Faith in Action: Shane Manney on Purpose, Service, and Global Impact

Shane Manney, Founder and Executive Director of 5 Stones International, a mission-driven nonprofit expanding hope, training, and humanitarian aid around the globe, joins program host Dr. Chris Meek on this installment of Next Steps Forward. Shane shares his powerful journey from U.S. Marine Corps service and frontline security work to building a ministry rooted in faith, fitness, and relational discipleship. You’ll hear how 5 Stones uses mixed martial arts, tactical training, and international outreach to help individuals discover identity, purpose, and meaning in Christ while serving communities in some of the world’s toughest environments. Tune in for inspiring stories of resilience, mission, and the next steps forward in making a tangible impact in people’s lives.

About Shane Manney: Shane Manney is the founder of 5 Stones Fight Club. He has over 20 years of coaching experience that includes wrestling, boxing, submission grappling and strength training. He spent six years as an infantry machine gunner in the United States Marine Corps, two years as a police officer in Richmond, Virginia, and eight years as a private security contractor and security lead supervisor for Exelon Nuclear Security.  Currently, he works in the field of drug and alcohol rehabilitation at Pennsylvania Counseling Services.