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The Faithly Podcast is your go-to podcast for inspiration and encouragement on your faith journey. Whether you’re a church leader, pastor, or volunteer, this series takes you behind the scenes of ministry work and everyday life, revealing the compelling stories of those who lead with unwavering faith. Join us as we explore the highs and lows, challenges, and moments of divine intervention that shape the lives of faith-driven leaders. Each episode offers heartfelt narratives that will uplift your spirit and reignite your passion for serving your community in the name of Jesus. Tune in to be inspired, and for more information, visit Faithly.co.
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Expanding Your Vision For Ministry - Elder John Cager | Faithly Podcast

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

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Expanding Your Vision For Ministry - Elder John Cager | Faithly Podcast
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Aug. 18, 2026

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

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
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From Producer to Pastor - Dr. Christopher Michael Jones | Faithly Podcast
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Aug. 15, 2026

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

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., Shaqu
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What No One Tells You About Empowering Women - Wanda Walborn | Faithly Podcast
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Aug. 4, 2026

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

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, th
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The Two Callings Every Christian Needs to Understand - Jeremy Fulda | Faithly Podcast
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July 28, 2026

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

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
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Building a Global Movement One Local Church at a Time - Janice Allen | Faithly Podcast
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July 21, 2026

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

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
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God Said New York - Corey Hise | Faithly Podcast
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July 14, 2026

God Said New York - Corey Hise | Faithly Podcast

This week, Alicia Lee is joined by Pastor Corey Hise, founding pastor of Hope Collective Church (HopeCo) in Manhattan’s West Village, for an honest and encouraging conversation about what it means to follow God one faithful step at a time. Corey reflects on the defining moments that shaped his journey—from growing up as a pastor’s son in Kentucky to sensing God’s call to ministry as a young teenager. He shares the remarkable story of how both he and his wife, Ashley, were independently led towa
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Overcoming the Loneliness of Pioneer Church Planting
July 14, 2026

Overcoming the Loneliness of Pioneer Church Planting

Pioneer church planting in a secularized urban environment often leads to deep professional and personal isolation for ministry leaders. By building strong mentorship networks, establishing a clear mission-driven core team, and grounding identity in…
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Gospel Hospitality: A Powerful Antidote to Loneliness in Ministry
July 7, 2026

Gospel Hospitality: A Powerful Antidote to Loneliness in Ministry

In our increasingly disconnected world, the profound isolation felt by many in ministry demands a response. Gospel hospitality, as championed by Pennie Morgan of Hephzibah House, offers a transformative way to cultivate deep community and combat the…
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About the Hosts

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Danny Yoo

CTO | Faithly

My name is Danny and I’m the CTO of Faithly. Before co-founding the company in 2022, I worked as a software engineer at a number of tech start-ups. Before that, I worked as a pastor at several churches in the greater New York area. I’m a graduate of Binghamton University, Westminster Theological Seminary, and App Academy.

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Alicia Lee

Hi and welcome to the Faithly Stories Podcast! I’m Alicia, Founder and CEO of Faithly. Before starting Faithly, I spent 18 years working at Goldman Sachs. I currently serve as an Elder at Lower Manhattan Community Church, which my family has called home for over a decade. I have a deep love for the local church and a passion for hearing and sharing the inspiring stories of those who faithfully serve the body of Christ.

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Adam Durso

Hi, I’m Adam Durso, Founder and President of the Leading Leaders Collective and Senior Advisor at Faithly. For over 25 years, I’ve had the joy of walking alongside leaders—creating safe spaces where they can be encouraged, equipped, and empowered. I currently serve as a Minister at the Christian Cultural Center and as a member of the Clergy Advisory Council to New York City’s Mayor. I’m happily married to my amazing wife Lucy, and together we have three beautiful children. I am dedicated to bridging Kingdom opportunities to people and resources, inspiring leaders and communities alike.