Bishop Edwin M. Walker

Bishop Edwin M. Walker

Bishop Edwin M. Walker is a highly respected leader in the Church of God in Christ (COGIC), serving as the Prelate of the Historic Northern Illinois Jurisdiction and Senior Pastor of Friendly Temple COGIC in Chicago, Illinois. With decades of ministerial experience, Bishop Walker is widely recognized for his visionary leadership, prophetic preaching, and commitment to spiritual development. Under his guidance, Friendly Temple and the Historic Northern Illinois Jurisdiction have experienced spiritual growth, characterized by resilience and unwavering faith. His influence extends beyond the pulpit as a mentor to clergy, a host of leadership conferences, and a consistent voice for faith-based community engagement.

In addition to his ecclesiastical leadership, Bishop Walker is a committed community advocate and the Founder and CEO of the Favors-Walker Family Life Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering underserved neighborhoods through education, workforce development, food security initiatives, and small business support. He also leads the Alternative to Violence (ATV) program, a dynamic youth-centered initiative designed to reduce violence by offering mentorship, life skills, and constructive alternatives. Bishop Walker’s work exemplifies the integration of faith and action, inspiring change both spiritually and socially. He is a devoted husband to First Lady Salana Walker and a proud father of five, continuing to serve with compassion, integrity, and a prophetic vision for the future.