TKN Leadership Podcast

When Prayer Stops Leading, Leadership Starts Drifting.  Prayer must not be what we return to in crisis but the very ground we never leave. Listen to the full podcast conversation with Rev. Matthew Thompson for a needed recalibration for those of us still called to shepherd in this generation.

Shaping a healthy church culture is a long, patient journey—one that asks us to hold grace and truth together, to reward what matters most, and to build trust as we go. Listen to this episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast as Dr. Nicholas Pierce shares invaluable wisdom on how leaders can practically and prayerfully engage in culture change that honors God and strengthens His church.

Listen to this episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast as Rev. Dr. Tisha Dixon-Williams shares her own journey of leading with emotional intelligence and authenticity.

Is your church still building—or just maintaining?In this episode, Pastor Mark Batterson joins us to talk about reigniting vision, leading through change, and what it really means to build in today’s ministry landscape.Subscribe, share, and let’s lead forward—together.#MarkBatterson #ChurchLeadership #TKNLeadership

Bishop Charley Hames joins the TKN Leadership Podcast to share insights from his journey leading leaders across the CME Church. He unpacks six pillars of leadership from his upcoming book Leveraged Leadership: Unlocking the Power of Influence, Impact, and AI — and challenges church leaders to grow with the times, not run from them.

In this episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, Rev. Dr. Nicole Martin—COO of Christianity Today and author of Nailing It: Why Successful Leadership Demands Surrender and Suffering—joins Dr. Daryl Williams for a deep, unfiltered conversation about leadership, calling, and the cost of following Christ. Together, they explore the pitfalls of triumphalism in modern ministry, the role of power in leadership, and how to discern God's call in seasons of transition. Whether you're leading in church, business, or life, this episode offers timely wisdom and a refreshing reminder: resurrection follows the cross.

In this episode of The Kingdom Network Podcast, Rev. Dr. Matthew L. Watley breaks down what it takes to build a healthy church culture—rooted in integrity, clarity, accountability, and care. Plus, get a glimpse of what’s ahead at this year’s TKN Leadership Summit.

Join us for an insightful episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, where our Chief of Staff, Dr. Sundra Mann, leads a powerful discussion in our new Roundtable series. Renowned for her strategic acumen and compassionate leadership, Dr. Mann brings invaluable insights to this enlightening session. In this episode titled "Setting a Sustainable Pace," Dr. Sundra Mann explores the critical importance of maintaining a sustainable pace in leadership. She shares practical strategies and actionable steps to help leaders avoid burnout while maintaining high levels of productivity and effectiveness. Tune in to gain essential wisdom from Dr. Mann's extensive experience in fostering balanced and resilient leadership. Whether you're seeking to refine your time management skills, enhance your well-being, or lead your team more sustainably, this episode provides a wealth of knowledge and practical advice. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of today's most influential leadership experts. Listen now and start setting a sustainable pace to elevate your leadership journey! To learn more about our podcast and access additional resources, visit www.tknleadership.com.

Join us for an insightful episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, where our host, Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams, takes center stage to lead our new Roundtable series. Known for his profound wisdom and transformative leadership, Rev. Dr. Williams brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this engaging session. In this episode titled "Making SMART Goals," Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams delves into the art of setting Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound goals. He shares practical strategies and actionable steps to help you create and achieve goals that drive real impact in your leadership journey. Tune in to uncover valuable lessons from Rev. Dr. Williams' extensive experience in empowering leaders to reach their highest potential. Whether you're looking to refine your goal-setting techniques, enhance your leadership skills, or inspire your team to achieve more, this episode provides a treasure trove of insights and practical advice. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of today's most respected leadership mentors. Listen now and start making SMART goals to elevate your leadership journey! To learn more about our podcast and access additional resources, visit www.tknleadership.com. Watch the full episode with Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams here.

Join us for a thought-provoking episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, where our host, Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams, engages in a powerful discussion with Lisa Fields, the dynamic founder of the Jude 3 Project. Renowned for her bold approach to faith and leadership, Lisa Fields has emerged as a pivotal voice in contemporary Christian apologetics. In this episode titled "An Unapologetic Faith, an Unapologetic Leader," Lisa Fields shares her journey of unapologetically standing firm in her faith while leading with conviction and clarity. You'll learn about her innovative strategies for engaging diverse audiences, her efforts to address pressing theological questions, and her commitment to empowering others to defend their beliefs confidently. Tune in to discover practical wisdom from Lisa Fields' experiences as she navigates the challenges and triumphs of leading in today's complex religious landscape. Whether you're looking to deepen your faith, enhance your leadership skills, or inspire others to stand boldly in their beliefs, this episode offers invaluable insights and encouragement. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of today's most influential faith leaders. Listen now and embrace your own unapologetic faith and leadership! To learn more about our podcast and access additional resources, visit [www.tknleadership.com](www.tknleadership.com).

Join us for a thought-provoking episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, where our host, Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams, engages in a powerful discussion with Lisa Fields, the dynamic founder of the Jude 3 Project. Renowned for her bold approach to faith and leadership, Lisa Fields has emerged as a pivotal voice in contemporary Christian apologetics. In this episode titled "An Unapologetic Faith, an Unapologetic Leader," Lisa Fields shares her journey of unapologetically standing firm in her faith while leading with conviction and clarity. You'll learn about her innovative strategies for engaging diverse audiences, her efforts to address pressing theological questions, and her commitment to empowering others to defend their beliefs confidently. Tune in to discover practical wisdom from Lisa Fields' experiences as she navigates the challenges and triumphs of leading in today's complex religious landscape. Whether you're looking to deepen your faith, enhance your leadership skills, or inspire others to stand boldly in their beliefs, this episode offers invaluable insights and encouragement. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of today's most influential faith leaders. Listen now and embrace your own unapologetic faith and leadership! To learn more about our podcast and access additional resources, visit [www.tknleadership.com](www.tknleadership.com).

Join us for an inspiring episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, where our host, Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams, engages in a profound conversation with the distinguished Rev. Dr. William Watley. As the Senior Pastor of St. Philip AME Church, Dr. Watley has dedicated his life to developing a legacy of impactful leadership and transformative ministry. In this episode titled "Developing A Legacy of Leadership," Dr. Watley shares his remarkable journey and the foundational principles that have guided his leadership over the years. From nurturing emerging leaders within the church to implementing innovative community programs, you'll uncover the pivotal strategies that have driven St. Philip AME Church's growth and enduring influence. Tune in to glean valuable lessons from Dr. Watley's extensive experience in building a lasting legacy of leadership. Whether you're aiming to cultivate future leaders, foster a thriving congregation, or enhance your own leadership capabilities, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration. Don't miss this chance to learn from one of today's most respected church leaders. Listen now and start building your own legacy of leadership! To learn more about our podcast and access additional resources, visit www.tknleadership.com.

Join us for an inspiring episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, where our host, Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams, engages in a profound conversation with the distinguished Rev. Dr. William Watley. As the Senior Pastor of St. Philip AME Church, Dr. Watley has dedicated his life to developing a legacy of impactful leadership and transformative ministry. In this episode titled "Developing A Legacy of Leadership," Dr. Watley shares his remarkable journey and the foundational principles that have guided his leadership over the years. From nurturing emerging leaders within the church to implementing innovative community programs, you'll uncover the pivotal strategies that have driven St. Philip AME Church's growth and enduring influence. Tune in to glean valuable lessons from Dr. Watley's extensive experience in building a lasting legacy of leadership. Whether you're aiming to cultivate future leaders, foster a thriving congregation, or enhance your own leadership capabilities, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration. Don't miss this chance to learn from one of today's most respected church leaders. Listen now and start building your own legacy of leadership! To learn more about our podcast and access additional resources, visit www.tknleadership.com.

Join us for an insightful new episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, where our host, Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams, sits down with the accomplished Justin Giboney, Esq. As the President and Co-Founder of the AND Campaign, Justin Giboney has been recognized for his impactful leadership at the intersection of faith and politics. In this episode, Justin Giboney shares his inspiring leadership journey and the strategies that have propelled the AND Campaign to national prominence. From advocating for social justice to bridging the gap between cultural and political divides, you'll discover the key elements that have fueled the organization's remarkable influence and effectiveness. Tune in to gain valuable insights from one of today’s most dynamic leaders. Whether you want to enhance your leadership skills, engage more effectively with your community, or navigate the complexities of faith and politics, this episode offers practical wisdom and inspiration. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Justin Giboney's experiences and apply his proven strategies to your own leadership journey. Listen now and take your leadership to new heights! To learn more about our podcast and access additional resources, visit ⁠www.tknleadership.com⁠.

Join us for an insightful new episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, where our host, Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams, sits down with the accomplished Justin Giboney, Esq. As the President and Co-Founder of the AND Campaign, Justin Giboney has been recognized for his impactful leadership at the intersection of faith and politics. In this episode, Justin Giboney shares his inspiring leadership journey and the strategies that have propelled the AND Campaign to national prominence. From advocating for social justice to bridging the gap between cultural and political divides, you'll discover the key elements that have fueled the organization's remarkable influence and effectiveness. Tune in to gain valuable insights from one of today’s most dynamic leaders. Whether you want to enhance your leadership skills, engage more effectively with your community, or navigate the complexities of faith and politics, this episode offers practical wisdom and inspiration. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Justin Giboney's experiences and apply his proven strategies to your own leadership journey. Listen now and take your leadership to new heights! To learn more about our podcast and access additional resources, visit ⁠www.tknleadership.com⁠.

Join us for an insightful new episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, where our host, Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams, sits down with the distinguished Dr. Herman J. Felton Jr. As the President of Wiley College in Marshall, Texas, Dr. Felton has been celebrated for his exceptional leadership and innovative approaches in higher education. In this episode, Dr. Felton shares his inspiring leadership journey and the strategies that have revitalized Wiley College. From implementing cutting-edge educational programs to fostering a culture of excellence and inclusivity, you'll discover the key elements that have driven the institution's remarkable progress and success. Tune in to gain valuable insights from one of today’s most influential leaders in education. Whether you want to enhance your leadership skills, drive institutional growth, or engage more effectively with your community, this episode offers practical wisdom and inspiration. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Dr. Herman J. Felton Jr.'s experiences and apply his proven strategies to your own leadership journey. Listen now and take your leadership to new heights! To learn more about our podcast and access additional resources, visit ⁠www.tknleadership.com⁠.

Join us for an insightful new episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, where our host, Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams, sits down with the distinguished Dr. Herman J. Felton Jr. As the President of Wiley College in Marshall, Texas, Dr. Felton has been celebrated for his exceptional leadership and innovative approaches in higher education. In this episode, Dr. Felton shares his inspiring leadership journey and the strategies that have revitalized Wiley College. From implementing cutting-edge educational programs to fostering a culture of excellence and inclusivity, you'll discover the key elements that have driven the institution's remarkable progress and success. Tune in to gain valuable insights from one of today’s most influential leaders in education. Whether you want to enhance your leadership skills, drive institutional growth, or engage more effectively with your community, this episode offers practical wisdom and inspiration. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Dr. Herman J. Felton Jr.'s experiences and apply his proven strategies to your own leadership journey. Listen now and take your leadership to new heights! To learn more about our podcast and access additional resources, visit ⁠www.tknleadership.com⁠.

Join us for an insightful new episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, where our host, Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams, sits down with the esteemed Bishop Charley Hames. As the Senior Pastor of Beebe Memorial Cathedral in Oakland, California, Bishop Hames has earned widespread recognition for his visionary leadership and transformative ministry. In this episode, Bishop Hames shares his inspiring leadership journey and the strategies that have propelled Beebe Memorial Cathedral to new heights. From pioneering community outreach initiatives to fostering a strong and inclusive church family, you'll discover the key elements that contributed to the remarkable growth and impact of his ministry. Tune in to gain valuable insights from one of today’s most dynamic church leaders. Whether you want to grow your congregation, engage more effectively with your community, or enhance your leadership skills, this episode offers practical wisdom and inspiration. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Bishop Charley Hames' experiences and apply his proven strategies to your own ministry. Listen now and take your leadership to new heights! To learn more about our podcast and access additional resources, visit ⁠www.tknleadership.com⁠.

Join us for an insightful new episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, where our host, Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams, sits down with the esteemed Bishop Charley Hames. As the Senior Pastor of Beebe Memorial Cathedral in Oakland, California, Bishop Hames has earned widespread recognition for his visionary leadership and transformative ministry. In this episode, Bishop Hames shares his inspiring leadership journey and the strategies that have propelled Beebe Memorial Cathedral to new heights. From pioneering community outreach initiatives to fostering a strong and inclusive church family, you'll discover the key elements that contributed to the remarkable growth and impact of his ministry. Tune in to gain valuable insights from one of today’s most dynamic church leaders. Whether you want to grow your congregation, engage more effectively with your community, or enhance your leadership skills, this episode offers practical wisdom and inspiration. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Bishop Charley Hames' experiences and apply his proven strategies to your own ministry. Listen now and take your leadership to new heights! To learn more about our podcast and access additional resources, visit ⁠www.tknleadership.com⁠.

Join us for an enlightening episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, hosted by Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams, as he engages in a compelling conversation with Keith Battle, the renowned Senior Pastor of Zion Church. In this episode, Pastor Battle delves into his profound leadership journey and the innovative strategies that have significantly impacted Zion Church's growth and community engagement. Pastor Battle shares insights on effective church leadership, discussing the challenges and triumphs he encountered while expanding Zion Church into multiple campuses and a vibrant online presence. His unique approach to leadership and ministry has positioned Zion Church as a model of modern church growth and community outreach. Tune in to uncover the key elements that have driven Zion Church's remarkable success and learn how you can apply these strategies to enhance your own ministry. Whether you're looking to expand your congregation, deepen community ties, or develop your leadership skills, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and inspiration. Don't miss this chance to learn from one of today's most influential church leaders. Listen now and elevate your leadership to new heights! To learn more about our podcast and access additional resources, visit ⁠www.tknleadership.com⁠.

Join us for an insightful new episode of the TKN Leadership Podcast, where our host, Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams, sits down with the podcast's founder, Pastor Matthew L. Watley. As the Senior Pastor of Kingdom Fellowship AME Church in Calverton, Maryland, Pastor Watley has garnered national acclaim for his transformative leadership. In this episode, Pastor Watley shares his inspiring leadership journey and the strategies that propelled Kingdom Fellowship to be named the "Fastest Growing Church in America" by Outreach Magazine in 2023. From innovative outreach initiatives to building a strong community, you'll discover the key elements that contributed to this remarkable achievement. Tune in to gain valuable insights from one of today’s most dynamic church leaders. Whether you want to grow your congregation, engage more effectively with your community, or enhance your leadership skills, this episode offers practical wisdom and inspiration. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Pastor Matthew L. Watley's experiences and apply his proven strategies to your own ministry. Listen now and take your leadership to new heights! To learn more about our podcast and access additional resources, visit www.tknleadership.com.

Welcome to the TKN Leadership Podcast, your premier resource for empowering church leaders to grow their congregations and ministries. Founded by Pastor Matthew L. Watley, the esteemed Senior Pastor of Kingdom Fellowship AME Church in Calverton, Maryland, our podcast is dedicated to the enrichment of ministers, pastors, church administrators, ministry leaders, and anyone involved in church leadership. Hosted by the insightful Rev. Dr. Daryl Williams, each episode delves into essential strategies, innovative ideas, and practical advice to help you navigate the complexities of church leadership. Whether you're seeking to enhance your ministry’s outreach, build stronger community connections, or foster spiritual growth within your congregation, the TKN Leadership Podcast provides the tools and inspiration you need to succeed. Join us as we explore topics that matter most to church leaders today, featuring expert insights, engaging discussions, and actionable takeaways. Subscribe now and become part of a growing community of leaders committed to making a meaningful impact in their churches and beyond. Discover how the TKN Leadership Podcast can help you transform your ministry and lead with confidence and clarity. Tune in and embark on a journey of growth and excellence in church leadership. Ready to take your church leadership to the next level? Listen to the latest episodes of the TKN Leadership Podcast today! https://tknleadership.com/