Shelly Buchan
Children’s Discipleship Lead
Shelly completed a B.A. in Christian Education at Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL. She completed her elementary teaching certification at the College of St. Elizabeth in New Jersey. She is the Children’s Discipleship Lead at St. Charles Parish, overseeing the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, Children’s Discipleship for 1st-5th Grade, and First Sacraments. She has been involved with Catechesis of the Good Shepherd since 2005 and is trained in all three levels, serving children ages 3-12. She is also a recognized formation leader for children ages 3-6, meaning she can train adults in Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. Shelly has spent most of her working years serving in the church. Shelly is married to Thomas, and they have two children. In her spare time, Shelly enjoys hiking, biking, and spending time with family and friends.