In this episode, Maeve and Mat share ten practical tools that have strengthened their Catholic homeschooling over the years — from faith-filled apps and saint resources to apologetics cards, family-friendly podcasts, and tech choices that support virtue.

You’ll hear real-life stories from their home, how these tools have shaped their kids’ faith and confidence, and why small daily practices — like saint-of-the-day readings, friendly apologetics conversations, and intentional tech — can make a big difference in family life and discipleship.

This one is equal parts helpful, encouraging, and a little bit hilarious (yes, including the sprinting Amazon driver and the middle-school group text thread).

Episode notes, Published January 11, 2026

Catholic Apps & Digital Tools

• iMissal — Saint of the Day & Daily Readings
  https://imissal.com
  
  
• Laudate — Catholic Prayers, Rosary, Catechism & More
  https://www.ayckasoft.com/laudate
  
  
• Truthfully — Catholic AI Study & Reference Tool
  https://truthly.ai
  
  

Books, Audio & Kids Resources

• 57 Saints — Catholic Biography Collection
  https://ignatius.com/57-saints-p2905/
  
  
• Friendly Defender Flashcards (Catholic Apologetics for Kids & Teens)
  https://friendlydefenders.com
  
  
• Holy Heroes — Advent, Lent, Glory Stories & Faith Resources
  https://holyheroes.com
  
  

Catechism & Faith Formation

• Catechism of the Catholic Church (Online Reference)
  https://www.vatican.va/archive/ENG0015/_INDEX.HTM
  
  
• Catholic Answers — Apologetics Articles & Podcasts
  https://www.catholic.com
  
  

Catholic Podcasts Mentioned

• Catechism in a Year — Fr. Mike Schmitz
  https://ascensionpress.com/pages/catechisminayear
  
  
• American Catholic History Podcast
  https://americancatholichistory.org
  
  
• Road to Emmaus — Dr. Scott Hahn
  https://stpaulcenter.com/audio/road-to-emmaus
  
  
• Lila Rose Podcast
  https://www.liveaction.org/lilarosepodcast/
  
  

Intentional Tech for Families

• Wise Phone — Minimal, Distraction-Free Phone Option
  https://techless.com/wisephone

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