EPISODE · Jan 28, 2026 · 28 MIN
Gospel Zone with Howie Mackie 9
from AffinityXtra · host AffinityXtra
Unfiltered Transformation: Suicide, Faith, and Music | Michal Maddix-Hayford Interview | GospelZone on Affinity Xtra In this compelling episode of The GospelZone on Affinity Xtra, host Howie Mack sits down with the dynamic voice in music and ministry, Michal Maddix-Hayford. Michal shares her powerful story of transformation, detailing her personal journey through depression and even a suicide attempt while at university. She discusses how her life experiences shaped her ministry, giving her true compassion and understanding for young people. In this interview, Michal discusses: * Her UK birth with Jamaican and Ghanaian heritage and how this cultural blend shaped her identity. * The values instilled by her parents, Bishop Leroy and Cynthia Maddox, including prioritizing God first, then family, then education, and finally church. * Balancing life as a wife, mother, entrepreneur, and assistant pastor at Life International Christian Fellowship UK (Lee CF UK). * Her 2022 album, "Transformed," which tells her story of coming out of depression and suicide, driven by poetry and cries from her heart. * Her upcoming live recording event on Saturday, December 6th, featuring special guest Rev. Marcus Miller. * Her mission and mantra: "Making Jesus Famous," which she states is "more than a slogan". * The memorable travel destination she recommends: Cuba. Connect with Michal Maddix-Hayford: * Live Recording Tickets: Find the link on Eventbrite or in her social media bio. * Social Media: Search for MH Music or Michael Maddox-Hayford music on Linktree, Facebook, and Instagram. #gospelmusic #MichalMaddixHayford #AffinityXtra #MichalMaddixHayford #GospelMusic #ChristianTestimony #DepressionAwareness #SuicidePrevention #PastorKids #WorshipLeader #GospelZone #HowieMack #ChristianInterview #TransformedAlbum #MakingJesusFamous #BlackGospel #UKGospel #JamaicanGhanaian https://youtu.be/twq09pJuP5w
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Unfiltered Transformation: Suicide, Faith, and Music | Michal Maddix-Hayford Interview | GospelZone on Affinity Xtra In this compelling episode of The GospelZone on Affinity Xtra, host Howie Mack sits down with the dynamic voice in music and ministry, Michal Maddix-Hayford. Michal shares her powerful story of transformation, detailing her personal journey through depression and even a suicide attempt while at university. She discusses how her life experiences shaped her ministry, giving her true compassion and understanding for young people. In this interview, Michal discusses: * Her UK birth with Jamaican and Ghanaian heritage and how this cultural blend shaped her identity. * The values instilled by her parents, Bishop Leroy and Cynthia Maddox, including prioritizing God first, then family, then education, and finally church. * Balancing life as a wife, mother, entrepreneur, and assistant pastor at Life International Christian Fellowship UK (Lee CF UK). * Her 2022 album, "Transformed," which tells her story of coming out of depression and suicide, driven by poetry and cries from her heart. * Her upcoming live recording event on Saturday, December 6th, featuring special guest Rev. Marcus Miller. * Her mission and mantra: "Making Jesus Famous," which she states is "more than a slogan". * The memorable travel destination she recommends: Cuba. Connect with Michal Maddix-Hayford: * Live Recording Tickets: Find the link on Eventbrite or in her social media bio. * Social Media: Search for MH Music or Michael Maddox-Hayford music on Linktree, Facebook, and Instagram. #gospelmusic #MichalMaddixHayford #AffinityXtra #MichalMaddixHayford #GospelMusic #ChristianTestimony #DepressionAwareness #SuicidePrevention #PastorKids #WorshipLeader #GospelZone #HowieMack #ChristianInterview #TransformedAlbum #MakingJesusFamous #BlackGospel #UKGospel #JamaicanGhanaian https://youtu.be/twq09pJuP5w
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Gospel Zone with Howie Mackie 9
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