Shannon Rains

Shannon Rains is an Associate Professor of Children's Ministry at Lubbock Christian University (LCU), joining the faculty in 2016 after 15 years in church ministry specializing in children and family ministry. She earned her Doctor of Ministry degree from Abilene Christian University (ACU), focusing on spiritual formation and the role of children's ministers in discipleship. Her research emphasizes intergenerational worship with children and the inclusion of women in public church leadership.

Education: She holds a D.Min. from ACU, with her thesis addressing the role of children’s ministers in discipleship.

Research and Publications: Her work explores topics such as training children’s ministers, developing vision for family ministries, contemplative practices with children, and congregational leadership. She actively coaches church leaders and has presented workshops on hiring practices, teacher training, and leadership in children’s ministries.

Professional Affiliations: She is an associate with Hope Network Ministries, mentoring leaders and guiding churches in ministry practices.