meet pastor gayla

Gayla Bagwell has been in full time ministry for over 4 decades serving in the church as a teacher, counselor, and a senior pastor along side of her husband. As a dynamic speaker and illustrative teacher she has been the director of ladies ministries for over 40 years. She is also editor-in-chief/publisher of SHINE magazine, which has been distributed in 23 countries to date. 

Gayla has been gifted with a powerful anointing to impact women and to bring healing to their lives. Through visual illustration and audience participation, her “Gayla Events” have become widely known. Gayla has a special anointing to pray for the physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of women who need a touch from God. During her special events, women always experience a life changing touch. 

In 2008, Gayla’s lifetime dream of producing a Christian Women’s Magazine became a reality. SHINE magazine's goal is to shine forth the glory of God in every area of a woman’s life. We pray this website will enhance the magazine’s impact throughout the world.

Gayla enjoys cooking, cute dogs, beautiful scenery, and traveling to fun exotic locations with her husband. She also enjoys spending time with her family that includes two adult sons and their beautiful wives, plus 5 amazing grandchildren.