Five ways to describe him… Loves Jesus, Disciplined, Dependable, Makes Things Happen, Loves His Wife

What he does at First Free…Tom is in charge of the day to day operation of the church. He develops and manages the church budget along with developing and implementing policies and procedures for church operations. He manages all Human Resource functions, special projects, and scheduling of the building. The office Support Staff reports to Tom.

He also decides when it’s time to clean out the office refrigerator.

Family Life… Tom has been married to Robin since 1989 and between them they have four grown children and nine grandchildren. Sadly, only three of the nine live in Wichita. Robin is a fifth grade school teacher at Wineteer Elementary in the Derby School District. They share their Riverside home with two Persian cats – Spike and Hammie.

Life before First Free… Tom worked for 20 years in Administration in Boeing’s Military and Commercial Divisions.

What He’s Passionate about... Growing his relationship with Jesus Christ, loving his wife, his job, golf, and grilling on a charcoal grill.

What’s Changed His Life the Most... Coming to know Jesus Christ, marrying Robin, and participating in three trips to aid the victims of hurricane Katrina in New Orleans.

Where Are You Likely to Find Him When’s He’s Not at Church...Going to the movies with Robin, playing golf with his buddies, or working in the yard.

What Will You Find on His iPod... An eclectic mix of the dramatization of the New Testament, Passion Ministries praise CD’s, some Eagles, and a little Pink Floyd.