Who We Are

SOULWELL Ministries is a 501(c)(3) non-profit parachurch spiritual formation ministry.​

Vision

To change the world by transforming legacies one soul at a time.

Mission

SOULWELL Ministries is changing lives by inviting people to live in freedom through the transformational power of Christ.

"All of us arrive on earth with souls in perfect form.  But from the moment of birth onward, the soul or "true self" is assailed by deforming forces from without and within: by jealousy, resentment, self-doubt, anger, fear, shame, and other forces of the inner life.  These powers would hold less sway over our life if we refused to collaborate with them.  But refusal is risky, so we deny our own truth, take up lives of "self impersonation", and betray our true identities.  And yet the soul persistently calls us back to our birthright form, back to lives that are grounded, connected, and whole. "    - Parker Palmer (A Hidden Wholeness)

We believe that Jesus is the true Healer of our souls, and it is only by His tender love for us that we can find Full and Lasting Freedom to live as our authentic selves, the way He created us - whole and free!  (John 10:10)

​Core Values

​SOULWELL Ministries is Christ-centered in all its planning, organizing and services. Everything we do is based on our core values:

LOVING – We recognize that a restorative journey can only be offered in an atmosphere that reflects the love of God. We do this through the way we serve and minister to others, building a loving community where all are welcome.

INSPIRING – By living authentic, transparent and Christ-centered lives, our hope is that we’ll inspire others to do the same by surrendering to God and allowing Him to bring out their true selves.

TRANSFORMING – Through the teaching of spiritual disciplines, we equip others to develop a transforming relationship with Christ. These include contemplative prayer practices and other spiritual exercises that allow us to continue to experience God in deeper ways.

Kelly Burnett​​

Founder & President​

Kelly’s passion is to help people break free from strongholds and defeated living. Kelly knows true transformation is possible and is driven to see the peace and power of Christ empower every Christian. Personally, she has witnessed this possibility in her own life, after being set free from a legacy of lies, pain, worry, and lack of trust. After working in ministry both on church staff and other non-profit ministries, God called Kelly to create the SOULWELL Journey. SOULWELL Ministries was birthed out of Kelly's mission to lead others to discover the key to freedom is Jesus Christ. 

Kelly’s experience and training in para-church ministry span over 30 years.
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​Board Members

Kelly Burnett, Founder & President 
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SWJ Women’s Pilot Team, SWJ Volunteer, Bible Study Small Group Leader

Debbie D'Ambrosio, 1st Vice President & Risk Management
SWJ Women’s Pilot Team, SWJ Volunteer, Bible Study Small Group Leader
Vice President Risk Management, Burnett Staffing

Linda Madeksho, 2nd Vice President/Treasurer 
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SWJ Women’s Pilot Team, SOULWELL Spiritual Director & SWJ Women’s Pastor, SWJ Leadership Team & Volunteer
Spiritual Director & Founder, Enlighten Ministries

Michelle Leonard, Secretary
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SWJ Women’s 2019, SWJ Leadership Team & Volunteer, Math Interventionist CFISD,

Chris Nooney
SWJ Men's 20/21, SWJ Team Volunteer
Senior Vice President, Residential Lending (CMPS)
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Amy Lippincott
SWJ Women’s 2022, SWJ Team Volunteer
Realtor/Team Lead, Lippincott Team Realtors

Paul McCown 
SWJ Men’s Pilot Team 2019, SWJ Team Volunteer
Vice President, JP Morgan Chase

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​Advisory Board Members

Sheila Birmingham
SWJ Women’s Pilot Team
Co-Owner &  Accountant Alliance Graphics

Rick Burnett
SWJ Men’s Pilot Team, SWJ Men’s Leadership Team & Volunteer, SOULWELL Bible Study Facilitator
VP Burnett Staffing & Child Advocates Board Member

Sue Burnett
President Burnett Staffing, Goodwill Industries Board Member, Inspire Women Advisory Board Member

Teresa Franklin
SWJ Women’s Pilot Team, SWJ Team Volunteer
Regency Counseling Associates LPC

Melanie Offutt
SWJ Women’s Pilot Team, SWJ Soul Create Lead Facilitator & Team Volunteer
Art Teacher Cypress Ranch High School, Ministry Partner to pastor and her spouse, Brian Offutt,

Communications Director

Jennifer Hawes
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SWJ Women’s 2019, SWJ Leadership Team & Volunteer
Site Director Houston Swim Club, 

Marketing Director

Megan Ray
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SWJ Women’s 2019, SWJ Leadership Team & Volunteer
Principal & Environmental Division Manager Ninyo & Moore