The Basics

Growing up in West Lafayette I am a fan of the black and gold! My undergraduate degree was in psychology followed by graduate level education in industrial/organizational psychology. I spent 26 years in recreation management/business administration before answering the call to ministry in 2003. While I achieved my Masters of Divinity degree at Anderson School of Theology I held a similar role to my present position at an area church. I have a lovely, loving wife who pours into the lives of her patients as an RN and four wonderful children Tristin, Steven, Abby and Alexis. I love the outdoors, working on home improvements, tennis, and reading. Oh yeah….we have a black Chihuahua named Tater Tot…..he’s family.

Recommended Reading List

"Courageous Leadership"
by Bill Hybells

"The Unnecessary Pastor: Rediscovering the Call"
by Marva Dawn, Eugene Peterson

"Emotionally Healthy Spirituality"
by Peter Scazzero

"Christ Centered Preaching"
by Bryan Chapell

"Church Next: Quantum Changes in How We Do Ministry"
by Eddie Gibbs

Rick Thompson

Administrative Pastor/Prayer Pastor

My responsibilities at church are....To oversee the financial and physical assets of Northview and serve as the leader of general church administration and human resource development.

My favorite thing about being at Northview is...Being a part of a Spirit-filled Body of Christ while at work and while at worship!

If I had my dream vacation I’d...Be catching fish in the ocean during the morning and spending the afternoon with my family on the beach

If you want to read a good book get..."The Daily Bible: In Chronological Order 365 Daily Readings. NIV with devotional insights – available at Capstone

If I could do a hobby for a living I’d...Collect things: Coins, Steiff Bears, Sports Memorabilia….something!

My favorite team to cheer for is...The Colts

The best movie I’ve ever seen is..."The Passion of The Christ. Puts things into perspective….every time I watch it

My most rewarding volunteer activity is...Going on mission trips/Sharing Christ with others in whatever form

If I didn't work at Northview I’d...Ask God, “OK…Now where do you want me to serve?”