Shauna Amick

In 2005, Shauna Amick was surprised to learn during her 3^rd pregnancy that her child would have Down Syndrome and a life-threatening heart defect. In need of support and the fellowship Joni and her family joined Joni and Friends first as family members needing help and hope. When she saw how Joni and Friends shared her passion for speaking up on behalf of those who cannot speak for themselves, she was happy to join the ministry in a professional capacity, as well. In 2011 she became a member of the Board of Direcors of Joni and Friends.

Parenting A Child with Down Syndrome

In 2005, Shauna Amick was surprised to learn during her third pregnancy that her child would have Down Syndrome and a life-threatening heart defect. Shauna’s doctors immediately & repeatedly recommended termination, which she refused to do, relying upon pro-life verses she had learned from the Bible. In this episode, Shuana praises God for Sarah’s Down Syndrome because that’s who He made Sarah to be and she brings glory to His name.

March 21, 2022

Encouraging the Gifts of a Child With Special Needs

Look for ways to involve your child in blessing others.

March 14, 2016