Thompson , Paul

N.Z.B.M.S. Missionary, Bangladesh 1979-1999. Home church Wellington Central. Trained at N.Z. Baptist Theological College. Along with wife Adrienne Thompson (see separate entry) and their growing family, Thompson served for 20 years in Bangladesh. After initial language studies and then supervision of a new church building, a difficult stint at Motlob followed. In 1987 the Thompsons undertook further training in Pasadena before returning to work in Chandpur. Here he took on more administrative work, serving as Mission Secretary and on numerous committees as well as training nationals for the church. In 1991 he took over as Director of the Christian Literature Centre, a role he held until 1997 when he was appointed Team Leader – a similar position but with further responsibilities. In addition to the work with Christian literature, Thompson was a regular preacher and took an active role in motivating and equipping local churches and leaders. Refs: NZB September 1999, 16; December 1999, 14.