Our Spiritual Path Begins

Meet Pastor Karen D. McGirt the founder of Shifted Atmosphere Ministries and Shifted Atmosphere Ministries Resiliency Partners both being 501(c)(3) organizations. 

Pastor KD McGirt holds an Associates Degree in Psychology in Christian Counseling from Liberty University. Pastor KD McGirt graduated Cum Laude from Johnson C Smith University, May of 2023 with a Bachelors in Social work and has also been inducted into two Honor Societies Alpha Sigma Lambda and Phi Alpha Society for Social Workers. Pastor Karen is also obtaining Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor. 

Pastor KD McGirt was featured in the Charlotte Observer and News Break for her accomplishments. Pastor KD McGirt has birthed a Food Distribution Ministry to address food insecurities in the Beatties Ford Road corridor community in West Charlotte. 

As you can see, ministry is deeply embedded  in her heart, even in the marketplace.  She has worked in the Mental Health field for over 15yrs throughout Mecklenburg County and surrounding areas in multiple roles such as Administrative Assistant and Direct Support Professional.   

Pastor KD McGirt has been in ministry at different capacities as a Choir Director, Praise & Worship Leader and Psalmist since the age of 18 years old however for the last 3 years the Lord has called her to Preach the Gospel to the nations!!

Pastor KD McGirt has also been given the responsibility outside of the 4 walls of the church to support the population of recovering addicts who struggle with substance abuse disorders; displaced teen mothers; and to create an outlet for teen to adolescent young women and young men to be heard and supported.

To connect with us for partnerships, volunteering and community service and assist in our mission contact us at: km.shiftedatmosphere@gmail.com or 704-293-4292.