Matthew A. Thomas has been an active part of the Free Methodist Church
since 1979, serving in a variety of roles that include pastor, church planter,
missionary and superintendent. He has served throughout the Columbia River
Conference, the Northern Philippine Conference, and on many denominational
boards, committees and task forces. Matt was consecrated as bishop of the FMCNA
on July 13, 2007.
A passionate commitment to evangelism, discipleship and leadership development
has been foundational for Matt's life in ministry. He has been actively engaged
in sharing Christ with the unsaved, praying with them to receive salvation and
helping them grow to maturity.
Matt has been married to Marlene for 32 years. They have three sons and one
daughter, all of whom are married - Luke & Jennifer, Mitch & Chelsea, Sam &
Christy, and Charese & David. They are blessed that all are serving in ministry
either as volunteers or vocationally. They also have two beautiful
granddaughters and two handsome grandsons - Jalen, Jordan, Andrew and Eli.
