Our Story & Vision

Jaine's Passion

Janie is passionate about helping others find the freedom, joy and beauty

of a rich inner life in Christ. Her motto is “Nurture Soul; Live Whole!

Her Two Books

Her two books, Spa Treatments for your Body and Soul, and Even If: The Transforming Power of Perfect Love, are available on Amazon. Janie’s entrepreneurial experience includes founding a startup wholesale gift company as well as working as an art licensing director and consultant. 

Janie Seltzer

Janie Seltzer, M.A. is a Zig Ziglar Legacy Trainer and Ziglar Certified Coach, speaker, author of  two books and as well as a poet and artist of the spiritual life.

Hidden Life Ministries

Janie co-leads Hidden Life Ministries with her husband, Don, who is an ordained Pastor. Hidden Life is a niche Christian ministry that focuses on healing the heart of individuals, marriages and families. It is a HUB family of faith with regular Chapel Services in the Sacred Garden, a HARBOR for seekers and visitors, and a safe HIDEAWAY for individuals, couples and families to heal.

Don and Janie have been partners in marriage, ministry and life for over 45 years. They have two grown sons and three golden retriever mixes–Peaches, Rudy and Sweden!

As spiritual director for the Zig Ziglar Family Community around the world, Janie broadcasts weekly on Facebook LIVE to an average audience of 30,000. You can find the Garden Devos and Sunday morning messages, as well as “Spoken Word Poems” on Youtube at JaniePoet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Janie Seltzer’s background?

Janie Seltzer holds an M.A. in Pastoral Theology from Loyola Marymount University and is a poet, speaker, and spiritual director with Hidden Life Ministries and Zig Ziglar Family Community International

What does she offer on her website?

Her site features spiritual retreats, spoken-word poetry, SoulCARE courses (via the "Sisters of the Heart" member hub), free soul-care resources, and livestreamed weekly messages that reach a global audience

Who is her audience?

Her messages resonate with those seeking spiritual formation and a richer inner life—people drawn to personal growth, soul care, and authenticity in their faith journey.

How can I access SoulCARE content?

You can find videos on YouTube and also you can find the Women's Center for SoulCARE here!

Where can I watch her livestreams?

Janie has many videos that you can find on her YouTube Page including spoken word poetry, garden devotionals and weekly sermons with her husband Pastor Don Seltzer. In addition you can find her on the Zig Ziglar Facebook Page --which attract approximately 40,000 listeners worldwide

What is her coaching style?

Drawing from her pastoral training and personal journey, Janie coaches with compassion, authenticity, and an emphasis on embracing life’s imperfect beauty as part of spiritual growth

Does she write poetry or books?

Yes—Janie is a published author (listed on Amazon) and writes spoken-word poetry that’s an expression of her spiritual life and formation journey

Get my free ebook: Spa Treatments for your Body and Soul! My hope and prayer is that your soul will begin the exciting journey of being refreshed and renewed by having a strong inner life in Christ. 

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