Advent is a story rooted in wonder—and that wonder didn’t end 2,000 years ago. It continues to unfold in our lives, in our families, and in our faith, inviting us to pay attention to the sacred moments still breaking into the ordinary. This season is special not just because of what happened long ago, but because of what is still happening now, as we open ourselves to the awe, hope, and possibility Advent brings.

The sweet potato pie might be perfect—but the conversation? That’s another story. This episode dives into the beautifully chaotic reality of gathering with the people we love… but don’t always like during the holidays. Using Genesis 2:24 as our guide—“That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh”—we explore what it means to create unity and grace at a table that often feels divided.

From awkward questions to heartfelt moments, Surviving the Holiday Table reminds us that love doesn’t mean agreeing on everything—it means showing up, choosing connection, and finding holiness even in the mess.

Travel can bless us, stress us and fulfill us. While family travel can test our patience and stress our budget, it also gives us a chance to encounter God as individuals and together as a unit. In this episode, you’ll discover the three truths that travel can teach us. The good, the bag, and the ugly.