Telicia Maxwell on the power of vulnerability.

Telicia Maxwell on the power of vulnerability.

From MercyCast by Let My People Go

March 25, 2026 · 41 min · Episode 152

About this episode

Telicia Maxwell discusses the importance of vulnerability and genuine presence in serving others, particularly in the context of homelessness.

When the world goes quiet at night, most of us feel safe. But for many women and children, that’s when the hardest questions begin: Where will I sleep? Who will protect me? Will tomorrow be any different? In this episode, I sit down with Telicia Maxwell, director of My Sister’s House at Atlanta Mission—and her perspective will challenge the way you think about service, faith, and people. This conversation isn’t just about homelessness. It’s about what it means to truly see someone. Telicia shares how real transformation doesn’t begin with programs or quick fixes—it begins with presence. With trust. When choosing to show up in someone’s life, not as a solution, but as a person. Because often, the moments that change everything aren’t big at all: It’s remembering a name. It’s offering a small act of kindness. It’s simply sitting with someone long enough for them to feel safe. Key Takeaways: People don’t need to be fixed—they need to be seen. Trust is built through consistent, genuine presence. Healing often starts with small, human moments. Vulnerability creates connection—not weakness. Community is essential—we were never meant to do life alone. So here’s the challenge: Don’t just…

People in this episode

Host: Let My People Go

Guest: Telicia Maxwell

Topics covered

  • vulnerability
  • homelessness
  • community
  • trust
  • transformation

Keywords

  • vulnerability
  • trust
  • community
  • homelessness
  • transformation
  • presence
  • kindness

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: My Sister’s House, Atlanta Mission

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