EPISODE · Feb 4, 2026 · 28 MIN
Unfiltered Transformation: Suicide, Faith, and Music | Michal Maddix-Hayford Interview | GospelZone on Affinity Xtra
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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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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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