Tom Tift
Associate Pastor, Director of Congregational Care and Worship
Tom Tift was born in Macon, Georgia and moved to Boca Raton in 1996 after having lived previously in Pineville, Louisiana and New York City. Tom earned an undergraduate degree from that football powerhouse, Vanderbilt University and a Ph.D. in Theatre from the University of Illinois. Prior to joining the FUMC staff in 1998, he had worked as an employment specialist, a college professor, a business communication consultant, and the organist coach for a minor league baseball team. Tom and his wife, Jana, have two sons, Madison and Nelson, who live "just around the corner" in Washington state.
What is your favorite scripture?:
Luke, Chapter 3
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
Golf, crossword puzzles, and walking.
What is your favorite characteristic of Jesus?:
His ability to live in the moment each and every moment.
Who inspires you?:
Kind, joyful people.
