Nominee biography

Matthew D. Bean

Concordia University Chicago Board of Regents

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Official nominee source text from the 2026 LCMS Biographical Synopses and Statements of Nominees.

Official nominee source text

Photo of Matthew D. Bean from the 2026 LCMS Biographical Synopses and Statements of Nominees.

Section: Concordia University Chicago Board of Regents
Office/position: Concordia University Chicago Board of Regents
Candidate category: ordained
Source page: p. 65

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Matthew D. Bean, Midlothian, VA;

Redeemer, Richmond VA (SE); LCMS 37; Sr. Pastor. D: CV 11, Chm. Prof. Church Workers’ Conf. Plng. Com. 4.

O: Bd. Mem. C10 Coalition of Luth.

Churches 6, Adjunct Faculty CUI 4.

LCMS universities have a unique position within our church body to equip students to live out their vocations to the glory of God, whether that be as professional church workers or as laypeople. For generations, Concordia University Chicago has been a leader in this endeavor, leaving a legacy that must be preserved and promoted for generations to come.

Matthew D. Bean

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