About Us

Apostle Dr. Joyce and Elder Michael Lemmon

Apostle Dr. Joyce Yvette Lemmon 

Beginning her Christian journey at the age of 3, Apostle Dr. Joyce Yvette Lemmon answered the call to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ on October 4, 1989 under the leadership of the late Elder Edward McCall and was later ordained to the office of Elder in September 1992. During her tenure at the St. Paul Church of Christ, Disciples of Christ, Apostle Lemmon served in many leadership capacities that would prepare her for what God had for her in the future.

As she continued to serve at St. Paul, the Lord spoke to Apostle Lemmon concerning the birthing of a ministry designed to be a dwelling place for those who needed to be set free, rescued and liberated through the hearing of the Word of God. Submitting to the will of her Father the Deliverance Tabernacle Church of Christ was born on October 4, 1996 and Apostle Lemmon was consecrated to the office of Senior Pastor/Overseer by her pastors Apostles Martin and Michelle Johnson in October 1999.

Under her pastorate at Deliverance Tabernacle, the Lord has expanded the ministry through the establishing of the “ Vision of Praise and Vision of Praise II praise dancers, the Deliverance Tabernacle Steppers, the Deliverance Music and Youth Ministries, M.O.M (Men's Outreach Ministry) and R.E.A.C.H. Women’s Ministry. Our newest venture is the establishing of the Deliverance Tabernacle Bible Institute, where Apostle Lemmon is President/Spiritual Advisor. This school is open to all to come and learn more about the Word of God. In addition, the ministry has been blessed to fulfill various needs of our youth within the community.

Continuing to preach the Gospel and adhering to will of her Father, Apostle Joyce Yvette Lemmon has received many awards and recognition. She received her Bachelors of Theology Degree on Saturday, May 19, 2001 from the Lighthouse Christian College; she was affirmed to the office of the Apostle by her pastors in May of 2005, and she received an honorary Doctorate of Divinity Degree from ABG Seminary on Saturday, May 31, 2008.

Last, but definitely not least, on Apostle Lemmon is the wife to Elder Michael Lemmon and together they have 3 wonderful children: Donniese, Andrea and Michael Brandon.  She is also blessed with one granddaughter who has stolen her heart, Jeanelle Serenity Narai Barrow.

It is the future endeavor of Apostle Lemmon and Deliverance Tabernacle to expand its borders and continue to be obedient to the will of the Father. The Lord has been especially good to Apostle Dr. Lemmon and with His help she will continue to stand on His Word, which is a SURE foundation.

ELDER MICHAEL LEMMON I

Elder Michael Lemmon I, born on January 15, 1955 in St. George, South Carolina to Mrs. Ollia Anderson, began his Christian journey at the age 3.

After moving to Brooklyn, New York, Michael became an active member of the St. Paul’s Church of Christ, Disciples of Christ under the leadership of the late Bishop William Johnson, D.D.

Michael became a member of the renowned St. Paul’s Children’s Choir, Drum & Bugle Corp and Youth/Voices For Christ Choir in which he was elected as the first Vice President. In later years Michael also became a member of the St. Paul’s Male Chorus and William Johnson Chorus.

While attending Boys High School, Michael was accepted into the ABC (A Better Chance) Program, which allowed him to attend the Darrow Preparatory School located in New Lebanon, New York. Upon graduation, he attended Hamline University located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Michael obtained many academic achievements throughout his educational career. In addition, he had the opportunity to play Varsity Football where he acquired the name “Sugar Bear”.

In 1974, Michael returned to Brooklyn, re-established his membership at St. Paul and rejoined the St. Paul Voices For Christ. It was here where he met his sweetheart and love of his life Ms. Joyce Yvette Watson. Michael and Yvette were married on August 20, 1977 and have been married almost 37 years. They are blessed with three children: Donniese, Andrea, Michael Brandon and one granddaughter Jeanelle.

As his Christian walk progressed, Michael was asked by his Pastor, the late Elder Edward McCall to consider becoming a Deacon. Michael consented and in 1992 he was ordained a Deacon. In 1996, Michael and Yvette Lemmon left St. Paul to begin a new work, which is now known as The Deliverance Tabernacle Church of Christ.

Though somewhat content as a Deacon, Michael’s Christian journey continued and in May 1999 he preached his initial sermon at the Deliverance Tabernacle Church of Christ where his wife Apostle Joyce Lemmon serves as Pastor. He was later ordained to the office of Elder in September 2001.

Elder Michael Lemmon serves as Chairman of the Bd. of Deacons and liaison for the Shepherd’s Ministry. Elder Lemmon has since retired from the New York City Transit Authority where he was employed for over 25 years.

To God Be The Glory For All The Things He Has Done!