Anna Shadow
Ordained Minister in Ashville, Alabama
Why did you originally become an ordained minister online?
I became ordained as a way to formally support people seeking spiritual guidance, healing, and personal growth. My path has been shaped by lived experience with grief, recovery, and transformation, and I felt called to walk alongside others during life’s most challenging seasons. Ordination provides a framework that allows me to serve in an inclusive, compassionate, and non-religious way.
Where are you from?
Alabama, United States
What do you hope to achieve with your online ordination?
I hope to provide spiritual guidance and support to individuals navigating grief, trauma, addiction recovery, and major life transitions. My goal is to offer a safe, grounded space where people can explore healing, self-awareness, and meaning without judgment or religious pressure. Ordination allows me to ethically and responsibly serve others as a spiritual guide while continuing my education and growth in this work.
Religious Affiliations
None
Additional Information
My spiritual path is interfaith and personal, honoring individual belief systems and personal meaning rather than adherence to a single doctrine.
What do you think makes your ceremonies special as a Ashville, AL wedding officiant?
My ceremonies are intentionally personal, spiritual, and meaning-centered rather than formal or religious. I focus on honoring the individuals involved, their shared journey, and the intentions they bring into the moment. Each ceremony is approached with care, inclusivity, and respect for personal beliefs, creating a grounded and authentic experience rather than a scripted one.
Are there particular areas near you where you prefer to travel or have special experience?
I primarily offer services locally and remotely, and I’m open to meeting in quiet, neutral spaces or connecting virtually when appropriate.
Types of Service Offered
Renewal of Vows, Handfastings, Funerals, House Blessings, Spiritual Healing, Spiritual Guidance
Additional Information
I provide spiritual guidance focused on personal growth, grief support, shadow work, and life transitions. My approach is inclusive, non-dogmatic, and grounded in compassion, lived experience, and personal empowerment. I do not provide licensed mental health or medical services, but I offer supportive spiritual counseling to help individuals gain clarity, healing, and inner strength on their personal journey.