Felicia Whitworth
Children's Minister
Felicia was born and raised in Ada. She met her husband, Barry, at Oklahoma Christian College. They have three children: Lauren, Madison, and Walker. Felicia also has a bonus child, Cheyenne Howell who has lived with the Whitworths for six years. They got to know Cheyenne from Central’s bus ministry. Felicia has worked as Central’s full-time children’s minister for 18 years. In her spare time, she likes to garden, paint, take pictures, and read. She and Barry live on a farm and raise sheep, cows, chickens, 5 dogs, 8 cats, a donkey, and a peacock named Kevin.
Derrick Tharp
Youth Minister
Derrick joined our staff in May of 2021 after ministering in Stillwater for 8 years. He graduated from Oklahoma State University with an undergraduate degree in Strategic Communication and then went on to receive his Masters in Ministry from Oklahoma Christian University. Derrick is married to his much more talented and beautiful wife Elyse and they have two adorable kids named Rowan and Paxton. Derrick is an avid reader and loves to stay caught up on current music, movies, and TV.
Colin Webb
Compassion Clinic Director
Colin serves as director for the Compassion Clinic here in Ada, OK. This medical care ministry started by the Central Church now cooperates with a large number of practicioners, non-profits, and donors to benefit the community of Ada.
Debbie Hallum
Central Bible Academy Director
One of Central’s longest lasting and most successful ministries has been our Central Bible Academy. Following Judy Ross’ retirement in Spring 2023, Debbie became Director for the school which provides Christian education for young children in Ada.