Statement from VOM-USA on the death of Tom White, Executive Director

[doug3]

'The Voice of the Martyrs Statement Concerning the Death of Tom White


Stacy L. Harp
April 20, 2012


The events of the last week are tragic. On Wednesday we learned that Tom White, VOM’sexecutive director, had died.


Allegations were made to authorities this week that Tom had inappropriate contact witha young girl. Rather than face those allegations, and all of theresulting fallout for his family and this ministry and himself, Tom appears to have chosen to take his own life.


None of those in leadership at VOM, including our Board of Directors, were aware of these allegations at the time of Tom’s death.


There is no doubt that Tom cared about his wife, his children and his grandchildren.And there’s no doubt that he cared about VOM.


We are deeply saddened by these events. Our hearts are broken.


However, the work that God has called VOM to do is bigger than any one of us. There are persecuted Christians who need our help. The legal process will go forward, and we will continue serving with our persecuted brothersand sisters.


We appreciatethe many who are praying for our work, and we encourage you to joinus in praying for Tom’s family during this difficult time.


A letter from VOM’s president will be posted on our web site,www.Persecution.com, next week.'


Sourcewith further information:http://www.persecutionblog.com/2012/...tom-white.html


Seealso:http://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/...cusations.html

[Realist1981]

not familiar with Tom White or the VOM but I wonder how many young girls he has had inappropriate contact with

[Saved7]

Wow, this really saddens me. If he took his own life, then that makes him look really guilty; which in turn may cause many people to turn away from supporting VOM and the wonderful work it is doing. I pray that does not happen.