Thomas A KilianRaised and toughened in the swamplands of North Carolina, Kilian has lived in a tent within conflict zones, built a thatched hut, and opened his first ceramic studio in 2007. He's been a wood mill laborer, interior painter, pastor, and administrativeassistant - from mopping floors to meeting with dignitaries. Kilian is experienced in eating ice cream, collecting hot sauces, and dancing in store aisles. During summer, you may find him hiking with his Boxador in the Blue Ridge Mountains. On the weekends, he preaches in the Roanoke Region of Virginia.Kilian is an ordained evangelist and candidate for a Masters in Theological Studies at NationsUniversity(R). In 2018, Kilian received the Stone-Campbell Promising Scholar Award. He travels widely, speaking and teaching in many different contexts, helping people of various backgrounds, ages, and occupations to manage the triumphs and catastrophes of life. As Communications Director for MERCYPARTNERS(R), he travels to remote areas within North and East Africa empowering locals through equal partnerships. Read More Read Less