Jana Sipe Berndt

Jana Sipe Berndt is a blessed mother of three adult children, dog mom to an adorably naughty golden retriever, friend to anyone who can keep up with her face-paced walks, and talented musician seated most often at the piano.

She spent the last thirty-five years as a banker, advisor, and friend to many in her small northern Minnesota community. For much of her career, Jana served on numerous community and non-profit boards.

Her life was very normal...until one day it wasn't. Widowed at fifty-two, she was faced with a future she never asked for, didn't want, and certainly didn't foresee.

Jana's honest, faith-filled storytelling will encourage, comfort, and inspire you to build resilience in your personal quest towards a more joy-filled life. Finding Norm will leave you with hope that a new "norm" is possible and worth finding!