In this episode of The Ministry Exchange, Dr. Alyn E. Waller returns to explore the sacred intersection of music and ministry—and why, for him, both have always been essential.

Raised in a parsonage where his mother played piano and family harmonies sounded like Sam Cooke and James Brown, Dr. Waller found his voice early and never stopped using it—for worship, for witness, and for the world. Now, as Senior Pastor of Philadelphia’s 15,000-member Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church and founder of Enon Music Group, he continues shaping the sound of the Black church.

This conversation explores:

• The spiritual sensitivity behind deciding when to sing or preach
• How sacred music connects generations and cultures
• Creating space for authentic, Christ-centered artistry through Enon Music Group
• Enon Music Group’s role in preserving Black sacred music traditions
• Supporting independent gospel artists beyond industry exploitation
• The story behind his latest project “I Still Believe” and its global reach
• Why everything in worship must prepare hearts for the Word

With passion, humor, and wisdom, Dr. Waller reminds us that ministry happens in every key—and sometimes the deepest sermons are sung, not spoken.

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