Thomas Edwards

Northside Baptist Church, Kentucky
Public Safety/Community Chaplaincy, Public Safety/Community Chaplaincy, Professional Organizations Chaplaincy
Kentucky
Northside Baptist Church
July 29
As a 501(c)(3) organization, the North American Mission Board respects the intent of givers while retaining discretion over the use of all gifts. Any gifts received above the specific need will be applied where the need is greatest.

About My Family

I was born and raised in Kentucky. My wife, Bobbi, and I met in high school. We were married in 1982 and are blessed with two children and four grandchildren.

I was called into ministry in 1981 and have served as a church planter/pastor and a U.S. Army chaplain. I am a graduate of the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.

About My Ministry

I am an SBC ordained minister, and I serve as a volunteer law enforcement chaplain. Presently, I volunteer with the United States Secret Service.

The law enforcement community is a group of committed individuals and families who face many stressors and dangerous circumstances. I am blessed to have the opportunity to interact and be available.

SBC Chaplaincy

Chaplaincy is a vital frontline ministry and extension of the local church. Chaplains reach the lost among the thousands of men and women in the U.S. Armed Forces, correctional facilities, healthcare settings, public safety, disaster relief sites and corporate environments. SBC Chaplains care for the broken, offer hope to the hopeless and advance the gospel of Jesus Christ in hard to reach places.
The qualifications expected of a Southern Baptist applying for endorsement as a chaplain or counselor are established by the using agency and the Chaplains Commission, SBC. These qualification requirements vary according to the type of chaplaincy or counseling ministry involved but all are expected to meet a high level of ministerial competence.

Pray

Pray for boldness to share the gospel and open hearts among the people to whom I minister. Pray for people to come to saving faith in Jesus. Pray for more to become missionaries and chaplains.

Participate

Commit to long-term prayer support. Explore the opportunities to extend the reach of your church by becoming a chaplain. Be involved in supporting chaplains and their families. Send notes of encouragement. Talk with a chaplain about his or her ministry context. Send resources that support a chaplain's ministry context. Pray for chaplains and their families.
Many missionaries build a team to join their ministry in prayer, participation, and provision. These friends, family and churches support missionaries beyond the tithes and offerings given within the church plant. Visit sendnetwork.com/PlanterFunding for NAMB's policy on providing for church plants.
EMPTY POSITION