She is taking you on an exciting journey in the month of November where you’ll be exploring together how to make decisions with God. . . I am so excited to hear how you like this series and I’m also excited to see how God speaks to you through what you learn here. . . Jenna is going through Fr. Michael Scanlan’s book called “What Does God Want?” and she is breaking it down into small bite sized chunks that’s easy to digest. I hope and pray this is a fruitful series for you. I’ve already learned so much from Jenna and I know you will too! . . God bless you and this exciting discernment journey you’re starting! Xoxo Stephanie [ email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com with any questions or feedback ]

Ready To Feel CONVICTED About Your Decision-Making? [Week 4 of Special Discernment Series w/ Jenna] Nov 22, 2022

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We are nearing the end of our series with Jenna and it’s time to feel CONVICTED about our decision-making. It’s week 4 of our special discernment series and I’m so honored to introduce you to my dear friend, Jenna. She is taking you on an exciting journey in the month of November where you’ll be exploring together how to make decisions with God. . . I am so excited to hear how you like this series and I’m also excited to see how God speaks to you through what you learn here. . . Jenna is going through Fr. Michael Scanlan’s book called “What Does God Want?” and she is breaking it down into small bite sized chunks that’s easy to digest. I hope and pray this is a fruitful series for you. I’ve already learned so much from Jenna and I know you will too! . . God bless you and this exciting discernment journey you’re starting! Xoxo Stephanie [ email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com with any questions or feedback ]

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