Thomas W. Burnford, D.Min.
Director of Outreach and Visitor Services
Dr. Tom Burnford brings over twenty years of ministry and customer service experience to the Saint John Paul II National Shrine.
Tom has served in senior leadership positions with the Archdiocese of Washington and the National Catholic Educational Association, along with work in international business development and sales for a global online education provider. A specialist in Catholic education and identity, Dr. Burnford has overseen many events, conferences and programs, and has significant experience training and leading teams that work within the evangelizing mission of the Church.
Tom has Master in Divinity and Doctor of Ministry degrees, and lives in Maryland.