About D'VINE Connections
Minister Kim Smith Turner
A native New Yorker, Kim has resided in Atlanta, Georgia since 1982. Her professional journey found her retiring in 2005 from Emory University’s Goizeuta Business School as their Director of Human Resources, after 20 years of service. In 2005, God birthed D’Vine Connections International Consultancy Group, a ministry designed for those wanting to do business “God’s” way, co-founded with her forever prayer partner Linda McBurrows. They enjoyed a fruitful ten years consulting in Christian Education, Human Resources, Business Development, Event Planning, Emotional Intelligence, Financial Management, Caregiving and Graphic Design. In 2019, their most profitable consulting client asked Kim to come on board full-time as their Operations Manager. Since God said "Yes," she
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remains employed at the Center for Black Women's Wellness (CBWW), a 501 c 3 non-profit organization. She currently manages human resources, facilities, information technology, volunteer services, donor and data administrative services.
Her spiritual journey and ministry are the foundation of her life as they have refined her purpose and passion for serving God and His people. In 2023, God promised Kim that if she would return to her foundation of 5 AM prayer, He would re-launch D’Vine Connections in a new and mighty way. On August 9, 2023, Kim did just that and has a growing intercessory prayer line where she prays and ministers to God’s men and women three times each day praying at 5 AM in the Eastern, Central and Pacific US time zones.
In God’s faithfulness D’Vine Connections Ministries has been re-established in the earth as a 501 c 3 not for profit organization with a focus of prayer, outreach, spiritual formation and business consulting services. Born and raised in a Christian home, she has evolved as a passionate prayer warrior, bible study facilitator, preacher, teacher and trained servant leader of the Kingdom, specifically the United Methodist Church and the Jael Women’s Business Network. She is equipped to minister to God’s people through prayer, preaching, teaching and administrative services.
Kim, the youngest of three (3) children born to Solomon and Bernice Smith, is the mother of two (2), grandmother of five (5) and great-grand mother of two (2). She has two (2) sisters, four (4) nieces, and a host of other loving and supportive family members and friends. For the first time in her adult life, she lives alone and is loving it!
To God Be the Glory for the Things He Has Done!
Linda McBurrows
Linda is a native of Anderson, Indiana, where she was born and raised in a Christian home. She served in the military after completing high school and has lived in various States and countries throughout the US and the world.
Linda and I met at the alter of Ben Hill United Methodist church in 2003, when we became instant prayer partners. She was a student at the ITC in Atlanta at that time and found her church covering at Ben Hill. As she matriculated and grew in her faith within the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church, she found herself working in ministry along side Rev. Dr. Michael McQueen and others throughout the conference.
In 2004/2005 God launched D'Vine Connections through our dedication to 5 AM prayer, every day for three consecutive days. She also joined the 5 AM prayer ministry at Ben Hill UMC during her tenure at Ben Hill.
Our Vision
A Christian ministry aligning prayer, outreach, spiritual formation and consultancy with biblical principles and business best practices which will propel individuals, families, non-profit organizations and small businesses to empowered Christian living.
Our Mission
“To spiritually and economically impact the lives of individuals and families within the Kingdom of God through prayer, worship, outreach and consulting services.”
Our Core Principals
D'VINE Connections Ministries is a Christian ministry dedicated to helping individuals find God's divine purpose for their lives. Our mission is to provide a welcoming and inclusive space for prayer, worship, bible study, and outreach services. We also offer outreach programs for businesses seeking to operate efficiently and profitably according to biblical principles. Our Christian education programming is designed to help individuals grow in their faith and deepen their understanding of the Bible. We believe in the power of community and the importance of service, and we strive to make a positive impact in the world around us. Join us today and experience the transformative power of faith.