Tom, with wife Barb.
Tom: Board Chairperson
I first became connected with The Shepherd Center through my son Matt, who was a missionary in Uganda. Matt has had an on-going relationship with Patrick since his early days in Uganda and as one of the first students in ABIDE (a discipleship program Matt created in 2008). I developed a friendship with Patrick during those early days and enjoyed taking part with him in his journey towards making his vision for TSC a reality. I have been a supporter of the ministry early on and then it took a different turn in 2015 when Patrick asked if I would develop a U.S. Board for TSC and serve as its Chairman. I told him I would work with Matthew (a board member, not my son) to establish a board and pursue stabilizing the ministry which had fallen on hard times in 2014 and early 2015. The rest is now history.
Elaine, with husband Bruce.
Elaine: Board Member
In 2010 my husband, Bruce, and I established Whole World Ministries and began traveling and went into full time ministry. I first met the street boys of Kabale in 2013. I knew in my heart that God was calling me to help these boys. Twice a year we would visit and minister to them, but I wanted to do more. In 2015 Bruce and I went to our first Christian Alliance For Orphans (CAFO) Summit to learn how we could best serve them. After much prayer, I connected with Tom, who connected me with Patrick. After meeting with Patrick in 2016 I knew he was my answer to prayer.
Matt, with wife Crystal & family.
Matt: Board Member
Patrick has been my friend and brother in Christ since 2002. My family lived in Uganda for 10 years and built a partnership with Patrick as the vision for the Shepherd Center began. It continues with my participation on the US Board. I strive to provide insight on cross cultural dynamics for the highest autonomy of the Ugandan organization.
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Bob Beil, with wife Maria and two Grandchildren.
Bob: Board Member
Tom introduced me to The Shepherd Center while we were both attending The Crossroads Church, & shortly thereafter I began my first sponsorship. That led to three sponsorships & an request to serve on the Board. I believe that when God puts opportunities to serve in front of us, “no” is not an acceptable answer. I’m humbled to be a part of this vital ministry.
Pastor Ellis, and wife Laura.
Pastor Ellis: Board Member
As Care Pastor of Crossroads Church, the mission team sponsored me to visit Uganda and the Shepherd Center. While there, I ministered to the boys and met with our church’s sponsored boys one on one. I also was afforded the opportunity to preach at a local church to the youth. Patrick and I have developed a brotherhood that only can be described as a “God Thing.” I knew that my tie to the Shepherd Center was one that needed to continue. Therefore when the opportunity was presented to me to become a board member, this was an answer to my prayer! .