Francisican Journey

Meet Our Affiliate

Shanen Kazynski

- affiliate since 2017

Shanen, from Holmen, WI has been married for 24 years to Joe and together they have three sons; Tyler, Branden & Jacob. Shanen works as a certified life coach and volunteers at Gundersen Health System as a Eucharistic minister and hospice companion, supports guests at the Franciscan Hospitality House, and facilitates the Spirit in the Life Seminar at Roncalli Newman Catholic Center. Shanen also is in process of getting certified as an End-Of-Life Doula. She stated, "When I became a prayer partner four years ago, my dear friend Sharon Chavolla, later my affiliate companion, was one of God's messengers. She blessed me with her grace ...and I have been carrying her loving presence that shined through her words, thoughts, and actions in prayer, witness and service with me." If you would like to learn more about her life coach or doula ministry you may email her at branty02@yahoo.com. Shanen, blessings to you for all you do to show the Franciscan Spirit to others.