ZOE MAZI BOARD BIOS
Shannon Zimmerman
Executive Director
Shannon lives in Mechanicsburg, PA. After spending 23 years as a math teacher, most recently at Red Land High School, she knew God was asking her to invest more in the lives of young adults after she had spent years inviting college students and young adults to her home to share conversation and healthy meals. Because her commitment to her students didn't leave time or energy to pursue this, she decided to retire from teaching in order to be more available to pour into the young adult community. After spending over a decade as a youth worker at church and 10 more years assisting with Christian clubs at RL, she has watched many teenagers become young adults who are longing for community. The hope is that Zoe Mazi provides a place where they can find Christ-centered community and connection. Shannon is a member of The Meeting House in Dillsburg. She thoroughly enjoys preparing/eating/sharing healthy food; spending time with her nieces; going for walks with friends; leading a girls' Bible Study at Messiah University, and working at one of her sweet part-time jobs -- tutoring students in math or welcoming students/community members to the Messiah University fitness center!
Rev. Dr. Stephen Gallaher
Chair of Board of Directors
Stephen lives in Mechanicsburg, PA with his wife Anne. They have 3 daughters and 6 grandchildren. Stephen serves as the Community pastor for employees at Messiah University, retiring from his professor of Christian Ministries position in July of '22, while holding an emeritus status and adjuncting as needed. As an ordained clergyperson within the United Methodist Church, Stephen has served churches within the Susquehanna Conference for 47 years. Currently, he serves as the Director of Student Ministries at the Camp Hill UM Church where he has been on staff since 1997. He taught youth ministry and practical theology at Evangelical Theological Seminary, the Russian Theological Seminary in Moscow, and for 10 years at Wesley Theological Seminary. He is the Founder/Ex. Dir. Emeritus of Salt ‘n Light Youth Ministry, Inc. and Heartbeat Community Services in Millerstown, PA. Stephen is passionate about equipping adult and student leaders to reach and disciple others with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He enjoys multiple outdoor pursuits and, along with his brothers, maintains the family farm.
Becky Hanusa
Becky Hanusa lives in Dillsburg, PA with her husband Mark, her son Luke, and her daughter Lizzie. Becky was a high school history teacher for 7 years before choosing to stay home with her kids. She then prolonged that time at home during COVID when she decided to homeschool "just for 1 year". Four years later, she continues to homeschool her kids and helps run a small co-op. In every season of life, Becky has stayed involved in various ministries for the sheer reason that she is continually drawn into life in Christ by His deep love, His goodness, and His saving power - and she deeply desires for others to know "this hope to which He has called [us]." (Ephesians 1:18) Becky is originally from the Adirondacks in New York State and she enjoys hiking, biking, skiing, kayaking, etc. Her husband's family is from Alaska, so her family usually spends a sizable chunk of their summer helping out at his parents' fishing lodge. Becky deeply appreciates the ministry of Zoe Mazi and is thankful for how this group demonstrates Christ's depth and authenticity. She is delighted to serve on the board and come alongside this ministry.
Jess Kindon
Though born and raised in East Hartland, CT, Jess lives in Newville, PA with her husband, Joe. She works as a special education teacher in Big Spring School District. She graduated from Messiah College in 2017. Jess and Joe have attended Zoe Mazi since its first gathering in 2020 (just a few weeks before their wedding). Jess loves the Church and the ways in which Jesus uses the united diverse parts of His Body to build the Kingdom of God. She also enjoys spending time with people (especially over meals, walks, board games, and worship), visiting family and crocheting.
Ryan Griffith
Ryan, a 2007 Messiah graduate, lives in Mechanicsburg with wife Emily, 2 daughters, Claire (12) and Elise (8), and 3 sons, Rory (6), Sully (4), and Titus (2). He is a retired math/physics teacher from Red Land HS and Camp Hill HS (taught 10 years) who now works in the actuarial field on pension programs for volunteer firefighters. While he was teaching, Ryan co-led Christian clubs at both schools and coached multiple sports at Camp Hill. He and his family attend Daybreak Church. Ryan enjoys sports (ice hockey, basketball, baseball, and golf) and spending time with his family.
Ian Maurer
Ian lives in Etters, PA with his wife Rachel, his 4 daughters Lydia, Nora, Adalyn, and Isabella, and his 2 dogs, Blaze and Nellie. He works in the insurance field for Progressive Insurance. Ian attends New Life Church in New Cumberland, PA where he has served in various roles including teaching children on Sunday mornings, leading men's and adult Bible studies, serving as a deacon and on the Elder transition team, and filling in for the pastor on Sunday mornings when called upon. Ian loves Jesus and has a heart to help people of all ages to live out their faith and be faithful to the teachings of Jesus. He grew up in the Philadelphia area and is passionate about Philadelphia sports, especially the Phillies and Eagles. In his free time, you can find him attending his daughters' various sports activities (cross country, track, soccer, and basketball) and musical concerts, running and cycling, reading, hiking, and spending time with his family.
