About
In October of 2015, Jodi Sell's family experienced a tragedy when her husband, Wesley, and her two children were in a boating accident in which Wes lost his life. In the week following the accident as rescue teams worked tirelessly to find Wes' body, Jodi and her children, along with close family and friends experienced an indescribable peace as they began the healing process at a cabin nearby. One year later, God shared with Jodi that she was to build a ministry. In October 2016 Jodi gathered with close family and friends to honor Wes' memory and held their first retreat. By the end of 2016 the name of the ministry was revealed as well as the mission.
Moving into 2017, it became clear that God was ordaining Forged In Faith Oak Ministries (FIFOM) to provide retreats for others. These retreats are designed to create a space in time for all those in attendance to unite together to meet Jesus in ways they have never done before. In October 2017, FIFOM held their first Unite to Know Women's retreat. As 2017 came to a close the vision for Forged In Faith Oak Ministries was revealed and to date God continues to provide each step FIFOM is to take.
In the fall of 2017, Forged In Faith Oak Ministries was established as a Nebraska non-profit corporation. By February 2018, the ministry received notice that they had been granted 501(c)3 status by the IRS. Forged In Faith Oak Ministries is governed by a board of directors consisting of five individuals; Jodi Sell-Grove, Steve Dodson, Deb Dodson, Jason Grove, and Dawn Skibinski. These individuals also serve as the 'core team' for Forged In Faith Oak Ministries. They hold the vision, walk out the mission daily and serve with all retreat lead teams. All praise and glory is given to God as He continues to provide accelerated wonders.
At Forged In Faith Oak Ministries we are called by Christ to serve others with the intent of sharing the truth through grace, encourage wholeness through relationship with Jesus and stand in faith through His word. Walking in the mission of UNITING to KNOW Jesus Christ, we provide opportunities for others to heal while not stifling God’s creativity on what that should look like. These opportunities include retreats/events for women, men, youth, families, and organizations.
Moving into 2017, it became clear that God was ordaining Forged In Faith Oak Ministries (FIFOM) to provide retreats for others. These retreats are designed to create a space in time for all those in attendance to unite together to meet Jesus in ways they have never done before. In October 2017, FIFOM held their first Unite to Know Women's retreat. As 2017 came to a close the vision for Forged In Faith Oak Ministries was revealed and to date God continues to provide each step FIFOM is to take.
In the fall of 2017, Forged In Faith Oak Ministries was established as a Nebraska non-profit corporation. By February 2018, the ministry received notice that they had been granted 501(c)3 status by the IRS. Forged In Faith Oak Ministries is governed by a board of directors consisting of five individuals; Jodi Sell-Grove, Steve Dodson, Deb Dodson, Jason Grove, and Dawn Skibinski. These individuals also serve as the 'core team' for Forged In Faith Oak Ministries. They hold the vision, walk out the mission daily and serve with all retreat lead teams. All praise and glory is given to God as He continues to provide accelerated wonders.
At Forged In Faith Oak Ministries we are called by Christ to serve others with the intent of sharing the truth through grace, encourage wholeness through relationship with Jesus and stand in faith through His word. Walking in the mission of UNITING to KNOW Jesus Christ, we provide opportunities for others to heal while not stifling God’s creativity on what that should look like. These opportunities include retreats/events for women, men, youth, families, and organizations.
Jodi Sell
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Owner of GLOW Leadership, LLC
Founder of Forged In Faith Oak Ministries |
Jodi Sell was in public education for 15 years when her husband lost his life. During her tenure as a public educator, she acquired a myriad of endorsements and degrees; Pk-8 elementary education degree, coaching endorsement, Pk-12 Media Endorsement, 9-12 Technology endorsement, Pk-6 Masters in Elementary Education Administration. It was after Wes' death, Jodi knew it was time to make the transition out of public education. She then began the journey of acquiring a life coaching certification from the Coaches Training Institute (CTI). Jodi spent 1 year learning and developing her skills in CTI's Co-Active Model. In September of 2017, Jodi earned her Associate Coaching Credential (ACC) from CTI. GLOW Leadership, LLC was established in the summer of 2015 in which Jodi activates her coaching skills with individual clients, organizations, and teams.
Jodi believes that being a disciple of Jesus Christ is the reason she was created. With the intention of following Jesus, she knows that teaching, speaking and leading teams are a part of her calling as a disciple. Uniting to Know Jesus Christ is the mission of Forged In Faith Oak Ministries and to date Jodi, along with the FIFOM's core team, has led teams that have designed various retreats.
Jodi believes that being a disciple of Jesus Christ is the reason she was created. With the intention of following Jesus, she knows that teaching, speaking and leading teams are a part of her calling as a disciple. Uniting to Know Jesus Christ is the mission of Forged In Faith Oak Ministries and to date Jodi, along with the FIFOM's core team, has led teams that have designed various retreats.
FIFOM Ministry Building |
In 2013 the Sell's purchased a lot in the town in which they resided. With no understanding of 'why,' just a knowing that it was right. Fast forward a little over two years to 2015 when Wes lost his life, Jodi let go of any dreams she & Wes had together. In October 2016 when it became clear that she was to build a ministry, Jodi immediately knew the lot would be used for Forged In Faith Oak Ministries.
As of March 2021, the Forged In Faith Oak Ministries office space and conference center is complete to the point where the team is able to open the doors to serve others. The Forged In Faith Oak Ministries team continues to give ALL praise and glory to God, for none of this would be possible without Him. |