Shaver Family in Dominican Republic

Rev. Dr. Ross and Kris Shaver

Serving the Lord in the Dominican Republic


Bio

The Rev. Dr. Ross and Kris Shaver serve the Lord as missionaries through The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) in the Dominican Republic. As a church planter and theological educator, Ross works with mission churches in the area, mentors future pastors in practice and theology, and assists in the formation of congregational lead¬ership in conjunction with Concordia the Reformer Seminary.

Ross is originally from Roswell, N.M. He has a bachelor’s degree in liberal studies/international studies from Oregon State University; a Master of Divinity from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis; and a doctorate in Pastoral Care and Leadership from Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne. Prior to becoming a missionary, he served as pastor of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, Homedale, Idaho (2007–2011), and Zion Lutheran Church and School, Nampa, Idaho (2011–2024). In his free time, he enjoys camping, leather¬craft, reading and spending time with family.

Kris’s hometown is Bakersfield, Calif. She has an associate degree in child develop¬ment from Bakersfield College, Bakersfield, Calif., and a bachelor’s degree in liberal studies (with an emphasis in education) from Concordia University Irvine, Irvine, Calif. Kris has held several jobs in education, including as assistant director of residential life at Concordia, Irvine; as a teacher at Zion Lutheran School, Nampa, Idaho; and as administrative assistant for the College of Idaho’s education department. In her free time, she enjoys sewing, knitting, spending time with family, baking, camping, reading and gardening.

Prayers

Pray for the Shavers as they serve in the Dominican Republic. Ask God to give them comfort, strength and guidance as they transition to a new location, language and culture. In addition, pray that they would share Christ’s love with everyone they meet. Give thanks to God that the Shavers are serving His children in this part of the world.

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Additional Information

  • Birthdays:
      Ross — July 21
      Kris — Oct. 3
      Easton — Jan. 11
      Ryan — Nov. 18
  • Wedding Anniversary: July 11
  • Home District: Northwest

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