What If the Interruptions Are the Point? Finding Mercy in the Margin | Chelsey Dematteis (Bonus Episode)
Podcast: Minimalist Moms Podcast | Purposeful Life & Parenting TipsPublished On: Fri Aug 14 2026
Description: For those who are new here, I occasionally release bonus episodes designed for a specific part of my audience. I have listeners from all kinds of faith backgrounds, and this episode is shared from a Christian perspective. If that’s not quite what you’re looking for today, feel free to explore the other episodes released this week - or join me back here next Tuesday for a conversation you won’t want to miss!------------------Motherhood rarely goes according to plan - but what if the interruptions are where God meets us most? In this episode, Diane sits down with longtime friend, Christian writer, and mom of two, Chelsey DeMatteis, to discuss her new devotional, Mercy in the Margin. Together, they explore how the "margin" isn't necessarily extra time we create, but the space God has already given us within our ordinary days. Rather than striving for perfect routines or uninterrupted quiet time, Chelsey encourages moms to encounter Jesus in the unexpected moments, daily disruptions, and beautiful mess of motherhood.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Subscribe to the Minimalist Moms Youtube ChannelChelsey Resource: Makeup ClothChelsey Can't Stop Talking: Mr. Pen | Book: Know Him: A Year of Daily Bible Readings on the Character of GodConnect with ChelseyWebsiteInstagramPodcastBook: Mercy in the Margin: 52 Devotions to Encounter Jesus in the Mix-Ups, Mess-ups, and Marvelous Moments of MotherhoodAbout Chelsey |Chelsey is the voice behind the Living with Less Podcast and author of the 52-week devotional More of Him, Less of Me: Living a Christ-centered Life in a Me-centered World. She writes devotions for Lifeway Women's Journey Magazine, Crosswalk.com, and iBelieve.com. She also writes Bible reading plans for the YouVersion Bible App. Chelsey lives in Ohio with her husband and two children.Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Our Sponsors:* Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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