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SUNRISE WITH SHONA
By HOT 102.7FMReligion & Spirituality
SUNRISE WITH SHONA episodes
- Sunrise with Shona - 13 September 2026Reverend Shona explores one of the hardest calls of faith: forgiving others, even when the hurt runs deep. Drawing on Scripture, she reflects on God’s grace and why recognising how much we have been forgiven can help us extend that same grace to others.15 min
- Seeing beyond with Shona - 10 SeptemberReverend Shona explores how self-awareness, self-control and empathy can help us strengthen our emotional intelligence. From managing emotions under pressure to truly listening to others, she shares practical ways to build better relationships at work and in life.5 min
- Sunrise with Shona - 6 September 2026Reverend Shona reflects on gratitude — recognising the blessings in our lives and the importance of giving thanks, even through difficult seasons. She also explores Paul’s teachings on generosity, and why giving our time, talents and resources should come from the heart and with joy.13 min
- Seeing Beyond with Shona - 3 September 2026Reverend Shona shares a simple lesson in dealing with life’s obstacles: sometimes perseverance isn’t enough — you need to change your position and perspective.She explores the power of stepping back, asking for help and finding a different way forward.4 min
- Sunrise with Shona - 30 August 2026Reverend Shona reflects on what it means to put love into action through humility, prayer, service and genuine care for others.She encourages us to surrender to God’s purpose, use our gifts faithfully and overcome evil with good.15 min
- Seeing Beyond with Shona - 20 August 2026Reverend Shona reflects on how her experience with oncology and radiation taught her the importance of slowing down and appreciating the people around us.It’s a gentle reminder to focus on what truly matters, count our blessings and make sure the people in our lives know they are valued.4 min
- Sunrise with Shona - 16 August 2026Reverend Shona reflects on the powerful lessons of grace, forgiveness and belonging, drawing on Joseph’s reunion with the brothers who betrayed him and Jesus’ encounter with the Canaanite woman. She challenges us to embrace those who are different, choose grace over anger and allow God’s love and forgiveness to shape the way we treat others.15 min
- Seeing Beyond with Shona - 13 AugustReverend Shona explores how honest, thoughtful communication can resolve many of the challenges we face in our personal and professional relationships.From choosing the right words and tone to understanding how others receive us, she explains why learning to speak — and listen — from the heart matters.5 min
- Sunrise with Shona - 9 August 2026Reverend Shona draws lessons from the stories of Joseph and Jesus walking on water, reminding us to remain faithful when life feels unfair or uncertain.By keeping our eyes on God through every storm, we can trust that He is always present and His plan is unfolding.16 min
- Seeing Beyond with Shona - 6 August 2026Reverend Shona uses the simple analogy of butterflies and gardens to explain why lasting change begins within us rather than by chasing external success. She explores how personal growth, consistent new habits and a shift in mindset can help us attract the life, relationships and opportunities we seek.4 min
About SUNRISE WITH SHONA
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After a deep and powerful experience of the healing love of God at the age of 14, Shona felt that God was calling her to help others connect with God and experience themselves and others as beloved by God. She took a long and convoluted journey to ordained ministry but was always involved in ministry where ever she has found herself.
Shona first completed a BSc(Med) from the University of the Witwatersrand and worked in the corporate world. Both at university and at work Shona started spirituality groups that often focused on the teachings of the Mystics.
After having been blessed with two children, Shona completed her PGDE(Cum Laude) and began teaching. She taught every grade from grade 0-12 ending up teaching Grade 11 and 12 Maths and Science before entering full time ministry as a youth pastor. During this time she completed her BTh(Cum Laude). In fulltime ministry Shona was able to follow her passion for God, teaching, learning and exploring new things, as well as connecting with young people. One of the most exciting projects was starting a Diocesan youth program together with a colleague called Transformers. In this group young people were helped to explore their relationship with God, exposed to new theological thinking and encouraged to ask anything they wanted. Out of this group several young people started to explore a calling to the ordained ministry and some are now ordained. Shona also completed a two year course in Inner Healing and leads two meditation groups as well as a Christ Healing group.
In January 2013, Shona was appointed as the Rector of St Mark, Northriding and enjoys leading and sharing in this diverse and deep community and in various outreach initiatives in the community. She has been able to continue her involvement in schools as chaplain to both a primary and high school and she is on the board for Vuleka/SSB