Tom Sine is a seasoned educator, community development expert, and foresight strategist who has dedicated his career to empowering followers of Jesus, churches, and Christian mission organizations to navigate a rapidly changing world. For 24 years, he served as a faculty member teaching "Christian World in Changing Times" at Fuller Seminary's Seattle extension, equipping students with the knowledge to anticipate and adapt to emerging challenges. With a passion for international community development, Tom spent seven impactful years heading a project for World Concern in Haiti. During this time, he honed his skills in anticipating and responding to the incoming waves of change, a vital aspect of his professional journey. Since the inception of Earth Day in 1970, Tom's vocation has revolved around three essential "dance steps" for the future. First, he emphasizes the significance of learning from environmental planners and urban innovators who are at the forefront of recognizing the accelerating pace of change in our world. Second, Tom encourages aggressive research into innovative responses to stay ahead of these changes. And finally, he advocates selecting responses that align with the teachings of Jesus to create a positive impact on lives, churches, and ministries. Tom earned a Ph.D. in history with a minor in strategic foresight. Over three decades, he has collaborated with various churches, non-profit organizations like Habitat for Humanity and Tear Fund UK, and college students and recent graduates to forge new paths and make a difference in the face of turbulence. ******************************************************************************** Currently, Tom leads Futures Creativity Workshops, enabling followers of Jesus and congregations to anticipate challenges and explore innovative possibilities through brainstorming in small groups. His ultimate goal is to foster creative responses that align with Jesus' teachings, enhancing lives, churches, and neighborhoods. Currently residing in an intergenerational community called the Mustard Seed House in Seattle, Tom and his wife Christine, alongside their pup Goldie, embody a new way of living for the 2020s. They actively engage in sharing meals, liturgy, gardening, and generous hospitality with six other residents, setting an example of communal living with a focus on the future. A collaborative effort with his friend Dwight Friesen, 2020s Foresight: Three Vital Practices for Thriving in a Decade of Accelerating Change, published by Fortress Press, presents practical strategies for Christian leaders and educators to navigate the challenges of the times. Tom and Dwight also offer 2020s Foresight Webinars, empowering others to anticipate change, innovate, and align their responses with the teachings of Jesus.
