Meet your new host, Scarlet Hiltibidal!

Meet your new host, Scarlet Hiltibidal!

From Pardon the Mess with Courtney DeFeo - Christian Motherhood, Biblical Parenting, Raising Christian Kids by Courtney DeFeo and Christian Parenting

May 28, 2026 · 40 min

About this episode

Courtney DeFeo introduces Scarlet Hiltibidal as the new host of Pardon the Mess, reflecting on her journey and the future of the podcast.

Well, it’s a bittersweet day for me. I am delighted to introduce you to your NEW HOST of Pardon the Mess, Scarlet Hiltibidal. This is my last episode as your host, and I am feeling all the emotions. I am grateful and sad and feeling so much peace. Thank you for letting me into your lives for a few years. I pray God encouraged you in your role as a Christian parent. A special thanks to Jill Jefferson, Steph Thurling, Jeannette Tapley and the entire team at Christian Parenting. I couldn’t have done it without you all. Today, you will get to know Scarlet and her family. She has a beautiful heart for the Lord and the imperfect journey of parenting. She is passionate about the gospel and has a new twist on the Thursday episodes. And great news - the Monday prayer episodes will be returning after the summer! Much love and gratitude, Courtney DeFeo 00:00 Introduction and Family Dynamics 03:03 Scarlet's Unique Childhood and Background 06:00 Transition to Writing and Parenting 08:57 The Journey to Becoming a Writer 11:55 Joining Christian Parenting and Future Plans 16:15 Navigating Parenting Challenges with Grace 21:13 Embracing Imperfection in Parenting 25:00 Finding Hope Amidst…

People in this episode

Host: Courtney DeFeo

Guest: Scarlet Hiltibidal

Topics covered

  • host transition
  • Christian parenting
  • introduction of new host
  • personal stories
  • navigating parenting challenges
  • embracing imperfection

Keywords

  • Christian parenting
  • new host
  • Scarlet Hiltibidal
  • Courtney DeFeo
  • parenting challenges
  • embracing imperfection
  • family dynamics

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Christian Parenting

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