Elyse Fitzpatrick, Joel Fitzpatrick, Jessica Thompson

Front Porch with the Fitzes

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Front Porch with the Fitzes, is a weekly chinwag featuring author Elyse Fitzpatrick and two of her three kids, Jessica Thompson and Joel Fitzpatrick. Sometimes some unexpected folks might even drop by and sit for a spell. Every week they'll jibber about family life, things that interest them in culture or news, and what they're learning about the Lord. Imagine sitting on the front porch of your ol' Kentucky home, listening to three slightly off-kilter believers talk about life, do a lot of laughing at each other and everyone else…and then, of course, there's always the bluegrass music playing...

Author

Elyse Fitzpatrick, Joel Fitzpatrick, Jessica Thompson

Category

Religion

Latest episode

Jun 30, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 421: UFO's, Church Stories, and Thievery 21.02.2023

In this week's episode we discuss the rules for flying. We also talk about the UFO's that have been spotted this last week. Joel shares a story about being in youth group. We also talk about Saint Augustine and his story of stealing the pears. 

Episode 420: Getting smart, Equity, and Redemption Seminary 14.02.2023

In this week Dr. John Schwandt joins us to talk about Redemption Seminary. This is the seminary that Jessica has been attending for the last year. 

Episode 419: Massages, Weird Movies, and Waking Up 07.02.2023

In this week's episode we talked about what it is like to get a theraputic massage. We talk about weird movies that we watched as kids. Jess closes us with a devotional from 1 Thessalonians 5 about waking up to God. 

Episode 418: Crop Dusting, Hair Cutting, and the humanity of Christ 25.01.2023

We talk about crop dusting. We talk about hair cutting. We talk about the humanity of Christ. 

Episode 416:Job Searches, Teflon Pop, and the Chosen 17.01.2023

In this week's podcast we talk about Pop looking for a new job, that he doesn't want or need. We also talk about how Pop roleplays in his own mind all the time. Jessica talks about the pickleball tournament that she just competed in. 

Episode 415: Adulting, the Speaker of the House, and Troubled Hearts 10.01.2023

We talk about what we would have said if we were the doctors of Damar Hamlin. We talk about about single ply toliet paper. We just are very mature. We talk about the vote that is going on in the house. We talk about how hard it is to adult. Pop finishes the podcast with a great devotional on Jesus word's to his disciples in John 13. 

Episode 414: Christmas Songs, Christmas Gifts, and Christmas Love 03.01.2023

In this week's episode we talk about what we like in a Christmas service and what we don't. We talk about our favorite Christmas presents and we share the Christmas love. We also somehow delve into the topic of speaking in tongues. 

Episode 413: Mr. & Mrs. Claus and Our favorites from the year 2022 27.12.2022

In this week's episode we talk about Elyse and Pop being Mr. and Mrs. Claus. We also talk about all of our favorites from the year. 

Episode 412: Disneyland, Gifts for Ruth, and Play 13.12.2022

In this week's episode we talk about our recenent FAMILY trip to Disneyland. Joel also asks for ideas for gifts for Ruth. Then we talk about how important it is to play. 

Episode 411: Alabama, Bible stories for REAL, and Ishmael and Isaac 06.12.2022

In this week's episode we talk about our recent trip to Alabama. You need to hear what Elyse did. Then we digress into some Bible stories that are probably not appropriate for children's ears. We close out with a devotional talking about God saving Ishamel and Isaac.   

Episode 410: Elections, No Shave November, and Foot Washing 15.11.2022

We review the elections and give our opinions. Which we know you love to hear (LOL). Jessica & Elyse are taking part in "No Shave November" they talk about the benefits of that. Then pop closes us out with a devotional on Jesus washing the disciples feet and what it means to be a servant. 

Episode 409: Joel has Covid, Jess is a pastor, and we all like to play 08.11.2022

In this week's episode Joel talks about having Covid. Jess gives us an update on being a pastor. Then we close out with a devotional on playing. 

Episode 408: Padres (last time for the year), Workouts, and Joy Eternal 25.10.2022

In this weeks podcast we talk about the Padres... for the last time this year sad face, then Jess talks about her early morning workout at Disneyland. Elyse closes us out with a beautiful pitcure of what eternity will be like. 

Episode 407: Padres, Workouts, and New bodies 18.10.2022

In this week's episode you know we have to talk about the Padres. We aslo talk about pickleball and working out. Then Elyse closes us with a great devotional on our new bodies in the new heavens and new earth.

Episode 406: Advent, Blocks, and Anticipation 04.10.2022

On this week's episode Christ and Clayton join us to talk about how to lead your family in Advent this season. These guys are hilarious and you won't want to miss what they have to share. Also, look at these beautiful products . 

Episode 405: Free lunch, funerals, and a new name 27.09.2022

In this week's episode Jess shares a story of how she got a free lunch. We talk about the Queen's funeral. Then Joel closes us out with a killer devotional. 

Episode 404: The UK Cats are back to talk all the The Queen 20.09.2022

In this episode the UK Cats join us to talk about the passing of the Queen and how it has affected their lives. We love having these ladies on and we know you all do too. 

Episode 403: Biggest surprises and who we want to see in Heaven, and Personhood 13.09.2022

We somehow get on the topic of who we want to see, who we don't want to see, and who we will be surprised to see in Heaven. Then we close talking about what being a "person" means. It is random but it is good. 

Episode 403: South Africa, Safari, and Steps 06.09.2022

In this week's episode Pop and Elyse talk about their recent trip to Hippo Lakes where they went on safari. 

Episode 401: Are we turning into our parents? 30.08.2022

Jessica and Joel are the only ones on the podcast this week and they explore the questions, "Am I turning into my parents?" And then Jess tells the story about buying something in her sleep.

Episode 400: Pickleball, New Phones, and Psalm 77 23.08.2022

In this episode the gang talks about their new love of pickleball. Pop talks about the Padres and his phone. Then Joel closes us out with a great devotional from Psalm 77. 

Episode 399: Curiosity, Lore Wilbert and Awkward Silence 09.08.2022

In this week's podcast Lore Wilbert joins us to talk about her latest book A Curious Faith. We of course talk about all the things and laugh a ton. She is a treasure and we know you will love her. 

Episode 398: Jan 6 Trials, Gopher Holes, and Unloved/Beloved 26.07.2022

In this week's episode the crew talks about what they think will come of the January 6th trials. We talk about Elyse falling into a gopher hole. Then Elyse shares a devotional on being unloved and then beloved. 

Episode 397: Saying hello, Shannan Martin, and the Sky 19.07.2022

Shannan Martin joins us to talk about the sky, empathy, food, and her latest book Start with Hello. We have a wonderful conversation as evevidenced by the longest podcast we have recorded in a very long time. 

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