Our Pastor

Apostle Leila M. Williams life is anchored in Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.”

Apostle Leila’s journey began by hosting women’s fellowships in her living room, where she provided a judgment-free space for women to discuss their problems and receive godly wisdom. Recognizing the growing need, she later expanded these fellowships to include men. The Open Heart Fellowships attracted men and women from all over, seeking advice, help, and healing. This led to her launching Open Heart Deliverance Ministries in 2015 as its Founder and Pastor, first in Philadelphia, PA, and later relocating to Wilmington, Delaware.

Apostle Leila M. Williams was officially affirmed as an Apostle August of 2017.

Apostle Leila sees herself as a spiritual heart surgeon, anointed by God to help deliver people from the pits they find themselves in and to assist in their emotional and spiritual healing. Her motto is simple: God works best with an open heart.

Her ministry accomplishments include Radio Host of "Nuggets to Overcome" on Spiritual Connect Radio, appearances on The Word Network, authoring Don’t Look Back: A 21-Day Devotional, and transforming the lives of countless women on a daily basis. She also leads Life Lessons with L.M., a Social Media Ministry Broadcast.

Apostle Leila is a wife, mother of eight, GlamMom to over 40 grandchildren, and a breast cancer survivor. Through it all, her life remains fully entrusted to the hands of God.