Welcome to “In Goodfaith,” a podcast dedicated to exploring the powerful intersection of faith, justice, and purposeful living. In this introductory episode, hosts Maggie Smith and Stephanie Peddicord provide a glimpse into the heart of the podcast, their mission, and what listeners can anticipate from future episodes.
The podcast’s mission is clear—to build a vibrant community of active faith that contributes to stronger and more equitable communities. As Maggie eloquently states, the journey of transformation, both inside and out, is rooted in the goodness of the gospel (00:00:29).
Stephanie adds depth by inviting listeners to approach the podcast with curiosity, embracing questions that matter for personal and communal growth (00:00:53). Together, they aim to explore stories of transformation, young people’s empowerment, and how these elements can effect positive societal change.
Listeners will journey through “the 4 pathways” outlined by Maggie: experiencing Christ through action and community, walking together in faith, empowering youth, and envisioning a hopeful future (00:01:28). These pathways encourage living faith actively across generations.
Aligned with the teachings of Pope Francis, this podcast advocates for embodying faith in the present—shaping lives and the world in the now (00:02:14).
As “In Goodfaith” prepares for its official launch, Maggie and Stephanie invite listeners to share their stories, questions, and ideas, emphasizing community shaping future episodes. Subscribe and follow them on social media to join this transformative journey in good faith.
Stay tuned for upcoming episodes that promise engaging conversations and practical insights for living a life of faith with purpose and impact. Join Maggie, Stephanie, and the growing Goodfaith community as they navigate this path together.
Key Quotes:
- “At Good Faith, our mission is to build a vibrant community of faith in action, working to foster stronger communities and a more just and equitable world.”
- Timestamp: 00:00:29
- “We’re here to be curious and hold important questions with you.”
- Timestamp: 00:00:53
- “You’ll hear about what we call the 4 pathways, encountering Christ through service and community, walking alongside one another in faith, empowering young people as agents of change, and discerning a hopeful vision for the future.”
- Timestamp: 00:01:28
- “We’ll take our lead from pope Francis who once said, you are not the future, but the now of God.”
- Timestamp: 00:02:14
