OUR LEADER
Pastor Michael W. Thomas, Sr. of Elba, Alabama, embodies the spirit of a close-knit, faith-centered community brimming with love. From an early age, he cultivated a deep compassion for serving and caring his community. A proud graduate of Elba High School in 1992, he enhanced his skills at Lurleen B. Wallace Community College, earning certifications in welding, automotive mechanics, and roofing—essential trades that support his ministry work.
Pastor Thomas is a beacon of hope and compassion for the youth, sharing his own journey from a life entangled in gang violence and alcoholism to one transformed by faith. As a young man, following the tragic loss of a dear friend, he surrendered his life to the Lord during a powerful tarrying service, where he experienced salvation, deliverance from addiction, and the filling of the Holy Ghost. This pivotal moment ignited his passion for street ministry across southeastern Alabama, where he tirelessly worked to lead souls to Christ. Through food distributions, youth outreach, mentoring, and revival gatherings, the fire of evangelism brumed brightly, inspiring others with his personal testimony and unwavering commitment to the Kingdom.
In 2001, being divinely directed, Pastor Thomas relocated to Houston, Texas, where he formally acknowledged his calling to preach the gospel in 2004. He faithfully serving as pastoral armor bearer, Sunday School teacher, caring for the senior saints, street ministry, and tending to the upkeep of the Lord’s house. Indeed, Elder Thomas' life exemplifies Ecclesiastes 9:10a: “Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might.” He was licensed as a minister in 2008, graduated from the T.D. Iglehart School of Ministry in 2015, and in 2017, was ordained as an Elder in the Church of God in Christ by of Bishop Samuel E. Iglehart upon the recommendation of Superintendent Tisdell in Texas Southwest Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction. On March 21, 2026, Elder Michael Thomas was formally installed as Pastor of Prince of Peace Church of God in Christ. This sacred appointment follows the recommendation of the revered church founders, Pastor Emeritus Miliam Allen and Missionary Helen Allen, under the divine episcopal oversight of Bishop Maurice Green Jr., Prelate of the Texas Southwest First Jurisdiction
God has placed a burning desire within Pastor Michael Thomas to guide others to know the liberation and joy that comes with accepting Jesus Christ as their personal savior and experience the many benefits of having a personal relationship with God. His hands and feet are dedicated to being a right now demonstration of Jesus' compassion in the earth, and his voice is a trumpet declaring the gospel of Jesus Christ, sharing divine insight to empower Christians to victoriously daily living.
Serving faithfully by his side, is Lady Cindi Thomas of whom they have been blessed to enjoy over 20 years of marriage. A licensed Evangelist Missionary of the Church of God in Christ and Registered Nurse, Lady Cindi is committed to show the care and love of Jesus Christ and lives a life dedicated to the improvement and development of the total man, naturally, spiritually, and professionally. To this Godly union, they are the proud parents of three beautiful, accomplished children, Michael, Jr., Christopher, and Hannah.
Pastor Michael Thomas stands committed to shepherding God’s flock with integrity and compassion, by precept and example, being fed and led by the spirit of God.
Pastor Michael & Lady Cindi Thomas
The Thomas Family
