WTC Family Meeting Yearly Church Audits 2018 Audit 2019 Audit 2020 Audit 2021 Audit The Word Tabernacle Church Family Meeting is held to give members insight into the workings of the church. In our family meeting we report on our structures and systems, financial statements, and give a comprehensive state of the church report. Click below to view the Family Meeting Documents. Family Meeting Powerpoint State of the Church Report

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

Counseling What is Christian Counseling? Christian counseling uses the Bible to address the issues in lives of individuals, youth, couples, and families. Biblical counseling is both practical and effective. Unlike other types of counseling, it focuses on the entire person which includes the spiritual, physical, emotional, and the social being of individuals. A core principle of Christian counseling is helping individuals align their thinking to that of the will of God and to recognize and remove the tactics being used against them. Our team has certified counselors with degrees in many counseling areas who have combined that knowledge with Biblical principles to meet the needs of our community. We also have Mental Health Coaches who have gone through extensive training. Who Are The Counselors? If you are interested in services, please email us at Counseling@wordtab.net or call 252-210-3434. After contact has been made, we will arrange a time to meet and develop a plan to accommodate your needs. How Do I Access Services? The counseling services at WTC are free to members and non-members. What Is The Cost? All information is kept private and confidential unless there is potential harm to self or others. All state laws are observed when reporting abuse and/or neglect of the disabled, children, and elderly. Is There Confidentiality? Your Counseling Questions Answered Do You Need Counseling? If you are interested in services, please email us at Counseling@wordtab.net or call 252-210-3434.

Giving We encourage all of those who are part of our Church family to give—not out of obligation but out of a spirit of worship. Your gifts allow God’s work to be done in our midst, in our community, and in the world around us. Complete the form below to give online. Do you have questions or need assistance? We're here to help! If you have any questions about downloading the MinistryOne App or other giving inquiries, please email us at A dministration@wordtab.net There are multiple ways to give here at Word Tabernacle Church. You can give by clicking here. ONLINE Text WTCGIVE to 252-888-6838. TEXT Give via the CashApp - $wordtab *Be sure to include your member #, name and where you want your funds to go in the "for" box. CASH APP Members can also give on the MinistryOne app. MINISTRY ONE APP Give in Person at our 9am Sunday Service or via drop box located outside the administration office at 821 Word Plaza Rocky Mount, NC 27804 IN PERSON

Next Generation Children | Birth -3rd Grade Sundays at 9am & Tuesdays at 7pm Our Children’s Ministry at Word Tabernacle Church is led by a team of staff and volunteers whose passion is loving God and children. Learn More Next Generation Ministries & Programs Our Next Generation Ministry has many ministries & programs to serve our Students from 3 years old to 13th grade. Click on a program below to get more information. The Impact Academy Preschool The Impact Academy is Word Tabernacle's Early Childhood Academy serving 3-5 year old children. ​Visit the website www.theimpactacademywtc.com for more information WTC Scholarship Program You could be the next WTC Scholar! Scholarships are up to $2500 per year which equates to a possible $10,000 Scholarship over four years! The deadline for the WTC Ambassador Scholarship can be found by clicking on the application below. Contact Tristan Hunter at tristan.hunter@wordtab.net or call 252-937-2945 for more information. Click Here To Apply After School Program The Word Tabernacle After School Program picks up students after school in kindergarten-8th grade. Cost is $180 per child, per month. Our Program is open until 6:30 daily. ​ Contact afterschool@wordtab.net for more information. Summer Camp Word Tabernacle Church would love to partner with your family to help enrich and develop your child! Summer Camp at Word Tabernacle runs from June through August and is open to Kindergarten through 5th grade (based on grade level completed by the end of May). For more details, contact Ayona Cooper at (252) 212-8141 or email ayona.cooper@wordtab.net . Summer Discovery The Summer Discovery program is a 9-week program that will allow 6th through 13th grade students to spend their summer discovering what “breaks their heart” and design products and plans to begin addressing these issues. Students will also engage in a range of activities that will expose them to community resources, cultural experiences, performing arts, and many other activities. ​ Contact Kyle Johnson at kyle.johnson@wordtab.net for more information Student Leadership Team We are committed to being a leadership development pipeline from 4th grade to beyond college graduation by providing the clear and reachable next step for each participant’s holistic development and faith journey ​ Contact Kyle Johnson at kyle.johnson@wordtab.net for more information Girl Scouts The Girl Scouts of the USA is a youth organization for girls in the US and American girls living abroad. The organization's mission is to build girls who are courageous, confident, and have character. The Girl Scouts also teach life-long skills such as: Goal setting, Decision making, Money management, People skills, and Business ethics. The Girl Scouts also help girls learn about STEM, the outdoors, and entrepreneurship. ​ Contact cindy.dunn@wordtab.net for more information New Spirit Dancers (Grades K-5) This ministry trains children in K-5th grades to use interpretive and creative dance to minister to God's people. This ministry meets Mondays from 6-7:30pm in the CPAW. Contact dance@wordtab.net for more information. Word Up Dancers (Grades 6-13) This ministry trains youth 6th-12 grades to use interpretive and creative dance to minister to God's people.This ministry meets Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30pm in the gym. Contact dance@wordtab.net for more information. Youth Worship Team The Youth Worship Team is open to ages 11-21. This ministry educates its members about musical genres; choral and choir intonation, style and etiquette, group dynamics, and praise & worship. It offers opportunities to minister in song during Sunday celebrations, in the community, and abroad. This ministry meets Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm in the chapel. Contact musicministry@wordtab.net for more information. Children's Choir The Children’s Choir gives children the opportunity to know that their worship is relevant, exposes them to different genres of worship music, encourages spiritual development, and provides opportunity to share their ideas and thoughts about worshiping God amongst others their age. The Children's choir meets on Wednesdays from 6-7pm in the CPAW. Contact musicministry@wordtab.net for more information. Life Readiness This program helps people discover a plan for what fits their passion, interests, and skills. It offers guidance through college preparation and career engagement. While this program can help anyone from every population, it is geared toward youth and young adults. ​ Contact Kandyss Thomas at kandyss.thomas@gmail.com for more information Academic Support This program helps students and families navigate the academic world while offering support and tools for success. Offerings include tutoring, academic guidance, seminars, and personal preparation for students’ next steps. ​ Contact wordtabtutoring@gmail.com for more information. Back To Home Pre-Teen | 4th -6th Grade Tuesdays at 7pm The preteen years are an interesting time in which students often find themselves disconnecting from their younger interests but they haven't fully transitioned into teen adolescence. It is also a unique developmental stage for students at home, school, with friends, and at church. The Preteen Ministry aims to help students and families thrive through preteen journey! Learn More Youth | 7th -13th Grade Tuesdays at 7pm In the Word tab Youth Ministry, 7th-13th Grade students can grow, worship, fellowship, serve, and discover their identity and purpose in Christ in a fun and safe environment. Learn More WTC Next Generation Ministries are committed to holistic ministry through spiritual discipleship and social development. We believe in investing in the next generation so that they are empowered to sustain their personal relationship with Christ while THRIVING in life! Children Pre-Teen & Youth College Young Adults Ministries & Programs College Ministry | 18-21 Years Old We also stay connected to all of our Word Tab members who are enrolled in college! You may be at a college campus out of town or one of the three colleges in the Rocky Mount area! Regardless of your location, we are her with you and for you! Learn More Young Adults | 18-29 Years Old You don't have to be a WTC member to join the Young Adult Ministry! Joining will allow you to find like-minded people, develop as an individual, grow spiritually, serve the Church and community, and so much more! Learn More Ministries & Programs

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Plan Your Visit We are glad you have chosen to find out more about us. Here you will discover a warm group of real people dedicated to following our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We invite you to join us at one of our services. ​ Service Times Sunday In-Person: 8:00AM & 10:00AM (Rocky Mount Campus) Online (E-City Campus) 8:00AM & 10:00AM ​ Mid Week Service: Tuesday 7:00PM (Rocky Mount & E-City Campuses) ​ All services are Eastern Standard Time ​ Rocky Mount Campus located at 821 Word Plaza, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. Need directions? Let us help you! Click on the address above for directions. Bring Your Children WTC has a worship service catered just for little ones. Our children's church (birth - 3rd grade) is open during the 10:00AM worship service. 4th grade through highschool students can experience worship with their families or in our designated student section on the front left side of the sanctuary. ​ If you are new to WTC you can Pre-Register your children before you arrive by clicking below. Click here to pre-register your child for Children's Church After Service When service is over, come see us at the Welcome Center. We’d love to welcome you, answer any questions, and give you a gift as a thank-you for coming! What To Expect Feel free to come in the attire that you feel most comfortable worshiping in. As a church, we embrace different types of attire on different Sundays. First S undays - Dressy Black and White Second Sundays - Dressy or "Sunday Best" Third Sundays - Business Casual Fourth & Fifth Sundays - Casual Once you are in the sanctuary, our greeters can help you find a seat. Our services last around 2 hours and include worship, prayer, and biblical teaching. Come and learn what the bible has to say that will enrich our lives. When You Arrive We are so excited about you worshiping with us we have reserved a first time visitor parking space just for you! Just drive towards the main Impact Center doors and parking spaces are located in close proximity. After parking, a WTC greeter is waiting to open the door for you and guide you where you need to go. Turn on your flashers if you would like support from our strong hold keepers when you arrive.

Board of Directors James D. Gailliard Pastor@Wordtab.net Angela Gailliard Angela.Gailliard@Wordtab.net Stephanie Battle Stephanie.Battle@Wordtab.net Gerald Branch Gerald.Branch@Wordtab.net Eddie Mckoy III Eddie.Mckoy@Wordtab.net Belinda Whitaker Belinda.Whitaker@Wordtab.net Ida Arrington Ida.Arrington@Wordtab.net

Kingdom Decisions God’s greatest desire is for us to know Him. To be a Christian is to be in relationship with God. It is the most important commitment you'll ever make and the most important relationship you'll ever have. Whether you are making a decision to get saved, get baptized, or become a member of Word Tabernacle, you are making a great decision that will bring you closer to God. Salvation is a gift from God, through the shed blood of Jesus Christ, which forgives us for our sins and grants us eternal life. Salvation Baptism is an outward confession of your faith, your commitment to God, and obedience to Christ. Click here to get baptized. Baptism Click here if you feel this is where God is leading you as a place to worship Him and serve others to advance His kingdom. Become A Member

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.

Book Store Word Alive Book Store The Word Alive Bookstore provides easy access to relevant books, study materials, gifts and apparel. We welcome you to come in and check out our product of the month which can be found in the Intersections Newsletter. Address: 821 Word Plaza Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Contact Us: Email: Wordalivebookstore@Wordtab.net ​ Hours: Sunday: 8:30 am – 9:00 am & 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday: 6:30pm - 7:00pm

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