MFP 269: Headship - Navigating the Beautiful Chaos of Marriage
Messy Family Podcast : Catholic Conversations on Marriage and Family
Mike and Alicia Hernon : Catholic Marriage Parent and Family
4.9 • 841 Ratings
🗓️ 15 January 2024
⏱️ 43 minutes
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Summary
Join Mike and Alicia Hernon on another insightful episode of The Messy Family Podcast, where they fearlessly delve into the timeless and relevant topic of headship in marriage in reference to the key passages in Ephesians 5.
In this episode, the Hernons share the behind-the-scenes of their podcast and video show on YouTube, inviting you to subscribe and become a valuable member of their growing community. They take you on a journey through recent family events, from unexpected hospital visits to the joyous arrival of their seventh grandchild, Declan John.
Amidst the chaos, the Hernons ask for your prayers for a family facing health challenges, emphasizing the power of community and support in navigating life's trials. They also share exciting updates about upcoming events, such as the Good News cruise with Father Mike Schmitz and the Catholic Couples Getaway with Chris and Natalie Stefanik. Stay tuned for announcements for Catholic Couples Getaway 2025!
As the episode unfolds, Mike and Alicia explore the concept of headship in marriage, addressing the age-old question: Do wives have to obey? Gain insights, reflections, and practical wisdom on this crucial aspect of family life. Whether you're a parent, spouse, or part of a messy family, this episode offers valuable perspectives on collaboration, obedience, and the beauty of shared roles in marriage.
Don't miss out on this engaging and thought-provoking discussion that aims to navigate the beautiful chaos of marriage, offering inspiration and support for every member of the messy family community.
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| 0:00.0 | Family, all in this together. |
| 0:08.1 | Family, we're taking a chance. |
| 0:10.8 | Family, like birds of a feather. |
| 0:13.3 | Family, get off my shoes and dance. |
| 0:15.4 | Hey, we are Mike and Alicia Hernin. |
| 0:17.4 | We have 10 kids and grandkids too, and we are here for every parent. Because we are on a mission to |
| 0:22.6 | empower moms and dads to embrace their sacred calling. So join the conversation. |
| 0:28.0 | Hello, messy families. Welcome to the neighborhood. It is a beautiful day in the neighborhood. |
| 0:37.1 | Yes. And what are you trying to get up on me here? No, I was just looking at myself in the camera and realizing I was like, underneath the microphone. All right. Well, so if you're watching us. I'm trying to be more like conscious of the video. Yeah, yeah. If you're not familiar, we are not only a podcast, but we also have it on YouTube. |
| 0:54.4 | So if you want to go check it out at YouTube, a messy family project, you can find it there. |
| 1:00.0 | I like the fact that we're on YouTube. |
| 1:02.1 | I like the video, but it is kind of annoying because then I actually have to like care what |
| 1:06.9 | I wear. |
| 1:07.9 | Hey, you know what? |
| 1:08.9 | I'm pretty sure. |
| 1:10.7 | I'm pretty sure everyone's okay because you look beautiful all the time. |
| 1:14.9 | No problem there, hot mama. |
| 1:16.2 | Well, thank you. |
| 1:17.6 | You're so sweet. |
| 1:19.3 | Yeah, no. |
| 1:20.0 | But anyway, but yeah, so if you want to check that out on YouTube, this is great. |
| 1:22.5 | Yes. |
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