Prophetess Dr. Bonnie Mitchell
Prophetess Dr. Bonnie R. Mitchell, co-pastor and co-founder of Faith Tabernacle of Praise Ministries in Gainesville and Jacksonville, died on April 14.
She was born on March 17, 1951 in Damascus, Georgia to Wallace and Marie Roberts. The family later moved to Daytona Beach.
A 1970 graduate of Campbell High School, she received an Associate of Arts degree from Pensacola Community College. She graduated from Rutgers University, majoring in public health with a focus on ICU nursing. In addition, she earned a bachelorâs degree in Christian Psychology from Truth Bible College. She also earned a masterâs degree in Clinical Psychology and doctorate degrees in Theology, Clinical Psychology, and Clinical Social Work.