Theological Educator — Africa

Spread the Gospel. Plant Lutheran Churches. Show Mercy. These are the three guiding principles that characterize Lutheran mission. They are not listed in order of importance. Rather, planting Lutheran churches is the heart of the matter. Theological Educators are an essential part of our mission strategy in Africa because of their connection to church planting.

Are you a pastor who excels at teaching? Do you enjoy building relationships? Do you get satisfaction from teaching the faith, forming pastors, and mentoring students? Perhaps theological education would be a good fit.

Theological educators are also studious and lifelong learners. They always put the focus on Jesus Christ and his work. They model pastoral ministry for future pastors, and they disciple current pastors who are growing in theological depth.

LCMS International Mission is currently seeking to add theological educators to our Africa team. Jesus said in Matt 9: 37-38, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.” Is the Lord of the harvest calling you? Reach out to start the conversation today.

Background & Characteristics of a Church Planter
✚ Ordained and rostered LCMS pastor, with Master of Divinity
✚ Active LCMS member
✚ Strong sense of Lutheran identity
✚ Speaks a foreign language, or willingness to learn
✚ Upright
✚ Confident
✚ Inquisitive
✚ Dedicated
✚ Learner

Learn More

LCMS International Mission  Learn more about the scope of the international mission work of The Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod.

Missionary Job Posting  View the general missionary job description on the LCMS careers website.

Stories about Theological Educators & More

The Coffee Hour —Theological Education in Tanzania  What is theological education like at the new Lutheran seminary in Tanzania? Rev. Bryan and Deaconess Keah Payne, serving the Lord in Tanzania, join Andy and Sarah to talk about their journey to serving as missionaries in Tanzania.

The Coffee Hour — Theological Education in Ethiopia  What does theological education look like at the Lutheran seminary in Ethiopia? The Rev. Eric and Johanna Stinnett, serving the Lord in Ethiopia, join Andy and Sarah to talk about their journey to being missionaries in Ethiopia.

Cross Defense — Vulnerable Evangelists  Pastor Bramwell talks with Rev. Shauen Trump, LCMS regional director of Africa, about what we can learn from missionaries in Africa. The result is a look at Acts 8:1-4 and every Christian’s call to be a vulnerable evangelist.

Opening Doors for His Word  Lutheranism is spreading in Tanzania, where the church focuses on theological education, evangelism and mercy work.