Restoration Home with Jennifer Pepito

Welcome to episode 182 with our beloved friend Rachel Kovac. She has a new book out: Their Future is Shining Bright. This is an incredible episode about homeschooling through high school without falling back on rigid workbooks, or trying to hit every traditional milestone.  Rachel is the kind of person who inspires you to live a more beautiful life, to test what are the outer edges of what you can do, and raise your children in a hopeful, productive world.  Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press!  In this episode– How to help your children remain creative and present in their highschool years Why it doesn't super matter what you focus on in highschool as long as you children to learn  The importance of remaining connected to your children in highschool Rachel's website and substack Rachel's new book Their Future is Shining Bright   You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Rachel here: Rachel's Instagram Some Amazon Affiliate Links.   https://thepeacefulpress.com/blogs/news/ten-things-to-do-before-age-ten-to-prevent-homeschool-burnout

Welcome to episode 181 with Jennifer Pepito and Jennifer Dukes Lee. Jennifer set out to write a book about mornings through the lens of what the Bible says about the early hours of the day. The result is her newest book How to Love Your Morning: Faith Filled Habits to Build a Life of Joy and Purpose One Day at a Time. We don't often think of mornings through the lens of how God views them, but so much of scripture is God calling people out to connect with him or go with him in the morning. But how can we have a great morning when we arrive at it carrying the stress, dissapointment, or sleeplessness of the previous day? Jennifer walks through the simple steps we can take to set up our mornings for greatness, adjust to the season you are in, and a few tips for letting go of unfinished tasks so you can start your loveable morning the night before.  Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press!  In this episode– A great morning starts the night before  What does God say abour mornings The 3 pillars that we focus on each morning First things first, and focusing on God in the mornings Peaceful Press Chore and Routine Pack  Free Peaceful Press Planning Pages  Join the Restoration Home Community for support and connection as you create a sacred home in 2026 You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram  Some Amazon Affiliate Links.   https://thepeacefulpress.com/blogs/news/ten-things-to-do-before-age-ten-to-prevent-homeschool-burnout

Welcome to episode 180 with Jennifer Pepito and Tia Ralls. Tia is the author of Magic in the Monotony and a beloved mentor mom in the Restoration Home Community.  Tia and Jennifer talk about Tia's new book, how to use the Peaceful Press chore cards with littles, incorporating eye contact into morning time, and the beauty and prayer of sacrifice with little children.  Sometimes habits can feel so hard in the little years, but the smallest habits can provide security and stability that the rest of our day moves around.  Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press!  In this episode– Why simple habits makes life sweeter with littles  The importance of eye contact  How to build habits that nurture connection Peaceful Press Chore and Routine Pack  Free Peaceful Press Planning Pages  Join the Restoration Home Community for support and connection as you create a sacred home in 2026   You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Tia Ralls: In the Restoration Home Community!  Some Amazon Affiliate Links.   https://thepeacefulpress.com/blogs/news/ten-things-to-do-before-age-ten-to-prevent-homeschool-burnout

How do you know if your home education is ticking the right boxes? How do you know if you're hitting the right priorities, making important milestones, and raising healthy, happy, whole, and well educated children?  With so much noise, so many checklists, and so many conflicting goals, Carrie De Francisco joins Jennifer in Episode 179 to talk about evaluating your home education journey through simple questions.  Carrie De Francisco and Jennifer Pepito are both veteran homeschoolers who have made it their goal to help parents navigate education, particularly highschool, without reverting to the defunct system that is traditional school.  Home Education, at it's best is effective and simple, and Carrie's new book A Home Education Handbook with nine questions to help you evaluate your home school process is a great resource to destress, get back on track, and feel confident in what you are doing.  Asking questions rather than trying to check off a daily list or confine experience, real life challenges  Whether you're considering homeschooling through high school, in the midst of it, or looking for fresh ideas after homeschooling your third child, this episode is a goldmine of practical advice. Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press!  In this episode– Daily questions to check your home education progress  The best decisison Carrie made in homeschooling How to feel confident when your homeschooling looks different  Learn more about Carrie at Coffee with Carrie You can learn more about Jennifer here– Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Carrie De Francisco here– Carrie's Instagram  Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

Welcome to episode 178! Work is essential for things like hand-eye coordination, a sense of self-esteem and belonging in children, and a core building block for future success.  How do we build this habit, though, without destroying childhoods, derailing parent-child relationships, or raising children who hide when they see us coming for fear of being tasked with work.  Jennifer takes you through the work and life of "Ma Moody" to discover keys to raising children who love work, who want to work with you, and building good habits without taking away from a child's childhood.  Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press! Check out the Homeschool Planner for a great way to stay organized and focused as the new year starts.  Looking for more nature and science for this year? The Peaceful Press Nature Book Flood is a beautiful addition to your school year.   In this episode: The lessons of work from Mrs. Moody Work is a building block for successful children The three things we can do as a parent to make work enjoyable: Be present; appreciate the effort; keep work manageable  The best habits are built around daily rhythms; check out the Peaceful Press FREE Daily Rhythm Pack The Peaceful Press Chore Cards: the essential tool for developing good habits of order, cleanliness, work, and self-care Get 10% off your purchase with code "Restoration10" If you're looking for inspiration for a habit make-over check out: Habits for a Sacred Home by Jennifer Pepito  You can learn more about Jennifer here– Jennifer's Instagram

Welcome to episode 177 of the Restoration Home Podcast!  The dream we have of a godly family, and good habits, and leaving a family legacy, and only choosing what really matters must start in relationship with God. An important part of that relationship is the habit of hearing from God. Margaret Feinberg, author of The God You Need to Know and Fight Back with Joy joins Jennifer to talk about how to build a habit of hearing from the Holy Spirit, discerning the voice of God, and how this habit fuels every other undertaking.  Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press!  In this episode– How to deal with pain when spiritual leaders betray us The importance of hearing from God How to deal with dissapointment when we think we heard, but didn't  Walkin in humility The joy of communion, and so much more. You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Margaret here:  Margaret's Instagram and website Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

Welcome to episode 176 with Ginny Yurich, a long time friend and the amazing founder of 1000 Hours Outside. This episode was such a delight to record., and we think you'll have as much fun listening. Ginny and Jennifer are both bubbling over with enthusiasm for homeschooling, daily nature time habits, letting go of unrealistic education standards that hinder rather than help your child, the importance of parental connection over peer connection, and so much more. We love debunking myths that, in the end, make our lives simpler, our children happier and more succesful, and protect childhood over rigid and unproductive learning. So settle in and enjoy!  Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press!  In this episode– Peer to peer versus peer to parent connections When to clean your baseboards with cotton balls  How to get outside in the dead of winter What going outside in lots of weather does for your children The books we love And so much more!!  https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/  Get the Peaceful Press Nature Book Flood here You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Ginny here:  Ginny's Instagram Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

Jennifer and Emelie come to the show to talk about the wedding they planned in less than a month. Why a wedding, you might ask, because one of the ultimate goals of the Restoration Home Community is creating longevity in our families. This looks like adult children, who are there for each-other, planning celebrations around family vision, and the long-term goal of community.  Plus, it's fun to talk about weddings!  This great conversation is made possible by the Peaceful Press! Learn more about our new Easter Guide!  Our full length bundles give your children the opportunity to learn practical skills, read beautiful literature, and engage in a living history and applicable science. If you're not loving your current homeschool, don't wait till next year to make a change. Switch now and enjoy every moment of learning with the Peaceful Press. The Peaceful Press Elementary Bundles   In this episode– Planning celebrations around your family vision  The beauty of community Enjoying the goodness of God  Learning to live aware of the gifts of God  Investing in long-term community  Writing your family vision with the Peaceful Press guide You can learn more about Jennifer here- Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Emelie here- Emelie’s Instagram Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

Welcome to episode 174 of the Restoration Home Podcast!  Jamie Erickson, joins us on the Restoration Home for another incredible conversation. She recently released a new book: Overwhelmed Mom: Quiet the Chaos, Mind What Matters, and Enjoy Your Life Again. We talk so often on the Restoration Home about our "yeses" and "nos." This conversation with Jamie was like taking all of the principles of choice, of priority, of vision into one very powerful conversation about what it means to lean heavily into filtering every opportunity, every role and responsibility with a hearty "yes" or a strong "no".   If you are looking for the motivation, the inspiration, and the vision to start choosing what truly matters to you, to value your most important "yeses," you will love this conversation with Jamie.  Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press!  In this episode– A good opportunity does not mean you should say yes Every thing you have going on in your life has a different value, don't let the least valuable things take the most of your time and energy.  Your biggest and most important "yes" is to your spouse and children.  It's okay to put things down and pick them back up later You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Jamie here:  Jamie's Instagram Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

Welcome to episode 173 with Leila Marie Lawler, the author of The Little Oratory. Leila joins Jennifer for a beautiful, heartwarming conversation about life, marriage, raising children who feel like their contributions matter, putting your husband first, turning towards him and not against him, and so much more.  We loved this conversation because it felt like being in the room with Jennifer and Leila, having a cup of tea or coffee, and soaking in the kind of community and mentorship we all long for. So, settle in or go for a walk, grab your coffee, and enjoy this life giving conversation.   Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press!  In this episode– Why we choose our husband first The importance of prayer Making your home a holy and set apart place The spiritual role of husband and wife no matter what your roles you might be filling temporarily or permanently A heart of honour  Raising children who appreciate being contributors  And so much more.  You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Leila here:  Leila's Instagram Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

A family vision or rule should come from your family's unique gifting, interests, and story. It should be sustainable, simple, and capable of adapting under the challenges and changes that life throws at us. It should also be fun. And while sustainable, it should also be unique, and not so simple that it allows living without direction.  Join Jennifer and Emelie in episode 172 as they talk about family rules, the Kikkoman food empire, and living with vision.  This great conversation is made possible by the Peaceful Press! Plan a Flourishing Homeschool Year with Jennifer: A workshop to guide you through planning a perfect year of meaningful learning The Peaceful Press supports healthy habits and responsibility by incorporating practical life skills into each day.  For great resources that help with habit building into every day, check out the Chore and Routine Pack. Our full length bundles give your children the opportunity to learn practical skills, read beautiful literature, and engage in a living history and applicable science. If you're not loving your current homeschool, don't wait till next year to make a change. Switch now and enjoy every moment of learning with the Peaceful Press. The Peaceful Press Elementary Bundles   In this episode– What is a family vision Writing your own rule of life  Families that last  Writing your family vision with the Peaceful Press guide You can learn more about Jennifer here- Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Emelie here- Emelie’s Instagram Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

Welcome to episode 171 of the Restoration Home Podcast! Stefanie Gass joins us to talk about building a business as a mom, protecting quality time, building on your strengths, and how to turn your passion into a family business. Entrepreneurship is an incredible way to diversify your income or to use your skills to supplement your family's income. It gives you opportunities to employ children, to teach them how to do business, and it can be done with a few hours a week.  Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press!  In this episode– You don't need to be on socials to make money Turning your passion into a project Balancing motherhood and business  Why entrepreneurship is so great Check out Stefanie Gass's website for more inspiration  You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Stefanie here:  Stefanie's Instagram Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

Welcome to episode 170 of the Restoration Home Podcast! We are delighted to have Justin Whitmel Earley, author of Habits of the Household and his newest book The Body Teaches the Soul.  We live in a time where mental health issues are chronic, stress. is high, and whatever we might believe about the goodness of God, we often live in a highly anxious state with habits that deny any belief in the goodness of God. This conversation with Justin is incredible. He brings scripture backed research to illustrate the importance of breathing, sleep, and why our habits inform our soul. We were created to be still before God, with brains that can create and dream with God, and breath that can reduce stress. So often we live with habits that stress us out and keep us running on empty.  We hope this episode gives you inspiration for resting in Christ, enjoying the discpline of sleep and breathing, and encourages you to take back your mental and emotional life.  Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press!  In this episode– Sleep as a spiritual discipline  We were created to be able to sit still and know that God is God. When your body is wrecked, your sleep is interrupted by stress, it is God trying to tell you that something is wrong in your life Breathing as a spiritual discipline  What you belive will be defined by the habits that organise your day The Body Teaches the Soul by Justin Whitmel Earley The Common Rule by Justin Whitmel Earley Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Justin here:  Justin's Website Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

Welcome to episode 169 of the Restoration Home Podcast! Beth Ann Menger, a mentor mom with the Restoration Home Community, joins Jennifer Pepito to talk about making living peaceful with planning and prep. She shares amazing and simple steps to reduce decision making and create more time and brain space for connecting with your family, and so much more. Beth Ann is a well loved figure in the Restoration Home Community, and we're so excited to share her wisdom with our podcast community.  Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press!  In this episode– Choosing what really matters  Family dinner: what it is; how to do it; and the vision behind it.  Creating small patterns that have a lasting impact on your family culture  How to plan to protect your peace.  Simplifying your life when you are in a busy season.  Ten Things to do Before Ten to Avoid Homeschool Burnout Join the Restoration Home Community for support and connection as you create a sacred home in 2026 Check out the workshop Create a flourishing homeschool plan for 2026 You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Beth Ann Menger: In the Restoration Home Community!  Some Amazon Affiliate Links.   https://thepeacefulpress.com/blogs/news/ten-things-to-do-before-age-ten-to-prevent-homeschool-burnout

Books shape the way we view the world, they even change how we narrate the experiences of our life. When we read a book with a happy and courageous heroine, we began to narrate or describe our lives through the lens of being happy and courageous women.  In 2025, we loved the Emma M. Lion books for the gentleness and joy and whimsy they brought into our lives.  We loved Ronald Rolheiser for the lessons on community, and Isola for the lessons in forgiveness and courage.  Now, in 2026 we're excited for a new list of books we're reading through and learning from, and new heroines who can shape our character.  This great conversation is made possible by the Peaceful Press! Plan a Flourishing Homeschool Year with Jennifer: A workshop to guide you through planning a perfect year of meaningful learning The Peaceful Press supports healthy habits and responsibility by incorporating practical life skills into each day.  For great resources that help with habit building into every day, check out the Chore and Routine Pack. Our full length bundles give your children the opportunity to learn practical skills, read beautiful literature, and engage in a living history and applicable science. If you're not loving your current homeschool, don't wait till next year to make a change. Switch now and enjoy every moment of learning with the Peaceful Press. The Peaceful Press Elementary Bundles   In this episode– Creating a beauitful world through the books we read The beautiful lessons of Emma M. Lion Our reading list for 2026 Restoration Home Community Book Club The Emma M. Lion Book Club Tea Party The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth Brower The Restoration Home Community You can learn more about Jennifer here- Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Emelie here- Emelie’s Instagram Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

Welcome to episode 166 of the Restoration Home Podcast! Justina Auck, a mentor mom with the Restoration Home Community, joins Jennifer Pepito to talk about prayer and work, sacred homes, working with your kids, and how to build a domestic church.  This is the perfect podcast to kick off your 2026 planning and dreaming for your home and family.  Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press!  In this episode– What is a domestic church Why we love the Restoration Home Community  When you create a beautiful, holy, orderly home that teaches your children so much What work and prayer does for your home Creating a home where Christ is reflected  Join the Restoration Home Community for support and connection as you create a sacred home in 2026 Create a flourishing homeschool plan for 2026 You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Justina in the Restoration Home Community!  Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

Welcome to episode 166. Greg Gunn is the creator of Family ID, a website dedicated to helping families make goals, create a plan, lay the foundation for a godly offspring, and be a family with a multi-generational vision.  This is one of the most beautiful and inspirational episodes for families. We are so excited for you to listen to this, be inspired, and enjoy your family as you head into Christmas and the New Years. Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press! You can now buy printed copies of our beloved Holiday Book Flood! Looking for ways to celebrate and enjoy the beauty of the holidays? Check out our Christmas Guides Vol. 1 and 2, and the Unearthing Wonder Advent Guide.  Find the beautiful Peaceful Press Cookbook on Amazon!!   In this episode– You must treat your sibling better than you would your best friend What do the mothers do when the dads are not on board  Your words are a creative force, and you can speak spiritual strength and leadership over the men in your life, and bless your husband to feel  Your husband wants to please you You cannot correct or discipline your husband into excellence, but you can speak it into existence Creating a family vision  Check out Family ID for great resources and tools for your family You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Greg Gunn's ministry here: Family ID's Instagram Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

We have a beautiful Christmas bonus episode for you to enjoy while you wrap gifts, while driving around, or as you soak in the season with a cup of coffee and a snowy view.  Jennifer and Amber O'Neal Johnston, creator of Soul School, author, friend, and inspiration, is back on the podcast to talk about her latest book, a series of essays, Homegrown. In episode 166, the conversation envelops Charlotte Mason and finding beautiful living books that for today, lessons learned in suffering and joy, releasing our children's education through each season of life, and learning from the great women around us.    Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press! The Peaceful Preschool Volume 2 is here!! Purchase your beautiful copy of the brand-new Peaceful Preschool for a year of delightful, hands-on learning.  Looking for Elementary Bundles to engage in Charlotte Mason-styled education? Check out the Playful Pioneers, Precious People, and the Kind Kingdom!   In this episode– Learning from different mothers  Finding living books for all ethnicities and cultures  The lessons from Amber's new book  Do check out Amber's book A Place to Belong And her newest book, Homegrown You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Amber O'Neal Johnston here: Amber's Instagram Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

For Episode 165, we're bringing back a beautiful and timely conversation with Sarah Clarkson. There is so much to glean from this conversation. Enjoy! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- As we continue to move into the holiday season, Sarah Clarkson joins Jennifer Pepito in episode 110 of the Restoration Home Podcast. We're excited to bring another episode rich with the magic and mores of a peaceful Christmas.  Sarah offers a unique perspective on celebrating Christmas, holiday traditions from the Clarkson home, and bringing different cultures and customs into her family's celebration. Beyond the holidays, she also brings her love and passion for technological boundaries, creating purposeful space in her day, and finding ways to differentiate days for the sake of becoming more aware of ourselves, our families, and our lives.  This is a great conversation, and we hope it blesses and inspires you.  This podcast is made possible by the Peaceful Press! With Winter and Winter Holidays around the corner, check out the Peaceful Press resources and blogs for good literature, engaging ways to celebrate, and the Four-week Autumn Guide. Purchase any Christmas Guide Volume 1 or Volume 2 and receive a copy of the Unearthing Wonder Advent Guide.  You can now buy printed copies of our beloved Holiday Book Flood!  In this episode– The importance of Advent  Slowing down Christmas  Creating a why for technological fasts  Clarkson family traditions Your children are never to old to celebrate with you Reclaiming Quiet by Sarah Clarkson Find out more about Sarah at her website and "From the Vicarage" You can learn more about Jennifer here- Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Sarah here- Sarah's Instagram   Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

Abbie Halberstadt, author of M is for Mama and her newest book You Bet Your Stretch Marks, is a returning Restoration Home guest. She is full of passion and commitment to raising Godly children who go against the grain of modern expectations.  If you're wanting more for your family and have a heart for holiness and virtue, but are battling the headwinds of scars from your childhood, lacking motivation or role models, or simply not sure what is reasonable to expect of your children, or you want to be encouraged that you're not alone in desiring a godly and healthy family, this episode is for you.  Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press! You can now buy printed copies of our beloved Holiday Book Flood! Looking for ways to celebrate and enjoy the beauty of the holidays? Check out our Christmas Guides Vol. 1 and 2, and the Unearthing Wonder Advent Guide.  Find the beautiful Peaceful Press Cookbook on Amazon!!   In this episode– The dangers of extremes You don't need to be perfect ot be a good mama Keeping first things first  Holding on to virtue For simple ways to connect and reframe how you spend your holidays check out The Peaceful Press: Holiday Book Flood.  You can learn more about Jennifer here: Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Abbie Halberstadt here: Abbie's Instagram Some Amazon Affiliate Links.