Come Over for Dinner!

Join Ericha Van Brimmer as we talk about finding your style of hospitality, what works for you in your current stage of life, and how that will naturally change over time. Her advice: think through who your guests are and how to bless them, starting with your family first. She encourages us to remember that hospitality is a way of life, not a performance, and that your hospitality "muscle&quo...

Join Kirsten Miller for a conversation on what hospitality looks like as a grandmother. In this episode, we discuss how to be GREAT in your role as a grandma, mother-in-law, and parent to adult children. Kirsten shares many creative ways to spend time with your grandchildren, along with tips for hosting large, kid-filled gatherings. We reflect on seasons of life, the gifts God has given each of us...

Join Kirsten Miller for a conversation on what hospitality looks like as a grandmother. In this episode, we discuss how to be GREAT in your role as a grandma, mother-in-law, and parent to adult children. Kirsten shares many creative ways to spend time with your grandchildren, along with tips for hosting large, kid-filled gatherings. We reflect on seasons of life, the gifts God has given each of us...

Join Mary Ellen Turner as she shares practical, realistic ways to practice hospitality in the busy years of raising little kids. From delicious meals the kids happily devour to a plan for preparing meals for others, Mary Ellen shares numerous tips you'll find very helpful. She discusses a clever cleaning tip, ways to welcome the littlest guests, an after-lunch treat for the adults, and how th...

Join Lorin Grimaldi, mom of six and church potluck coordinator, as she shares practical tips on feeding families at church and at home, teaching kids to help with cleaning, and using clever systems like color-coding to bring order to everyday life. She also shares her five-minute tip, a simple habit that helps you pause and warmly greet your guests. We talk about delicious recipes and the gift of...

Join Hero Merkle, a florist, caterer, and recent college grad, as she discusses the art of creating beautiful floral arrangements and shares stress-free strategies for cooking on a large scale. She's coordinated a delicious menu you’ll want to make again and again. Hero reveals a little-known grocery store hack, offers advice on thoughtful communication with guests, and highlights a must-have...

Join Hero Merkle, a florist, caterer, and recent college grad, as she discusses the art of creating beautiful floral arrangements and shares stress-free strategies for cooking on a large scale. She's coordinated a delicious menu you’ll want to make again and again. Hero reveals a little-known grocery store hack, offers advice on thoughtful communication with guests, and highlights a must-have...

Celebrate Easter with a three-day family feast - Feaster! Join Kim and Kristina Hatcher as they discuss how to expand the holiday into a whirlwind of fun, food, and activities for all ages. From starting the week with a Holy Week liturgy to planning a full Feaster schedule and recipes to feed the crowd, this episode is packed with ideas to make your celebration joyous. To cap it off, the Hatchers...

Join Annika Haney, a college senior, as we talk about practicing hospitality in the middle of college life — from crêpe nights and roommate dinners that build community to birthday celebrations that make people feel loved. She shares practical ways to host on a budget and a busy schedule, living out her house motto: live with people, not just alongside them. Annika also offers favorite recipes, he...

Join me for an inspiring conversation with Alyssa Donovan from Canada, best known for her incredible sourdough creations! We dive into everything from making your own starter to tips and resources for making delicious loaves. She even shares a dessert focaccia recipe! Alyssa talks about the best flours for gluten-free baking, so your baked goods turn out soft and fluffy, and she recommends a site...

In this episode, Ginger Elmore, mother of nine, joins me with two of her daughters, Courtney and Trinity, to talk about raising capable, confident daughters who help create a hospitable home. Ginger shares wisdom on preparing girls to step in and skillfully take charge in the kitchen and other areas of hospitality, while Courtney and Trinity discuss what they've learned from their mom. Togeth...

Join Lizze Miller as she discusses how to dive into hospitality when you’re new to town ( She's moved 7 times in 4 years! ) and how to make others feel comfortable. Lizze shares her theory on building a well-balanced dish and menu and how to use a timeline approach. She's known best for cakes. You won't want to miss her famous recipe or her fun ideas for a cookbook club! We're...

Join Elizabeth Landis as we discuss her new book, The Forgotten Realm . While church and family are familiar places where we spend much of our time, Elizabeth helps us understand the often-overlooked civil realm and why it matters. She encourages us to make this realm a part of our lives and offers practical advice on where to begin. We then jump back into the family realm for quick, flavor-packed...

Immigrating from Russia as a teen, Nicole Shuparski offers a unique perspective on serving others including a humorous look into life on her church’s hospitality committee. From the cauldron-sized pot she uses for her beloved clam chowder to the oar she stirs it with, Nicole shares her must-have tools and reliable recipes, including trusted King Arthur Baking classics. She highlights the importanc...

Immigrating from Russia as a teen, Nicole Shuparski offers a unique perspective on serving others including a humorous look into life on her church’s hospitality committee. From the cauldron-sized pot she uses for her beloved clam chowder to the oar she stirs it with, Nicole shares her must-have tools and reliable recipes, including trusted King Arthur Baking classics. She highlights the importanc...

Join Maggie Sears as she shares her love of hospitality and how she thinks outside the box as she and her husband work to facilitate fellowship. From a yearly fall party to snow-day fun to boat outings with friends, Maggie shares how she and her family build relationships and lasting memories. She offers practical tips on what to pare down, what to keep stocked for easy hosting, and how to make yo...

In this episode, we talk about what it's like to be on the receiving end of hospitality. Micaiah Shaw shares her family's journey through years of medical trials and the many ways her family and friends stepped in to help. We discuss practical forms of hospitality for those in a hard season. You'll hear ideas on ways to help, how to make planning a meal train menu simple, and encour...

Join Lauren Johnson as she discusses the art of planning big, memorable events from group baby showers and homeschool conferences to weddings and July 4th bashes. You’ll hear step-by-step tools to simplify the process, starting with a brain dump and organizing your ideas into four key categories. Learn how to delegate (even to young helpers!), create clear signage to communicate with guests, and o...

Join Debi Long as she shares her love of hospitality, from fall fetes and ladies' taco nights to being a part of the hospitality rotation on Sundays at her church. She talks about cooking seasonally, hosting in the yard, and a helpful app to keep recipes organized. She reminds us that table fellowship is a good part of life and to really enjoy those you invite over. Plus, she shares a Greek m...

Join Leslie Taylor as we explore the surprising health benefits of making your own broth, her step-by-step “salad repair manual,” and her universal salad recipe. Leslie shares the one kitchen item she uses more than any other, as well as the secret to the delicious rice she's known for. You’ll also learn why she likes to start recipes early in the day, and the unexpected way she uses shop tow...

Join Tamara Latham as she shares practical hospitality tips, starting with a very important one: don’t forget to laugh! If you’re not a natural planner or delegator, Tamara offers encouragement to begin anyway, and your muscles will grow. You’ll hear creative ideas for making the most of a tiny apartment, a fun drink that kids will love, favorite playlists, and delicious recipes, including an elev...

Join Melissa Knific , a recipe developer with experience at Family Circle, HelloFresh, Rachael Ray, and more, as we discuss her latest project: a cookbook inspired by recipes from all 63 U.S. national parks. Melissa shares a behind-the-scenes look at recipe development, time-saving tricks for busy home cooks, and creative ways to make meals more appealing to kids. She also reveals her go-to kitche...

Originally from England and now living in Texas, pastor’s wife Nicole Jeffery has become an expert in hosting large groups with ease. She shares the secrets behind her stress-free hospitality, including her favorite store-bought shortcuts that make feeding a crowd both doable and delicious. Nicole encourages us to shift the focus from our own preferences and style to the comfort of our guests. She...

Join Jenny Brown, a pastor's wife with many years of experience in opening her home to others, as she shares practical wisdom on everyday hospitality. Jenny talks about letting go of excess stuff, numerous uses for sourdough, and why doing the small stuff is a big deal. She offers encouragement to prep in advance, but also to know when to let go of the prep work and the expectations that come...

Join Anna Stoltzfus as she discusses why she believes hospitality is an important part of community. She shares how her church’s hospitality home rotation, where families take turns hosting Sunday lunches, creates meaningful fellowship beyond a quick visit Sunday morning. Anna walks through how she prepares in advance to welcome extra guests, offers a clever tip for toy management when kids visit,...