Pastor, Williamsville United Methodist Church
Bio
Pastor Shane Sims comes to us as his first appointment. Recently graduating from License to Preach School and Previously serving as a Lay Leader at Springfield First United Methodist Church as a Campus Pastor. Where over time he was mentored and developed by multiple pastoral leaders. He has a passion for the lost to be reached and for the church to meet them right where they are in life. Pastor Shane believes and his teachings encourage that everyone is loved by God and there is a plan for each life.
He brings innovative ideas, with a biblical foundation to go into the world and make disciples.
Pastor Shane is in the process of finishing his education at Western Illinois University and furthering his education through Divinity Studies. He resides in Springfield with his lovely wife Yanin ( and no this is not a misspelling), daughter Addyson and two sons Max and Sebastian.
Hobbies include Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, working out and spending time with family and friends.