Rev. Dr. Edward and Monica Naumann
Serving the Lord in South Asia
Bio
Rev. Dr. Edward and Monica Naumann serve the Lord through The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) as missionaries in South Asia. In his role as a theological educator, Edward works with local church leaders to train and form new pastors, to provide opportunities for ongoing theological education and to produce Christian educational publications. Through the relationships formed, Edward and Monica share the Gospel with the people in the communities in which they serve and live.
Edward was born in Bellshill, Scotland and grew up in Middlesex, England. He received a master’s degree in Classics from The University of Edinburgh, Scotland. He received his Master of Divinity from Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Ind. He also earned a master’s degree and a doctorate of philosophy degree in Greek and Latin from The Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C. Before becoming a missionary, Edward served as an assistant pastor at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Oakmont, Pa. (2013-2015).
Monica is a native of Milwaukee, Wis. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, Ind., and a master’s degree in nursing from The Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C. Before serving in South Asia, Monica was a Family Nurse Practitioner (2008-2015). Her hobbies include quilting, sewing, gardening and cooking. Edward and Monica have five children - Martin, William, Charles, Robert and Emily - who join them on the mission field.
Prayers
Pray for the Naumanns as they live and work in South Asia and continue to learn the new culture and language. Pray for God’s provision of a good education for their children. Pray that the Word of God bears abundant fruit as Edward proclaims it through his teaching and the publications he works on. Let us give thanks to God that this family is serving His children in this part of the world.
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Additional Information
- Birthdays:
- Edward - Nov. 23
- Monica - Nov. 26
- Martin - Sept. 21
- William - June 5
- Charles - July 8
- Robert - Sept. 8
- Emily - Aug. 12
- Wedding Anniversary: June 22
- Home District: English
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Giving by Check: You can also make a donation towards this family’s ministry by check.
Mail your check, made payable to The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and designated in the Memo line with Edward Naumann - South Asia, to:
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod
P.O. Box 66861
St. Louis, MO 63166-6861
(Or call
888-930-4438 to speak with someone.)