About Charissa

Charissa Howe serves primarily as a Presbyterian pastor, bringing spiritual guidance and leadership to her community while maintaining an active presence as a writer, leadership coach, and public speaker. With a passion for connecting faith to everyday life, she combines her pastoral experience with compelling storytelling to engage audiences of diverse ages across various platforms.

Charissa addresses topics ranging from spiritual formation to nonprofit engagement. Her trauma-informed leadership coaching specializes in clergy coaching, trauma-informed leadership, and ADHD/ASD.

Her unique perspective, shaped by her pastoral work and life experiences, allows her to bridge theological concepts with practical wisdom. Whether from the pulpit or the podium, she brings authenticity and depth to conversations about faith, community, and personal growth.
She received a Master of Divinity from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in 2014, a Master of Theology from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in 2016, and her Doctorate of Ministry in Missional Leadership in 2023. She is currently completing her International Coaching Federation certification through the Holistic Coach Institute.

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Charissa and her sister run a small traditional publishing company. Check out www.goldenbridgespublishing.com to see how the sisters are helping lift up diverse voices in the world of books.