Dr. Barbara Smitherman is a 21^st century Destiny enlightening, kingdom enlarging agent. She is a profound conference speaker prolific Bible teacher, and preacher. She is a published author who has a strong understanding of the Spiritual verses the Natural. She is a pioneering tireless anchor in the Kingdom of God. Dr Smitherman is the founder of a strong Ministry geared toward women the WGW (Women God’s Weapons) Prayer retreat. Dr. Smitherman is a mentor counselor and motivator she is a true beacon of inspiration. Her passion is to help others discover their God given gifting and destiny in the Kingdom. Her mandate is to teach the Gospel and word of God with simplicity and understanding to all ages. Dr. Smitherman is the wife of Elder Douglas Smitherman they have been married over 53 years they have two adult children 9 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

Evangelist Levi is an Ordained Minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, he serves at TOPWC & abroad he serves as the Associate Pastor & Evangelist here. Evangelist Levi has been Ordained since 2015. Levi has a heart for the people and has a commitment to God and his children that is something very special. Levi is Transparent, humble and on Fire for God! He walks in Love, Humility, Power and understanding by the leading of the Holy Spirit, Levi is One to really focus on Bible and reaching the unchurched in areas that the Churched won't usually go, I.E Prisons, Nursing homes, Jails, youth homes, Unhoused encampments and much more! He has been commissioned to Re-Present the Gospel to the World, with the infallible Word of God, presenting God as the God of the Bible! Levi is the founder of the Levis' Evangelistic traveling & outreach Ministry, This Ministry is geared to the shut in, the incarcerated, un-housed community members, outcast, widows and the un-churched.  Evangelist Levi is Heavily involved in his community, he is currently serving as the Ward-1 City councilman in McAlester & also a member of several other Civic organizations at the city, state & federal Level..

Elder Douglas Smitherman is the Husband of Pastor Barbara Smitherman.  He is a retired veteran with 33 years of service to his country. Elder Smitherman was fundamental in the establishment of the Tabernacle of Praise Worship Center and has helped and supported the Ministry in all capacities for the entirety of the 20 years we have been in existence.

He currently holds the positions of the Chief Financial officer as well as Sr. Elder of the Tabernacle of Praise Worship Center.

Evangelist Marilyn Cable is currently serving as the Administrator of Tabernacle of Praise Worship Center.

She graduated from the BSTM in April 2019 with an Evangelical License in the Five-Fold Ministry. In July of the same year she was Ordained as an Evangelist with the full authority as described in 2 Timothy 4:5 to do the work of the Evangelist.

Evangelist Cable is the Wife of Darrell Cable they have been married 34 years with Two grown Children and Two Grandchildren. They have been dedicated servants of the Lord since 1997 and have willing and unselfishly served within any capacity the Lord leads.

Minister Mashell is a licensed and Ordained Teacher in accordance with the call of the 5-Fold Ministry, she is One of the Lead Childrens Church Ministers, she teaches the kids sound & energetic Bible lessons where they can understand it & recite it while having fun in the process! Minister Mashell has been a valued member of the Tabernacle Family for 2 years with her family. She has served for years in Childrens ministry collectively in Ministries around our area devoting her time and knowledge, pouring into the next generation!  Minister Mashell has organized & executed the Vacation Bible school each summer and has created a phenomenal children's Program.

She also is the Lead Transportation Volunteer insuring that people can get to and from our Services safely, a vital position within this Ministry.

Minister Rhonda Thompson is a Licensed and Ordained Teacher of the Gospel in the Five-Fold Ministry. Minister Thompson has a vast knowledge of the Scriptures and teaches the Word with knowledge, simplicity and understanding.

Minister Thompson is the wife of Elder Kendall Thompson and the mother of Two grown boys.  She has been at TOP for over 15 years.