Rev. Dr. Clark Cowden
Dr. Cowden serves as the Interim Head Pastor at Tabernacle Presbyterian Church.
Dr. Steve Smith
Dr. Steve Smith serves as Tab’s part-time Interim Associate Pastor, focusing on pastoral care and mission support. He brings nearly four decades of experience serving churches in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and California.
E: Steve.Smith@tabpres.org
P: 317.923.5458, ext. 130
Jeff Earnest
Jeff Earnest has managed Tab’s facilities since May 2023. Before joining Tab, he spent over eleven years overseeing the building and grounds at Redeemer Presbyterian Church. Jeff plays a vital role in supporting Tab’s ministry and mission by overseeing maintenance, repairs, and planning for future capital improvements, ensuring the church’s spaces remain safe, welcoming, and ready for worship, programs, and community gatherings.
E: Jeff.Earnest@tabpres.org
P: 317.923.5458 Ext 171
Kristine Green
Kristine Green serves as the Tab’s Director of Finance, where she oversees the church’s financial operations. She manages accounts receivable and payable, administers payroll, and ensures that all financial practices align with legal and ethical standards. Kristine is committed to supporting the church’s mission by keeping its resources well stewarded.
E: Kristine.Green@tabpres.org
P: 317.923.5458 Ext 111
Qiana Johnson
Qiana Johnson is our Front Desk Administrator. She manages front desk operations, the church calendar, building reservations, weekly bulletins, Chimes emails, and so much more.
E: Qiana.Johnson@tabpres.org
P:317.923.5458 Ext. 100
Simone Manson
Simone Manson serves as Tab’s Community Ministry Coordinator. She oversees Tab’s Open Door Cafe, Community Care, and all Food Services and she serves as Tab’s representative in the various Local and Community Missions we support.
E: Simone.Manson@tabpres.org
P:317.923.5458 Ext. 104
Bart Ost
Bart Ost serves as Tab’s Director of Spiritual Growth, partnering with Session members and volunteers to develop adult faith formation and enrichment opportunities. He encourages lifelong learning that helps people grow in faith and live it out in daily life.
E: Bart.Ost@tabpres.org
P: 317.923.5458
Pavel Polanco-Safadit
Pavel Polanco-Safadit serves as Tab’s Worship & Music Director. Pavel is passionate about all kinds of music and brings diverse and exciting sounds to Tab’s worship & music.
E: Pavel.Polanco-Safadit@tabpres.org
P: 317.923.5458 Ext. 102
Drs. Amy & Daniel Rexroth
Amy and Daniel Rexroth have served as co-directors of Tab’s Youth Ministries since 2016, guiding teens in their faith journeys and fostering growth, resilience, and spiritual development.
P: 317.923.5458 Ext. 140
Jenny Sturgis
Jenny Sturgis is the Interim Director of Media Ministry, managing the various media touch points used to communicate to Tab members and the community. Jenny is often seen around the church behind a camera or computer, keeping communications flowing. A graduate of Herron School of Art + Design, she enjoys bringing her fine art and art history passions into her work at Tab.
E: Jenny.Sturgis@tabpres.org
P: 317.923.5458 Ext 170
Jennifer Wirt
Jennifer Wirt serves as Tab’s Director of Children’s Ministries, overseeing programs for children from birth through 6th grade. She brings a strong background in music and education, having earned degrees in music and worked as a Registered Music Therapist before completing a Master’s in Education. Jennifer taught Pre-K while her own children were young, and later taught elementary and middle school music.
E: Jennifer.Wirt@tabpres.org
P: 317.923.5458 Ext. 140
