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Honoring Extraordinary Christian Women In Leadership across the state of Indiana
"Honor her for all the work of her hands and let her works bring her praise in the city gate" Proverbs 31:31
She Leads Indiana
As a part of She Leads America, a dynamic and diverse national network, She Leads Indiana honors, equips, and mobilizes exemplary Christian women who lead with faith,wisdom, and courage. Grounded in Biblical truth, we unite and mobilize leaders across every sphere of influence to advance collaboration, catalyze solutions to the challenges of our time, and strengthen our communities and our nation for generations to come.
State Mission
Save the Date - Inaugural Honoring Tea, Saturday, October 24 from 2-5 pm
at First Assembly of God, 1400 West Washington Center Road, Fort Wayne,
IN 46825.
Connect and Celebrate
UPCOMING EVENTS
Please join us every first Sunday of each month from
5 – 8 pm when we intercede for our wonderful state of Indiana, seeking the Lord to pour our His Spirit in a mighty way. We meet at the fabulous 24/7 prayer room in Fort Wayne, called PrayerWorks, located in downtown Fort Wayne in Electric Works, 1626 Broadway, Suite 135. Join us for powerful prayer and worship warfare.
WISDOM FOR TODAY
MEET OUR TEAM
Shannon Martinez
State Co-Director
Nancy Honeytree Miller State Co-Director
Shannon loves teaching God's Word, partnering with God in prayer, and connecting God's fellow workers together for His purposes. She began her journey with She Leads while serving as an officer (pastor) with The Salvation Army. Alongside her husband, David, Shannon has had the privilege of overseeing church outreach efforts in Omaha, Chicago, Detroit, and Indianapolis, leaving a lasting impact on each community they served. After 20 years of dedicated service, God led Shannon and her family into a new season of ministry. Today, Shannon serves as the Indiana State Coordinator for National Day of Prayer, continuing her commitment to prayer and community engagement. Shannon and David have five sons: Ed, Elijah, Samuel, Malachi, and Zion. Together, they remain dedicated to their faith and mission to always say 'yes' to God.
Rev. Nancy Honeytree Miller, a pioneer singer/songwriter of the Jesus Movement, received the Christian Woman of Distinction award from She Leads America in 2022. She has released 16 albums of original songs, and ministers in concert across the US and internationally. She recorded the songs on her Call of the Harvest CD in English, Spanish, and Urdu (of Pakistan.) In 2024 she traveled to the Pakistani city of Lahore and helped launch She Leads Pakistan. Nancy sings and speaks Spanish and works with an online grief recovery ministry in Spanish called Legado de Acompañamiento. Nancy is a widow. Her son, Will and his family live near her in Fort Wayne, Indiana. When at home she leads worship in a local Christian congregation. www.honeytree.org
Danielle Calhoun
Media coordinator
Rhonda Haslett
Activity Coordinator
Pastor Rhonda has over 25 years of ministry experience, including her time spent as a Children's Pastor, mentoring pastors and ministries through WeGrowMinistries, coaching and teaching.
Danielle Calhoun is a seasoned creative professional with over 15 years of experience in post-production, photography, graphic design, and web design. With a strong eye for detail and a passion for visual storytelling, Danielle has built a diverse skill set that blends technical expertise with creative innovation. Her work spans digital media, branding, photo editing, motion graphics, and website development, helping brands and clients bring their ideas to life through compelling visual experiences. Above all, Danielle has an overwhelming love for the Lord Jesus Christ and is deeply passionate about ministering to others through her creative gifts. She believes creativity is a powerful tool to inspire, encourage, and share God’s love, and she strives to use her talents to make a meaningful impact in both professional and ministry spaces. Known for her professionalism, creativity, and heart for service, Danielle continues to create work that not only elevates brands but also uplifts and connects with people on a deeper level.
Saved during the Jesus Movement of the 1960’s-70’s, Julie has been active in personal evangelism and church work her entire Christian life. Using her BA in Theater and Music to write and direct Christian drama, she is part of a team that, at their peak, was performing 24 packed shows per season for thousands of people. Fifteen years ago, she added an ELL (English as a Learned Language) teaching license to her degree and began teaching adult ELL classes at her church to new immigrants, as well as teaching at the high school level. She enjoys being a part of intercessory groups, hosting ladies’ tea parties for her immigrant friends, and keeping an active role in the lives of her graduated students. Her husband, David, is part of an active deliverance ministry, and they both enjoy a vigorous church-helps ministry as deacons. Julie is a singer, writer, wife, mother, and grandmother.
Julie Glant
Treasurer
LaFrancia Payne
Worship Director
For over 30 years, LaFrancia Payne has dedicated her life to music ministry, using her gifts to inspire, encourage, and lead others into worship. As a passionate musical leader, she has served faithfully in various settings, bringing experience, wisdom, and a heart for ministry to every opportunity. Her love for praise and worship continues to guide her journey as she helps create an atmosphere where people can connect spiritually through music. Currently, she serves as a praise and worship leader at Prayer Works whenever she is called upon. She believes worship is more than music — it is a way to uplift, heal, and bring people together in faith. Through dedication, consistency, and a genuine love for serving others, She has remained committed to using music as a powerful tool for encouragement and inspiration. Throughout the years, She has been blessed to touch lives through worship, leadership, and service. Her mission is to continue allowing God to use her voice, musical abilities, and leadership to make a positive impact wherever she is needed.
Nicole Schmenk
Nicole Schmenk is a resident of Fort Wayne, Indiana, where she lives with her high school sweetheart, Joe, and their two children, Joey and Kaley. With a heart for empowering women, Nicole is deeply passionate about helping them discover their true identity in Christ, fostering unity among them, and encouraging them to walk fully in the purpose God has designed for their lives. Over the years, she has worked to bring women together through various events and ministries. She began united women through prayer in her city as the founder of She Simply Loves and Her Voice Fort Wayne. She partnered with the Her Voice Movement as the Indiana State Captain for the Call to the Capitols Prayer Rally. Nicole works as the administrative assistant at Four:10 Ministries, a faith-based organization devoted to providing hope and healing to women survivors of sexual exploitation and trafficking. Additionally, she is the Event Manager for Project 216, a local food aid organization. Above all, Nicole is a passionate and bold follower of Jesus, determined to help women know Him deeply and love one another more fully.
A Community Built on Faith and Leadership
Empowering Faith
Active Members
100+
Annual Events
20+
Statewide Reach
Indiana
At She Leads Indiana, we believe that leadership is a calling. Our organization is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where Christian women can connect, grow, and lead with purpose. Through our events and resources, we aim to equip you with the wisdom and courage needed to make a lasting impact in your community and beyond.
"Leading with faith means trusting God's vision for your life and the lives of those you serve."