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MARY SHANNON MINISTRIES

PEORIA, AZ · EIN 873404278 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE X20 · Religion-Related · Small ($100K-$1M) · maryshannon.org
revenue
$358K
expenses
$164K
net assets
$195K
employees
4
volunteers
4
program ratio
84%
filing since
2022
mission · from form 990

WE EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS TO DEEPEN THEIR RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS WHILE CELEBRATING THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF GOD'S WORD.

profile · synthesized from sources

Christian ministry led by Mary Shannon that produces a podcast and hosts Bible study groups for women. The programs focus on studying biblical texts, particularly the book of Hebrews, and are based in Arizona with in-person gatherings. The ministry disseminates teachings through digital platforms including YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Hebrews Bible Study
In-person Bible study program for women focusing on the book of Hebrews, held in the Phoenix area with weekly sessions
It's Mary Shannon Podcast
Weekly podcast featuring Bible study teachings, primarily on books of the Bible such as Hebrews and Acts, available on major podcast platforms
SHE Conference
Annual women's conference hosted at Cornerstone Church, featuring teachings and gatherings centered on Christian faith
activities · 10

what they do

direct service · 10
  • Development and Distribution of Bible Study Resources Christian Educational Resource Development
    Creates and provides downloadable, printable Bible study outlines and other visual resources (including materials from The Bible Project) to support engagement with biblical texts. Also offers and sells Bible study materials as part of its ministry outreach, covering books such as Hebrews, Daniel, John, and Acts.
  • Development and Distribution of Bible Study Resources Christian Educational Resource Development
    Creates and provides downloadable, printable Bible study outlines and visual resources (including materials from The Bible Project) to support participant engagement. Also sells Bible study resources as part of its ministry outreach.
  • In-Person Bible Study Sessions for Women Women's Faith-Based Bible Study & Prayer Groups
    Hosts weekly in-person Bible study meetings for women of all ages, resuming on specific dates (January 6 and 7, 2026) at established locations, currently centered on the Book of Hebrews.
  • In-Person Bible Study Sessions for Women Women's Faith-Based Bible Study & Prayer Groups
    Hosts weekly in-person Bible study gatherings for women of all ages, currently focused on the Book of Hebrews, with scheduled meetings resuming on specific dates (e.g., January 6 and 7, 2026) at established locations. These sessions include verse-by-verse teaching and structured study formats.
  • Sale of Bible Study Resources Christian Podcast & Audio Teaching
    Sells Bible study materials as part of its ministry outreach, indicating a tangible product-based component to its programming.
  • Thematic Bible Study Curriculum Development
    Develops and offers structured Bible study resources on specific biblical books and themes, including verse-by-verse studies on Daniel, multi-week series on Hebrews, and two-part studies on Acts and John, with downloadable and printable outlines available to support participant engagement.
  • Verse-by-Verse and Thematic Bible Studies for Women Women's Faith-Based Bible Study & Prayer Groups
    Hosts in-person and structured Bible study sessions for women of all ages, currently focusing on the Book of Hebrews, with meetings resuming on set dates and times. Studies include verse-by-verse examinations (e.g., Hebrews Chapter 10) and thematic explorations such as the attributes of God and the faith of biblical figures like Daniel.
  • Weekly Bible Study Podcast Production Christian Podcast & Audio Teaching
    Produces and distributes a weekly podcast titled "It's Mary Shannon" that explores biblical books such as Hebrews, Acts, John, and Daniel through seasonal series, with episodes released on platforms including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Episodes follow a structured study format, often labeled by week (e.g., "HEBREWS WEEK 23 - FAITH, HOPE & LOVE") and include thematic discussions on theology, scripture context, and biblical symbolism.
  • Weekly Bible Study Podcast Production Christian Podcast & Audio Teaching
    Produces and distributes a weekly podcast titled "It's Mary Shannon" on platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify, following a seasonal schedule with breaks, currently focusing on books of the Bible such as Hebrews, Acts, John, and Daniel, with specific episode titles indicating structured, week-by-week study series.
  • Weekly Bible Study Podcast Production Christian Podcast & Audio Teaching
    Produces and distributes a weekly podcast titled "It's Mary Shannon" that explores biblical books such as Hebrews, Acts, John, and Daniel through seasonal series, with episodes available on platforms including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Episodes follow a structured study format, often labeled by week (e.g., "HEBREWS WEEK 23 - FAITH, HOPE & LOVE") and incorporate theological themes, scriptural context, and symbolism.
strategies · 13

how they think

Theories of action extracted from this org's own source material. Click any approach shared with other orgs to see the full field.

  • Christ-Centered Biblical Interpretation christ-centered biblical interpretation, thematic biblical teaching unique to this org
    Interprets scripture through a Christ-centered framework, emphasizing how Old Testament symbolism and themes are fulfilled in Jesus Christ, particularly using theological themes like "Jesus is better" to guide understanding.
  • Christ-Centered Biblical Interpretation christ-centered biblical interpretation, thematic biblical teaching unique to this org
    Employs in-depth biblical exegesis and thematic teaching centered on "Jesus is better," connecting Old Testament symbolism with New Testament fulfillment in Christ to shape theological understanding and spiritual growth.
  • Emotionally Reflective and Transformative Group Engagement emotional_spiritual_reflection, group Bible study unique to this org
    Facilitates spiritual and personal transformation through emotionally reflective biblical teaching and group Bible study, fostering growth by exploring the emotional journeys of biblical figures and encouraging shared spiritual exploration among women.
  • Emotionally Reflective and Transformative Teaching emotional_spiritual_reflection, healing-through-pattern-recognition unique to this org
    Engages participants in personal and spiritual transformation by exploring the emotional journeys of biblical figures, fostering self-awareness and healing through pattern recognition in personal life stories.
  • Faith-Based Community Engagement and Discipleship group Bible study, faith-based community building, faith-based engagement, faith-based education unique to this org
    Fosters spiritual growth through group Bible study and open dialogue about faith, encouraging deeper personal study and the ability to discuss Christianity with others, while emphasizing that authentic church is defined by ongoing relational gathering rather than institutional attendance.
  • Faith-Based Community and Relational Engagement faith-based community building, faith-based engagement, faith-based education unique to this org
    Builds faith-centered community by redefining "church" as people who gather beyond buildings, encouraging open discussion about faith and equipping individuals to engage others in conversations about Jesus, grounded in biblical study and historical apologetics.
  • Faith-based community as relational, not institutional faith-based community building unique to this org
    Defines "the church" as a community of people who gather relationally, not a physical building or Sunday program, to sustain faith through ongoing connection.
  • Group-based faith engagement and Bible study group Bible study unique to this org
    Uses group Bible study and open discussion to deepen spiritual growth, encourage engagement with scripture, and equip individuals to converse about faith with others.
  • Healing through pattern recognition and behavioral change healing-through-pattern-recognition unique to this org
    Teaches individuals to identify personal behavioral patterns and engage in intentional healing to prevent the recurrence of harmful cycles during life transitions.
  • Pattern Recognition and Healing-Centered Spiritual Growth healing-through-pattern-recognition unique to this org
    Integrates spiritual teaching with personal healing by emphasizing recognition of personal behavioral patterns, helping individuals break cycles of harm through faith-based reflection and growth across life transitions.
  • Visual and Contextual Biblical Education visual_bible_education, contextual_scripture_study unique to this org
    Uses visual tools and contextual scriptural connections—linking Old and New Testament passages—to deepen theological understanding and provide structured, accessible biblical teaching.
  • Visual and Contextual Scripture Engagement visual_bible_education, contextual_scripture_study unique to this org
    Uses visual biblical teaching resources and contextual scripture study to enhance understanding by providing structured overviews and connecting Old and New Testament passages, deepening theological insight through accessible and integrated biblical narratives.
  • Visual and thematic biblical education visual_bible_education unique to this org
    Uses visual resources and consistent thematic frameworks (e.g., "Jesus is better") to enhance scriptural understanding and provide structured, accessible teaching of the Bible.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$358K
Contributions & grants$359K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$-747
expenses
Total expenses$164K
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$108K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$195K
Cash$193K
Investments$0
Liabilities$174
Net assets$195K
Liquid reserves14.2 mo
1 years on record · 2022–2022
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
MARY HOFFPAUIR PRESIDENT 40 $87K
board members · 3
  • BERT WILLIAMS — DIRECTOR
  • CATHY OLIVA — SECRETARY
  • KIM FRIED — DIRECTOR
relationships · 5

who they work with

  • Life Church Partner — Hosts Bible studies at Life Church, which closes for Holy Week.
  • Shawn Ryan Show Partner — Uses clips from the Shawn Ryan Show podcast featuring Wes Huff for their content.
  • The Bible Project Partner — Source of visual teaching resources used in Bible study content.
  • YouTube Partner — Hosts Bible study messages on YouTube for participants to catch up on missed sessions.
  • itsmaryshannon.org Partner — Official website used to share ministry content, schedule, and teachings.