Hi there! We are the Tanner Family.
God called us to Missionary Acres, and we’re excited to serve Him!
Here’s a quick introduction to each member of our family:
Bryan
Bryan is the leader of the Tanner Tribe. He spends his days helping the other staff members and the residents here at Missionary Acres.
Lisa
Lisa left a teaching career to homeschool the blessings God has given the family. She’s also a freelance writer and virtual assistant, and helps busy moms carve out time for home businesses of their own.
Jayme (23)
Our oldest blessing, Jayme, recently graduated from College of the Ozarks with a degree in graphic design and computer art. She’s currently living with us while she builds her freelance design business.
Owen (19)
God made Owen a little different than many people. He’s missing a portion of his 15th chromosome, which means he has Angelman Syndrome. Though Owen learned to walk at age 7, he doesn’t have the balance or endurance he needs to stay upright for long periods of time. When we’re out and about, you’ll find him in his wheelchair. Owen is nonverbal, so you’ll get a big grin but not a “Hello.”
Jeffrey (17)
Jeffrey is a hard worker with a keen eye for noticing what must be done. He loves building with LEGOs, playing board games, and putting together puzzles. He’s growing in his walk with the Lord and feels like full-time service will be in his future.
Ellie (15)
Ellie is creative. She loves crafts, coloring, and knitting hats. And beef jerky. No list of Ellie’s favorites would be complete without mentioning that!
Sydney (14)
Sydney loves helping people. She has a heart for others and is kind to everyone she meets. Sydney loves playing outside with the family, blowing bubbles, and drawing.
Simon (12)
Simon has lots of energy to run off each day. He enjoys playing active games, listening to audiobooks, and playing board games.
Brynna (10)
Brynna loves books. She enjoys listening to stories and drawing her own pictures to go with them. She loves to color and write songs praising the Lord.
Bryson (8)
Bryson loves playing outside with his siblings. He also enjoys telling stories and making up his own games to play. You’ll also frequently find him working on his drawing skills.
Tyler (7)
Tyler has lots of energy and loves to play with toys with wheels. He’s got quite an imagination and enjoys telling stories.
Ezra (4)
Ezra (Ezzie) loves being outside and trying to keep up with his older siblings. He has a big heart and spends lots of time coloring, cutting, and gluing to create unique pieces of art.
Sally (2)
Sally loves being around people! She was born without enamel on her front teeth, so if you notice her smile being a little toothless, that’s why. We’re praying her adult teeth come in normally; otherwise, they’ll be capped shortly after eruption.
Marcus (0)
Baby #12 arrived in February of 2025. Marcus has quickly captured everyone’s hearts and is a definite blessing to our family!