Welcome to Coffee & Conversation!
Her Life Speaks invites you to join us as we cozy up with a cup of coffee and an inspirational word to start your day. Join April Sliwak and our special guest, Shelly Bell, as they offer encouragement with an authentic conversation and godly truths to fill your hearts with God’s love. RSVP now!
Meet Shelly
Shelly L. Bell, an exhorter with an infectious smile and jovial personality, was born and
raised in Newark, New Jersey. She didn’t grow up in a home where her parents loved
Jesus. As the oldest child of 3, she grew up with shame, guilt and believed she was not
qualified or worthy of happiness. These beliefs were damaging her life and got out of
hand.
We make many choices in life; we choose where to go to school, where to live, and we
have to choose to be happy! Shelly realized no one else was responsible for her
happiness. “When I realized that God is a God of second chances... it set me free to be
who I am. I am responsible for my happiness, and I owe it to myself.” She is the
Principal & Founder of Happy, Inc., Shelly L Bell a personal development organization
dedicated to edifying, elevating, and encouraging women to create their ideal lives.
As a speaker for women’s conferences and events, she teaches women how to
transform their mindset. Her presentations are considered uplifting, inspirational and
cover topics that include hope, courage, believing in yourself, and overcoming adversity.
She bravely inspires women to follow their dreams, face the barriers and become next
generation leaders.
The Honorable Shelly L. Bell made history when she became the first African-African to
receive her party’s nomination and endorsement to run for Township Committee in
Montgomery, New Jersey on November 3, 2020 making her a role model for other
minority women with political aspirations. One of the programs she is actively involved
in is Sisters of Refugee, a program that works directly with Hope Partners to connect
women in refugee camps in Uganda.
Minister Bell, an ordained faith leader with Word Up Ministries, stands at the intersection
of faith and politics. She serves as Coach for the Empower Proclaim Program through
the Christian Ministry Alliance, is on the Board for the Fellowship Deaconry, and
MasterWorks, Inc., an international disciple making and leadership organization.
Shelly is currently the Director of Institutional Outreach and Alumni Association at Pillar
College.
“Pillar College has equipped me with the tools and confidence in the field of counseling.
I have always been passionate about empowering women. Now, I can provide coping
and communication techniques to help women unlock their potential, embrace their
purpose and point them to Jesus!” Ms. Belle
“YHWH chose Pillar for me because He had unique plans for me. Proverbs 3:5-6 says,
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your understanding; in all your way,
submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.”
raised in Newark, New Jersey. She didn’t grow up in a home where her parents loved
Jesus. As the oldest child of 3, she grew up with shame, guilt and believed she was not
qualified or worthy of happiness. These beliefs were damaging her life and got out of
hand.
We make many choices in life; we choose where to go to school, where to live, and we
have to choose to be happy! Shelly realized no one else was responsible for her
happiness. “When I realized that God is a God of second chances... it set me free to be
who I am. I am responsible for my happiness, and I owe it to myself.” She is the
Principal & Founder of Happy, Inc., Shelly L Bell a personal development organization
dedicated to edifying, elevating, and encouraging women to create their ideal lives.
As a speaker for women’s conferences and events, she teaches women how to
transform their mindset. Her presentations are considered uplifting, inspirational and
cover topics that include hope, courage, believing in yourself, and overcoming adversity.
She bravely inspires women to follow their dreams, face the barriers and become next
generation leaders.
The Honorable Shelly L. Bell made history when she became the first African-African to
receive her party’s nomination and endorsement to run for Township Committee in
Montgomery, New Jersey on November 3, 2020 making her a role model for other
minority women with political aspirations. One of the programs she is actively involved
in is Sisters of Refugee, a program that works directly with Hope Partners to connect
women in refugee camps in Uganda.
Minister Bell, an ordained faith leader with Word Up Ministries, stands at the intersection
of faith and politics. She serves as Coach for the Empower Proclaim Program through
the Christian Ministry Alliance, is on the Board for the Fellowship Deaconry, and
MasterWorks, Inc., an international disciple making and leadership organization.
Shelly is currently the Director of Institutional Outreach and Alumni Association at Pillar
College.
“Pillar College has equipped me with the tools and confidence in the field of counseling.
I have always been passionate about empowering women. Now, I can provide coping
and communication techniques to help women unlock their potential, embrace their
purpose and point them to Jesus!” Ms. Belle
“YHWH chose Pillar for me because He had unique plans for me. Proverbs 3:5-6 says,
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your understanding; in all your way,
submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.”
Past Guests
Lynette Lewis
Author, TEDx Speaker, and Business Consultant
Author, TEDx Speaker, and Business Consultant
Megan Alexander
Author, Actress, and News Correspondent
Author, Actress, and News Correspondent
Liz Rodriguez
Burn Survivor, Believer, Volunteer
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