"Walking in God's Victory on the Narrow Path."

"Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life..." — Matthew 7:14

MISSION STATEMENT

Helping people walk in God's victory along the narrow path that leads to life.

VISION STATEMENT

To see lives transformed through Jesus Christ and empowered to walk in healing, purpose, and God's victory on the narrow path that leads to life.

"Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he." - Book of Proverbs 29:18

Our vision is to see individuals, families, and communities transformed by the love and truth of Jesus Christ, walking in healing, freedom, purpose, and victory.

We envision a world where people are no longer held captive by fear, hopelessness, isolation, addiction, brokenness, spirit of poverty, or a lack of purpose, but are empowered to live according to God's design for their lives. We seek to see the vulnerable cared for, the broken restored, the forgotten seen, and future generations equipped to thrive spiritually, emotionally, physically, and relationally.

To support this complete restoration, we honor God's original design for the body through biblical dietary laws- embracing a vegetarian and vegan lifestyle - while nurturing the spirit through sacred breathing techniques and holistic healing modalities.

Through discipleship, mentorship, wellness initiatives, education, compassionate outreach, and service, Laurel Lane Ministries aims to cultivate resilient leaders, healthy families, and faith-filled communities that reflect the love of Christ. Our vision is to raise up people who not only experience transformation themselves but become beacons of light, hope, and healing in their homes, neighborhoods, workplaces, and beyond—advancing God's Kingdom and helping others walk in victory.

Founder's Letter

Many Blessings to you and thank you for taking the time to learn more about Laurel Lane Ministries.

This ministry was born from a simple but powerful truth: God transforms lives.

After surrendering my life to Christ in December 2024, walking through the loss of my business, financial hardship, and homelessness, I discovered that God's faithfulness is often revealed one step at a time on the narrow path. Laurel Lane Ministries was born from that journey.

Like many people, I have experienced seasons of fear, anxiety, insecurity, hardship, and uncertainty. There were times when I felt overwhelmed by life's challenges and unsure of what the future held. Yet through God's faithfulness, truth, mentorship, perseverance, and personal growth, I discovered that true freedom is found not in avoiding difficulties, but in learning to walk through them with Christ.

Over the years, God has allowed me to witness firsthand the power of healing, restoration, and transformation. Through ministry, mentoring, wellness coaching, martial arts instruction, outreach efforts, and serving others, I have seen people overcome obstacles, rediscover hope, and step into the purpose God created for them.

Laurel Lane Ministries was established from a desire to create a place where people can encounter the love of Jesus Christ, receive encouragement and support, find healing and freedom, and discover their God-given purpose.

The name Laurel Lane carries deep meaning. The laurel has long been a symbol of victory, while the lane represents the path we walk in life. Inspired by Matthew 7:14, Laurel Lane Ministries reflects the belief that God's victory is found along the narrow path that leads to life. While that path is not always easy, it is always worth following.

My leadership is anchored in a unique spiritual assignment: to serve as a bridge between traditional faith and modern spirituality. Embracing the philosophy that there is one ultimate truth expressed through many different songs, I work to bring a deeper spiritual essence back to Christianity, while bringing the love of Jesus to the spiritual community, proving that love and truth ultimately unite us all.

Our vision is to serve individuals, families, and communities through discipleship, mentorship, wellness initiatives, outreach programs, restoration efforts, and compassionate service. We desire to help people overcome life's challenges, strengthen their faith, and become beacons of hope within their homes, workplaces, churches, and communities.

Whether you are considering volunteering, partnering, serving on our board, supporting our mission financially, or simply learning more about what we do, I want you to know that your interest is deeply appreciated. Meaningful change happens when people come together with a shared commitment to serve others and glorify God.

As we begin this journey, I am filled with gratitude for what God has already done and anticipation for what He will continue to do in the years ahead. My prayer is that Laurel Lane Ministries will be a source of healing, freedom, purpose, and hope for all those we encounter.

Thank you for being part of this vision.

With gratitude and faith,

Shawna Ormsby

Founder, President & Executive Director

Laurel Lane Ministries

Who We Serve

"Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ."— Galatians 6:2

At Laurel Lane Ministries, we believe every person is created in the image of God and possesses inherent worth, dignity, purpose, and potential. We are committed to walking alongside individuals, families, ministries, and communities with compassion, support, and practical assistance, helping them experience healing, hope, freedom, restoration, and God's victory along the narrow path that leads to life.

We seek to serve:

• Homeless individuals and families

• Widows and vulnerable adults

• Orphans, foster children, and vulnerable youth

• The poor and economically disadvantaged

• Individuals and families experiencing crisis, hardship, or displacement

• The sick, injured, and those facing physical health challenges

• Individuals living with disabilities, autism, ADHD, special needs, and unique abilities

• Individuals and families impacted by substance abuse, addiction, recovery challenges, and life-controlling struggles

• Individuals facing emotional distress, grief, trauma, loneliness, isolation, self-harm concerns, or suicidal thoughts

• Survivors of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and other forms of hardship

• Veterans, first responders, and those facing unique life challenges

• Families seeking support, encouragement, mentorship, and community

• Individuals seeking spiritual growth, healing, purpose, freedom, and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ

• Communities affected by poverty, environmental neglect, lack of resources, and social isolation

• Churches, ministries, missionaries, and nonprofit organizations seeking partnership, encouragement, volunteer support, resources, or collaborative outreach opportunities

Our desire is to meet people where they are, care for both practical and spiritual needs, and help individuals discover their God-given identity, purpose, and calling. Through compassionate outreach, discipleship, mentorship, wellness initiatives, education, and service, we strive to be the hands and feet of Christ while building stronger individuals, healthier families, thriving ministries, and more connected communities.

Ministry Programs

"As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another,

as good stewards of the manifold grace of God."

— 1 Peter 4:10

Laurel Lane Ministries fulfills its mission by providing Christ-centered programs that support spiritual growth, personal development, healing, restoration, community engagement, and compassionate service. Through these initiatives, we seek to help individuals and families experience hope, freedom, purpose, and God's victory along the narrow path that leads to life.

Community Outreach

Meeting practical needs through service projects, community partnerships, resource distribution, volunteer initiatives, and outreach efforts that demonstrate the love of Christ in tangible ways.

Homeless Assistance

Providing support, resources, encouragement, and pathways toward stability for individuals and families experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.

Faith & Discipleship

Helping individuals grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ through biblical teaching, prayer, mentorship, discipleship opportunities, and spiritual development.

Wellness & Life Coaching

Promoting whole-person wellness through faith-based coaching, personal growth, fitness, nutrition awareness, healthy lifestyle education, and practical life skills.

Women's Mentorship

Encouraging women to embrace healing, faith, leadership, confidence, and purpose through mentorship, discipleship, community, and support.

Youth Mentorship & Martial Arts

Equipping youth with character, discipline, confidence, leadership skills, self-defense training, physical fitness, and positive mentorship in a safe and encouraging environment.

Special Needs & Family Support

Providing encouragement, advocacy, resources, mentorship, and community support for individuals with disabilities, autism, ADHD, special needs, and unique abilities, as well as their families and caregivers.

Recovery & Restoration Support

Supporting individuals and families impacted by addiction, recovery challenges, trauma, and life-controlling struggles through mentorship, encouragement, faith-based support, and community connections.

Veterans & First Responder Support

Providing encouragement, mentorship, faith-based support, community connections, wellness resources, and practical assistance for veterans, active-duty military personnel, first responders, and their families as they navigate life's challenges, transitions, service-related stress, recovery, and personal growth.

Hope & Crisis Support

Offering compassionate support, prayer, encouragement, referrals, and practical assistance to individuals and families experiencing grief, emotional distress, crisis situations, isolation, or significant life challenges.

Creation Care & Community Stewardship

Encouraging responsible stewardship of God's creation through community cleanups, beautification projects, environmental education, conservation efforts, animal welfare initiatives, and service projects that strengthen the well-being of people, animals, and local communities.

Mission Opportunities

Creating opportunities for individuals, churches, ministries, businesses, and community partners to serve others through volunteerism, outreach projects, local missions, and collaborative community initiatives.

As Laurel Lane Ministries grows, additional programs, partnerships, and outreach opportunities may be developed to further advance our mission of helping people experience

healing, freedom, purpose, and God's victory through Jesus Christ.

Building The Laurel Lane Legacy