Unrehearsed with Able Moms

In this engaging conversation, Amanda Florczykowski and Evin Weir welcome bestselling children's book author Emily Assell, who shares her journey of faith, motherhood, and the inspiration behind her new book 'Wherever You Are.' Emily discusses the challenges of being a mom, the importance of God's word, and how her personal experiences shaped her writing. The conversation emphasize...

In this episode, Amanda Florczykowski and Evin Weir discuss with Regan Long the concept of gentle parenting, its definition, and the controversies surrounding it. Regan emphasizes the importance of balancing discipline and love in parenting, arguing that children need boundaries to feel safe. The conversation also explores the infiltration of gentle parenting ideologies into the education system a...

In this episode of Unrehearsed, Amanda Florczykowski, Evin Weir, and Heather Koch discuss the journey to cleaner living, focusing on the impact of toxins in our food and environment. Heather shares her personal story of infertility, loss, and the transformative power of clean eating. The conversation delves into practical steps for reducing toxins in daily life, including food choices, household p...

In this episode, Christy Boulware shares  with Amanda and Evin her transformative journey from suffering a nervous breakdown due to severe anxiety to finding purpose through faith. She discusses her mission to help others overcome fear and anxiety, emphasizing the importance of surrendering to Jesus and acknowledging one's struggles. Christy provides practical advice on recognizing emotional 'smok...

In this episode, Kristen Hallinan shares her journey of healing from a chaotic upbringing and the importance of addressing personal pain to impact future generations positively. She discusses the significance of boundaries, the role of community, and the church's responsibility in acknowledging pain. Kristen emphasizes that everyone experiences pain and that healing is possible through understandi...

In this episode, Evin Weir, Felicia Sivells, are joined by Hannah Lugibihl to discuss the importance of instilling a strong sense of identity in children, rooted in their faith in Christ. They explore the challenges us moms face in understanding our own identities and how that affects our ability to teach our children. The conversation emphasizes the need to counter societal pressures and negative...

In this conversation, with Brittany Poppe, Amanda, and Evin, Brittany shares her personal journey of healing after an abortion, emphasizing the importance of support from the church and community. She discusses her podcast, 'Does God Forgive Abortion?', which aims to help women find healing and wholeness through Christ. The conversation highlights the need for churches to address the topic of abor...

In this episode, Greta Eskridge discusses her book 'It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn,' sharing her personal journey and the importance of open conversations about pornography within families. She emphasizes the need for parents, especially mothers, to engage in these discussions to foster a culture of openness and understanding. The conversation covers the prevalence of pornography, its i...

Summary In this episode, Rachel Adams shares her journey as a mother and author, discussing the theme of insignificance in everyday life. She emphasizes that even the smallest actions can have great meaning and impact, drawing inspiration from her faith and the teachings of Jesus. The conversation explores how to find purpose in mundane tasks, the importance of prayer, and the value of every contr...

Every mom can relate to struggling with body issues. In this episode, Felicia Sivells and author, speaker, and professor, Rachel Gilbert discuss the journey of redeeming body image through personal stories, spiritual insights, and therapeutic approaches. Rachel shares her experiences with body image struggles and the impact of "injuries to her faith". The gospel proved to be the only &qu...

Summary Mandy Johnson, writer for Able Moms and Esther Press publishing staffer, shares her journey of motherhood and how it has shaped her understanding of her identity as a daughter of the King. She discusses the importance of recognizing false identities, the role of scripture in reclaiming our true selves, and how this understanding impacts parenting. The conversation does NOT skip the need fo...

Summary In this episode, Evin Weir, Felicia Sivells, and Bethany Kimsey discuss the importance of restoring peace in the home, especially as a new year begins. They explore how to foster a peaceful environment for families, emphasizing the need to connect with God and rely on scripture. The conversation highlights practical steps for creating a peaceful home, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the i...

Summary: What lies do we tell ourselves or have we heard ABOUT homeschooling - lies that maybe prevent us from stepping out into responding to that tug to pull our kids from traditional schooling. Join Holly Frank, Felicia, and Amanda as they discuss the myths surrounding homeschooling as well as the myths about traditional schooling that might be deceiving you! Takeaways: Homeschooling allows for...

Summary In this episode of Unrehearsed, Amanda, Felicia, and Holly discuss the growing trend of homeschooling as a response to the challenges faced in the public school system. They share their personal journeys into homeschooling, emphasizing the importance of education over traditional schooling. The conversation highlights the role of parents in nurturing their children's education, the impact...

Summary In this episode, hosts Evin Weir and Felicia Sivells, along with guest, Monica Sotolongo discuss the importance of family, faith, and setting intentions for the new year. Monica shares her journey of fostering and adopting children, emphasizing the need for healthy families in society, but the conversation primarily focuses on practical steps for setting family goals and resolutions for 20...

Summary Why Advent and what is its significance? Lynn Swank shares just how secular Christmas has become, even for Believers, while giving practical activities to bring the holiday back to its true meaning for our children. As a seasoned children's pastor, Lynn helps every able mom create memorable family moments, making Advent simple to incorporate. Join us for Part Two of this two-part series. K...

Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the significance of Advent and how to incorporate its themes into family traditions during the Christmas season. Lynn Swank shares insights on the meaning of each candle in the Advent wreath, emphasizing hope, preparation, joy, and love. The conversation highlights the importance of teaching children about the true meaning of Christmas and creating memora...

Daniela Coats is an expert, author, and trainer who advocates for bio kids participating in foster or adoptive homes. With little resources for families, Daniela experienced the unintentional invisibility bio kids often experience when "new" family members are introduced at school, church, or even into family. She now helps others at withsiblings.org and can be found on Instagram @with_s...

Just like the smorgasbord of a Thanksgiving feast, the AMI team dives head first into Ephesians 4, worthiness, prepared tables of the Old Testament, and even the table God has set before us in Psalm 23. We are so grateful you are here as you prepare your own holiday meal this week. Join us for a special Thanksgiving episode and maybe grab a pen for Evin's Biblical breakdown.

Did you know George Barna’s surveys have found that 90% of born-again Christians families do not have family devotions once a week! “Fewer than one out of ten born-again families read the Bible together during a typical week or pray together during a typical week.” Join Evin and Felicia as they sit with the amazing homeschool genius, Kristin Bowlin of @arrowsandapplesauce for unique ways to craft...

Able Moms fan-favorite and award winning author, Laine Craft, is talking on more than just our Mom Comm stages. Laine joins Amanda and Evin for a deep dive into what she wishes she would have known about technology. Set to the backdrop of her own experience, Laine is not shy about technology's perils. Find her at LaineLawsonCraft.com

Able Moms run to the polls, but how do we respond to the outcome or keep peace no matter the aftermath? Join this juicy conversation - unafraid to tackle election season. We come to bolster your faith and encourage you in this season with facts and philosophies that bring Biblical hope.

At Able Moms, we invite you to be capable in your everyday practical parenting and unshakable in your Biblical faith, but what does it mean to be memorable in your mentorship? We discuss what you can do today to look over your shoulder in the future and feel satisfied with your mothering legacy.

What is Halloween REALLY doing for our to your children? Where we used to consider this secondary celebration's roots, we now consider its current demonic influence. Discover with AMI some shocking revelations before you rush to buy candy and costumes. Consider as parents, teachers, grands, and moms what we share and then make a decision you feel solid in!

Able Moms say hard things. That’s what Unrehearsed is all about. There is no topic too big for God to tackle or us to talk about. Here, we are 100% relevant, sometimes raw, and always real. Like any local Able Moms community, some of us say ya’ll, while others ‘yous guys’, we take stages, work full time, homeschool, or homestead. But, we all desire to be capable in our everyday practical parenting...