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Thomas Deadrick
1 published role across the LCMS as listed in the 2026 Convention Workbook directory.
Triennium history: also appears in the 2023 Convention Workbook directory. See cross-year roles below, or the historical 2023 profile.
2026 Convention candidate
Running in 2026: LCMS Board of Directors — At-Large Lay
- Congregation
- Faith, Pierre SD
- Profession
- Atty./Deputy Secy. of State
- LCMS member
- 36 yrs
Personal statement
As defined by our Constitution a member of the Board of Directors serves as a legal representative of LCMS business affairs and custodian of all LCMS property. My interest has developed over the more than 12 years that I've served on the Synod's Commission on Constitutional Matters, carefully and deliberatively crafting official opinions that addressmany of our challenges: shrinking congregations, universities, and routes to the ministry. Those challenges present opportunities for church growth. Guided by the Holy Spirit, Scripture, and our Lutheran Confessions, I will use my legal training and professional experience to face challenges, explore opportunities, and faithfully serve my Savior and His church.
Service history (12 entries)
Synod service
Years- 13
District service
Years- Mercy and Miss. Couns4
- Legal Couns. 6
Congregation service
Years- Elder9
- Chm. Cong3
Other service
Years- Drafted Articles of Org. for Dakota and S. Dakota
- Atty39
- Human Rights Com. and Chm. for S. Dakota39
- Uniform Law Comm1
- S. Dakota Code Com8
- Spkr. of S. Dakota House of Representatives1
- Deputy Secy. of State 6
Cross-year history
2026·2023|0 continuing
- 2026Vice-Chairmanterm 2026New for this year
- 2023Memberterm 2026Ended after
Reports as a body member
Commissions
- Commission on Constitutional MattersVice-Chairmanterm 2026