About ELM
ELM was born out of a profoundly intimate experience of healing, surrender, and restoration.
Ultimately, what Empowered Legacy Ministry is all about at its core is helping to guide, encourage, and mobilize those who have been harboring God-implanted ideas, many of them for years, without having, up until now, the opportunity to actualize them. ELM stands ready to help break down those walls so they might finally make what God has implanted in them a reality.
ELM was stablished
on December 18, 2024.
on December 18, 2024.
core values
Our Core Values. Anchored in the Kingdom, Built for Impact
Rooted in Scripture and Kingdom purpose, our values ignite bold action, fuel legacy, and cultivate lasting transformation.
Kingdom Alignment
We put God's will first—every decision, strategy, and connection flows from a place of prayerful alignment with Heaven’s agenda.
Prophetic Purpose
We believe every entrepreneur carries a divine assignment. We empower them to discern, develop, and deploy their God-given purpose with spiritual clarity.
Restorative Leadership
Our mentorship is redemptive. We don’t just build businesses—we restore confidence, identity, and dignity to leaders rising from broken places.
Generational Impact
We are legacy-minded, equipping entrepreneurs to create solutions that will outlive them and transform communities, families, and future generations.
Intimacy with God
We prioritize the presence of God above performance. In business and ministry, we model intimacy over industry—walking closely with the Holy Spirit.
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1. Who does Empowered Legacy Ministries serve?
ELM focuses on entrepreneurs who have been unable to build their dreams or businesses despite having a vision. The ministry serves a wide range of people: from young individuals just starting their business journey to those who are more experienced but need support to overcome spiritual barriers.
2. How does ELM empower entrepreneurs?
ELM empowers entrepreneurs by providing mentorship, strategic advice, and resources to help them turn their God-given ideas into successful businesses.
3. Are there any volunteer opportunities within the ministry?
Yes, there will be volunteer opportunities for events and future ministry activities, especially as the ministry grows and impacts more people.
4. Who is Maria Watkins?
Maria Watkins is a wise mother, visionary entrepreneur, founder of Empowered Legacy Ministries, author, coach, speaker, and devoted follower of Jesus Christ.
meet our founder
Faith, Vision and Legacy.
Maria Watkins leads with purpose and prophetic clarity. As the founder of Empowered Legacy Ministries, she equips Kingdom entrepreneurs to thrive spiritually and build lasting impact through bold, faith-led leadership.
I know what it feels like to be rejected before you ever take your first breath. I also know what it feels like to be fully restored by God. Today, my passion is to help others break free, heal, and step into the powerful legacy God designed for them.
Maria Watkins
Founder Empowered Legacy Ministries
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Testimonials
What Our Clients Say!
More than 99% satisfied—because purpose-driven impact speaks for itself.
Absolutely Beautifully Written. Maria talks about her life, what she has gone through, and how she has deepened her Strength, found Hope, and a Purpose in life...God's Timing is never the Timing we think it should be. I love, love, love this book! Praying you will too!
The Launch with Legacy Masterclass blessed me and ignited a fire that the Lord placed in my heart years ago, but was dulled by fear, insecurity, and other lies from the enemy! The simple yet powerful biblical truths that Maria teaches bring a great deal of clarity, allowing me to walk away from this class feeling confident and empowered to live out my purpose.
I sought out Empower Legacy Ministries because I did not know how to start a business or even where to begin. And within weeks, I had a blueprint, direction, a business name, and I was able to purchase my LLC. What Empower Legacy Ministries did for me was hold up a mirror so I could see myself, and they showed me my why. They surpassed my expectations. I would recommend this to anyone out there.
As a father, watching Maria weave her personal journey with biblical truths fills me with immense joy. Her words remind us that no matter what life throws our way, we can always find our back to hope... I absolutely recommend this book. We all get to hope yet again.
Thank You Lady Maria, This beautiful book offers a heartfelt and uplifting message to those struggling with deferred hope and disappointment. With Godly love and compassion, she acknowledges the pain of waiting and reassures us that we are not alone.
Maria has been such a blessing to my life & business; she really has the grace to see for your business & for you! Maria helped me expand my vision, and I couldn’t be more grateful. I recommend Maria to every entrepreneur trying to get started or needs help. The business GURU !!!
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