Tom Laing was baptized in April 1978, while attending the South Whittier church of Christ. Tom was raised in the city of Long Beach and married Janice Proffitt in 1979. They raised two children who are also members of the Upland congregation. Tom and his family previously worshiped at the South Whittier and La Habra congregations before moving to Rancho Cucamonga in 1989 and placing membership at Upland. During Tom's thirty- three years of service in the church he has taught bible classes to young teens, assisted in facilitating youth activities, taught adult classes in parenting and marriage, and has been the primary coordinator of Upland congregation's fellowships for all members. Tom is retired and besides his servant work with the congregation, he conducts bible studies with a local assisted living facility, volunteers with our community food program, serves on the board for an organization that provides advocate and support services for victims of crime, enjoys spending time with his grandchildren and family, attending sporting events, golf, and traveling. Tom welcomes the opportunity to offer encouragement through prayer and personal assistance and as well sharing the gospel. As part of his duties as an elder, he is responsible for community service, benevolence/members care, fellowship, finance, youth/children, golden agers, and safety servants.