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Our Lead Pastor

Our Lead Pastor is Dr. Sanmi Tunde Emmanuel. He has been engaged in pastoral christian ministry for over 25 years, beginning from his time serving as a campus pastor during his undergraduate college years.

He is fully licensed as a christian minister by the International Church of the Foursquare Gospel. He is a dedicated teacher of God’s Word, who is committed to helping believers reconnect to their full heritage in Christ Jesus, by the power of the Holy Spirit.

He firmly believes that God’s House must be a house of prayer and a place of true worship in an atmosphere that is conducive for the manifestation of the power of the Holy Spirit.
He is a petroleum geologist by education and training. He holds a PhD degree in Geology from the Colorado School of Mines, a Master of Science degree in petroleum geology from the University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom and a Bachelor of Technology degree in Applied Geology from the Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria.

Before accepting God’s call to make Dallas home and serve Kingshill City Church as Lead Pastor, Dr. Tunde Emmanuel worked with multinational energy companies in Norway, Nigeria, UK and USA.
He is married to Dr. Ronke Emmanuel, a Neurosurgeon, and they’re blessed with Tolu, Tomi, Tobi, Temi and Tola.

Leadership

Church Council and Governance

We are a spirit-led Church. The Lead Pastor serves as the Spiritual and Administrative Head of the Church under Christ Jesus. However, we subscribe to a model of Church Leadership that empowers the local Church Council of selected Holy Spirit-filled men and women to deliberate on all corporate and financial matters and come to spirit-led agreements on behalf of the larger congregations.

Council members are chosen from among the congregation by the Pastorate. The Lead Pastor presides over every meeting of the Church Council who serve for a term of two years and can serve for a maximum of two consecutive terms, before they are required by our byelaws to be replaced by new Holy Spirit-filled members chosen from the larger congregation.

Revelation 5:9-10

kings & priests

“And they sang a new song, saying ‘You are worthy to take the scroll, And to open its seals; For You were slain, And have redeemed us to God by Your blood out of every tribe and tongue and people and nation.'”

This heavenly vision reveals the cosmic significance of Christ’s redemptive work. Through His blood, He has redeemed people from every corner of the earth—including you.

“And have made us kings and priests to our God; And we shall reign on the earth.”

This is your present reality. You are not waiting for heaven to receive your authority. Right now, in this present age, you are a king with dominion and a priest with intercession power. You reign on the earth with Christ’s backing and authority.

Your dual calling is to exercise authority in your circumstances and to intercede for others with the power of heaven supporting your prayers. This is not pride or presumption—it is your rightful place as a child of God.

Your Identity

Full purpose

You are more than what circumstances dictate. You are more than what the world tells you. You are Salt, Light, and Royalty in God’s kingdom.

You are Salt. Your presence preserves goodness and adds flavor to a flavorless world. Your life matters and makes a difference.

You are Light. Your life illuminates truth and guides others toward God’s kingdom. Don’t dim your light or hide your faith.

You are a City on a Hill. You cannot hide your true nature—and you shouldn’t. Your transformation is meant to be visible and inspiring.

You are a King and a Priest. You have authority over your circumstances and the ability to intercede with heaven’s power backing your prayers.

We invite you to discover His realms of glorious inheritance. Come and explore what it means to Live Sweeter, Shine Brighter, Rise Higher, and Reign Glorious to the glory of God. This is your identity. This is your calling.

Matthew 5:13-16

Salt & Light

“You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men.”

In biblical times, salt was incredibly precious. It preserved food, enhanced flavor, and was even used as currency. When Jesus declares you are the salt of the earth, He affirms that your life has intrinsic worth and preserving power.

“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.”

Your light is meant to be visible and transformative. You cannot hide your true nature as a believer—nor should you want to. Your good works should be evident to all, pointing people toward God’s glory.

“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”

This is your calling: to live in such a way that your faith is visible, your integrity is undeniable, and your impact points others toward the Kingdom of God.