Ellie Heinly

Artist Spotlight

July 2025

From a young age, Ellie Heinly encountered the transformative presence of Jesus through intentional time in worship, prayer, and the Word. Her spiritual journey deepened as a teenager in her church’s youth group, where she experienced formative moments such as prayer retreats in the woods, extended worship gatherings, and open discussions about hearing God’s voice. These experiences instilled in her a profound hunger for God’s presence and a daily dependence on His guidance.

Ellie discovered a deep joy in worship early on, first by singing on the youth worship team and later by attending worship camps at a House of Prayer. It was during these camps that she experienced her most significant spiritual growth, returning each summer with an even greater hunger for God. Over time, she began playing guitar, writing songs, and leading worship— and is often found worshipping privately, simply her guitar and the Lord. She also explored her musicality by playing in a folk cover band, Tangerine Lane, with close friend Gracie Verrett.

With a strong heart for ministry, Ellie has led Bible studies, organized a young women’s conference, and actively pursues opportunities to pour into her generation. In January 2025, she joined Gen Z for Jesus, touring the nation for two months to minister in high schools and churches, witnessing countless lives transformed through salvation and rededication. While Ellie’s first love is ministering to the Lord, she carries a deep burden for the broken and the depressed among her peers. In August, she will take the next step in her journey by attending UPPERROOM School of Ministry in Dallas, Texas, to be further equipped to bring healing and hope to her generation.

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