Shasta is a native of southern Indiana. She received
a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Indiana Wesleyan University, a
Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Grace College, and is pursuing
ordination through The Wesleyan Church. She has been involved in ministry since
2003 in various capacities including: children's ministry, worship ministry,
youth and college ministry, and various speaking engagements for retreats,
conferences, and camps. Since June 7, 2008 she has been living ministry
alongside her husband Joe.