About Us

Jax, Managing Director & Treasurer

Jax is a faith-driven leader devoted to serving others through truth, stewardship, and the restoration of body, mind, and spirit. With Shalom Temple Ministries, her work reflects a deeper calling to help individuals return to a life rooted in faith, guided by purpose, and aligned with the principles of creation. She believes that true wellness begins with spiritual foundation, where faith shapes daily choices, restores identity, and brings clarity to how we care for our bodies and live in community.

Jax plays a central role in advancing the mission of Shalom Temple Ministries by creating spaces where individuals feel supported, equipped, and encouraged to grow. Her approach connects faith with practical living, helping people take simple, intentional steps toward a better lifestyle and renewed strength. She is committed to helping others reconnect with nature through holistic living that respects the body as it was designed to function.

With a focus on balance, discipline, and self-responsibility, she supports individuals on their path to lasting wellness. Through one-on-one consultations, she provides guidance tailored to each person’s needs, helping them address challenges with clarity and confidence. Jax meets people where they are and walks alongside them as they build a stronger foundation for their lives. Her mission is to equip individuals and families with practical tools they can apply every day, helping them move forward with confidence, consistency, and faith at the center of their journey.

Andrea Wheeler, Executive Director

Andrea Wheeler serves as an executive Director, bringing a hands-on approach shaped by her background as a professional chef and kitchen manager. With years of experience leading kitchen operations and supporting large-scale events, she has played a key role in preparing meals for wellness-focused gatherings, including events featuring Barbara O’Neill. 

Her work centers on fresh, nourishing ingredients and practical approaches to healthy eating. She understands how to plan, source, and execute food programs that support both individual well-being and community-focused initiatives. Andrea supports Shalom Temple Ministries’ efforts by helping align food service with mission-driven goals. She offers insight into kitchen management, event coordination, and creating food experiences that reflect a commitment to vitality, simplicity, and care. 

Brooke Wilson, Secretary

Brooke Wilson serves as Secretary for Shalom Temple Ministries, supporting daily operations with a focus on structure, organization, and guest experience. Her work is grounded in service, helping ensure that every interaction reflects care, clarity, and attention to detail. She plays a steady role behind the scenes, keeping processes moving and supporting the ministry’s mission through consistent, hands-on involvement.

Brooke is a wellness professional with a strong background in leadership, design, and event coordination. She assists with planning and logistics, helping prepare materials, coordinate schedules, and keep internal efforts aligned. Working closely with her mother, Jax, Brooke supports the day-to-day activities of the ministry. She helps carry out initiatives, manage ongoing tasks, and provide the operational support needed to serve the community effectively. Her role continues to grow as she helps build a strong foundation for the ministry’s outreach and future programs.

Barbara, Mentor & Lifestyle Advisor

Barbara O’Neill serves as Mentor and Lifestyle Advisor for Shalom Temple Ministries, offering guidance rooted in faith, personal responsibility, and practical application of natural living. Her role supports the ministry’s mission by helping individuals and families build sustainable habits that strengthen the body, renew the mind, and align daily life with foundational principles of health and stewardship.

Barbara O’Neill is a wellness educator, author, and international speaker known for her lifelong work in natural wellness education. With more than five decades of experience, she has dedicated her career to teaching simple, time-tested principles that support the body’s ability to heal. Her work focuses on the role of nutrition, lifestyle habits, and natural remedies in restoring and maintaining health.

She is the author of Self Heal by Design and Sustain Me, both centered on understanding the body and applying consistent practices that support long-term wellness. In addition to her teaching, Barbara has worked as a health consultant and therapist, helping individuals and families take an active role in their health.

As Mentor and Lifestyle Advisor, Barbara brings clarity, experience, and a steady voice to the ministry. Her work encourages people to take ownership of their health, apply what they learn, and build a life grounded in simple, consistent practices that support lasting change.

Dr. Stephen Pidgeon, Faith & Spiritual Advisor

Dr. Stephen Pidgeon serves as Faith and Spiritual Advisor for Shalom Temple Ministries, providing guidance rooted in scripture, historical context, and disciplined study. His role supports the ministry’s commitment to restoring a deeper understanding of faith, helping individuals engage scripture with clarity, structure, and purpose.

Dr. Pidgeon is the founder and CEO of Cepher Publishing Group and a recognized scholar of Hebraic scripture. He holds a PhD in political science and a Juris Doctor and has spent decades studying ancient texts, languages, and historical context. He is the primary contributor to the creation of the את Cepher, a comprehensive restoration of biblical writings that integrates linguistic and cultural depth.

He is the author of more than 30 books focused on scripture, interpretation, and historical analysis. Through his teaching and mentorship, including advanced instruction at Cepher Academy, he equips students to approach biblical texts with precision and understanding.

As Faith and Spiritual Advisor, Dr. Pidgeon brings both academic depth and practical leadership to the ministry. His guidance helps shape the spiritual foundation of its work, encouraging individuals and families to study scripture with discipline, apply it in daily life, and grow in faith with a clear sense of context and conviction.

Selina Delangre, Organization & Events Advisor

Selina Delangre serves as Organization and Events Advisor for Shalom Temple Ministries, offering guidance shaped by decades of leadership, business insight, and a strong commitment to natural wellness. She supports the ministry’s growth by advising on event strategy, operational structure, and long-term sustainability, helping ensure each initiative is well organized and positioned to serve the community while supporting its mission.

Selina is a visionary leader, author, and advocate for natural wellness with a lifelong dedication to health and healing. As CEO of Selina Naturally, home of the Celtic Sea Salt® brand, she has built a trusted name rooted in quality, transparency, and education. Her business experience brings a steady, practical perspective to the ministry, helping guide decisions that strengthen both impact and reach.

With more than 28 years in the natural products space, Selina contributes a deep understanding of brand development, customer trust, and product integrity. Her leadership helps shape how the ministry presents itself through its events, ensuring consistency, purpose, and a focus on serving others well. Selina’s work continues to inspire individuals and families to take ownership of their health, while her support of Shalom Temple Ministries helps expand its ability to educate, connect, and make a lasting impact.

Gloria Sharlein, Donations and Treasurer Advisor

Gloria Sharlein earned her Holistic Nutrition certification after being inspired by her remarkable recovery with Jonathan Otto in 2023, and joined Health Secret / RedLife as a certified health coach in 2024. Since then, she has helped countless others cleanse, regenerate, and reclaim their health naturally.

Aside from raising her daughter, Gloria considers this work and servicing the greatest blessing of her life. Gloria also brings a unique analytical lens to her services, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Minor in Accounting, and CRLA International Tutoring Certificate. A natural researcher and problem-solver, with 11 years experience in Accounting, as of 2026, and 8 years in compliance. She played a pivotal role in advocating for health freedom, leveraging her research to end COVID-19 vaccine mandates across nine universities and colleges in Nevada in 2022 along with public speaking in multiple states. Her advocacy continues to take her across the U.S., inspirational speaking, podcasting—championing natural healing and transformation lifestyle change.

Chris Hann, Creative & Marketing Advisor

Chris Hann serves as Creative and Marketing Advisor for Shalom Temple Ministries, guiding creative direction, marketing strategy, and event execution. He helps shape how the ministry presents its message, ensuring clear communication, strong branding, and consistent audience engagement across all platforms.

Chris is a creative strategist, event producer, and business advisor with a background in marketing, design, and digital media. He brings a practical approach that connects brand, audience, and experience, helping mission-driven work reach more people and create lasting impact.

In his role, Chris supports planning and promotion while also managing event strategy to drive attendance and raise capital for the ministry’s missionary efforts. He leads brand and marketing direction for events, maintaining quality and alignment across messaging and visuals.

By combining digital strategy with in-person experiences, Chris helps expand visibility, strengthen community connection, and support the long-term growth of Shalom Temple Ministries.

Austin Chaney, Media Content Advisor

Austin Chaney serves as Media Content Advisor for Shalom Temple Ministries, supporting the creation of clear, engaging media that helps share the ministry’s message with a wider audience. His work focuses on capturing real moments, telling meaningful stories, and producing content that connects both online and in person.

As a husband and father, Austin's approach is grounded in faith, family, and purpose, which aligns closely with the mission of the ministry. He is known for a simple, efficient style of production that removes unnecessary complexity while still delivering strong results. Whether filming short-form content for social platforms or producing full brand videos, Austin focuses on clarity, quality, and impact. His hands-on approach allows him to move quickly while maintaining a high standard of visual storytelling.

Within Shalom Temple Ministries, Austin advises on media strategy, video production, and content consistency. He helps guide how stories are captured and shared, ensuring the ministry’s voice remains authentic and accessible. His work supports event coverage, speaker highlights, and ongoing content that extends the reach of the ministry beyond each gathering.

Austin’s ability to translate real experiences into compelling visual content helps strengthen connection, build trust, and bring greater visibility to the ministry’s work.