Five ways to describe him: Husband, father, patriot, reflective, laughs a lot.
What other people are saying about him: He was known as “Big Bird” early in his career in regard to his unique approach to leadership.
Family man: Tom has been married to his high-school sweetheart, Claudette for 36 years. They have built a life together with their daughter Megan.
What makes him laugh: Real life situations that turn out to be funnier than anything that could have been contrived.
What makes him cry: Soldiers killed in battle and injustice in the world.
What he loves: Sitting on his deck with Claudette and burning something on the grill.
What he hates: To see the University of Alabama lose in football.
What is his dream for ministry? That we have a congregation that loves God, loves each other, and who seek to be disciples of Jesus Christ.
His inspiration: Faith is the only thing we have that gives lasting hope.
Most likely to be when Divine inspiration hits: Early in the morning as he studies and reflects on God’s Word
A few of his hobbies: gardening, stamp collecting, reading, and being a gym rat.
What he thinks about the church today: Our challenge is making sure White River Christian Church, not only survives, but is thriving in the year 2050.