Khup Khen Thang
Early life
Khup Khen Thang was
born on 14 September 1990 in Anlangh Village, Tedim Township, Chin State,
Myanmar, to Pu Go Lam Thang Naulak and Pi Ning Khup Cing. He belongs to the
Zomi ethnic group and is a descendant of the Naulak Innpi lineage. He is the
fifth son among nine brothers and, together with three sisters, was raised in a
family of twelve siblings.
Education Background
He began his formal
education at Anlangh Adventist Seminary, where he studied from Kindergarten
through Grade 8 between 1996 and 2005. On 1 June 2006, he enrolled at Kalay
Adventist Seminary in Kalay, Sagaing Region, where he completed Grade 9 during
the 2006–2007 academic year. In 2007, he transferred to Upper Myanmar Adventist
Seminary in Gyothonpin, Kalay, to complete Grade 10. He later continued his
secondary education at Central Myanmar Adventist Seminary in Taungoo, Bago
Region, where he completed Grades 11 and 12 from 2008 to 2010, graduating from
high school in 2010.
Following his
secondary education, he enrolled at Myanmar Union Adventist Seminary (MUAS) in
Myaungmya, Ayeyarwaddy Region. From 2010 to 2013, he earned a Bachelor of
Business Administration in Accountancy, with a minor in Theology.
He later completed a
Master of Ministry (2016–2019) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in
Management (2021–2025) at the Adventist International Institute of Advanced
Studies (AIIAS) in Silang, Cavite, Philippines. In January 2026, he began
pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Management at the same
institution. His doctoral research focuses on biblical stewardship, financial
leadership, and organizational governance, particularly the development of a
Biblical Treasury Leadership Model for Sustainable Mission Growth in
faith-based organizations.
Career
On 1 July 2013, Khup
Khen Thang began his professional career as a Cashier at the Myanmar Union
Mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Yangon, Myanmar. His
responsibilities included treasury operations, cash management, financial
transactions, and administrative support for the union headquarters. On 1
October 2017, he was promoted to Accountant, where he assumed responsibility
for accounting operations, budgeting, financial reporting, auditing support,
and the preparation of consolidated financial statements. On 1 January 2022, he
was appointed Chief Accountant of the Myanmar Union Mission, a position he
continues to hold. As Chief Accountant, he directs the financial management,
accounting operations, budgeting, treasury administration, auditing, and
financial reporting of the union. He prepares and submits consolidated
financial reports to the Southern Asia-Pacific Division (SSD) headquarters in
Silang, Cavite, Philippines.
His responsibilities
include financial oversight of the Myanmar Union Mission's five mission fields:
- Ayeyarwaddy Mission
- Central Myanmar Mission
- Southeast Myanmar Mission
- Upper Myanmar Mission
- Yangon Adventist Mission
He also oversees the
financial reporting and accountability of affiliated institutions, including:
- Myanmar Union Adventist Seminary (MUAS)
- Yangon Adventist Seminary International
School (YASIS)
- Kinsaung Publishing House
- ADRA Myanmar
In addition to his
responsibilities as Chief Accountant, he serves as:
- Coordinator for Global Life Insurance
- Coordinator for Property Insurance
- Coordinator for General Premium
Liabilities
- Secretary of the Retirement Committee
These responsibilities
include insurance administration, organizational risk management, employee
benefits administration, retirement planning, and financial governance within
the Myanmar Union Mission.
Church ministry
Since 2013, Khup Khen
Thang has actively served in the ministry of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
He serves as the pastor of the Zomi Adventist Community Yangon Group, providing
spiritual leadership, pastoral care, Bible teaching, and coordinating church
ministries for the Zomi-speaking Adventist community in Yangon. At the Yangon
Central Seventh-day Adventist Church, he has served in several elected
leadership positions, including Church Treasurer, Deacon, Church Elder, Church
Clerk, and Internal Auditor. He has also contributed as a Graphic Designer,
Editor, Speaker, and Panelist, supporting worship services, evangelistic
meetings, leadership development, financial stewardship, and church
administration.
Publications
In 2018, Khup
Khen Thang authored the Anlangh Adventist Church Jubilee Book,
documenting the history of Anlangh Village, the development of the Anlangh
Seventh-day Adventist Church, and the cultural and spiritual heritage of
the local community. The publication chronicles the origins and growth of the
village and the Adventist Church, preserving historical records for future
generations.
In addition to his
book, Khup has written several theological and ecclesiastical articles,
including:
- Rebaptism
- Church and Its Mission
- Which Church Would Jesus Join?
These articles have
been published on Academia.edu and examine biblical doctrines, Christian
mission, church identity, and practical theology from a Seventh-day Adventist
perspective.
Research interests
Khup Khen Thang's
academic and professional interests focus on the integration of business
management, biblical stewardship, treasury leadership, and organizational
governance within faith-based organizations. His research interests include:
- Biblical treasury leadership
- Stewardship theory
- Corporate governance
- Faith-based financial management
- Treasury management
- Strategic leadership
- Organizational governance
- Sustainable mission growth
- Nonprofit financial accountability
- Church administration
His doctoral research
aims to develop and validate a Biblical Treasury Leadership Model for
Sustainable Mission Growth for faith-based organizations.
Personal life
On 6 April 2016,
Khup Khen Thang married Cing Deih Lian in Anlangh Village, Tedim District, Chin State, Myanmar. They have three children: two sons, Joshua
Thanghonsang Naulak and Caleb Mangsuantung Naulak, and one daughter,
Grace Cingitkim Naulak.
Reference
Myanmar Union Mission (2026). Khup Khen Thang. Retrieved July 3, 2026, from https://adventistmm.org/khupkhenthang/
