Dr. Pat Akindude is an anointed leader, teacher, speaker, and intercessor. As president of Empowering Ministry and Lunch Date with Jesus, she leads a weekday prayer conference call with participants across the nation and internationally. She also leads the Intercessory Prayer Ministry at Lakewood Church. Additionally, she designs and customizes training curriculum for churches, government agencies, and non-profit organizations. Through her writings and audio recordings, as well as biblical and prayer training, many have been equipped and empowered with life skills for success. Based on God's leading, Dr. Pat started Lunch Date with Jesus in April 2011. She leads phone prayer conference calls Monday through Friday. Dr. Pat Akindude is renowned for her ability to identify root causes of challenges, providing skills to overcome them through prayer, counseling, and coaching.