The Rev. Shanna Hawks

Rev. Shanna Hawks (she/her) came to St. Martin’s after serving as the Rector of Church of the Good Shepherd in Savona, NY and Christ Episcopal Church in Hornell, NY. Born and raised in Washington state, Shanna completed her education on the West Coast. For her undergraduate work, Shanna studied history, Latin, and Greek. Sponsored for ordination in the Diocese of Spokane, Shanna received her Masters of Divinity from Church Divinity School of the Pacific in 2019.

While in seminary, Shanna was introduced to camp ministry, where she discovered the joyful wholeheartedness of working with children and youth while serving as a summer staff member at Camp Cross in the Diocese of Spokane. In the years since, Shanna has continued her involvement in youth ministry and formation by joining youth group and Vacation Bible School leadership, returning to Camp Cross with small group work of designing and leading camp sessions that range in age from 4th to 9th grade, and now by focusing on Children, Youth, and Family ministry at St. Martin’s. In every ministry setting, Shanna seeks to encourage everyone to deepen their walk with Christ and share in the abundant love of God, which is freely given to everyone.

Outside of church, Shanna often has a book in hand. Shanna is equally happy singing in church on Sundays, in community choirs, and singing along with the stereo while driving. She enjoys both concerts and hockey games, the sport she follows most closely. 

Shanna is delighted to join the ministry of St. Martin’s and excited to focus on Children, Youth, and Families.