Updated: August 5, 2025
In this heartfelt conversation, Amanda sits down with Catholic foster mom and former youth minister Hannah Novy to explore what it really looks like to say “yes” to the call of fostering. Hannah shares the beautiful, messy, and grace-filled reality of foster parenting, especially as a young Catholic woman. From discerning the call, navigating the system, handling trauma, and building community, this episode brings encouragement and real-talk to anyone wondering if fostering could be part of their path. Whether you’ve always felt a nudge toward fostering or it’s a brand-new thought, this episode will challenge and inspire you to consider what love in action looks like.
Am I Called to Foster? A Candid Conversation with Hannah Novy
What does it look like to discern foster care as a young Catholic?
In this week’s WalletWin podcast, Amanda sits down with Hannah Novy for an honest, hope-filled conversation about foster parenting. As a young Catholic woman, Hannah has stepped into a space many feel unprepared for—and shares her journey with remarkable faith and clarity.
Whether you’re discerning the call to foster care yourself or simply want to better understand how Catholics are serving vulnerable children, this conversation will stretch your heart and deepen your understanding.
Inside the Episode:
- What initially drew Hannah toward fostering
- The moment she realized “yes” was possible, even before marriage
- How community, Church, and the Holy Spirit have played a role in her discernment
- Real talk about the fears, struggles, and small miracles of foster care
- The importance of surrendering your plans to God—even in housing and finances
- How Catholics can support foster families even if they’re not fostering themselves
“I kept asking: ‘Where are the Catholics in foster care?’ And then I realized, maybe I’m being asked to step in.” – Hannah Novy
Resources Mentioned:
- Connect with Hannah Novy on Instagram.
Final Thoughts
Discernment is rarely clear-cut, and this episode offers a moving example of how one faithful “yes” can change a life—and many others. If you’ve ever wondered whether foster care is part of your calling, or want to support others on this path, this conversation is for you.
