Faithly Podcast

The Faithly Podcast invites you into conversations with faith-driven leaders about life, leadership, and the changing landscape of ministry. Each episode offers a look at the challenges and lessons learned in spiritual leadership—from personal growth and family rhythms to innovative practices and new resources shaping the Church today. Whether you're a pastor, volunteer, or simply someone called to serve, you'll find stories, insights, and practical takeaways to help you lead with clarity and conviction. Join us each week for thoughtful conversations that encourage, equip, and remind you that you’re not in this alone. Learn more at Faithly.co .

Faithly Podcast is a religion podcast hosted by Faithly.co, with 134 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #31

  Expanding Your Vision For Ministry - Elder John Cager | Faithly Podcast

  Aug 18, 202657 minS2

  This week, Alicia Lee and special co-host Rev. Elliot Johnson welcome Rev. John Edward Cager, Presiding Elder of the Midwest North District of the AME Church, for a candid conversation about pastoral leadership, church growth, and what becomes possible when churches move from a mindset of “I” to “we”. Rev. Cager reflects on initially resisting God’s call to ministry and the journey that eventually led him into more than three decades of service. Drawing from 25 years as a pastor and his current work mentoring and supporting pastors across his district, he explains why being called to ministry does not necessarily mean being called to the pastorate, and why success in ministry should never be measured by someone else’s platform. Whether serving three people or 3,000, he encourages Christian leaders to focus on the specific gifts, responsibilities, and assignment God has placed before them. Throughout their conversation, Alicia, Rev. EJ, and Rev. Cager explore the importance of authenticity and integrity in Christian leadership, as well as the vision and flexibility churches need to meet the challenges of a changing world. From finding creative approaches to church finances and embracing technology to better connect with congregations, to drawing on the gifts already present within the pews, Rev. Cager challenges pastors to think beyond traditional models of ministry. Ultimately, he makes the case for greater collaboration across churches and denominations, reminding leaders that when we move beyond competition and work together for Jesus Christ, we expand our capacity to build the Kingdom. Website: https://www.amec-midwestnorthdistrict.com/ 00:00 Introduction: The Unique Perspective of a Denominational Leader 02:02 The Calling: From Resistance to Surrender 05:52 The Role of a Presiding Elder: Coaching, Mentoring, and Discernment 15:08 Authenticity and Integrity: The Foundation of Kingdom Building 21:13 What Makes Churches Work: Vision, Flexibility, and Spiritual Discernment 22:19 The Financial Reality: Multiple Revenue Streams for Ministry 26:11 Cultural Traditions vs. Biblical Mandates: Letting Go to Grow 30:26 Creative Ministry Models: From Fish Fries to Healthcare Clinics 36:06 The First Step: Possibility Meetings and Unleashing Congregational Talent 42:15 Technology as the New Lifeline: Staying Connected in a Digital Age 48:46 From I to We: The Power of Collaboration and the Federal Security Grant Story Follow us on social media: Website: https://faithly.co/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefaithlyco/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faithly.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/faithly/ X: https://x.com/faithlyco

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  Episode #30

  From Producer to Pastor - Dr. Christopher Michael Jones | Faithly Podcast

  Aug 11, 202657 minS2

  In this week’s episode of the Faithly Podcast, Alicia Lee and special co-host Rev. Elliot Johnson welcome Dr. Christopher Michael Jones, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church of Hillside, professor, author, and multi-platinum music producer, for a powerful conversation about radical transformation and how the Church can engage culture without compromising the gospel. Dr. Jones shares the remarkable journey that took him from producing music for artists including Nas, The Notorious B.I.G., Shaquille O’Neal, and Mary J. Blige to answering an unexpected call to pastoral ministry. He recounts the radically disruptive encounter with Jesus that changed the direction of his life and led him into years of theological education and spiritual preparation. Reflecting on the mentors and institutions that shaped him, Dr. Jones explains why those who are serious about their calling must be willing to enter seasons of learning, formation, and even wilderness before stepping fully into their assignment. Throughout their discussion, Alicia, Rev. EJ and Dr. Jones explore the relationship between hip-hop culture and the Black Church, as well as the importance of carrying the gospel beyond the walls of a building, and the need to create safe spaces where hurting people can encounter truth expressed through love. Drawing from the disciples’ unexpected storm in Mark 6, Dr. Jones encourages Christian leaders to trust that Jesus remains present when ministry takes them somewhere they never anticipated. Website: http://www.drchristophermichaeljones.com/ 00:00 Introduction: Forever Hopeful for the Church 02:02 From Producer to Multi-Platinum Success 08:56 The Studio Visitation: When Jesus Showed Up at 12:01 AM 14:48 The Call to Prepare: Mentorship and the Wilderness Season 22:44 Educational Journey: Philosophy, Princeton, and Oxford 25:14 Pastor, Professor, Mentor: The Multiple Gifts of Calling 31:54 Hip-Hop as Pedagogy: Bridging Culture and Gospel 39:25 The Hip-Hop Museum and Microsoft Partnership 43:41 Reimagining Church: The Mark 6 Model of Ministry 49:19 Creating Safe Spaces: Love Over Condemnation 52:50 Final Word: Hope for Church Leaders in the Storm Follow us on social media: Website: https://faithly.co/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefaithlyco/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faithly.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/faithly/ X: https://x.com/faithlyco

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  Episode #29

  What No One Tells You About Empowering Women - Wanda Walborn | Faithly Podcast

  Aug 4, 202645 minS2

  This week on the Faithly Podcast, meet Dr. Wanda Walborn, Founder and Executive Director of Empower, as she sits down with Alicia Lee to discuss equipping women to understand their identity in Christ, recognise their spiritual gifts, and step confidently into God’s calling for their lives. At just 10 years old, Wanda sensed a call to ministry. She shares the many seasons of obedience that eventually led her to create Empower, a global certificate program offering women training in the Bible, theology, spiritual formation, mentoring, and communication. Wanda explains how the ministry began with a reluctant ‘yes’ during an already demanding season of her life, and how God expanded that act of obedience into a virtual program reaching women all around the world. Wanda goes on to explain why women can easily experience burnout when they serve wherever there is a need without first understanding how God has uniquely gifted them. Together, Alicia and Wanda explore spiritual warfare, mentorship, leadership, and the security that comes from knowing we are deeply loved by God. Wanda explains that lasting confidence is not built through encouragement alone, but through encountering the presence of God and receiving His love as a cherished daughter. Website: https://www.empowerww.org/ 00:00 Introduction: The Power of One Moment in His Presence 01:00 Wanda's Journey: From Childhood Faith to Ministry Calling 03:14 Early Ministry: A Starter Who Sees Gaps and Steps In 04:48 The Surprise of Spiritual Warfare in Ministry 06:57 The Birth of Empower: A Reluctant Yes That Changed Everything 10:21 Evolution of Empower: From In-Person to Global Virtual Ministry 14:24 Equipping Women with Confidence: Identity, Gifts, and Calling 17:33 Stories of Transformation: From Fear to Fearless Leadership 19:49 The Father's Love: What God is Doing with Women Worldwide 21:38 Why Wanda: Doing for Others What She Wished Someone Had Done for Her 24:06 The Hardest Part: Waiting on the Lord and Facilitating His Presence 26:00 How Empower Has Shaped Wanda: Learning to Wait and Trust God's Pace 28:43 Emerge and Collaboration: Mothers, Daughters, and Kingdom Partnerships 31:23 The Quintessential Career Woman: Obedience Over Ambition 33:01 Nothing is Wasted: How Every Season Prepares You for What's Next 34:22 The Future of Empower: Opening Doors for Brothers and Sisters Together 37:19 Equipping Women Worldwide: The Tagline That Captured God's Vision 38:18 Multi-Generational Teams: The Zeal of Youth and Wisdom of Age 41:31 Ask Me for the Nations: God's Promise 15 Years in the Making 44:09 Encouragement for Women: Trust Him, Prepare, and Step Into Your Calling Follow us on social media: Website: https://faithly.co/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefaithlyco/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faithly.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/faithly/ X: https://x.com/faithlyco

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  Episode #28

  The Two Callings Every Christian Needs to Understand - Jeremy Fulda | Faithly Podcast

  Jul 28, 202643 minS2

  In this week’s episode, Alicia Lee is joined by Jeremy Fulda, Director of Strategy and Operations for the Beeson Center and Director of Career and Calling at Asbury Theological Seminary, to discuss discerning God’s call and helping Christian leaders build sustainable lives of service. Jeremy reflects on the mentors who shaped his faith, the five years he spent serving as a missionary in Taiwan, and the lessons he learned about the difference between being qualified for ministry and being truly prepared for a particular environment. Drawing from his work with seminarians and ministry leaders, he explains why calling involves more than identifying your gifts. It also requires understanding the community, responsibilities, and conditions in which you can flourish. Jeremy also shares his experience of the 2023 Asbury Outpouring and the profound hunger for God he witnessed as people gathered from around the world to worship. Alicia and Jeremy go on to explore ministry burnout and the pressures pastors face when their work, worshipping community, relationships, and family life inevitably become deeply intertwined. Jeremy offers a grounding perspective on the difference between our primary calling—to abide in Christ—and the secondary roles through which we live out that calling, including ministry, career, marriage, and parenthood. By rooting our identity in Christ rather than in a particular title or position, we can remain secure when change alters the direction of our lives. Website: https://asburyseminary.edu/ 00:00 Introduction: The Cultural Adaptation of Pastoral Ministry 01:16 From Youth Ministry Impact to Missionary Calling 04:30 Seminary, Korea, and the Open Door to Missions 06:24 Five Years in Taiwan: Beauty, Isolation, and Formation 07:45 Credentialed vs. Prepared: The Environment Question 10:38 The Vision: Young Leaders Who Need Support 13:43 Returning to Asbury: A New Role and the Outpouring 16:30 The Sweetness of the Spirit: Inside the Asbury Revival 20:18 Serving Online and On-Campus Students: Different Needs 25:31 The Berkman Method: Uncovering Hidden Needs and Motivations 30:47 Primary and Secondary Callings: Who Am I Without My Job? 35:19 Second Career Ministry: Strengths, Challenges, and Co-Vocational Realities 37:06 Unrealistic Expectations: The CEO Demands on Small Church Pastors 39:33 Shared Mission: The Priesthood of Believers in Action 41:04 Final Encouragement: Step Into Your Calling Follow us on social media: Website: https://faithly.co/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefaithlyco/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faithly.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/faithly/ X: https://x.com/faithlyco

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  Episode #27

  Building a Global Movement One Local Church at a Time - Janice Allen | Faithly Podcast

  Jul 21, 202631 minS2

  Today on the Faithly Podcast, Alicia Lee sits down with Janice Rosser Allen, President and CEO of International Cooperating Ministries (ICM), to explore her journey into global ministry and ICM’s mission to place a healthy church within walking distance of everyone in the world. Janice shares how a childhood desire to serve through medical missions led her into oncology nursing before God brought her calling full circle through the ministry founded by her father, Dois Rosser. Following the loss of her husband and the departure of her youngest son for college, Janice entered an unexpected new season of leadership. She reflects on finding purpose at a personal crossroads and learning to recognize where God is already working so that she can faithfully join Him there. Together, Alicia and Janice discuss ICM’s cooperative approach to global missions, which equips indigenous Christian leaders with permanent church buildings and biblical discipleship resources in their own languages. Janice explains how technology, in combination with local partnerships and the faithfulness of often-unrecognized pastors, have helped establish more than 14,000 churches around the world, transforming entire communities for Jesus Christ. Website: https://www.icm.org/ 00:00 Introduction: Technology and the Next Generation in Global Ministry 01:29 From Healthcare Dreams to Ministry Calling 02:22 A Father's Retirement Pivot: The Birth of ICM 04:14 Sorrow and Calling: A Widow's Journey into Leadership 06:10 What is ICM? The Franchise Model for Global Church Planting 10:10 The Power of Cooperation: Why Indigenous Partnership Matters 12:50 Staying Focused: How ICM Enables Other Ministries 14:36 Technology Revolution: From Cassette Tapes to Solar-Powered Digital Libraries 18:01 Leading the Next Generation: Culture and Creativity in Ministry 19:36 Front Row Seat to the Global Church: Passion and Sacrifice 21:17 More Than Four Walls: Why Discipleship Matters 22:58 The Building Question: Why Physical Space Still Matters 24:52 Faithfulness Over Platform: Heroes You'll Never Hear About 28:03 Hope for the Future: The Kingdom is Accelerating 29:29 Get Involved: Free Resources and Partnership Opportunities Follow us on social media: Website: https://faithly.co/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefaithlyco/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faithly.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/faithly/ X: https://x.com/faithlyco

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