Christian Moms Café (formerly Christian Homeschool Moms)

When the house gets quiet, who are you now? In this heart-to-heart episode, I'm opening up about my first month after dropping my daughter off at college: new rhythms, dinners for two, solo picnics in the San Francisco fog, a growing stack of rom-coms, and the surprising joy of rediscovering myself while still being very much a mom. Whether you're an empty nester or in any season of change, this conversation is your gentle permissi...

Jenna Schutt used to be a cardiac nurse — then her own body threw her the hardest curveball of her life. She's a stem cell transplant survivor, speaker, and writer, and now she runs Faith with Jenna, where she helps women choose God's truth over fear. She got there the hard way: years of chemo, hospital stays, and raising two little boys through all of it. Now she's writing a book, The Joy Reflex™, about how joy isn't somethi...

Motherhood can leave us feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering if we're doing enough. In this encouraging conversation, I sit down with author, poet, and advocate Sydney Ann Johnson, whose lifelong passion for writing, faith, and uplifting others has shaped her work and ministry. Together, we talk about the lasting legacy of a parent's words, finding God in the ordinary moments of motherhood, and why taking time to be refres...

After 14 years of homeschooling, I’m stepping into a brand new season — and I’m finally ready to talk about what that transition has really looked like. A few weeks ago, I watched my daughter walk across the stage and graduate high school, and as I celebrated her next chapter, I realized God was also inviting me into mine. In this episode, I’m sharing the honest emotions of ending a season that shaped so muc...

What do you do when life doesn't go according to plan?

In this encouraging conversation, I chat with self-taught coder, entrepreneur, and Rapido Spanish founder Sharon Eddings about overcoming setbacks, healing through growth, and finding the courage to reinvent yourself. Sharon shares how she built a successful tech career, created innovative learning programs, and discovered that lasting change happens one small step at a time.

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Have you ever felt guilty because your quiet time didn't look the way you thought it should? In this episode, I'm sharing what my morning routine looks like in this season of life—from Bible study and prayer to green tea, fasting, and preparing for the workday—but more importantly, I'm sharing what God taught me through both the slow, peaceful mornings and the rushed ones when prayer happened in the car. If you've ever ...

In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with author and educator Jenna Myers to talk about something so many moms quietly carry: burnout, overwhelm, emotional exhaustion, and the pressure to constantly “do it all.” We dive into nervous system regulation, the importance of rest and white space, creating peaceful family rhythms, and learning how to slow down without guilt. Jenna shares her own journey through stress, m...

Why does friendship feel so much harder as a mom… even when your heart still longs for connection?

In today’s episode, we’re having an honest, grace-filled conversation about the quiet shifts that happen in our friendships through motherhood. From changing capacity to evolving seasons, we’re unpacking why things don’t feel the same—and what God might be doing in the middle of it.

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What if hearing God’s voice is less about striving harder…and more about slowing down, staying open, and becoming curious again? In this beautiful first guest episode of Christian Moms Cafe, I’m joined by author, worship leader, educator, and voice teacher Silvia Ledon for a warm conversation about finding God in everyday moments, raising children with authentic faith instead of pressure, and rediscovering joy in...

In this heartfelt episode of Christian Moms Café, we’re leaning into a question so many moms quietly carry: Who am I now? Whether you’re in the thick of motherhood or stepping into a quieter season, this conversation is a gentle invitation to rediscover yourself—without guilt or pressure. I’m sharing my own journey through midlife, identity shifts, and reconnecting with the parts of me that had been set asid...

Motherhood doesn’t end… but it does change. And no one really prepares you for how hard it is to let go. In this episode, I’m sharing my real-life journey of watching my daughters grow up, step out, and how I’m learning to love them without holding on too tight.

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Join me, Demetria, as I welcome you to the newly rebranded Christian Moms Cafe. After 14 years of the Christian Homeschool Moms Podcast, I’m stepping into a new season—empty nest, midlife transitions, and a space to gather, encourage, and support one another through all stages of motherhood and life. In this episode, we reflect on the journey so far, share what’s next, and invite you into a community where moms of...

Welcome to Christian Moms Cafe, a warm, welcoming space for moms of faith. From toddlers to teens, grown kids, and the empty nest, this podcast offers encouragement, practical insights, and authentic conversations about motherhood, life transitions, and faith. Pull up a chair, grab your coffee, and join the community—because no mom should do this alone.

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After 183 episodes, the Christian Homeschool Moms Podcast is going on break for a season. In this episode, I share why this pause feels right, how God has been gently guiding me into a new chapter, and why the encouragement in this archive still matters for homeschool parents and moms of faith. This isn’t goodbye- just a faithful pause. If you’d like to continue walking with me through midlife, family transitions, faith...

The holiday season can be beautiful — and overwhelming — all at the same time. Between the pressure to buy more, do more, and keep up with expectations, it’s easy to lose sight of what this season is really about. In this reflective, end-of-year episode, I’m sharing a slower, more intentional conversation about choosing meaning over more. As a veteran homeschool mom, I open up about how our family is simplif...

This week on the Christian Homeschool Moms Podcast, I’m sitting down with Brittney Proctor, whose story is nothing short of powerful. Brittney opens up about her journey from experiencing homelessness to finding healing, stability, and eventually stepping boldly into homeschooling her children. We talk about what those early days looked like, the quiet (and not-so-quiet) ways God showed up, and how she’s building a life...

If you’re homeschooling through high school and wondering whether you’re doing any of it “right,” this conversation with my guest, CJ, is exactly what you need. We dig into the real, unfiltered highs and lows of teaching teens at home—the shifts in independence, the emotional dynamics, and the practical decisions that make these years feel intense and transformative. CJ brings her honest, grounded pers...

In this episode, I’m sitting down with the incredible Sharon Jaynes for a conversation every tired, hopeful, or overwhelmed mom needs to hear. We dig into the real stuff—feeling like you’re not measuring up, wrestling with comparison, wondering if anything you’re doing is even working. Sharon brings powerful stories, biblical wisdom, and the kind of honesty that reminds you God is right in the middle of your...

In this heartfelt Thanksgiving-season episode, I’m sharing personal updates from my life lately — from my youngest navigating college applications, to my oldest stepping fully into adulthood, to my own journey with health, perimenopause, and rediscovering joy in the everyday. I’m also opening up about my newest adventure: exploring my heritage through cooking Congolese, Nigerian, and Kenyan dishes for the very fir...