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Shannon Parish
President, Founder
Ordained Minister, Professional Life Coach, Graphic Facilitator
Shannon@LivingStonesCenter.org 

Shannon Parish is the founder of an online community for pastors’ wives and women in ministry that was recognized by TIME magazine in 2007. Through decades of ministry and workplace experience, she has had the unique opportunity to hear firsthand the personal and professional challenges faced by individuals and families across denominations and communities.

These experiences became the foundation for Living Stones Center, where Shannon focuses on identifying practical solutions to common struggles caused by stress, isolation, lack of mentorship, and unhealthy life patterns. Her work emphasizes education, encouragement, and equipping individuals and community leaders with effective tools for personal and relational growth.

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Rev. Shirley Christmon
Board Director
Pastor and Diversity Educator
Shirley@LivingStonesCenter.org

Shirley Christmon is an ordained pastor, teacher, and speaker whose ministry has crossed denominational, cultural, racial, and national boundaries to encourage individuals in their faith and personal growth. Her lifelong passion is to help people experience hope, healing, and spiritual stability through a deeper understanding of God’s love and truth.

Raised in a family of ministers, Shirley has dedicated her life to encouraging others and equipping the next generation to live and serve with purpose and integrity. Her ministry emphasizes practical application of biblical principles to everyday life, with a focus on helping individuals remain grounded in faith during difficult circumstances.

Shirley holds a B.S. in Organizational Management in Christian Leadership and is the founder of Anchored Life, a nonprofit ministry based in the Denver metro area. She is also a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life experience and compassionate leadership continue to impact individuals, families, and communities.

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Sharon Worrell
Board Director
Certified Body Code Practitioner, Biblical Counselor
Sharon@LivingStonesCenter.org

Sharon’s personal experiences and recovery enhance her already empathetic heart and intuitive counsel. Unlike many traditional Biblical Counselors, Sharon utilizes cutting-edge technology and energetic therapies to facilitate emotional and mental healing.

Sharon holds a board certification in Biblical Counseling obtained through Light University (American Association of Christian Counselors) with an emphasis on sexual healing. Sharon has been ordained as a pastor through Missionary Church International.