Homeschooling For Catholic Parents
You’re wondering if homeschooling is for you. But your inner critic is telling you you’re not enough. How can I teach my kid when we can’t get through homework without tears and yelling? How would the daily routine look? What curriculum will you use? Your house is already a wreck. You don’t want to feel isolated, like you’re on an island where everyone wears long dresses and raises goats. Plus, aren’t homeschoolers weird?
I am so excited you're here! This podcast will give you peace of mind as you raise successful adults who understand their Catholic faith and how to defend it. I’ll help you find the routine that works for you, you’ll still have community, if that’s what you want, and even a clean, organized home is possible (sometimes).
I’m Maeve Jemison, and I host this pod with my handsome husband, Mat. We’re Catholics who prioritize worship and apologetics through our homeschool journey with our five kids.
I’ve made many mistakes along the way. As a young adult, I left the Catholic church because I didn't understand what was going on. I was a government school graduate and high school teacher so I thought homeschooling meant replicating government school at home. (I was wayyyy off!)
When I finally learned the depths and truths of Catholicism, I was adamant that I would teach my little cradle Catholics about the history and beauty of the religion that Jesus started. No way would my kids be as oblivious as I was. Our homeschooling became a delightful adventure, with the Lord guiding us in tailoring our children’s education. I knew I had found my calling!
If you’re ready to thrive as the domestic church through worship, apologetics and homeschooling, then this podcast is for you!
Thanks for stopping by because home is where the truth is!
Homeschooling For Catholic Parents
121 - What We Learned at the Biggest Homeschool Convention in America (And the Catholic Story We Didn't Expect)
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Fresh back from the FPEA Homeschool Convention, Maeve and Mat share some of their favorite moments from a weekend full of encouragement, unexpected conversations, and memorable encounters.
From celebrating a homeschool graduation to connecting with Catholic families from across the country, this year's convention revealed a growing hunger for faith, community, and truth.
Along the way, a chance conversation led Maeve to discover a Marian apparition (or bi-location, if you really want to be "Catholic-nerd" specific) story that she can't stop thinking about—one that offers a powerful reminder for any parent who has ever wondered if their efforts are making a difference.
If you've ever felt discouraged in your homeschooling, this episode is for you.
Show Notes Published May 31, 2026
In this episode:
- Highlights from the FPEA Homeschool Convention
- Celebrating homeschool graduation
- Debuting the Catholic Homeschool Planner
- Why Catholic families were seeking each other out
- The surprising rise in Catholic conversions
- What recent converts told us about discovering the Church
- The role of the Early Church Fathers in conversion stories
- Catholic Schoolhouse and growing Catholic homeschool communities
- The story of Carlo Acutis and an unexpected convention reunion
- The fascinating history of Our Lady of Pilar
- How Mary encouraged St. James during a season of discouragement
- What homeschool parents can learn from that story
- Encouragement for families wondering if their efforts are making a difference
Links Mentioned
- Catholic Homeschool Planner
- Raising Saints TV
- Raising Saints TV (YouTube)
- TBHC Homeschool Convention
- Use code MAEVE26 for registration savings
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!
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