Michael and Nancy Jane Morizio

Serving the Lord in the Eurasia Region

Bio

Michael and Nancy Jane Morizio serve the Lord through The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) in Eurasia, based in Italy.

Michael is the associate regional business manager for Eurasia. He works closely with the Eurasia regional business manager and the Eurasia regional director. He helps support the practical needs of all LCMS missionaries serving in this region and works with local church partners on short and long-term mission projects.

Michael and Nancy Jane plan the annual Eurasia missionary retreat. They also support the new confessional Lutheran church plant in Rome, Christus Victor Lutheran Church, which they planted with two local Roman men who are now studying to be Lutheran pastors. Michael has participated in various liturgy translation projects and has helped translate Lutheran hymns into Italian.

Michael’s hometown is Waltham, Mass. He earned a Bachelor of Music degree from the Hartt School of Music at the University of Hartford; a Master of Music degree from the Boston Conservatory; and a Master of Business Administration degree from Bentley University. Michael has worked in executive leadership roles for various global enterprises. He also was owner and CEO of a number of start-up companies before serving in Eurasia. A trained musician, singer and composer, Michael also worked as a freelance (baritone) opera singer.

Nancy Jane’s hometown is Atlanta, Ga. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications from Wheaton College. She also studied at Circle in the Square Theatre School. She has worked as a senior research assistant and data manager, a drama teacher and a freelance opera singer before serving as a missionary. Nancy Jane also is an internationally licensed tour director, and she worked with Michael to run AbruzzoPresto, Inc., a private touring business in Italy.

Prayers

Pray for Michael and Nancy Jane as they continue their missionary service in Italy and serve the Eurasia region. Ask God to give them strength and peace, and to keep them steadfast in His Word. Pray that God emboldens them to share the Gospel with local people and encourage other LCMS missionaries and workers serving in this region. Give thanks that Michael and Nancy Jane are serving God’s children in Eurasia.

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Additional Information

• Birthdays:
  • Michael - Jan. 31
  • Nancy Jane - Jan. 28
• Wedding Anniversary: April 14
• Home District: New England

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