January 27, 2024

Siyan Fayiga is a child of God and a disciple of Jesus Christ, who has walked with God for over

forty-five years. She has been married to her husband, Yomi Fayiga, for twenty-eight years.

Together they have three young adult children.

She is a multifaceted professional, blending the precision of a seasoned engineer, the creativity

of a home builder, with the nurturing spirit of a dedicated homeschool mother.

Siyan started her career as a structural engineer, but elected to be a stay-at-home mom once

kids came along, homeschooling her three children through high school. Thereafter, she

transitioned her career into home building with the establishment of Crux Engineering and

Construction, where she brings a unique perspective to her craft, merging technical know-how

with creativity to design spaces that reflect dreams and aspirations.

Her unwavering love for God serves as the cornerstone of her life and work. Siyan finds

inspiration and strength in her faith, and she endeavors to infuse her talks with messages of

hope, purpose, and love of the Word of God.

Siyan hosted a women’s bible study for over ten years and published several faith-based articles

in the local newspaper. She loves to share her unique blend of experiences to inspire and uplift

others at women's retreats and gatherings. Her sessions resonate deeply, inspiring women to

embrace their journeys, and find strength in God and His word. Attendees can expect a

refreshing perspective from Siyan, blending the precision of an engineer, warmth of a sister, creativity of a home builder, and wisdom rooted in faith.

Shelia has a passion to see each member of the body of Christ recognize God's vision for their

lives and engage God given gifts and assignments to achieve that vision. She believes

understanding how to define those gifts, overcome demonic schemes to steal and destroy

them, and use and expand those gifts is all part of achieving your destiny.

Shelia is currently an Executive Consultant, inspirational speaker and an active Board Member

of The Heights of Ellis County. Shelia served as Administrative Pastor at Trinity Church Cedar

Hill for 25 years, directing business operations for the ministry. She was also lead instructor for

Christian Education Classes: Financial Freedom, Restoring Relationships, Blessed Life, Dream to

Destiny, The Power of Your Words, Cleansing Stream. During that time, she engaged in

marketplace ministry by serving as:

Chairman of the Board of the Cedar Hill Chamber of Commerce (two terms),

Officer and board member of Transformation Vision Cedar Hill, 

Chairman of the Executive Board - Hope Mansion,

Board Member - Love Your City,

Board Member - Strategic Business Alliance,

Cedar Hill Food Pantry Advisory Board,

Cedar Hill Bond Committee,

Current Board Member - Inspire School Programs,

Current Board Member – The Heights of Ellis County

She is a graduate of Leadership Southwest and 2004 Cedar Hill Woman of the Year; recipient of

the Cedar Hill Great Impact Servant Leader Award; Leadership Southwest Distinguished Leader

Award and was presented the Key to the City of Cedar Hill in 2018.

Mel is the wife of Lt. Col. (Ret) Brian Birdwell, a survivor of the terrorist attack on the

Pentagon on September 11, 2001, and is currently a Texas State Senator representing Senate

District 22, a graduate of Kansas State University, and a proud former Army wife. The

Department of Defense awarded her the Outstanding Civilian Service Medal in 2004.

She is an active volunteer in her community, serving on numerous non-profit boards and

organizations. She managed the nonprofit ministry Face the Fire Ministries, assisting burn

survivors the Birdwell’s established after 9/11. Most importantly, Brian describes her “as his

greatest ambassador”. Most importantly, she loves Jesus.

The Birdwell’s have one son, Matt, his fantastic wife, Ann Marie, and two grandchildren, Elijah and Lily.