Bishop RaSean Omar Thomas

A native of Yazoo City, MS, Bishop Thomas is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and graduate of Piney Woods Country Life School. He earned his theological education from Liberty University and New Burgh Theological Seminary.

Called to Serve

Ordained in 2010 after answering God's call in 2000, Bishop Thomas now pastors Calvary Baptist Church in Yazoo City as a devoted shepherd and spiritual leader.

Family & Faith

Married with two sons, Bishop Thomas lives by Proverbs 3:5-6 - trusting wholly in God's guidance.

Ministry Vision

Founded in 2016, Christ's Kingdom Advancing Ministries reaches prisoners and communities worldwide, helping believers and non-believers alike to advance in Christ through evangelism and practical outreach.

"Our mission is to see people enjoy true freedom in Christ, unbound by human traditions, as we share God's love through word and action."

Bishop Rasean O. Thomas

cka_ministries@yahoo.com

(601) 348-5311

Servant Leader • Law Enforcement Veteran • Firefighting Professional • Marine Corps Veteran

Professional Experience

Deputy Sheriff

  • Serve as sworn law enforcement officer for public safety
  • Conduct criminal investigations and emergency response
  • Community policing and inter-agency collaboration
Firefighter/Fire Captain

  • Lead fire suppression and emergency response operations
  • Personnel training with safety focus (promoted to Captain in 2016)
  • Direct fire prevention, EMS, and hazardous materials protocols
Police Chief

  • Directed campus law enforcement operations
  • Coordinated emergency response plans

Military Service

United States Marine Corps

  • Supervised and trained over 2,000 Marines
  • Oversaw warehouse operations and 300 personnel

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Theology

Newburgh Theological Seminary | June 2022

High School Diploma

Piney Woods Country Life School | 1997

Certifications

Fire Officer I & II

Fire Instructor 1041

Incident Command System

FEMA Emergency Management

NIMS Training

Department of Homeland Security

Areas of Expertise

Firefighting
  • Rapid Intervention Team
  • Vehicle Extrications
  • Chemical Fires
  • High-Rise Fires
Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Budget Management
  • Personnel Training
  • Quality Control
Specialized
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Emergency Response
  • Radiation Detection