Meet The Team

Lead Pastor

Thomas Perkins

Pastor Thom is a co-founder of Sojourn Community Church, a seed that was planted in 2007 and blossomed into a fully established church in 2012.

Thom assumed the roles of Associate Pastor and Worship Leader before taking on the position of Lead Pastor in 2023. His role at Sojourn also extends into education as he serves as the Director of Sojourn's Equip School of Biblical Training.

Thom is blessed with a loving wife, Missy, and four wonderful children. Their three grown children have followed in their parents' path, serving in various ministries within the Sojourn community. A proud graduate of Cairn University (1996), Thom holds pastoral credentials through the Christian & Missionary Alliance, reflecting his lifelong dedication and commitment to serving the spiritual community.

Abigail Glancey

Worship Leader

Abigail Glancey started singing and playing guitar when she was 11 years old, and her musical gifting became obvious to all when she started writing her own music not too long after.

She has been part of the Sojourn worship team since she was 17 years old and took the position as Worship Leader in 2022. Her loving and talented husband Robert serves alongside her as Sojourn's drummer.

Abigail thanks God daily for giving her the ability to play and write. Life is a beautiful gift and there is always a song to be sung!

Theresa Carter

Administrative Assistant

Theresa has dedicated and served the Lord in the body of Christ for over 40 years. She has consistently demonstrated faithfulness, committing wholeheartedly to every task she undertook.

Theresa's service progressed from assisting to leading in various areas of ministry, including preaching the gospel through artistic worship such as music, song, dance, and pantomime.

Additionally, Theresa has served in many administrative and ministry of helps leadership roles; and immensely enjoys serving God and Sojourn Community Church with the same heartfelt devotion, through the grace of her Lord, Jesus.

Matthew Carter

Youth Director

Matthew Carter has been attending Sojourn Community Church since 2020. He is a graduate of Stockton University and has completed the Equip School of Biblical Training.

Matthew serves as Sojourn’s Youth Director alongside his wife Caitlyn. His heart is to disciple the future generations of youth and young adults to be true followers of Jesus Christ. Matthew is also involved in various ministries here at Sojourn Community Church.

Shaina Gibbs

Children's Ministry Director

Shaina has been a part of Sojourn Community Church for 15 years, alongside her husband Rob. They have two sons, Leo (5) and Jett (3). Shaina is the oldest of 5 and always had a love for children. Growing up, she worked in children's ministry as a young teen and has always been involved with kids' church since then. Shaina absolutely loves running Sojourn's Children's Ministry and is blessed to be a part of shaping the young hearts here at Sojourn.