Rev. Eggleston comes to us having served as a Settled Pastor and Co-Pastor of two congregations in our regional church and as Interim Minister in 3 congregations, including one in Montana where she was born, as well as extensive short-term interims and pulpit supply positions.  She also has a background in church administrative work and childcare provision and supervision.  Shari will serve the congregation 20 hours a week and continue in her role as Pastor of The View Christian Church which meets virtually and as Administrative Staff for the Christian Church in Oregon and SW Idaho.

Rev. Eggleston holds degrees from Bushnell University (formerly Northwest Christian College) and George Fox Seminary.  She is currently enrolled in Phillips Seminary Doctor of Ministry program. 

She is married to Rev. David Eggleston and they have four children and six grandchildren.