Thomas F. Tumblin

Thomas F. Tumblin serves as Professor of Leadership and Associate Provost at Asbury Theological Seminary, where he has been faculty since 1999 after seventeen years in United Methodist Church ministry. He directs institutional strategy while maintaining academic leadership responsibilities.

His educational credentials include:

• B.A. from Asbury College (1980)
• M.Div. from Asbury Theological Seminary (1984)
• M.A. in Higher Education from University of Michigan (1989)
• Ph.D. in Higher Education from University of Michigan (1997)

Dr. Tumblin's research integrates practical ministry experience with academic scholarship, focusing on organizational leadership dynamics in religious contexts. His expertise in behavioral change methodologies and ecclesiastical decision systems bridges congregational practice and theological education theory, informed by pastorates ranging from 30 to 3,000 attendees and district superintendent roles.

Prior to his associate provost position, he directed Asbury's Doctor of Ministry program for eleven years, mentoring advanced pastoral practitioners. He maintains active consultation with congregations nationwide while shaping seminary-wide academic initiatives as a senior administrator.