Growing Destiny International Ministries from nine members in a hotel conference room to an East End Institution is only the beginning for Pastor Michael H. Smith. Pastor Mike, as his members fondly call him, has been involved in full-time ministry since August of 1994 and founded Destiny in 2001. After the launch of Destiny, Pastor Mike held services in various venues; ranging from a warehouse, a rented church, to the Homewood YWCA, before finally purchasing the former Lemington Elementary Scho

Camille Clarke-Smith is the wife of Pastor Michael Smith married April 8th, 2017. Their hearts connected on the love they have for their African American people. Camille is a Deacon as well as the Programs Director. Mrs. Smith is also a pro fitness competitor owner of Camille's Fitness and is currently pursuing her doctorate at the University of Pittsburgh.

Elder Devin Patterson is head of leadership at Destiny, he is also second in command to Pastor Michael Smith. Devin is a Licensed Counselor and serves as the counselor of the church.

Minister Scean Lawhorne

Mrs. Lawhorn is a Christian Counselor in family and marriage ministry with over 20 years experience. Mrs. Lawhorn has served as a facilitator and partner of Together Pittsburgh, Intercessor for the Cleansing Stream Ministry, and an instructor and mentor for the prison outreach with the Foundation of Hope Licensed as a minister since 2003, Mrs. Lawhorn focus is on helping others to unveil who they are in Christ.

Tiffany Smith is an educator with over 10 years teaching experience including STEM and Conceptual. Originally from Detroit Michigan, she is a firm believer that every day presents a new opportunity to learn and grow.  Tiffany holds a B.S. in Bio-Environmental Engineering from North Carolina A&T State University. She is also the founder and Lead Edu-Play Instructor for S.H.A.P.E.D. (Self-Care, Heath and Physical Education Development).