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Pastor Thomas Van Der Laan

Pastor Thomas Van Der Laan

Thomas Van Der Laan

Belmont Associate Pastor

Pastor Thomas joined the Mount Hope staff in Belmont in 2024 and supports God’s work with pastoral care, by caring for the growth of community, and by helping with operations. Born in California, Thomas has spent most of his adult life in and around Boston. Prior to joining Mount Hope staff, Thomas was a missionary to college students for 15 years and was ordained as a minister. Thomas and his wife Catherine, along with their children Eleanor and Frederick, have been part of Mount Hope Church in Belmont since 2016.

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