Introduction
At Ministry Brands, we love hearing directly from the churches we serve—because that’s where the real stories of impact are happening. Recently, we had the opportunity to sit down with TrayVon Bray from Kingdom Fellowship AME Church in Calverton, Maryland, to hear how their team is using our platform to fuel engagement, generosity, and community service.
TrayVon serves a key role in managing Kingdom Fellowship’s church database and digital processes. His insights gave us a behind-the-scenes look at how digital tools are helping one of the fastest-growing churches in the region build systems that care for people, scale ministry, and make a difference far beyond Sunday mornings.
Built for Connection in a Digital World
From the very beginning, Kingdom Fellowship has embraced technology to enhance connection. “We use a lot of forms—everything is a form in our church,” TrayVon shared. “RSVPs, check-ins, surveys, QR codes—we integrate it all through Ministry Brands software.”
Today, over 80% of the church’s RSVPs, signups, and surveys are powered by Ministry Brands forms. The church even embeds QR codes into its monthly “Gather Guide” – a printed and digital bulletin that links directly to event registrations and volunteer opportunities. The result? A vibrant, responsive community that can engage anytime, from anywhere.
Workflows That Ensure No One Falls Through the Cracks
One of TrayVon’s favorite tools to use at their church is our powerful workflows feature. “Once you fill out that form, you’re locked in,” he said. “You’re going to get a Connect Coach or a Growth Coach. Someone will follow up with you. You’ll feel like you’re loved.”
These automated workflows are used to welcome new guests, manage group creation, and support ministry check-ins. They help Kingdom Fellowship maintain a highly personal experience—even as over 2,000 people attend weekly in person, with many more joining online.
Empowering Generosity Through Digital Giving
Kingdom Fellowship’s culture of generosity has grown alongside their use of digital giving tools. More than 80% of all contributions now come through digital platforms, with Ministry Brands Giving helping make generosity as seamless as possible.
With flexible options like Apple Pay, Google Pay, ACH, credit/debit cards, and more, members are empowered to give in whatever way works best for them. TrayVon noted that while giving has increased, it’s also been a reflection of the church’s consistent presence in their community – and the trust they’ve built through hands-on ministry.
Ministry That Goes Beyond Sunday
Technology hasn’t just made things easier for the church staff—it’s empowered them to expand their ministry. With key processes now streamlined, the team at Kingdom Fellowship has been able to take on even more meaningful initiatives, including:
- Career Fairs that help connect job seekers with new opportunities
- HBCU College Fairs featuring marching bands and outreach for local students
- Young Adult Events that meet monthly for worship and connection, and provide childcare for parents
- The Kingdom Cares Center—a community space that includes a fresh food market, a clothing boutique, and a resource office offering critical support to local families
This is what digital ministry looks like when it’s put into action: real people, real impact, and a heart for the community.
Encouraging Others to Dive In
When asked what he would say to another church considering Ministry Brands’ software, TrayVon Bray didn’t hesitate: “Just go for it. Play around with the platform. There’s so much it has to offer—you won’t lose.”
Kingdom Fellowship AME Church is showing what’s possible when churches combine strong vision with the right tools. With this powerful software, they’ve built systems that serve people well, extend their reach, and help ministry thrive in every season.
Next Steps
Is your church’s giving and engagement strategy helping – or holding you back? Are manual tasks pulling you away from people and slowing the impact you could be making? If so, your church might be ready for something better.
Sign up for your free demo of Ministry Brands Amplify.
With simple, secure tools for online and mobile giving, forms, workflows, and communication, Amplify empowers your church to grow generosity, streamline operations, and stay focused on what matters most: ministry.
