Who We Are

A Legacy of Faith, A Future of Impact

Truth Tabernacle Ministries was founded on Mother’s Day, May 10, 1980, by Reverend Haywood Parker, in obedience to the will and call of God. The church was birthed out of a deep commitment to prayer, the unadulterated Word of God, and a mandate to train and equip believers.

As the founding members sought a place to worship, Deacon William Gaynor played a vital role in securing the church’s first location at 136 Howard Street, Rocky Mount, NC. That storefront sanctuary, though small—just the size of one section of pews in our current location—became the foundation for something far greater. It was there that 15 faithful believers gathered for the first service, igniting a movement that would shape generations.

Rooted in Prayer, Built on the Word, Called to Excellence

From the very beginning, prayer has been our foundation. It has sustained us, guided us, and positioned us for every season of growth. As we move forward, we remain committed to deepening our intercessory focus and ensuring that prayer remains central to everything we do.

The taught Word of God continues to be a high priority, with ongoing opportunities for training, development, and discipleship. We are dedicated to excellence in ministry, identifying training needs, hosting leadership meetings, and offering specialized development sessions to equip the next generation of Kingdom leaders.

2025: The Year to Advance

This year, we are answering God’s call to Advance—to move forward boldly in faith, vision, and purpose. 2025 has been declared The Year to Advance, a divine mandate to step into new dimensions, break barriers, and expand our impact. As a Kingdom church with a Kingdom message, we are committed to advancing our reach, our faith, and our mission in greater ways.

Expanding Our Reach—Embracing the SHIFT

God is calling us to greater. As we step into this season of divine SHIFT, we are embracing both in-person and online experiences to reach more lives than ever before. Our vision is not limited to our physical location—we are called to impact our region and beyond.

As part of this expansion, we are launching TRUTH C.A.R.E.S.—this initiative is focused on:

• Community engagement

• Advocacy for those in need

• Resources to empower individuals and families

• Evangelism that extends beyond church walls

• Support for spiritual and practical growth

A Future Fueled by Faith

As we honor our rich history, we celebrate the faithfulness of God and the countless lives transformed through this ministry. Yet, our greatest days are still ahead. With 2025 as The Year to Advance, we move forward with faith, determination, and expectancy.

Truth Tabernacle Ministries is not just a church—it is a community of believers moving in faith to advance God’s kingdom!  We invite you to be part of what God is doing.

Welcome to Truth Tabernacle—where faith grows, lives change, and the Kingdom advances.