The Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime
Denomination: Presbyterian Church (USA) (PCUSA)
Organization: Alliance for Christian Media
President and Executive Producer, Alliance for Christian Media, and Host of "Day1"
Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime leads the Alliance for Christian Media and serves as the host of "Day1," bringing extensive experience in faith-based media, ministry, and public engagement. She joined ACM in 2022, initially as a grant writer, then as director of a four-year project funded by the Lilly Endowment’s Compelling Preaching Initiative, and later became Interim Executive Director in 2023.
Before her tenure at ACM, Katie was the Director of Religion and Civic Engagement at Odyssey Impact from 2018 to 2022. In this role, she launched and secured funding for the international Odyssey Fellows Program, equipping faith leaders with new media skills.
Katie holds a Master of Divinity from Union Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. from Emory University. She has served as a postdoctoral researcher and instructor at the University of Bern in Switzerland and was the Associate Pastor for Mission, Adult Education, and Young Adults at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, Georgia, for six years. Her earlier ministry work includes roles at Marble Collegiate Church and Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church in New York City.
Katie is married to composer Haddon Kime, and they have a daughter named Abby.
Day1 Weekly Programs by The Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime
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Katie Givens Kime: What Jesus' Great-Grandmother Teaches Us About Hope
Tuesday October 26, 2021
In her sermon, Katie Givens Kime says maybe we need, in times like ours, to listen to the Ruths in our lives, to our grandmothers in the faith. Listen to those who love us no matter what, who stick with us to the end, who say YES to hope and NO to oppression.
Katie Kime: Know It All?
Tuesday February 25, 2020
In her sermon for the 1st Sunday in Lent, Dr. Katie Givens Kime says the truth is that God is always trying to give us good things, an entire garden of good things, but so often our hands are too full to receive them. And if our hands are full, they are full of the things to which we are attached or even addicted
Articles by The Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime
Defiance in the Face of Despair: Psalm 79
Monday September 15, 2025
Rabbi Yael Splansky and Rev. Dr. Jason Byassee join host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4200 of Day1 to reflect on Psalm 79. Drawing on Rashi’s teaching, they explore turning lament into song, defiance in faith, and eschatological hope. How can we sing praise amid despair?
Holding Tension: Jung, Jesus, and Spiritual Sight
Monday September 08, 2025
Rev. Dr. Tom Long joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4199 of Day1 to reflect on addiction, grace, and God’s enduring love. Drawing on John 3:13-17, Carl Jung, and Theodore Gill’s sermon, they explore living with tension and compassion. How can we see others through God’s eyes of grace? Read and reflect on the gospel’s invitation to hope.
What’s Mine to Steward, What’s Mine to Surrender
Monday September 01, 2025
Rev. Dr. Barry Jones joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4198 of Day1 to explore discerning “what’s mine to steward and what’s mine to surrender.” Drawing from Psalm 139, the Serenity Prayer, and Dallas Willard’s wisdom, they invite us to lead as non-anxious disciples. Where is God asking you to let go, and lean in?
ON HAND for That Which Is AT HAND, but Not IN HAND
Monday August 25, 2025
Rev. Dr. Tom Long joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4197 of Day1 to explore the Heaven that comes to us. Drawing from the work of Christopher Morse, his book "The Difference Heaven Makes," and the theology of divine action, they invite us to rethink discipleship as a posture of expectancy.
God Is in It With Us
Monday August 18, 2025
Rev. Shuna Dicks of Aberdeen, Scotland joins Day1 host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4196 of Day1 to explore gratitude and faith amid hardship and grief. Drawing from 1 Thessalonians, she reminds us that God is right in there with us even in the hardest moments. What if gratitude isn't about having it all together, but trusting that God is still here—even in the mess?
When Scripture Confronts Our Biases
Monday August 11, 2025
Dr. Ryan Bonfiglio joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4195 of Day1 to explore how Scripture models a diversity of voices that challenges echo chambers. Drawing from biblical wisdom and tradition, they invite us to embrace tension in faith conversations. How can we listen well to voices different from our own?
What’s the One Problem Paul Saw in the Church?
Monday August 04, 2025
Rev. Dr. Ebby Arnold joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4194 of Day1 to explore Paul’s vision of unity in the early church. Drawing from 1 Corinthians, they discuss storytelling, foolishness, and God’s upside-down wisdom. How are we called to live a different story?
Prophetic Preaching Doesn't Thunder—It Weeps
Monday July 28, 2025
Rev. Dr. Tom Long joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4193 of Day1 to explore the heart of prophetic preaching. Drawing from personal wisdom, and the pastoral art of lament, Dr. Long invite us to consider preaching that embraces compassion over condemnation. How can we preach with both truth and tenderness?
What Sanctification Really Means
Monday July 21, 2025
Rev. Leon Stevenson joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4192 of Day1 to explore the meaning of sanctification. Drawing from personal stories, Spirit-filled insight, and the daily walk of faith, they invite us to reflect on how we grow to look more like Jesus. How do we recognize the fire of spiritual maturity in our own lives?
What Keeps People from Feeling Welcome in Church?
Monday July 14, 2025
Rev. Robb Webb joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4191 of Day1 to explore the tension between faith and institutional religion. Drawing from Colossians 1 and church architecture, he challenges us to rethink what welcome really means. How can we become more visibly open to the world? Read and reflect on how churches can rediscover Christ-centered hospitality.
Can Co-Location Beget Community?
Monday June 30, 2025
Rev. Dr. Jenny Shultz-Thomas joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4189 of Day1 to explore interfaith community and Christian partnership. Drawing from the Tri-Faith Initiative in Omaha, Nebraska, this inspiring conversation highlights collaboration, presence, and bold ministry in action. How can we build real community through shared space and purpose? Read and reflect on the call to embody faith beyond our walls.
How to Be the Church People Are Looking For
Monday June 23, 2025
Rev. Dr. Charles Qualls joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4188 of Day1 to explore authentic Christian welcome. Drawing from 2 Kings 2 and lived pastoral wisdom, they invite us to shift from anxious outreach to genuine hospitality. How can we show Christ by simply showing up? Read and reflect on what it means to “throw a party worth attending.”
Lo Cotidiano: God's Presence in the Everyday
Monday June 16, 2025
Rev. Juan Carlos Huertas joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4187 of Day1 to explore how God meets us in Ordinary Time. Drawing from 1 Kings 19 and insights from Ada María Isasi-Díaz on Lo Cotidiano, they invite us to embrace God’s presence in daily life. How can we notice God’s transforming work in the ordinary?
Enneagram Insights for Your Walk with Christ
Monday June 09, 2025
Rev. Danny Lybarger joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4186 of Day1 to explore how understanding the Enneagram can deepen Christian faith. Drawing from personal experiences and insights from Richard Rohr, they ask: How can the Enneagram enhance your spiritual journey?
Speaking in Tongues: Pentecostal Prayer and the Spirit of Pentecost
Monday June 02, 2025
Rev. Rebecca Gurney joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4185 of Day1 to explore the meaning of speaking in tongues and the richness of Pentecostal prayer. Drawing from scriptural insights into Pentecost, they invite us to a reflection on prayer. How might openness to spiritual gifts transform our worship and community life in embracing the mysterious power of the Spirit?
Called by God: Embracing Reluctant Divine Callings
Monday May 26, 2025
Rev. Dr. Ozzie E. Smith, Jr. joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4184 of Day1 to explore what it means to be called by God. Drawing from Acts 16:16-34, personal stories, and biblical examples, they invite us to examine the nature of reluctant obedience. How do we discern and respond when God calls us into uncomfortable places? Read and reflect on the divine invitation to faithful action.
How One Quiet Voice Shaped the PC(USA)’s Brief Statement of Faith
Monday May 19, 2025
Rev. Dr. Cynthia Campbell joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4183 of Day1 to explore the legacy of the Brief Statement of Faith. Drawing from PC(USA) history, Indigenous witness, and Spirit-led courage, they invite us to reflect on the voices we hear—and those we’ve silenced. How can we make space for stories still speaking? Read and reflect on the power of shared faith and memory.
Everyone Belongs: The Radical Welcome of the Eucharist
Monday May 12, 2025
Sara Miles joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4182 of Day1 to explore the power of shared meals as sacred acts of welcome. Drawing from the Eucharist and teachings of Isaac of Nineveh, she invites us to examine exclusion in the church. Who are we called to invite to God’s table? Read and reflect on the radical hospitality at the heart of Christian community.
The Sacrament of Doubt
Monday May 05, 2025
Rev. Peter Wallace joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4181 of Day1 to explore the sacrament of doubt. Drawing from Revelation 7 and the realities of spiritual uncertainty, they invite us to embrace honest questions as a sacred part of our faith. How can we find God in our doubts? Read and reflect on faith that grows through struggle.
Loving Our Enemies Isn’t Easy—But It's God’s Way
Monday April 28, 2025
Rev. Bruce Reyes-Chow joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4180 of Day1 to explore the challenge of loving our enemies. Drawing from Acts 9:1-20, they reflect on God's call to recognize the humanity in others—even those we oppose. How can we see our enemies through the eyes of grace? Read and reflect on God’s invitation to radical love and inner transformation.
How Megachurches Reflect the World Around Us
Monday April 21, 2025
Rev. Dr. Hyemin Na joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4179 of Day1 to reflect on how megachurches mirror our broader cultural moment. Drawing from her research and upcoming book, she explores what church structure reveals about our values—and what faithful resistance looks like. How can we lead communities that abide in purpose, instead of productivity?
This Easter: Preach the Gospel, Not the Headlines
Monday April 14, 2025
Rev. Mark Ramsey joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4178 of Day1 to explore what it means to preach hope in uncertain times. Reflecting on the Easter message, pastoral courage, and the power of proclaiming truth, he reminds us that gospel proclamation isn’t optional. How can we preach with faith when the world feels unsteady?
Jesus vs. Caesar: A Radical Lesson on Gratitude
Monday April 07, 2025
Dr. Diana Butler Bass joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4177 of Day1 to explore the radical nature of Jesus’ teachings on gratitude. Drawing from Luke 14, Roman law, and ancient economic systems, they invite us to rethink our assumptions about thankfulness and power. How might embracing biblical gratitude free us from transactional faith? Read and reflect on the liberating call to live beyond empire.
Coming to Faith Doesn’t Mean the Search Is Over
Monday March 31, 2025
Rev. Dr. Jared Alcántara joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4176 of Day1 to explore spiritual longing and new beginnings. Drawing from Philippians 3:4b-14, they examine the transformative power of meeting Christ in our search. How can we embrace continual renewal in our faith journey? Read and reflect on reinvigorating your spiritual walk.
The Sacred Power of Radio Preaching
Tuesday March 25, 2025
Rev. Dr. Tom Long joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4175 of Day1 to explore the enduring power of radio preaching. Reflecting on the legacy of the Protestant Hour, he reveals how audio sermons invite intimacy, imagination, and personal connection. What unique role does radio still play in spiritual formation? Read and reflect on the power of voice in the life of faith.
The Bible Warned Us: Not All That Glitters Is Gold
Monday March 03, 2025
Rev. Dr. Jared Alcántara joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4172 of Day1 to explore the biblical origins of "not all that glitters is gold" and its spiritual significance. Drawing from Luke 4:1-13, the Apostle Paul, and William Blake, he challenges us to see through illusions and recognize what truly endures. How can we train our faith to filter out distractions and stay rooted in what is real? Read and reflect on the discipline of discernment in a world full of glittering temptations.
Preaching, Leading, Teaching—Women Have Always Done It
Monday February 24, 2025
Dr. Paula Gooder joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4171 of Day1 to explore the biblical foundation for women in ministry. She highlights the many women who led in the early church—Mary Magdalene, Priscilla, Phoebe, Junia, and more—and unpacks Paul’s writings in context. What do these scriptures actually say about women in leadership? Read and reflect on how the gospel affirms the gifts and calling of all who serve.
Can AI Navigate and Strengthen Our Faith? A Missionary’s Perspective
Monday February 17, 2025
In Episode #4170 of Day1, Rev. Dr. Sarah Han explores how the experience of Christian mission work compares to engaging in digital spaces. She shares why the darker the world becomes, the brighter the light of Christ can shine, offering hope for the next generation of believers.
Where Does the Gospel Fit in a Divided World?
Monday February 10, 2025
In Episode #4169 of Day1, Rev. Dennis Patterson Jr. joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime to explore how the gospel speaks to a divided world. Drawing from Luke 6 v17-26, Rev. Patterson reflects on Jesus’ radical message of blessing those who are poor, hungry, and excluded. Through faith and action, we are invited to stand on level ground, embracing justice, humility, and love in our daily lives.
The Paradox of Abundance and Absence
Monday February 03, 2025
In Episode #4168 of Day1, Rev. Dr. Claudia Kohli-Reichenbach joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime to explore the paradox of abundance and absence. Drawing from Luke 5 v1-11, Dr. Kohli-Reichenbach reflects on how we perceive God’s abundance in our lives, even when it feels out of reach. Through faith and trust, we are invited to step into deeper waters, embracing both the mystery and the gift of divine presence.
Don't be a Cheap Copy of a Wonderful Original
Monday January 27, 2025
In Episode #4167 of Day1, Rev. Dr. Timothy W. Sloan and host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime discuss overcoming people pleasing and embracing authenticity. Drawing from Luke 4 v21-30, Dr. Sloan explores how rejection can lead us to stay true to our divine calling and live as God intended.
Karl Barth and John Calvin on Church Resilience
Monday January 20, 2025
In Episode #4166 of Day1, Rev. Dr. Michael Knowles and host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime explore the resilience of the Church through John Calvin’s commentary on Micah 4:6 as cited by Karl Barth. Dr. Knowles reflects on how the Church rises through “many resurrections,” offering insights on how this timeless wisdom speaks to the challenges faced by today's Church.
Why ‘Golly’ Isn’t Enough: Religion’s Role in Expressing Awe
Monday January 13, 2025
In Episode #4165 of Day1, Rev. Dr. Jason Byassee and host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime the significance of language in expressing the sacred and profound. Dr. Byassee reflects on insights from Talal Asad and shares a meaningful story from Rabbi Steve Sager, exploring how religion provides the tools to articulate wonder in ways that go beyond casual reactions like "Golly!"
Rediscovering Jesus: A Revolutionary and Countercultural Leader
Monday January 06, 2025
In this interview excerpt from episode #4164, Rev. Dr. Carol Lynn Patterson reflects on Jesus’ revolutionary call to care for the marginalized, challenging the modern church to embrace justice and authenticity. Speaking with Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime, she highlights how faith leaders can reclaim the transformative power of Christ’s example to confront societal systems and uplift their communities.
What 12-Step Programs Reveal About Living a Transformed Faith
Monday December 09, 2024
In this sermon and interview excerpt from episode #4160, Wesley Rowell reflects on the intersection of faith and 12-step recovery programs, exploring how transformation and joy are found in giving the gift of healing away. Then, speaking with Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime, he connects the Gospel of John’s message of bearing fruit to the profound spiritual practices of recovery.
Singing the Song of Hope: What Hadestown Teaches About the Preacher’s Task
Monday December 02, 2024
In this clip from episode 4159, Rev. Dr. Kimberly Wagner of Princeton Theological Seminary, speaking with Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime, reflects on Hadestown and its profound connection to the preacher’s task of proclaiming hope. Drawing parallels with Advent themes, she highlights the power of storytelling in navigating brokenness and anticipating redemption.
How to Listen to a Sermon
Monday November 25, 2024
In this clip from the interview in episode 4158, Rev. Dr. Kimberly Wagner of Princeton Theological Seminary, speaking with Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime, explores how sermons become transformative events when listeners actively anticipate the Spirit’s movement, offering insights for preachers, teachers, and congregants alike to engage deeply with the preached word.
Everyone Has a Sermon: On the Decentralized Future of Preaching
Monday November 18, 2024
In this clip from the interview in episode 4157, Rev. Dr. Mark Jefferson of Howard University School of Divinity speaking with Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime, explains why the future of preaching lies beyond the pulpit and how everyone has a sermon to share, challenging us to embody our faith and use our voices to address the critical questions of our time.
Prayers in the Storm: U.S. House Chaplain Reflects on Division and Hope
Tuesday November 05, 2024
In this candid interview excerpt, Rear Admiral Rev. Dr. Margaret Kibben, Chaplain of the U.S. House of Representatives, shares her experience serving America’s leaders on January 6th and offers insights on finding unity and hope amid division. Discover her journey of faith in the midst of a time of crisis.
Video by The Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime
Preaching during Crisis: Igniting Pastoral Imagination in the Face of Fatigue, Injustice and Collective Trauma
Wednesday June 24, 2020
Watch this critical conversation with preaching colleagues from across the U.S. whose wide-ranging experiences in responding to these unprecedented and compounding crises are inspiring healing, transformation and hope. A webinar presented June 17 by Day1 and Odyssey Impact.