Faithly Podcast

Ever wondered what it truly means to embrace a calling while battling disillusionment? Join us as we sit down with Joshua Gordon, a lay pastor and editor at TheLeadPastor.com, who opens up about his extraordinary journey growing up in a family steeped in church leadership. Joshua shares candid reflections on the loneliness he observed in his father's pastoral role and his own struggles with burnou...

Corey Alderin's journey from a drifting college student to the innovative founder of Sermon Shots is nothing short of inspiring. Have you ever wondered how personal relationships and unexpected influences can guide you back to your faith and change your life? In this episode, we dive into Corey's fascinating transition from an architecture student at Iowa State University to a marketing profession...

Discover the awe-inspiring journey of Seth Bazacas, a pastor with a remarkable story that bridges faith, personal struggles, and community transformation. Seth shares how early life challenges, including familial instability and profound losses, shaped his understanding of God as a father and fueled his deep reliance on divine grace. With a past marked by miraculous experiences and ongoing prayers...

What happens when a college student's simple act of kindness blossoms into a journey of service and community building? Join us on this heartwarming episode as we explore the life and experiences of Taylor Doe, co-founder of Notebird and an avid Whataburger fan. Taylor shares his unique Valentine's Day tradition of delivering cards, chocolates, and roses to women working at fast food restaurants,...

Taylor Henry, a dedicated pastor for youth and children at the River Church in Liberty Township, Ohio, takes us through his remarkable journey from a devout Christian upbringing to finding his calling in youth ministry. Taylor opens up about the role of faith in overcoming mental health challenges during his teenage years and how a supportive youth group became his sanctuary. Learn how these exper...

What if the key to understanding God's justice and mercy lies in the balance between faith and financial management? Join us as we explore the profound journey of Dan Ehrman, director of church relations and strategy at Tyndall House Publishers, who shares his experiences growing up in a devout Christian family and the lessons learned from mission trips and church real estate development. These ea...

What shapes a young person's faith journey, and how does it evolve with life's transitions? Join us as we uncover the transformative path of Godfrey Moye, a dedicated youth minister whose lifelong commitment to faith began in the frosty landscapes of Alaska and continued through pivotal moments in Virginia and Los Angeles. Godfrey opens up about the critical decision at age 16 that redefined his s...

Brandon Swain, a pastor and elder at Renovation Church in North Syracuse, New York, shares his incredible journey of faith, resilience, and grace on Faithly Stories. Growing up in Akron, Ohio, Brandon's early encounters with Christianity through church activities laid a foundation that was tested during his teenage years, a time marked by rebellion and searching for deeper meaning. This episode pr...

How does a child's first encounter with faith shape their lifelong spiritual journey?" Join us on an uplifting episode of Faithly Stories, where our inspiring guest Virginia Brennan shares her profound journey from a pivotal moment at Vacation Bible School to embracing a lifetime of ministry. Discover how these early seeds of faith grew into a calling for vocational ministry, particularly in child...

What happens when intellectual skepticism meets a profound spiritual awakening? Join us as we journey through Darren's transformative faith story, one of the brilliant minds behind Salt and Light. Darren opens up about his upbringing in a religious family, only to face deep intellectual challenges that kept him from fully embracing Christianity. At 31, he confronted the big questions of life and l...

How does a journey from a Hindu upbringing lead to a profound embrace of Christianity through the unexpected avenue of technology? Join us for an insightful conversation with Amar as he shares his remarkable path from aspiring pediatrician to tech professional guided by faith. Amar recounts the influence of his mother's spiritual awakening and the pivotal moments that shifted his aspirations from...

What if you could transform your faith journey through mentorship and community? Join us for an inspiring episode as we sit down with Russell Rader, a committed church planter at Reunion Church in Union Square, who takes us through his incredible path of faith and discipleship. Russell's spiritual adventure began at the tender age of 12 when his family moved near a megachurch in Phoenix, Arizona....

Discover the transformative journey of Ebony Small, CEO of Transforming Leaders Consulting and a key figure at the River Church in Raleigh-Durham. Ever wondered how a life of faith can steer personal and professional growth? Ebony's story is a testament to the power of answering a divine call, starting from her early church days in Harlem to a pivotal moment of salvation at age 11. Despite years o...

What if a simple "yes" to a divine calling could transform your entire life? Join us as we engage in an inspiring conversation with Regan Donofrio, a dedicated pastor at Upper Room Christian World Center in Dix Hills, Long Island. Regan's journey is a testament to the profound impact of faith and the unexpected paths it can lead us down. From a young age, he felt the presence of the Holy Spirit, i...

What if God gifted you with a song in your dreams? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Chris Blue, a remarkable musician and church leader, whose journey of faith and music is intertwined with divine inspiration. Chris shares a profound experience where a song came to him in a dream, an event he describes as a spiritual download from heaven. Growing up as the youngest of seven in a devoutly...

What happens when a passionate pastor and a BTS fan from Boston finds God's love through the ups and downs of life? Join us as we sit down with Phyllis, who shares her profound journey of faith. From her spiritual awakening in ninth grade to her experiences with depression and the pressure of perfection, Phyllis opens up about the trials that shaped her understanding of God's presence. She provide...

What if a career in retail management could evolve into a fulfilling path of ministry and community leadership? Join us as we explore this transformative journey with Tom Herbert, National Field Director for Harvest Network and lead pastor at Freedom Community Church. Tom shares his inspiring story that begins with his Catholic upbringing and the profound family crisis that led him to develop a pe...

What if faith could be your guiding light through the darkest of times? Join us on Faithly Stories as we welcome Kevin Bugingo, who shares his journey from the chaos of the Rwandan genocide to a life dedicated to ministry. Kevin's story is one of resilience and transformation, highlighting how his childhood experiences amidst violence and his family's escape shaped his profound belief in the power...

Join us as we explore the inspiring life and impactful work of Mark Atkinson, associate minister at the Church of God of East New York and New York City area director for Care Portal. Uncover how Mark's personal journey through challenging neighborhoods in Brooklyn and Long Island shaped his understanding of racial identity and self-worth. He found solace in faith during his darkest times, leading...

Imagine attending an event for the first time and feeling an overwhelming sense of brotherhood, as if you'd known these people all your life. That's exactly what happened to our guest, Jim Brown, at a 30 for 30 event. In our latest episode of Faithly Stories Podcast, Jim takes us through his profound experiences and insights gained from his ministry work, where divine appointments play a pivotal r...

Discover the transformative power of faith and resilience as we welcome Bonny Andrews, the visionary founder of Campus Harvest, to our podcast. Bonny's journey from a challenging upbringing in India to becoming an inspiring force for students worldwide is nothing short of remarkable. Hear how his family's faith was ignited by the miraculous healing of his mother and how that pivotal moment steered...

Can a faith journey truly transform your life? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Justin Mattera, a pastor, father, and entrepreneur whose spiritual path took surprising turns from questioning his beliefs in his youth to embracing a profound commitment to his faith. Discover how a pivotal gap year in Ohio reignited Justin’s faith and led him to a life devoted to ministry in New York...

What happens when a pastor's son journeys far from faith only to find his way back through a powerful spiritual awakening? Adam Durso shares his remarkable story, offering an inspiring glimpse into his past of resistance, transformation, and ultimately, a renewed devotion to ministry. Through his narrative, we promise you'll gain insights into the significance of a personal relationship with God,...

What happens when faith meets technology? Join us as we explore this question with DK Hammonds, a digital theologian who bridges two seemingly disparate worlds. From feeling a call to ministry as a young child at Mercy Seed Baptist Church to embracing this calling much later in 2021, DK’s journey is a fascinating blend of persistence, faith, and innovation. Our conversation covers his experi...

How do you hold on to hope when faced with the relentless challenges of military life? Our special guest, Catherine Hauschild, shares her powerful story of faith and resilience as a military spouse navigating her husband's deployments to combat zones. Her journey through the trials of raising a family during separations, including the birth of a child while her husband was stationed in Afghanistan...