The caring and loving leadership of Union Baptist Church promotes warmth, fostering a sense of belonging and support within the congregation. Their genuine concern for individuals' spiritual and personal well-being creates an environment where members feel encouraged and uplifted on their walk with God.
Brother Brad was born at Fort Polk, and lived in Louisiana until he was 12 years old. Having been saved at the age of 8 years old, he spent his teenage years in Georgia.
In 2001, he and Mrs Jennifer got married and they now have 4 sons. In 2009 the Lord called brother Brad to preach, and in 2012 they moved to Florien, after his dad, brother John Thompson came to pastor Union.
In 2021, brother Brad became assistant pastor at UBC. In 2023 brother John stepped down from pastoring for health reasons, and brother Brad was voted in as pastor.
Brother Brad is a third generation pastor of UBC, following his father, and his grandfather having pastored UBC in the 60’s and 70’s.