Faithly Podcast

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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Playing the Long Game - Pastor Justin Buzzard | Faithly Podcast

In this episode of the Faithly Podcast, Alicia Lee is joined by Pastor Justin Buzzard, Lead Pastor of Garden City Church in Silicon Valley and author of Date Your Wife and The Big Story, for an energizing discussion about what it means to stop playing small with your life.

Justin reflects on planting Garden City Church with just a few people and limited resources, noting the importance of staying faithful through both growth and difficult seasons, and why pastors and men especially need strong,

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Sept. 22, 2026

Playing the Long Game - Pastor Justin Buzzard | Faithly Podcast

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Sept. 15, 2026

When God's Word Becomes Personal - Melissa Paredes | Faithly Podcast

Today on the Faithly Podcast, Alicia Lee welcomes Melissa Paredes, Senior Director of Content Marketing at Wycliffe Bible Translators USA, for a meaningful conversation about Bible translation, motherhood, and the life-changing power of Scripture. Melissa shares how growing up as a Wycliffe missionary kid in the Philippines eventually led her into work telling the stories of what God is doing through Bible translation around the world. She explains why translation is ultimately about helping pe

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Sept. 8, 2026

Why Teenagers Are Your Church's Greatest Evangelists - Greg Stier | Faithly Podcast

In this week’s episode of the Faithly Podcast, Alicia Lee welcomes Greg Stier, Founder and Visionary of Dare 2 Share Ministries, for an inspiring conversation about evangelism and discipleship, uncovering why teenagers should be viewed not simply as the next generation of the Church, but as an essential part of the Church today. Greg shares how the Gospel radically transformed his violent inner-city family and ultimately shaped his own calling to preach and equip others to share their faith. Af

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Sept. 1, 2026

Is AI Really the Devil? - Pastor Keith Odom | Faithly Podcast

Today on the podcast, Alicia Lee and special co-host Rev. Elliot Johnson welcome Pastor Keith Odom, Director of Technology for the Church of God in Christ, Lead Pastor of The Place of Grace Church, and Founder and CEO of Axtegrity Consulting, for a pertinent conversation about AI and the future of technology in the Church. Keith shares how his lifelong interests in both ministry and technology eventually converged through a career that included work at the renowned MIT Media Lab and now allows

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Aug. 25, 2026

Learning to Work With God - Dr. Kimberly Nash Alexander | Faithly Podcast

Today on the Faithly Podcast, Alicia Lee and special co-host Rev. Elliot Johnson welcome Dr. Kimberly Nash Alexander, Founder of Deeper Roots SoulCare, spiritual director, ministry leader, and longtime pastor’s wife, for a thoughtful conversation about spiritual formation and learning to trust God through every season of life. Dr. Alexander reflects on the experiences that shaped her faith, from her early years in Catholic school to a career in speech-language pathology, where she first began d

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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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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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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

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.

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.

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.

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