Dr. Linda Willis is a woman of power, purpose and passion.
Dr. Linda and her husband, Bishop Kevin B. Willis Sr., are the Founders and Senior Pastors of New Life of Memphis in Memphis, Tennessee. Through powerful teaching, preaching, and worship, Dr. Linda and Bishop Willis are a power couple committed to ministry that glorifies God and transforms the lives of His people.
Dr. Linda is the founder of Linda Willis Empowers, an empowerment and motivational speaking agency that exists to help individuals and corporate groups reach their highest potential through informative, interactive, and impactful workshops, seminars, and keynote presentations.
Dr. Linda Willis obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree from LeMoyne-Owen College and a Master of Science Degree in Counseling from the University of Memphis. She also earned her Doctorate of Ministry Degree from Memphis Theological Seminary, where she now serves as an Adjunct Professor in Pastoral Care and Counseling.
Dr. Linda is a much sought-after preacher, teacher, and counselor. Moreover, her gifts have made room for her, allowing her to minister on national platforms, for women's conferences, in revivals, and in the marketplace for corporate clients.
Dr. Linda is an author and has written and published two books entitled "Sisterfriends-Words of Encouragement and Empowerment (from One Sister to Another)" and "Pregnant with Potential." Dr. Linda has also had her sermon work featured in "The African American Pulpit Journal."
Dr. Linda is recognized as a role model for women and has used various formats such as social media, radio, and newspapers to be a voice of empowerment.
Dr. Linda Willis is the mother of two adult children Kelli and Kevin, Jr. and the grandmother of Harper Nicole (her Sugar).
Dr. Linda's source of motivation and strength is found in Matthew 19:26, wherein it says "with God, all things are possible."
SPEAKERS
Rev. Marissa Farrow
Dr. Rhonda Pettigrow
Pastor Shun Strickland
Dr. Chandra Williams
PSALMIST
Kathy Taylor
Shabreona Hickman
SCHEDULE
FRIDAY
Opening Prayer
Prophetess Alisa Gibson
Praise & Worship
Greetings & Connection
Dr. Linda Willis, Conference Host
Session 1
Pastor Shun Strickland
Break
Session 2
Dr. Rhonda Pettigrew
Session 3
Dr. Linda Willis, Conference Host
Lunch
Conversations with Linda
Live Your Dream
Dr. Linda’s Favorite Things
I Am Woman Scholarships
Closing Remarks
SATURDAY
Opening Prayer
Prophetess Alisa Gibson
Praise & Worship
Greetings & Connection
Dr. Linda Willis, Conference Host
Ministry in Song
Kathy Taylor
The Message
Rev. Marissa Farrow
Invitation
Closing Remarks | Benediction
SUNDAY
Opening Prayer & Scripture
Pastor Sherri Brooks
Praise & Worship
Greetings & Connection
Dr. Linda Willis, Conference Host
Ministry in Song
Shabreona Hickman
The Message
Dr. Chandra Williams
Offering
Invitation
Closing Remarks | Benediction