Rev. Michael and Shanna Hageman
Theological Educator and ESL Teacher
Serving the Lord in Tanzania
Bio
The Rev. Michael and Shanna Hageman serve the Lord through The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) as missionaries in Tanzania. Michael is a theological educator at a new seminary in Shinyanga, Tanzania, where he teaches classes and assists in forming pastors for service in Africa. Shanna is a director of Christian education (DCE), and she teaches English as a Second Language (ESL) to non-native English speakers. These ESL classes provide practical assistance while also serving as a vehicle for the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Michael was born in Lyons, Kan., and considers Abilene, Kan., to be his home. The family’s home congregation is Trinity Lutheran Church, Garden City, Kan. Michael has a bachelor’s degree in communications from Concordia University, Nebraska, Seward, Neb., and a Master of Divinity from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. He has served as pastor at churches in Ohio, Florida and Kansas. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, running, hunting and working on home improvement projects.
Shanna was born in Kirksville, Mo., and grew up in Manhattan, Kan. She has a bachelor’s degree in theology and DCE certification from Concordia University, Nebraska. During her career, she has served as a DCE, worked as an ESL teacher, and owned and operated her own business. In her free time, she enjoys reading, cooking and traveling. She and Michael have two adult daughters: Selah and Kiera.
Prayers
Pray for Michael and Shanna as they serve in Tanzania. Ask God to be with them as they adjust to life in a new country and learn a new language. Pray also for the students and people they will meet, that God would open their hearts to the Gospel. Give thanks to God that the Hagemans are serving His people in this part of the world.
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Additional Information
- Birthdays:
- Michael — Dec. 9
- Shanna — April 24
- Wedding Anniversary: Jan. 1
- Home District: Kansas
Partner with me
Giving Online: You can partner with the LCMS by making an online gift restricted in use to the support of the HAGEMAN FAMILY.
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Giving by Check: You can also make a donation towards the Hageman Family ministry by check.
Mail your check, made payable to The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and designated with their last name, to:
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod
P.O. Box 66861
St. Louis, MO 63166-6861
(Or call
888-930-4438 to speak with someone.)