Children and Youth Children and Youth Thank you for showing an interest in serving with the Word Tab Children’s Ministry! We’re a fun, energetic ministry that touches the lives of children each week as we help them learn who God is and discover His plan for their life. Anyone interested in volunteering with the children’s ministry, must complete a mandatory background check. Ministry Areas After School Program The after school program is designed for grades K-8, providing van transportation from local schools to the Impact Center where the children are cared for in a fun and safe environment. Contact afterschool@wordtab.net for more information. Children's Church and Bible Study If you are interested in helping love and guide kids during these formative years, we have a place for you. There are teams for childrens check in, teachers, nursery, and special events. Contact children@wordtab.net for more information. Girl Scouts The Girl Scouts teaches life-long skills such as: Goal setting, Decision making, Money management, People skills, and Business ethics. If you would like to be a girl scout leader please contact Cindy Dunn at cindy.dunn@wordtab.net Back To Search

Media Quick Links Other Resources You May Need Reserve space on campus: Member Reservation Link Ministry Leader Reservation Link Request childcare: Please submit childcare concerns or questions to Ayona Cooper . Request tech or production support: For media and tech assistance or inquiries contact our Media Director . MEDIA REQUEST GUIDELINES BRANDING GUIDELINES MEDIA REQUEST FORM Our Purpose: The Media Team exists to support the staff, ministries, and leaders of Word Tabernacle Church in effectively communicating with the congregation and the broader community, ensuring that ministry goals and key messages are shared clearly and consistently. Our Priorities: Communicate essential information clearly, accurately, and efficiently. Remove obstacles preventing people from taking their next steps. Minimize chaos and reduce unnecessary noise. Our Process: The Media Team manages the church’s brand, online presence (website, social media, review sites, etc.), video and photography, signage, print materials, event promotions, weekly announcements, and newsletters. To request assistance, submit a Media Request Form for any of the following: Announcements Social Media Posts Graphics Website Updates Photography or Videography Promotional Videos Before submitting your request, please review the Media Request Guidelines and note the timelines for each type of request. You can access the form here .

Transportation Do you need a ride to church? Word Tabernacle offers van transportation for anyone in Nash, Edgecombe and Wilson Counties. This service is available for our Sunday 8:00AM and 10:00AM services. To schedule your pick-up, please call 252-446-2158 no later than 5:00PM the Thursday prior to the Worship Service you'll attend and leave a callback number. You will receive a confirmation call by Friday evening. Contact Jeremy Hall for more information at Transportation@Wordtab.net

Young Adults The WTC Young Adult Ministry serves 18-29 year olds. You don't have to be a WTC member to join the ministry. Joining the young adult ministry will allow you to find like-minded people, develop as an individual, grow spiritually, serve the Church and community, and so much more! Register for Young Adult Ministry We believe Christ is the only way to have a relationship with God. Being saved gives us the foundation to develop every aspect of who we are. There is joy in the local church. We find a place of belonging, not because of the space, but because of Christ, spiritual restoration, social support, and the people who become family. Being a young adult allows us to embrace and enjoy life! There is nothing like finding your tribe and doing life together! Engage through events and Let the good times roll! "Adulting" can be a lot, so we make sure we help guide, educate, and equip each other through unchartered water as we are becoming who God plans for us to be and who we aspire to become. No one has it all figured out so we do it together! Follow Us On Social Media

Baptism What is Baptism? Baptism is an outward confession of your faith, your commitment to God, and obedience to Christ. It does not save us, rather it is a response to salvation. Baptism is symbolic of the of the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ which, by faith and grace, saves us. (Matthew 28:19, Romans 6:3-5, Matthew 3:13-17) When Can I get Baptized? Baptism happens every first and third Sunday during service. Everyone who is baptized first has to complete the Salvation and Baptism session. This ensures each person fully understands salvation, baptism, and the covenant commitment to relationship with Christ and a life of discipleship. You can complete the "Kingdom Decision" form and our team will connect with you! Click here to complete the kingdom decision form. How do I get Baptized? You can complete the "Kingdom Decision" form and our team will connect with you! We will guide you through the "Salvation and Baptism" session which is a part of our New Members Classes. It can also be done separately if you would like to be baptized but not become a member of Word Tabernacle Church. Anyone who is baptized but not joining Word Tabernacle will have help connecting to a discipleship community in a church that fits their needs before baptism occurs. (Acts 8:36-38) Click here to complete the kingdom decision form. Information for parents of children getting baptized Is your child ready for life with Christ? Everyone in the next generation completes a class about salvation and baptism during our new member process. Children do this during Children's church on Sunday mornings. Preteens and youth (4th Grade- 13th Grade) do this on third Saturdays. Jesus said to let the children come to Him and we are obedient to His instruction! Our goal is to ensure each child and student understand their decisions. You will get support to guide your family through the process after we get your information through the "Kingdom Decisions" form. (Matthew 19:14) Click here to complete the kingdom decision form.

Executive Leadership Team James D. Gailliard | Senior Pastor Download Bio Download Press Photos Pastor James David Gailliard is the Organizing and Senior Pastor of Word Tabernacle Church located in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. At the intersection of pastoral ministry and public policy he has formed a collaborative model of human, socio-political- economic and community development – another avenue by which he has accomplished this was by serving two consecutive terms in the North Carolina General Assembly, becoming “living history” as the only person of color to be elected to represent House District 25 (Nash-Rocky Mount). As a Commissioner of MyFutureNC, he is one of the architects of the statewide educational attainment goal. Visionary, pioneer, leader, humanitarian, and philanthropist, Pastor Gailliard was named the 2016 Distinguished Citizen by the Rocky Mount Chamber of Commerce, and most recently recognized for making an impact within his community as the recipient of the 2023 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Lifetime Achievement Award. He is the Founder-Chairman of The REACH Center, Inc, a member of the Board of Trustees, Elizabeth City State University as well as the Board of Preachers, Morehouse College, his alma mater, and he is the former Chairman of the Board for the North Carolina Legislative Black Caucus Foundation. His academic background is an unusual combination of theology, counseling, and business administration. Pastor Gailliard is a proud husband to Angela, with whom he shares a blended family of seven children and three grandchildren. Affectionately known as Pastor G, he is a spiritual father, son, and brother to many. To unwind, he can be found on his Harley Davidson or shooting a game of pool. Angela Watkins Gailliard Angela Watkins Gailliard is one of the fourteen founding members of Word Tabernacle Church. She joined the staff part-time in 2007 to manage administrative operations, establishing systems and policies. The church was growing so quickly that she became a full-time staff member in 2009. Angela held several growing roles from Finance Director to Chief Operations Officer. She was the Chief Corporate Officer before leaving full-time employment with WTC to join Golden LEAF Foundation as a Director of Programs in 2022. Prior to Word Tabernacle Church, Angela held leadership positions in operations, finance, and engineering at several large corporations including Procter & Gamble and Cummins, Inc. In addition to her many years of corporate work experience, Angela has continually served in her community for over thirty years, holding leadership roles with many notable nonprofit organizations including Edgecombe Community College Foundation, Board Treasurer (Tarboro, NC); Down East Partnership for Children, Board Treasurer (Rocky Mount, NC); and Big Brothers Big Sisters, Board President (Columbus, IN). In 2023, Angela was appointed by Governor Roy Cooper to serve on the Board of Trustees for Nash Community College. She also currently serves as President-elect and VP-Planning Committee for United Way Tar River Region, and Audit Committee Chair for North Carolina Community Foundation. Angela holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical and Electrical Engineering from Duke University and a Master of Business Administration from the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University. She is also a graduate of Leadership North Carolina Class XVI. Angela is known for her passion for numbers, but also for her passion for children. She is married to Pastor James David Gailliard. They have a blended family of seven children and three grandchildren. Kyle Johnson | Next Generation Pastor Kyle has been a part of Word Tabernacle since 2007. He transitioned from being a public-school teacher to being on staff in 2012. He has served in many capacities including deaf and student ministries, Associate Pastor, and Executive Pastor. He is now our Next Generation Pastor and Director of the Thrive Institute. He brings a high level of energy and passion to all he does and just as much commitment to Christ, the church, and the community. He has Bachelor of Science in English Edcuation, his Master of Divinity from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and is currently studying for his Master of Business Administration from Fayetteville State University. His experience in various fields is well partnered with passion for equipping others to invest in the Next Generation, prepare people to become life-long disciples, and equip individuals through education, training, and empowered relationship. He, his wife Danielle, and their three daughters Kendall, Olivia, and Emery all love being a part of the Word Tabernacle Church family. Lenny Battle | Worship Pastor Lenny serves as our Worship Pastor and hails from Lawton, Oklahoma. He's an author, singer, songwriter, and soldier, blending more than two decades of military and music ministry experience. His musical journey began at age eight in his hometown orchestra, where he played the cello for four years, and later became a self-taught pianist by age twelve. He enlisted in the Army in 2009 and has served in various combat operations around the world, while maintaining his burning passion for the ministry of music in the local church and making disciples of Jesus. He's been married to his wife, Alicia, since 2010 and together they have two beautiful daughters. Trishonda Roberson | Lead Community Pastor Trishonda is the Executive Director for The REACH Center, a nonprofit organization that focuses on homelessness prevention, food insecurity, healthcare, and violence against women. She also serves as the Lead Community Pastor for our Center for Community and Capacity. Trishonda previously worked as a Registered Nurse in the area of mental health and substance abuse for over 15 years. She is a graduate of Fruitland Bible College, receiving a certificate in Christian Ministry and holds certificates in Nonprofit Management from Duke University and the NC Rural Economic Development Institute. She has does extensive work around leadership development in Kenya. Trishonda co-authored the book, “Unmasked and Unashamed: Real Women, Real Stories”, which parallels the stories of nine woman today with women from the Bible. Trishonda’s deepest passion is to assist individuals to move from a place of uncertainty and complacency to a life of self-discovery and maximizing their greatest potential. Rhonda Washington | E-City Campus Pastor Rhonda currently serves as a minister of the online E-City campus. She formerly served as Director of Media and Broadcast for over 15 years. Her heart has always been to take the Gospel beyond the church walls. She believes if you do not know God, you cannot grow in the favor of God. Rhonda is currently married to Clarence since 2008, they have two children and two grandchildren. Rhonda and her husband currently reside in Wilson, NC. Dwight Flowers | Tarboro Community Pastor Dwight is the Community Thrive Pastor for the Tarboro Community and surrounding areas. He also is an Executive Team Member and leads a New Members Teaching Team. Dwight obtained his biblical training from Fruitland Bible College where he received a Certificate in Christian Leadership. He is passionate about God, His Word and His People, which leads him to share Christ every opportunity that he gets. Dwight has been married to his wife, Tameika since 2008 and they share one son, Aaron. He is a devoted Man of God, husband and father. Lorenza Johnson | Minister Lorenza Johnson joined Word Tabernacle Church 2011. He enrolled into Fruitland Bible College to gain a greater understanding of the word of God. He was employed with Word Tabernacle working in the Campus and Facilities Department while enrolled in school. It was here where he completed and graduated with his certification in Biblical Counseling in 2017 and Christian Leadership in 2018. This is where he was able to use the gifts and educational training to really fulfill the plans God has for the people of God. He serves as an Altar Counselor and is a part of the Executive Team. Albert McWilliams | Director of Campus Operations Albert McWilliams is the Facilities Director at Word Tabernacle Church. He supports the organization by overseeing the maintenance of The Impact Center and auxiliary sites. Albert graduated from Talladega College in Talladega, Alabama with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. Albert brings over 20 years of management and leadership experience to Word Tabernacle Church. Albert is the husband to Jamika and the father of 4; Kada, Sonye’, Alysha and Albert III (Tre’). Albert has been a member of Word Tabernacle Church since 2006. Malcolm Allen | Venue Management Malcolm Allen serves as Venue Manager for The Impact Center. This role currently oversees all production elements for Word Tabernacle church as well as the strategic development for the Impact Center. He has 30+ years of venue operations, production design and execution. Malcolm has provided media consultation, audio engineering and production management services to many of the world’s most notable clientele. It is his ultimate mission in ministry to grow media teams and educate them on production efficiencies so that the gospel can be spread to the world through media as the vessel. Latoya Greene | TIA Director Latoya Greene is the Director of Operations for the Impact Academy-Preschool. She is graduate of Wilson Community College with an AAS in Early Childhood Education with a certification in Administration. She received her undergrad degree from the illustrious North Carolina Central University. She majored in Family and Consumer science with a concentration in Child Development and Family Relations. She has worked in the field of education for the last 9 years in various capacities. She has 3 beautiful daughters, Makayla, Kyla and Xada. She is committed to the implementation of early education and developing children holistically within the community. Stephanie Battle | Associate Pastor After a 15-year career in Higher Education, Stephanie transitioned to Word Tabernacle Church to serve as the Associate Pastor, overseeing the Centers of Faith and Family and Health and Wellness. Her passion for education and educating others, exudes in all that she does, as she strives to walk out her life and ministry mission utilizing the skills and spiritual gifts that God has given her, to support people in maximizing their spiritual gifts to the glory of God. Stephanie is currently pursuing a Masters of Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Ministry from Carolina University. She has Master of Education from North Carolina A&T State University, along with a Biblical Counseling Certificate from Fruitland Bible College. Stephanie is married to Jason Battle, and they have three children - McKinley, Jason, Jr., and Mayah, who all enjoy learning and growing at Word Tabernacle Church.

New Service Times Beginning on Easter Sunday March 31, 2024, Word Tabernacle will begin having 2 Sunday services. Our new service times will be 8am and 10am. We hope to see you in person at our Rocky Mount Campus and online on our E-City Campus. WTC Announces New Service Times

The Impact Internship Program is an opportunity for the next generation to gain hands-on experience in a fun, people-engaged, and leadership-focused environment. Internship Program The Center for Childhood, College, and Career Success at Word Tabernacle Church presents The Impact Internship Program. This is an opportunity for the next generation to gain hands-on experience in a fun, people-engaged, and leadership-focused environment. The internship takes place June 10, 2024 - August 1, 2024. Click Here To Apply This 7-week paid program is designed for college students who are committed to serve, have a desire to be developed, are interested in the offered areas of internship, and are inquisitive about how and why the Church is connected to community. Details The Experience Hands-on Experience: Interns get the opportunity to work in a real-world environment related to their field of study or interest, gaining practical skills and knowledge. Networking: Interns will have access to professionals in the industry, allowing interns to build valuable connections and expand their professional network. Learning Opportunities: Interns will learn from experienced professionals, receive mentorship, and attend training sessions or workshops to enhance their skills. Resume Building: Internships add relevant experience to a resume, making candidates more competitive in the job market and demonstrating their commitment to their chosen field. Exploration: interns will explore different career paths within their field/area of interest, helping them make informed decisions about their future careers. References and Recommendations: A successful internship can lead to strong recommendations and references from supervisors or mentors, which can be beneficial when applying for future opportunities. Exposure to Company Culture: Interns get a firsthand look at Word Tabernacle and The Impact Center's culture, values, and work environment, helping them assess whether it aligns with their own goals and preferences and to see how their filed of study/area of interest connects to various industries. Summer Impact Project Interns will develop a summer impact project which is an initiative or program aimed at creating a positive and meaningful impact for the organization, community, or center in which the intern works. The project will be something the organization can utilize or benefit from when the internship is completed. Interns will collaborate with their center directors to identify the project. Click Here To Apply Eligibility Rising college freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors are eligible 4-6 internships available 18 and older must complete a background check if they are interning in areas with minors or sensitive populations Compensation $20 an hour When June 10, 2023-August 1, 2023 Interns will NOT report to work on Fridays or The entire week of July 4th (1st-5th) Time Commitment June and July Monday-Thursday 9 am-3 pm with one hour used for unpaid lunch. 7 weeks 20 weekly hours 140 hours total Collective Development Leadership Development Skills Training Theology, Doctrinal, and Cultural Studies Work Expectations Complete assignments given by the center director Engage in Self-guided work Summer Impact Project (SIP) Interns will have required reading Community Service work and projects Click Here To Apply Testimonials From Former Interns Janiyah Matthews | Winston-Salem State University I worked with the Center for Childhood, College, & Career Success. One thing that I wasn't expecting this summer, but really enjoyed was working with the range of students (Preschool age through seniors in high school)! I learned a lot of leadership skills from all of the leaders and will be sure to take these back with me to Winston! Quante Downey | Barton College I worked with the Center for Campus & Adminstrative Services. As a business management major, the work that we did with the director (Albert) allowed me to learn more about business operations and how to manage a team of people. Overall, I enjoyed my experience and getting to know the WTC Staff. Jada Gailliard | UNC-Chapel Hill I worked with the Center of Health and Wellness which partnered WTC staff and researchers at UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health to begin understanding how congregants at WTC effectively communicate during a public health emergency. The purpose of this project is to develop risk communication strategies for COVID-19 (and future public health emergencies), by understanding the power of social connections within rural, Black, faith communities. Currently: Healthcare Analyst at Huron Click Here To Apply Destini Morton | North Carolina State University I worked with C3 next generation ministry’s programming that helps disengaged youth find their passions through their personal and professional development. I created the “Rise and Thrive” aspect of the ENGAGE program, a hands-on opportunity for students and young adults to engage with jobs they are interested in as well as obtain a mentor to guide them along their career journey. Currently: Stock Manager at Kleinfeld Bridal

Thrive Communities Thrive communities are the church where you are. The church exists in multiple contexts. We gather together in a centralized place to worship, to serve one another and to fellowship, but, the church is not confined to the walls of that location. The church is where ever believers are and the church goes wherever the community needs us to go. Thrive communities are places where we are able to support the community's efforts to thrive through ministry, service, and holistic investment. Our current Thrive Communities are in Tarboro, Enfield and Wilson. Our goal is to support community members as they discover solutions to needs and empower them to implement plans of action.

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