Starting a homestead? The animals you choose first can either build your confidence—or burn you out.

In this episode of For Home & Heaven, we break down which animals are beginner-friendly (and which ones might break your fences and your spirit). From chickens to pigs, goats to geese, we’re sharing real stories from our own experience so you can build your homestead wisely—and joyfully.

You’ll hear:
✅ The 3 best animals to start with
❌ The ones we wish we’d waited on
💡 Real stories (like the time Mary got chased by a goat at 38 weeks pregnant)
🙏 Encouragement for new homesteaders feeling overwhelmed

Whether you’ve got land or are just dreaming, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you start strong.

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In this episode of For Home & Heaven, we explore how the rhythms of homesteading reflect God’s design for every season—planting, harvesting, resting, and trusting. From spring piglets to winter stillness, each season offers its own lessons in faith, family, and stewardship.

Join us as we share stories from our own farm and reflect on how God works in the visible and invisible seasons of life. Whether you're deep in the work of summer or in a quieter winter, this episode is for you.

🌱 Spring: New life & preparation
☀️ Summer: Stewardship & consistency
🍂 Fall: Harvest & reflection
❄️ Winter: Rest & recalibration

📖 Scriptures:

• Ecclesiastes 3:1 — “There is a time for every matter under heaven.”
• Galatians 6:9 — “...in due time we will reap, if we do not become weary.”

🛠️ Real stories. Gentle encouragement. Practical insight from life on the farm.

Parenting in today’s world isn’t easy—but there’s something sacred about raising kids with dirt under their nails and truth in their hearts.

In this episode of For Home & Heaven, we explore what it means to raise children close to creation—where faith, farm life, and family all become part of the classroom. From toddler tantrums in the chicken coop to heartfelt prayers over the garden, we share the messy, beautiful lessons we’re learning in this season of parenthood.

You’ll hear:
🌱 How chores, seasons, and animals help shape character
😮‍💨 The hard stuff: exhaustion, overwhelm, and unmet expectations
📖 How Scripture shapes our parenting (Proverbs 22:6 + Philippians 2:15)
🌟 Why the goal isn’t perfect kids—but pointing them to a perfect God

Homesteading isn’t just how we feed our family. It’s how we form them. Whether you live on acreage or in an apartment, this conversation is for any parent trying to raise kids anchored in truth and wonder.

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What if the biggest sacrifices you’ll ever make are the quiet ones no one sees?

In this episode of For Home & Heaven, we talk honestly about what it means to give up good things—not bad ones—for the sake of something greater. From rusty mowers and early mornings to career dreams and cross-country moves, we share the daily and defining choices that have shaped our faith, our family, and our future.

You’ll hear:
🛠️ The small sacrifices that form our hearts
🧳 The big ones that changed our lives
📖 Why we believe in calling over comfort
🕊️ A gentle challenge: What is God asking you to lay down?

We’re not just building a homestead—we’re building a life that points to heaven. And that means saying “no” to some very good things, so we can say “yes” to what matters most.

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In this episode of For Home & Heaven, we open up about what it really looks like to raise a Catholic family in the chaos of everyday life. From spiritual dry spells and toddler meltdowns at Mass to small miracles and surprising blessings on the homestead — we’re sharing our honest, real-life journey of trying to keep Christ at the center of it all.

You’ll hear:
💬 Our personal faith backstories
🏠 How we bring Jesus into our daily routines as parents
🙃 What’s not working right now
🔥 And how God keeps showing up in the little things

This isn’t a highlight reel — it’s real life with young kids, muddy boots, busy schedules, and the constant reminder to look toward heaven.

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🙏 Let’s build a community rooted in Christ — one small act at a time.

Welcome to the very first episode of For Home & Heaven! In this opening conversation, we (Noah and Mary) share the story behind our farm, our family, and our faith—the roots of Fidelis Terra.

We talk about where we came from, how we met, and the early years that shaped our vision of home and heaven. You'll hear how the dream of building a farm took shape through prayer, risk, and small, faithful steps—and how God made the way clear even when the path looked impossible.

We also open up about what life looks like today on our homestead, the rhythms that anchor our days, and the heart behind starting this podcast. Whether you’re on your own journey of homemaking, homesteading, parenting, or purpose—we hope this first episode meets you right where you are.

🎙️ Episode Highlights:

• The meaning behind Fidelis Terra (“Faithful Land”)
• How our faith and marriage led us to start a homestead
• What our life looks like now with kids, animals, and big dreams
• Why we started For Home & Heaven—and who it’s for

🌾 Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe and join us next time for Episode 2:
“Faith in the Field: How God Leads Our Farm & Family.”

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