Gordon Thomas is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Superior with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and a graduate of Augsburg College with Master of Arts Degree in Leadership. Gordon received the designation of Credentialed Christian Nonprofit Leader from Christian Leadership Alliance and Azusa Pacific University. He is also active in the Church Network (NACBA). 

Gordon has served the local church in administration for the past 20 years. He joined the St. John's staff in December 2014. He and his wife, Susan, live in Chaska and have two daughters and one granddaughter.