Dana McCollum, is the proud mother of three amazing adults and affectionately known as “Grandma Dana” to her awesome grandkids. A Veteran of the United States Army, who has endured and OVERCOME many obstacles in her life to include; major illnesses, tremendous grief and loss, widowhood, domestic violence, sexual assault, divorce, suicidal tendencies and much more.

Yet the Lord has delivered Dana from them all and has gifted her with a heart of compassion, smiles of hope and hugs of restoration; which she freely gives to those in her sphere of influence. Through her transparency others are often encouraged and challenged to look for God’s presence in the midst of their storms.

Dana has joyfully served the body of Christ and the community in various capacities for over 25 years.  In 2014 she was ordained as a Minister of the Gospel. Her favorite scriptures are:  Psalm 138:8:“For the Lord will perfect that which concerns me.  Oh Lord, Thou mercy, endures forever.  Do not forsake the works of your hands” and Philippians 4:13; “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”.