Join Ericha Van Brimmer as we talk about finding your style of hospitality, what works for you in your current stage of life, and how that will naturally change over time. Her advice: think through who your guests are and how to bless them, starting with your family first. She encourages us to remember that hospitality is a way of life, not a performance, and that your hospitality "muscle" grows over time as you practice it. Perfection isn’t the goal, loving people is. We're so glad you're he...

Join Kirsten Miller for a conversation on what hospitality looks like as a grandmother. In this episode, we discuss how to be GREAT in your role as a grandma, mother-in-law, and parent to adult children. Kirsten shares many creative ways to spend time with your grandchildren, along with tips for hosting large, kid-filled gatherings. We reflect on seasons of life, the gifts God has given each of us, and a book that helped shape Kirsten's perspective. We hope this discussion encourages you and ...

Join Kirsten Miller for a conversation on what hospitality looks like as a grandmother. In this episode, we discuss how to be GREAT in your role as a grandma, mother-in-law, and parent to adult children. Kirsten shares many creative ways to spend time with your grandchildren, along with tips for hosting large, kid-filled gatherings. We reflect on seasons of life, the gifts God has given each of us, and a book that helped shape Kirsten's perspective. We hope this discussion encourages you and ...

Join Mary Ellen Turner as she shares practical, realistic ways to practice hospitality in the busy years of raising little kids. From delicious meals the kids happily devour to a plan for preparing meals for others, Mary Ellen shares numerous tips you'll find very helpful. She discusses a clever cleaning tip, ways to welcome the littlest guests, an after-lunch treat for the adults, and how the freezer can help you stay prepared for hospitality. We also talk about the kitchen tools she reaches...

Join Lorin Grimaldi, mom of six and church potluck coordinator, as she shares practical tips on feeding families at church and at home, teaching kids to help with cleaning, and using clever systems like color-coding to bring order to everyday life. She also shares her five-minute tip, a simple habit that helps you pause and warmly greet your guests. We talk about delicious recipes and the gift of unexpected hospitality, including simple ways to add a thoughtful, surprising extra touch. Plus, ...

Join Hero Merkle, a florist, caterer, and recent college grad, as she discusses the art of creating beautiful floral arrangements and shares stress-free strategies for cooking on a large scale. She's coordinated a delicious menu you’ll want to make again and again. Hero reveals a little-known grocery store hack, offers advice on thoughtful communication with guests, and highlights a must-have kitchen item everyone should own. Along the way we tell lots of stories that will have you laughing w...

Join Hero Merkle, a florist, caterer, and recent college grad, as she discusses the art of creating beautiful floral arrangements and shares stress-free strategies for cooking on a large scale. She's coordinated a delicious menu you’ll want to make again and again. Hero reveals a little-known grocery store hack, offers advice on thoughtful communication with guests, and highlights a must-have kitchen item everyone should own. Along the way we tell lots of stories that will have you laughing w...

Celebrate Easter with a three-day family feast - Feaster! Join Kim and Kristina Hatcher as they discuss how to expand the holiday into a whirlwind of fun, food, and activities for all ages. From starting the week with a Holy Week liturgy to planning a full Feaster schedule and recipes to feed the crowd, this episode is packed with ideas to make your celebration joyous. To cap it off, the Hatchers reveal a family favorite: the Feaster beer garden where adults share beers, kids sip sodas, and e...

Join Annika Haney, a college senior, as we talk about practicing hospitality in the middle of college life — from crêpe nights and roommate dinners that build community to birthday celebrations that make people feel loved. She shares practical ways to host on a budget and a busy schedule, living out her house motto: live with people, not just alongside them. Annika also offers favorite recipes, helpful hosting tips, a must-read book, and online tools that make cooking and gathering easier for...

Join me for an inspiring conversation with Alyssa Donovan from Canada, best known for her incredible sourdough creations! We dive into everything from making your own starter to tips and resources for making delicious loaves. She even shares a dessert focaccia recipe! Alyssa talks about the best flours for gluten-free baking, so your baked goods turn out soft and fluffy, and she recommends a site with delicious recipes you'll refer to again and again. We discuss a way to make chores fun for k...