Announcing the Appointment of Rev. Dr. Tom Pasmore as the New Delaware District Superintendent
March 21, 2024
The Rev. Dr. Tom Pasmore has been appointed by Bishop LaTrelle Easterling to serve as the new superintendent of the Delaware District of The Peninsula-Delaware Annual Conference, beginning on July 1, 2024. In this pivotal role, Pasmore brings a wealth of experience, a deep commitment to community-based ministries, and a steadfast dedication to the Gospel.
"As we continue to emerge from the pandemic and find some sense of normality and stability,” Pasmore said, “I'm hoping to continue to invite the district to be open and welcoming, as well as looking for ways to get outside of their buildings to do the work that we're called to in the community."
Bishop Easterling is excited to invite Rev. Pasmore to join the appointive cabinet. “Rev. Tom Pasmore is first and foremost a committed disciple of Jesus Christ. This profound grounding has led to fruitfulness in all his appointments. He also leads by example, including his participation in the leadership and development opportunities provided by the district and conference. Further, he has a heart for God’s people and an unwavering love for The United Methodist Church,” said Bishop LaTrelle Easterling. “As a leader, he is blessed with gifts of boldness, faithfulness, and innovation. He will carry these traits with him as the new superintendent of the Delaware District.”
As a denomination, we are entering a new season, the bishop said. “Rev. Pasmore’s empathy, discipline and his devotion to God, will serve us well as, together, we continue to create and nurture vital congregations and make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.”
A superintendent is an ordained Elder, appointed by the bishop, to serve as the missional strategist and a supervisor of pastors and local churches within a district. The Delaware District, situated within the state of Delaware, is made up of 113 churches and 101 clergy members.
"My journey in ministry has been marked by a profound calling to lead local churches in embracing community-based ministries and living out the Gospel message," Pasmore said.
Pasmore's journey to ministry began about 20 years ago, sparked by a chance encounter at a church event. Little did he know that a simple conversation about football and faith would ignite a lifelong commitment to serving others.
Recalling the pivotal moment, he shared, "My call came 20 years ago, in 2003. It really developed as a result of a weekend at a Walk to Emmaus. … I felt led to do more. It's been a journey where I feel God has given me everything I need."
Pasmore’s commitment to community is evident through his involvement in initiatives such as the Code Purple shelter in Milford and the ministries of Richardson Park Community Action Program. "We need to help embrace and meet families where they are," he said.
Before assuming the role of district superintendent, Pasmore served in various pastoral roles, including at Avenue UMC in Milford, Richardson Park UMC in Wilmington, and Hope UMC in Dover, Delaware.
Pasmore said that as he makes this transition into the superintendency, he’ll be embracing 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 as his guiding Scripture, “Keep alert; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.”
He is an advocate for solid leadership, courage, and an unwavering focus on love as the cornerstones of effective ministry and community engagement. "I envision my role as one of empowering churches within the district to fulfill their calling to be the hands and feet of Christ in their communities," he said. "God is going to do the work, but I'm hopefully there to help facilitate what the congregations are going to need moving forward to be vital points in the communities where they find themselves.”
Bishop Easterling invites us into a time of prayer for the Pasmore and Archie families, as well as Asbury United Methodist Church Salisbury Maryland during this time of transition.
"As we continue to emerge from the pandemic and find some sense of normality and stability,” Pasmore said, “I'm hoping to continue to invite the district to be open and welcoming, as well as looking for ways to get outside of their buildings to do the work that we're called to in the community."
Bishop Easterling is excited to invite Rev. Pasmore to join the appointive cabinet. “Rev. Tom Pasmore is first and foremost a committed disciple of Jesus Christ. This profound grounding has led to fruitfulness in all his appointments. He also leads by example, including his participation in the leadership and development opportunities provided by the district and conference. Further, he has a heart for God’s people and an unwavering love for The United Methodist Church,” said Bishop LaTrelle Easterling. “As a leader, he is blessed with gifts of boldness, faithfulness, and innovation. He will carry these traits with him as the new superintendent of the Delaware District.”
As a denomination, we are entering a new season, the bishop said. “Rev. Pasmore’s empathy, discipline and his devotion to God, will serve us well as, together, we continue to create and nurture vital congregations and make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.”
A superintendent is an ordained Elder, appointed by the bishop, to serve as the missional strategist and a supervisor of pastors and local churches within a district. The Delaware District, situated within the state of Delaware, is made up of 113 churches and 101 clergy members.
"My journey in ministry has been marked by a profound calling to lead local churches in embracing community-based ministries and living out the Gospel message," Pasmore said.
Pasmore's journey to ministry began about 20 years ago, sparked by a chance encounter at a church event. Little did he know that a simple conversation about football and faith would ignite a lifelong commitment to serving others.
Recalling the pivotal moment, he shared, "My call came 20 years ago, in 2003. It really developed as a result of a weekend at a Walk to Emmaus. … I felt led to do more. It's been a journey where I feel God has given me everything I need."
Pasmore’s commitment to community is evident through his involvement in initiatives such as the Code Purple shelter in Milford and the ministries of Richardson Park Community Action Program. "We need to help embrace and meet families where they are," he said.
Before assuming the role of district superintendent, Pasmore served in various pastoral roles, including at Avenue UMC in Milford, Richardson Park UMC in Wilmington, and Hope UMC in Dover, Delaware.
Pasmore said that as he makes this transition into the superintendency, he’ll be embracing 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 as his guiding Scripture, “Keep alert; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.”
He is an advocate for solid leadership, courage, and an unwavering focus on love as the cornerstones of effective ministry and community engagement. "I envision my role as one of empowering churches within the district to fulfill their calling to be the hands and feet of Christ in their communities," he said. "God is going to do the work, but I'm hopefully there to help facilitate what the congregations are going to need moving forward to be vital points in the communities where they find themselves.”
Bishop Easterling invites us into a time of prayer for the Pasmore and Archie families, as well as Asbury United Methodist Church Salisbury Maryland during this time of transition.