Rev. Edner holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Theatre from Wayne State University, a Master of Science in English from Southern Connecticut State University, and a Master of Arts in Theology from Houston Graduate School of Theology, She will begin the Doctor of Ministry degree at Wesley Theological Seminary, beginning May 2021.Rev. Edner was bi-vocationally employed as a Full-time Instructor of English at Angelina College in Lufkin, Texas for 14 years, and remains an Adjunct Instructor when needed. Rev. Edner’s civic affiliations include Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc., where she serves as National Chaplain, and served for several years as National Music Director, Area Chaplain receiving the designation of National Top Lady of the Year in 2009. Other organization affiliations include: The National Council of Negro Women, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., NAACP, and the American Academy of Religion.