Christian Moms Café (formerly Christian Homeschool Moms) – Details, episodes & analysis

Why does friendship feel so much harder as a mom… even when your heart still longs for connection?

In today’s episode, we’re having an honest, grace-filled conversation about the quiet shifts that happen in our friendships through motherhood. From changing capacity to evolving seasons, we’re unpacking why things don’t feel the same—and what God might be doing in the middle of it.

This isn’t about forcing more relationships or striving to “get it right.” It’s about understanding where you are, releasing pressure, and learning how to approach friendship in a way that’s healthy, intentional, and rooted in truth.

If you’ve ever felt disconnected, overlooked, or unsure of how to build meaningful friendships in this season… this conversation is for you.

Pull up a seat, mama. You’re not alone. ☕💛

Also, here's the video I shared about friendships during my midlife journey: https://youtu.be/M8SbMNZai9A

///

• ✍Apply to be on the show: https://www.honeybook.com/widget/demetria_zinga_consulting_244093/cf_id/67d97e103753ac00254305ea
• 🎹Virtual Piano Lessons for Homeschoolers/After-Schoolers (& curious adults, too!): http://www.readandrhythm.com
• ▶️Join me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@momzestlife/

What if hearing God’s voice is less about striving harder…and more about slowing down, staying open, and becoming curious again? In this beautiful first guest episode of Christian Moms Cafe, I’m joined by author, worship leader, educator, and voice teacher Silvia Ledon for a warm conversation about finding God in everyday moments, raising children with authentic faith instead of pressure, and rediscovering joy in the middle of motherhood. We talk about how God speaks through nature, love, quiet moments, and even through our children. If you’ve been longing for a deeper, more peaceful connection with God, this episode will feel like a fresh cup of encouragement for your soul.

To find out more about Silvia and how to purchase her children's book, "The Voice of God", visit https://www.silvialedon.com/ and check out our video interview on YouTube!

///

• ✍Apply to be on the show: https://www.honeybook.com/widget/demetria_zinga_consulting_244093/cf_id/67d97e103753ac00254305ea
• 🎹Virtual Piano Lessons for Homeschoolers/After-Schoolers (& curious adults, too!): http://www.readandrhythm.com
• ▶️Join me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@momzestlife/
• 🎙️Join the Christian Women Podcasters Network: https://www.skool.com/soul-podcasting-5316/about

In this episode, I’m sitting down with the incredible Sharon Jaynes for a conversation every tired, hopeful, or overwhelmed mom needs to hear. We dig into the real stuff—feeling like you’re not measuring up, wrestling with comparison, wondering if anything you’re doing is even working. Sharon brings powerful stories, biblical wisdom, and the kind of honesty that reminds you God is right in the middle of your motherhood… even on the days that feel like “chopsticks.” If you’ve ever questioned your calling as a mom or felt discouraged in the slow, unseen work of raising kids, this episode is your breath of fresh air. We talk about community, prayer, perseverance, and the way God takes the hardest parts of our stories and turns them into something beautiful. Come be encouraged, reminded, and strengthened. You are not alone, mama — and God is doing more in your home than you can see.

Reach Sharon at: https://sharonjaynes.com/

///

• ✍Apply to be on the show: https://www.honeybook.com/widget/demetria_zinga_consulting_244093/cf_id/67d97e103753ac00254305ea

• 🎹Virtual Piano Lessons for Homeschoolers/After-Schoolers (& curious adults, too!): http://www.readandrhythm.com

• ▶️Join me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@momzestlife/

—

I'm sharing in this podcast some back to homeschool tips just for homeschool moms of faith to keep you going this school year. View show notes at: https://christianhomeschoolmoms.com/back-to-school-tips/

---

///

• ✍Apply to be on the show: https://www.honeybook.com/widget/demetria_zinga_consulting_244093/cf_id/67d97e103753ac00254305ea

• 🎹Virtual Piano Lessons for Homeschoolers/After-Schoolers (& curious adults, too!): http://www.readandrhythm.com

• ▶️Join me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@momzestlife/

—

In this interview with Michelle Hill of Family Life, we talk about their product Passport2Identity which is meant to help our young women and men in their teen years to learn about their identity in Christ and make wise decisions in their lives. Find out more about this product and giveaway at the show notes: http://www.christianhomeschoolmoms.com/passport2identity-interview-michelle-hill

---

///

• ✍Apply to be on the show: https://www.honeybook.com/widget/demetria_zinga_consulting_244093/cf_id/67d97e103753ac00254305ea

• 🎹Virtual Piano Lessons for Homeschoolers/After-Schoolers (& curious adults, too!): http://www.readandrhythm.com

• ▶️Join me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@momzestlife/

—

Listen into this podcast about bible verses for moms and I hope you will be encouraged in your homeschooling endeavors. View show notes at: http://www.christianhomeschoolmoms.com/bible-verses-moms

---

///

• ✍Apply to be on the show: https://www.honeybook.com/widget/demetria_zinga_consulting_244093/cf_id/67d97e103753ac00254305ea

• 🎹Virtual Piano Lessons for Homeschoolers/After-Schoolers (& curious adults, too!): http://www.readandrhythm.com

• ▶️Join me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@momzestlife/

—

In this podcast episode, I share ways to keep kids involved in cleaning routines for your home, and being responsible for taking care of our homes. View show notes at: http://www.christianhomeschoolmoms.com/cleaning-routines

---

///

• ✍Apply to be on the show: https://www.honeybook.com/widget/demetria_zinga_consulting_244093/cf_id/67d97e103753ac00254305ea

• 🎹Virtual Piano Lessons for Homeschoolers/After-Schoolers (& curious adults, too!): http://www.readandrhythm.com

• ▶️Join me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@momzestlife/

—

In this podcast episode, I share three reasons homeschool parents can create makerspaces in your homeschooling. View show notes at: http://www.christianhomeschoolmoms.com/3-reasons-create-makerspaces-homeschooling

---

///

• ✍Apply to be on the show: https://www.honeybook.com/widget/demetria_zinga_consulting_244093/cf_id/67d97e103753ac00254305ea

• 🎹Virtual Piano Lessons for Homeschoolers/After-Schoolers (& curious adults, too!): http://www.readandrhythm.com

• ▶️Join me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@momzestlife/

—

In this podcast episode, I'm excited to share my interview with Amanda White from Truth in the Tinsel curriculum and OhAmanda blog. View show notes at: http://www.christianhomeschoolmoms.com/truth-in-the-tinsel-interview-with-amanda-white

///

• ✍Apply to be on the show: https://www.honeybook.com/widget/demetria_zinga_consulting_244093/cf_id/67d97e103753ac00254305ea

• 🎹Virtual Piano Lessons for Homeschoolers/After-Schoolers (& curious adults, too!): http://www.readandrhythm.com

• ▶️Join me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@momzestlife/

—

In this week's podcast episode I share ways to surviving Christmas as a homeschool mom by embracing the holiday season. View episode show notes at: http://www.christianhomeschoolmoms.com/christmas-survival-tips-for-the-homeschool-mom

---

///

• ✍Apply to be on the show: https://www.honeybook.com/widget/demetria_zinga_consulting_244093/cf_id/67d97e103753ac00254305ea

• 🎹Virtual Piano Lessons for Homeschoolers/After-Schoolers (& curious adults, too!): http://www.readandrhythm.com

• ▶️Join me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@momzestlife/

—