He grew up in New York, got a B.A. in Greek Language and Literature from DePauw University and an M.Div. from Perkins School of Theology. He calls himself a ³professional encourager,² and believes in the power of singing to awaken people to new hope and purpose. He has traveled to Africa ten times, mainly to assist the United Methodist Mission in Cameroon to develop its first hymnal/worship book. He¹s a new grandpa and proud of it. Find out more about Rev. Thornburg¹s ministry at www.congregationalsinging.com. NewsConference ClassifiedsCross ConnectionPrayers and CondolencesSocial MediaUMC News - National The Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church