Born in Addis Ababa, Shoan caught fire becoming a follower of Christ at age 17. Graduating from Grace Bible College, he served as an evangelist, heading up the national Scripture Union, creating Bible Study Groups throughout Southern Ethiopia. Obtaining a scholarship, Shoan came to America where he obtained a B.A. at Biola College, and M.Div at Talbot Seminary, while founding a church of Ethiopia Believers in L.A. He returned to Kenya to do a radio ministry in Amharic to reach Ethiopia, while learning Swahili to win disciples also in Kenya. Today he and his wife Negest are a uniquely equipped team to make a positive impact for Jesus Christ. They have vital contacts in the entire region to bring depth, unity, and encouragement to Christian Churches during a time of intense challenges.