Reverend Tom Warren has served as Pastor of Peace United Church of Christ in Greensboro, North Carolina, since 2013. Originally from Oneida, New York—a small community near Syracuse—Tom developed a love for music and backpacking during his youth. These passions continue today through annual Appalachian Trail hikes (with over 600 miles completed) and musical performances at local venues, where he sings and plays guitar to the classics of the 1960s through the 1980s.

Tom is married to Kimberly Miller, a licensed professional therapist. Together, they have two adult children: Daniel and Abigail, both of whom are currently working and pursuing further education.

His pastoral journey includes previous calls in New Orleans, Louisiana, and Pleasant Hill, Tennessee. A graduate of Eden Theological Seminary, Tom received the Grauer Award for Pastoral Promise and was later honored with an Honorary Doctorate in 2011 for his dedication to pastoral ministry and social justice. Ordained in the United Church of Christ since 1996, he also holds a Master’s degree in Sociology from the University of South Florida, where he was recognized in 2014 with the department’s Excellent Alumni Award.

A commitment to evangelism, Biblical theology, creation care, interfaith dialogue, pastoral care, and social justice marks Rev. Warren’s ministry. He also co-chairs the UCC Cuba Study Seminar, an annual 10-day cultural immersion program, alongside his wife, Kim. The next trip is scheduled for January 2026.

Tom is honored to serve on the staff of the Southern Conference UCC and is enthusiastic about connecting with and supporting the congregations of the Western North Carolina Association in faithful ministry and mission.