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Praise, Prayer & Protein
Hosted by Katie · EN
If you've ever wished for a mom friend who's been there, welcome to Praise, Prayer and Protein! I'm Katie Peterson, a mom of 7 who's weathered the sleepless nights, navigated teenage drama, launched a kid into university and managed the beautiful chaos in between.
Here you'll find faith filled encouragement, practical home and meal planning tips, and real life conversations to help you thrive - not just survive, through every season of motherhood!!!
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The Summer That Changed My Life | Why I Still Believe in Camp Ministry
2w ago00:13:46Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis week I’m sharing why summer camp has always held such a special place in my heart ❤️As a little girl, church camp was the highlight of my summer — swimming, crafts, chapel, camp songs, muddy obstacle courses, cabin laughs, and friendships I looked forward to all year long. What I didn’t realize then was that while I was busy having fun seeds of faith were being planted in my heart.Years later, after drifting far from those childhood lessons, God used camp ministry to completely change the direction of my life.And now, getting to come back years later and volunteer at Caton’s Island has felt so full circle for me.In this episode I’m sharing:✨ why camp mattered so much growing up✨ how those childhood seeds stayed rooted deep down✨ the summer that changed my faith forever✨ why volunteering at camp means so much to me now✨ and why I still believe camp ministry changes livesYou truly never know what seeds are being planted in a child’s life ❤️If camp ministry has ever touched your life in some way, I would LOVE to hear your story. Share this episode, tag me on social media, or send me a message! You can find me over on Facebook and Instagram at Kate’s Creative Kitchen.
Transcribe →Protein, Patience & Motherhood with Kayla Bishop
3w ago00:42:48Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis week on Praise, Prayer & Protein, I’m sitting down with my sweet friend Kayla Bishop to chat all about movement, motherhood, protein, hormones, and why so many moms are running on empty.We’re talking honestly about: ✨ trying to workout with little kids at home ✨ why I thought gyms were my only option ✨ my journey from YouTube workouts to Lean Summer ✨ why my pants kept getting tighter even though I was eating LESS ✨ cortisol, stress, under-eating, and mom rage ✨ how movement can actually support your mental health ✨ simple ways busy moms can start taking care of themselves againKayla also shares practical encouragement for moms who feel overwhelmed, exhausted, stuck in survival mode, or unsure where to even begin.And yes… we absolutely talk about cheese strings. 😂If you’ve ever skipped meals, survived on your kids’ leftovers, or felt frustrated that “healthy habits” weren’t working for your body anymore — this episode is for you.✨ Connect with Kayla: Kayla Bishop on Instagram✨ Join Lean Summer 2026✨ Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook
Transcribe →My Journey to Becoming a Mom of 7 (A Mother’s Day Episode)
May 700:33:27Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this special Mother’s Day episode, I’m sharing my personal journey to becoming a mom of seven 🤍From early marriage and unexpected pregnancy, to seasons of waiting, surrender, and trusting God with our family size this story is filled with real moments, challenges, and so much joy.I also share some of my labour experiences, the turning points along the way, and how our family grew to what it is today.Whether you’re in the thick of motherhood, waiting to become a mom, or reflecting on your own journey, I hope this episode encourages you and reminds you that your story matters.✨ There’s no right way to do motherhood — only your way.
Transcribe →Busy Mom Survival Mode: 10 Things Keeping Me Sane This April
Apr 2000:17:53Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailApril has been one of the busiest months we’ve had as a family and instead of trying to do it all, I’ve been leaning into a few simple things that are actually helping everything run smoother.In this episode, I’m sharing the 10 things saving my life right now—from meal planning and simple dinners, to visible calendars, supportive kids, and even scheduling in takeout 🙌If you’re in a busy season (or one is coming), this episode will help you simplify what matters and let go of what doesn’t.We’re talking real life, real rhythms, and what it actually looks like to manage a full house without losing your mind 🤍✨ Plus, I share about the biggest gift this month—a full home deep clean from Day Makers Cleaning—and why it made such a difference in this busy season.If this episode encouraged you, I’d love for you to: 🤍 Follow the podcast 🤍 Leave a quick review 🤍 Share it with a mom who’s in the thick of a busy seasonAnd come hang out with me over on Instagram and Facebook → @kates.creative.kitchen
Transcribe →When Sickness Hits Your House (and Everything Falls Apart)
Apr 1300:16:56Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailSickness in a house full of kids is… inevitable 🤍And if you’re anything like me, it used to bring on so much stress and anxiety — especially when plans had to be cancelled and everything felt out of control.In today’s episode, I’m sharing what happened in our home right before Easter break when the stomach bug made its way through our family one by one… and how differently I handled it this time.We’re talking about: • how I used to spiral when sickness hit • what shifted for me this past year • how we manage sickness in a big family • practical tips that actually make it easier (buckets, towels, simple meals + more) • and how to handle the disappointment when plans don’t go as expectedThis episode is real life, practical encouragement, and a reminder that you’re not doing anything wrong when sickness takes over your home.Sometimes the best thing we can do is slow down and take care of our people.
Transcribe →Easter with a Big Family: Traditions, Faith & What Matters Most
Mar 3000:12:29Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn today’s episode, I’m sharing what Easter looks like in our home as a big family 🤍From Palm Sunday to Easter Monday, I’m walking you through the traditions we’ve built over the years — how they’ve changed as our kids have grown, and how we try to keep the focus on what Easter is really about in the middle of all the fun and chaos.We talk about: • what Good Friday looked like when our kids were little • how we created meaningful moments at home • the shift to attending church together as a family • our Easter brunch tradition (and all the food 🥐) • and the simple ways we keep pointing our kids back to JesusThis episode is a mix of real life, family rhythms, and faith — and my prayer is that it encourages you to create meaningful moments in your own home this Easter season.✝️ Resources Mentioned• The Jesus Storybook Bible — a beautiful way to share the story of Jesus with kids • The Action Bible — a more visual, engaging Bible for older kids • The Miracle Maker — a kid-friendly movie that tells the story of Jesus🤍 Final NoteMore than anything, I hope this week you take time to pause and reflect on what Jesus did for us.You are so deeply loved.If this episode encouraged you, don’t forget to follow the podcast, share it with a friend, and leave a review 🤍
Transcribe →FaceTime Calls, Voice Notes & Lifelong Friendship
Mar 2300:31:21Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailToday I’m joined by one of my best friends, April, who is visiting from Nova Scotia. We’ve been friends since university, and our friendship has grown through long distance, raising kids, and doing life together through both the fun and hard seasons.We’re talking all about what friendship looks like in this stage of life — from voice notes and FaceTimes to praying each other through difficult moments.If you’ve ever wondered how to stay connected to friends in a busy season of motherhood, this episode will encourage you 🤍
Transcribe →Staying Connected in Marriage While Raising Kids
Mar 1600:16:52Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailLast week’s episode about mom rage sparked so many honest messages from moms who felt seen and encouraged — thank you to everyone who reached out and shared your stories. If you haven’t listened yet, I would encourage you to go back and give it a listen.This week we’re shifting the conversation to something that often gets overlooked in busy family life: our marriages.When you’re raising kids, managing schedules, and juggling all the responsibilities of family life, it’s easy for your relationship to slip into the background. But strong families are built on strong marriages.In this episode I’m sharing how Micah and I stay connected through different seasons of life — from when our kids were little and bedtime meant couch conversations, to now with older kids and busy schedules where sometimes connection looks like a Costco run together.I also talk about the Alpha Marriage Course, why investing in your marriage matters, the importance of having friends who pray for your relationship, and four simple habits that help marriages stay strong.Whether you’re newly married, raising little ones, or navigating the teenage years, this episode is a reminder that your marriage is worth protecting, investing in, and fighting for.4 things to do for your marriage this week1. Have fun together (laugh)2. Look in each others eyes3. Pray together4. Physical Touch. Adventure Challenge Date Book
Transcribe →When Mom Rage Shows Up
Mar 900:13:13Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailLast week on the podcast, my friend Crystal and I talked about something many moms experience but few talk about openly — mom anger.And then… I had a moment.After a full week of March break fun, exhaustion, noise, and overstimulation finally caught up with me. As we were packing up to leave our cottage, something inside of me snapped and I completely lost my temper with my family.The drive home was quiet — and my mind was loud with shame, guilt, and the feeling that maybe I had no right encouraging other moms when I still struggle too.But the Lord reminded me of something powerful I had done months earlier — burning a picture my kids once coloured of me as an angry, chained-up minion.That picture represented a lie about my identity.Yes, I have moments of anger. Yes, I still mess up. But that is not who I am.In this episode I’m sharing the full story — the moment at the cottage, the shame spiral that followed, and why repentance, humility, and grace matter so much in motherhood.If you've ever felt like your worst parenting moment defines you, this conversation is for you.You are not alone.And one hard moment does not make you a bad mom.InstagramFacebook
Transcribe →Snow Days, Small Groups & Surviving Motherhood
Mar 200:51:44Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode, I’m sitting down with one of my bestest friends, Crystal — a woman I met 13 years ago when we were both stay-at-home moms with little kids.With the “2016 trend” floating around social media, we started looking back at those early motherhood years — snow days, fancy hot chocolates, beach trips, small groups, and doing life side by side. And we realized something important:It wasn’t easier back then. We just weren’t doing it alone.We talk honestly about: 🤍 Finding and pursuing real friendships 🤍 Mom anger and breaking shame 🤍 Marriage in the middle of motherhood 🤍 The pressure to compete with other moms 🤍 Transitioning from toddlers to teenagers (and adulthood!)This conversation is for the mom in the trenches, the mom stepping into a new season, and the mom who sometimes wonders if the “good old days” are behind her.Spoiler alert: They’re not.The good old days are happening right now too.If this episode resonates with you, share it with the friend who survived snow days with you. And don’t forget to follow the podcast and leave a review — it truly helps more than you know. 🤍
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