Furnace Ministries is a Bible-centered community in Salida, Colorado, dedicated to helping people know God intimately and stand firm in a chaotic world.

Established in 2013, Furnace Ministries is a small non-profit organization founded by Jesse and Lisa Kelly. The ministry began within the Salida community to reach individuals feeling hopeless and in need of a stronger, life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ.

From our beginning, we have been a group fully dependent on the Holy Word of God and the leading of the Holy Spirit. Through faith, we have had the privilege and blessing of seeing lives transformed for the glory of God.

Our vision

To see our local community renewed and saved by the power of the Gospel, standing unashamedly on biblical truth and led by the Holy Spirit.

Foundational pillars of our ministry

The full counsel of God

We preach, teach, and believe in the complete, uncompromised truth of Scripture.

Unashamed of the gospel

We stand firmly on Romans 1:16, knowing the Gospel is the power of God unto salvation for everyone who believes.

led by the spirit

We remain fully dependent on the Holy Spirit to guide our daily lives, worship, and community outreach.

a resilient testimony

We focus on cultivating deep personal relationships with God so believers can navigate an uncertain world with faith.

Connect with us

Whether you are searching for hope, looking to deepen your relationship with Jesus, or seeking a Bible-based community, come as you are.