Staff and Leadership

Get to know our pastors and staff

Meet our Leadership & Staff

Say hello to the leadership team at Calvary Tabernacle. Got questions for the lead team at Calvary? Contact us by clicking here.

Billy Dupree - Senior Pastor

"Good morning, Holy Ghost!" - Pastor Billy

Billy Dupree was among the small group that founded First Pentecostal Church (now Calvary Tabernacle) in Queen City, Texas, in August 1963. He has been serving Calvary Tabernacle as Senior Pastor since 1978. He is married to his wife, Peggy Dupree.

Julie Elliott - Office Administrator

Julie Elliott came on staff in March of 2017. Since then, she has served as Calvary's office administrator. Julie is married to her husband Brad and has two children, Eli and Ellie June. Her hobbies include messing with her "girls" (chickens), and her plants. Her favorite movie is Sweet Home Alabama.

Denise Thomas - Nursery Director

Denise Thomas accepted the Nursery Director position in August of 2025, but has been on staff in the nursery long before then. She is known at Calvary Tabernacle for her heart for the youngest members of the church. Her favorite scripture is Psalm 46:10.

Diane Wilkerson - Church Facilities Custodian

Diane Wilkerson started coming to Calvary Tabernacle in 1993 and has been faithfully cleaning the church since 2000. She keeps the church in pristine shape. She has three grown daughters, 8 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild and counting. Diane loves spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Jessica Chiles - Social Media Lead

Jessica Chiles came on staff in the Fall of 2024. Jessica is married to her husband Rusty Chiles, and is a mother to 7 children. She serves in several roles at the church but you are likely to see her with a camera in hand.

Current Open Staff Positions

We currently have staff positions in our nursery department Including:


Nursery Staff – $15/hour

Position Summary:

Nursery Staff provide care and supervision for children ages 0–3 during church services and events. This role helps create a safe, loving space where young children are nurtured and parents feel confident of their childrens care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Care for children during services and events
  • Ensure the nursery is clean, safe, and organized
  • Follow safety, hygiene, and check-in/out procedures
  • Engage with children through age-appropriate play
  • Work under the direction of the Nursery Director
  • Support volunteers and help maintain a calm atmosphere
  • Communicate with parents in a friendly, helpful manner
  • Model Christ-like love, patience, and care for all children

Qualifications:

  • Experience with young children preferred but not necessary
  • Age 18+
  • Dependable, patient, and team-oriented
  • Completed background check


Thank you for your interest in joining the Calvary Tabernacle Nursery Team!

Apply below or submit your applications to our church office Mon-Wed from 9 AM- 3 PM or during church hours to a staff member. Once received, our team will reach out to schedule an interview and guide you through the background check process.


We look forward to meeting you and seeing how you might bless our little ones and their families!