Bob L. Wagner
Foundation for Missions
The Bob L Wagner Foundation exists to assist, support and encourage those participating in missions
Who is Bob Wagner
Bob Wagner was born on August 30, 1944, in Duncan, OK, and raised in Abilene, TX. He studied and played football at Baylor University, where he met his future wife, Sandra Collier. As an undergrad, Bob studied pre-med for 3 years. After being called to the ministry, he changed his major to English. He later went on to earn his Master of Divinity (MDiv) from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and his Doctor of Ministry (DMin) from Luther Rice College & Seminary.
Bob enjoyed gardening, football, and reading, but his real passion was for missions, spending a few weeks each year in the Ukraine beginning in 1993. Bob helped start several churches and shared the gospel with thousands of people in the region
Bob was married to Sandra (Collier) on June 17, 1966, in Nashville, TN. With Bob’s career as a minister, the couple lived in many places serving the Lord, until Bob was called as head pastor for Second Baptist Church in Marion, IL, in 1980. Bob preached at Second Baptist for over 30 years, retiring in 2011. He continued to serve as interim pastor at various churches in Southern Illinois. Bob and Sandra have spent the last 40+ years as active members of the Marion community.
The purpose of this foundation is continue Bob’s passion and spread the word of God across the globe
Board of Directors
Stefanie Daniels
Co-Chair
Joe Wagner
Co-Chair
Eric Daniels
Vice Chair
Heather Ditty
Director
Sandra Wagner
Director
Madison Presswood
Director
Our Mission
The Bob L Wagner Foundation exists to aid, encourage, and send disciples of Jesus Christ into the world. We accomplish this by funding mission trips that proclaim the gospel, extend Christ’s love, and have an eternal impact.
Current Missions
Romania 2026
For more information, please either email jwagner@boblwagnerfoundation.org or call 1-618-542-3705
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Past Missions
Over the years with Joe and Bob
Romania 2025
Resources
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