Hi, I'm Shana

I’ve been in immersed in church leadership for three decades and have a passion for supporting and encouraging leaders. I’ve been ordained and called to conference and denominational ministry roles where I’ve mentored and equipped many leaders. In fact, if you're here, there's a good chance we've already met--and I'd love to hear from you!
 
In recent years, I’ve trained as a coach and have coached both individuals and groups. During the 2020 pandemic, coaching was the perfect way to accompany leaders through entirely uncharted territory. Now, it often feels right to ask spiritual direction questions as I coach, especially with church leaders.

My experiences as a leader give me an understanding of leadership challenges, but when I am coaching, my role is to respect your knowledge, believe in your abilities--and encourage you to do the same.

One thing I’ve learned along the way: Every single leader and leadership context is unique, and there are no one-size-fits all solutions. Through coaching, you can get better at applying the understanding you already have to the challenges your unique situation presents.

As your coach, I will listen to your hopes and aspirations, respect your wisdom, and amplify your expertise. I will ask you questions that will enable you to articulate your goals, discern the next wise step, and take action to realize your hopes.

Go ahead--schedule a quick half-hour with me to see if my coaching would be a good fit for you and your aspirations! I will look forward to chatting with you!

What I've been doing

• Coaching pastors and lay leaders as the project facilitator for Shine Everywhere
• Coaching pastors and non-profit leaders
• ​Equipping church leaders as denominational minister for faith formation (2018-2022)
• Equipping church leaders as conference minister for Christian formation (1998-2018)
• Coaching leaders of churches, schools and camps​
• Serving on or staffing boards of agencies, schools and church organizations

Credentials

• Associate Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation
• Qualified Administrator of the Intercultural Development Inventory
• Two-year certificate in Spiritual Direction from Christos Center
• Ordained to ministerial leadership through IN-MI Mennonite Conference

Trainings
Classes for PCC Coaching Certification
Widerstand Anti-Racism
Doctrine of Discovery
Healthy Boundaries
Values-Based Leadership Program
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Leadership Contexts
​Mennonite Church USA, Mennonite Education Agency, ​Mennonite Schools Council, Eastern Mennonite University Board of Trustees, Central Plains Mennonite Conference, Iowa Mennonite School (now Hillcrest Academy) Board, Mennonite Camping Association Board, Mennonite Church USA biennial convention planning, Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary Pastors & Leaders, Values-Based Leadership Program, Prairie Street Mennonite Church Executive Committee

My Resume

Spirals are common in creation and are a visual metaphor for the wisdom within.