Welcome Home By Gina

Thanksgiving is about more than the food on the table. It’s about gratitude, generosity, and welcoming others into our homes and hearts.

In this episode, we’ll talk about biblical gratitude, why hospitality is a ministry, and simple ways to make Thanksgiving hosting more joyful and less stressful.

I’ll also share meaningful traditions for bringing family and friends together and introduce my new Welcome Home Table Thanksgiving collection!

My hope is to encourage you to slow down, count your blessings, and remember that the best part of Thanksgiving isn’t a perfect meal or table. It’s the love we share around it.

From my heart to yours, welcome home!

In this episode:

• The biblical meaning of gratitude and Thanksgiving
• How to practice thankfulness in every season
• Why hospitality is a ministry, not just entertaining
• Simple tips for a joyful, stress-free Thanksgiving gathering
• Meaningful traditions to bring your family together
• Introducing the Welcome Home Table Thanksgiving collection

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ABOUT GINA ROMERO

Gina Romero is the author of Welcome Home: A Guide to Homemaking, From the Heart, a three-time award-winning book, and The Welcome Home Kitchen Cookbook: Simple Recipes and Heartfelt Meals for Busy Girls Who Love Home. She is also the host of the Welcome Home Podcast and the founder of resources and communities that encourage Christian women to embrace the beauty of homemaking and honor God through the everyday work of caring for their homes and families.

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How can we build a lasting legacy of faith while navigating the busyness of motherhood and everyday life?

In this episode of the Welcome Home by Gina Show, Gina Romero sits down with Cathy Dye, a speaker, author, Bible study teacher, and retired elementary school teacher, to talk about passing down faith to the next generation.

Cathy shares the heart behind her upcoming Bible study, The Song of Our Heart, inspired by her experience with her mother’s Alzheimer’s journey and the powerful connection music can create. Drawing from Psalm 71, she explains how God can be our refuge, our hope, and the source of our praise throughout every season of life.

Together, Gina and Cathy discuss how mothers can nurture their own spiritual growth while raising children in faith, find quiet time with God amid busy schedules, and recognize everyday homemaking as an act of worship.

They also explore the importance of modeling faith through our actions, teaching children to show compassion, and creating meaningful family connections that leave a lasting spiritual legacy.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How to build a legacy of faith for your children and grandchildren
• Practical ways to make time for prayer and Bible study as a busy mom
• How everyday homemaking can become an act of worship
• Why children learn more from how we live than what we say
• How to nurture faith, compassion, and meaningful connections within your family
• The S.O.N.G. Bible study method: Scripture, Observation, Nest, and Growth

If you're a wife, mother, or homemaker who wants to grow in faith and intentionally lead your family toward Christ, this conversation will encourage and inspire you.

About Cathy Dye:
Cathy Dye is an author, speaker, Bible study teacher, and retired elementary school teacher with 29 years of experience. She writes children's books and women's Bible studies that encourage faith, family connection, and spiritual growth. Her books include A Song in Her Heart and the Kit-Kat Camp series.

Learn more about Gina Romero and her homemaking ministry at welcomehomebygina.com.

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Raising children in today’s world isn’t easy. Between busy schedules, screen time, social media, and all the pressures kids face, it can be hard to know how to keep our families connected and grounded in faith.

In this episode of Welcome Home by Gina, I’m joined by Dr. Mel Tavares, an award-winning author, speaker, and experienced family counselor, to talk about her book, Make Families Great Again, and why strengthening our families starts right at home.

We talk about the importance of making time for meaningful conversations, putting our devices down, being intentional with family time, and teaching our children biblical values in everyday life. Dr. Mel also shares practical wisdom on managing extracurricular activities, navigating the online world, staying involved in our children’s education, and making choices that reflect what matters most to our families.

One thing that really stands out is this: our children need connection, not just a packed schedule. Sometimes that connection happens around the dinner table. Sometimes it’s a simple snack together after a long day. And sometimes it’s just taking a walk and using an ordinary moment to talk about God and His Word.

We may not be able to control every influence our children face, but we can be intentional about the time we spend with them and the truths we teach them.

If you’re a Christian mom, dad, grandparent, or caregiver who wants to raise children with strong biblical foundations, I hope this conversation encourages you and reminds you that the little things you do each day matter.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Building stronger family connections in a busy world
• Raising children with biblical values
• Managing extracurricular activities without sacrificing family time
• Helping children navigate screens, social media, and online dangers
• Staying involved in your children’s education
• Making intentional choices that put faith and family first

📖 Featured book: Make Families Great Again by Dr. Mel Tavares

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From my home to yours, welcome home!

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Have you ever wondered how to walk alongside a loved one who is nearing the end of their life? It’s not an easy subject to talk about, but it’s something many families will face, and having the right support can make such a difference.

This week on the Welcome Home by Gina Podcast, I’m joined by Laurel Nicholson, founder of Christian End of Life Care and Community Formation. We talk about the role of a Christian end-of-life doula and how our faith can bring comfort, hope, and encouragement during some of life’s most difficult seasons.

Laurel shares how she supports individuals and families through the end-of-life journey, from providing spiritual and emotional care to helping families navigate important conversations and plan ahead. She also opens up about her own experiences with loss, healing, and learning to trust God when the next chapter isn’t yet clear.

We also discuss the importance of end-of-life planning, advance directives, supporting caregivers, and approaching death through the hope we have in Christ. Laurel shares a moving story from her ministry that reminds me how powerful a simple word of faith, a familiar hymn, and the presence of someone who cares can be.

I hope this conversation encourages you, whether you’re caring for a loved one, thinking about planning ahead, or simply wanting to better understand Christian end-of-life care. These seasons can be difficult, but we don’t have to walk through them alone. Our hope in Christ remains with us, even in the hardest moments.

Tune in to this week’s episode, and join me as we explore faith, compassionate care, and the hope of the resurrection.

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From my home to yours, welcome home.

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How should Christian families approach Halloween? Should we participate, avoid it, or find a way to redeem the season?

In this episode of the Welcome Home by Gina Podcast, Gina Romero has an honest conversation about Halloween, biblical discernment, spiritual warfare, and what it means to stand firmly in the light of Christ.

Gina also shares how October can become an opportunity to shine Christ’s light, welcome others into our homes, and teach our children biblical truth with both conviction and compassion.

But this episode goes beyond Halloween. Gina talks about faith at home, biblical womanhood, Christian parenting, homemaking, and the importance of remembering that our homes are our first ministry.

She also shares a powerful story of redemption and encouragement for women who may be wondering whether the ordinary work they do every day really matters.

It does.

Your home matters. Your faith matters. And the seemingly ordinary moments of serving, teaching, praying, welcoming, and loving your family can have a lasting impact.

Grab your coffee, get comfortable, and join Gina for this meaningful conversation.

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Trauma can affect us in ways we don't always recognize. Sometimes it shows up in our relationships, our thoughts, our anxiety, or the way we respond to everyday situations.

In this episode of Welcome Home with Gina, Gina sits down with Aliza Prokop, LPCC, a licensed professional clinical counselor and trauma-focused therapist, for an honest conversation about trauma, healing, faith, and the importance of getting support.

Aliza shares how trauma can shape the way we think and respond, why healing isn't about simply “getting over it,” and how therapy can help us understand what we've experienced and learn healthier ways to move forward.

They also talk about motherhood, relationships, addiction, Christian communities, and the reminder that what happened to you may not have been your fault, but caring for yourself and pursuing healing is part of moving forward.

If you've ever felt alone in what you're carrying, this conversation is a reminder that you don't have to walk through it alone.

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What happens when success isn’t enough?

In this episode of Welcome Home with Gina, Gina Romero sits down with Debra Elrod, author of Discovering Your Spiritual DNA and founder of Narrowgate Now, for a powerful conversation about faith, business, loss, restoration, and discovering God’s purpose.

Debra shares her journey from building a successful business to walking through some of the most difficult seasons of her life—and how those experiences transformed the way she understood success, leadership, and her relationship with God.

From learning to surrender control to discovering what it means to lead a business according to biblical principles, Debra’s story is a reminder that sometimes God uses our hardest seasons to prepare us for a greater purpose.

✨ In this episode, we talk about:
• Finding purpose through difficult seasons
• Faith and surrender in business and life
• Moving from success to spiritual purpose
• Biblical principles for business leadership
• Overcoming loss, hardship, and restoration
• Discovering your spiritual identity
• Using your gifts to serve others

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Gina sits down with author Rebecca White to talk about her new book, The Supersized Book of Bible Craft Gifts 100 crafts and 220 pages of screen-free, faith-filled fun for kids ages 5–12. Rebecca shares behind-the-scenes stories of co-writing with her mom, Karen Whiting, favorite crafts (from star gliders to memory books), and how homemade gifts can teach kids kindness, generosity, and creativity.

From a tomato farm in South Carolina to the Miss America stage, Hall of Fame speaker and author Jane Jenkins Herlong shares her wildest true stories meeting her husband a week before marrying him, grief and finding her "funny" again, and the wisdom that's carried her through it all. A conversation full of heart, humor, and hard-won faith. Guard your heart, stay curious, and don't ever let anyone define you.

In Gina's September episode of Welcome Home by Gina, we’re talking about the often-overlooked gift of rest as we reflect on Labor Day and God’s design for work, Sabbath, and renewal. We’ll also look ahead to Grandparents Day and the powerful legacy of faith we can begin building in our families today. From the way we work and rest to the faith we model for our children and grandchildren, our everyday choices can leave a lasting impact for generations to come. Join me for an encouraging reminder that building a beautiful home is about more than what we accomplish-it’s about what we pass on.

What happens when success, achievement, and everything we thought would make us feel fulfilled still leave us feeling empty?

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Dr. Gladys Childs, author of Chasing Emptiness, Finding Fullness, for an honest and thought-provoking discussion about the journey from searching for fulfillment in the wrong places to discovering what truly brings meaning, purpose, and fullness to our lives.

Dr. Childs shares insights from her new book and explores the deeper questions many of us face: What are we really chasing? Why can we accomplish so much and still feel unfulfilled? And what does it take to stop running after “more” and begin living from a place of genuine fullness?

This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt that something was missing- even when life looked good on the outside.

Join us for an inspiring conversation about purpose, fulfillment, and finding what truly matters.

What does the Bible really say about women?

In this episode of Welcome Home by Gina, I’m joined by author Lydia Grace Kaiser to discuss her new book, Bible Truth About Women: What They Don’t Tell You. Together, we explore what Scripture reveals about women- their God-given identity, purpose, strength, influence, and place within God’s story.

Lydia and I have an honest and encouraging conversation about some of the misconceptions women have encountered about the Bible and what happens when we go back to Scripture for the truth. We talk about the women of the Bible, the calling God has placed on women, and how understanding His Word can bring freedom, confidence, and a deeper sense of purpose.

If you’ve ever wondered what the Bible truly says about women, this conversation will encourage you to open your Bible, ask thoughtful questions, and discover the beautiful truth for yourself.

Join us for this inspiring conversation about faith, womanhood, and the timeless truth of God’s Word.

What if grandparents could be more than just a special part of the family-but true partners in raising the next generation?

In this episode of Welcome Home by Gina, I’m joined by author and parenting expert Lori Wildenberg to talk about her newest book, Grandparents Make Grand Partners. We have a heartfelt conversation about the unique and beautiful role grandparents can play in supporting parents, strengthening family relationships, and passing faith, wisdom, and family values from one generation to the next.

Whether you’re a parent, a grandparent, or simply hope to build a stronger family legacy, this conversation offers practical encouragement and a fresh perspective on how we can work together to make our homes, and our families, places where everyone feels loved, valued, and connected.

Join us as we explore what it really looks like when grandparents become true partners in the sacred work of raising children.

Join me for a delightful conversation with bestselling Christian author Jenny L. Cote as we explore the power of stories that point readers to God's truth. Jenny shares the inspiration behind her beloved books, the importance of helping children and families fall in love with Scripture through imaginative storytelling, and how God uses creativity to strengthen faith across generations. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, homeschool family, educator, or simply love uplifting stories, this encouraging conversation will remind you that the greatest adventure is discovering God's incredible plan woven throughout history.

In this August episode of the Welcome Home by Gina podcast, I encourage women to embrace the timeless, biblical calling of homemaking with renewed purpose and joy- especially during back to school season. Through practical encouragement and Scripture, we explore what it means to cultivate a Christ-centered home, faithfully steward the gifts God has entrusted to us, and create a place where peace, hospitality, and faith flourish. Whether you're a newlywed, busy mom, seasoned homemaker, or simply longing to make your home a haven, this episode will inspire you to welcome God into the everyday moments that matter most.

As wives and mothers, one of our greatest callings is to lovingly protect the children God has entrusted to our care. In this important episode of the Welcome Home by Gina podcast, I sit down with fellow author Lisa Radcliff to discuss her powerful book, God Is For Me, and why it's so important to have age-appropriate conversations with our children about personal safety.

Together, we explore practical ways parents can help safeguard their children from predators, recognize warning signs, establish healthy boundaries, and create an environment where children feel safe to speak up. Lisa shares valuable insights for equipping families with both wisdom and confidence while reminding us that we never have to parent from a place of fear—God has given us discernment, truth, and His faithful presence.

Whether you're raising toddlers, school-aged children, or grandchildren, this conversation will encourage you to be proactive, informed, and anchored in biblical truth as you nurture and protect the next generation.

In this episode you'll learn:

• Why early, age-appropriate safety conversations matter
• Practical ways to teach children healthy boundaries
• Warning signs every parent should know
• How to create open communication so children feel safe coming to you
• Biblical encouragement for parenting with wisdom instead of fear

This is a conversation every parent, grandparent, caregiver, and children's ministry leader should hear. Join us as we seek to raise children who know they are deeply loved, wonderfully made, and protected by the God who is always for them.

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In this heartfelt episode of the Welcome Home by Gina Podcast, I have the joy of welcoming Kate Battistelli- bestselling author, speaker, ministry leader, and the mother of Grammy Award-winning Christian artist Francesca Battistelli.

Together, we explore Kate's encouraging book, Growing Great Kids, and discuss what it really means to raise children with intention, faith, and grace. From cultivating strong family relationships to creating a Christ-centered home, Kate shares timeless wisdom and practical encouragement for parents in every season of raising children.

We also dive into the often-overlooked transition of the empty nest as we discuss her book, The After Party of the Empty Nest, and its companion devotional. With honesty, warmth, and biblical insight, Kate offers hope to parents navigating this new chapter, reminding us that while one season may come to an end, God is always preparing us for the next.

Whether you're in the midst of busy years with little ones, parenting teens, or adjusting to life after your children have left home, this conversation will encourage you to trust God's plan for your family and embrace every season with confidence and joy.

I pray this conversation reminds you that our homes are one of the greatest places where faith is nurtured, relationships are strengthened, and God's love is lived out every day.

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In this inspiring episode of the Welcome Home by Gina podcast, I'm joined by author, speaker, and Treehouse Storyteller founder Hannah Pierrou for a thoughtful conversation about helping our children build a biblical worldview from an early age.

Together, we dive into Hannah's beautiful new children's book about the rainbow and rediscover the true meaning behind one of God's most recognizable promises. In a culture where symbols often take on new meanings, Hannah shares why it's so important for Christian families to teach children that the rainbow is first and foremost a reminder of God's covenant, His faithfulness, and the hope we have in Him.

We also talk about Hannah's engaging podcast, Upright Christian Parenting, where she equips parents to disciple their children with confidence and intentionality. Our conversation explores the joys and challenges of raising children who know and love God's Word, as well as practical ways parents can weave biblical truth into everyday family life.

Hannah also shares about her book Creation Without a Bang, discussing how families can confidently approach questions about creation, science, and faith from a biblical perspective. Whether you're navigating tough conversations with curious kids or simply looking for resources to strengthen your family's faith, Hannah offers thoughtful encouragement and practical wisdom rooted in Scripture.

If you're a parent, grandparent, homeschool family, children's ministry leader, or anyone with a heart for passing on a legacy of faith to the next generation, this episode will encourage you to stand firm in God's truth while pointing children to His unchanging promises.

Grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and join us for a conversation filled with biblical encouragement, practical parenting insights, and the hope found in God's everlasting covenant.

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July is a beautiful reminder that freedom is worth celebrating—but it's also worth remembering. In this special episode of the Welcome Home by Gina podcast, we're exploring what it truly means to live in freedom, from the sacrifices that have secured our nation's liberties to the eternal freedom we've been given through Christ. Together we'll reflect on cultivating gratitude in our homes, passing on a love for faith and country to our children, and embracing the joy of community and fellowship during the summer season. I'll also share simple homemaking inspiration with fresh summer centerpiece ideas, practical ways to gather loved ones around the table, and why true rest is one of the sweetest fruits of the freedom we have in Christ. Whether you're preparing for a Fourth of July celebration or simply longing to create a home filled with peace, purpose, and hospitality, I hope this conversation encourages you to slow down, give thanks, and celebrate the many blessings God has so generously given us.

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How do we raise children who not only know the truth but carry their faith confidently into the future? In this encouraging episode, I'm joined by author Cheryl Schuermann to discuss her insightful book, Raising Kids for Tomorrow's World: 12 Keys to Preserving the Faith. Together, we explore what it means to intentionally cultivate a strong spiritual foundation in our children and equip them to navigate an increasingly complex world without compromising their faith. Cheryl shares practical wisdom on preserving the faith from one generation to the next, creating a meaningful legacy that outlives us, and becoming the kind of parent, grandparent, or mentor our children genuinely want to imitate. We also discuss the importance of modeling authentic faith at home, nurturing character alongside conviction, and helping children develop a personal relationship with God that will sustain them throughout their lives. Whether you are parenting young children, guiding teenagers, or praying for future generations, this conversation offers biblical encouragement and actionable insights for raising children who love the Lord and stand firm in their beliefs. Join us as we explore practical ways to leave a lasting legacy of faith, model a life worth imitating, and intentionally disciple our children in an ever-changing culture. This encouraging conversation will equip parents and grandparents to invest in the hearts of the next generation with purpose and hope.

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