Our Leadership

Bishop M.K. Smith

Myron K. Smith serves as the Senior Pastor-Teacher of Christ Temple of Praise Church in Wilson, NC. This awesome ministry is transforming and touching lives throughout the Eastern North Carolina region. Pastor Smith envisions Christ Temple as a conduit of Gods love and power as it reaches out to Wilson and surrounding areas and makes an eternal impact for the Gospel of Christ.  Pastor Smiths footsteps have been divinely ordered of God to Wilson from Washington D.C. to manifest the glory of God and display excellence in ministry.

A sincere family man married for over 30 years to a devoted wife, First Lady Karen A. Smith. They are the proud parents of two wonderful daughters, Krystal and Kendall. This faith filled and anointed young man has a heart to impact the people of God with the wonderful gospel of Jesus Christ. Pastor Smith received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Religion and Philosophy from Shaw University, graduating with High Honors Summa cum Laude.  He has also studied at the North Carolina Central University, School of Law. Pastor Smith understands the challenges of today and uniquely teaches and preaches to meet the needs of the 21st Century.