JOY Executive Team

Fran Dwelle
JOY Founder & President

Fran Dwelle is the Founder and President of JOY (formerly known as JOY International). Prior to moving to Bismarck in 1997, she and her husband were missionaries in eastern Europe where she founded JOY in Vienna, Austria.

Fran is also the creator of Pray3.org, an online ministry dedicated to helping women experience the power of prayer by praying together in a prayer triplet for three months.

In 2022, Fran released her book Failing Heart, Unfailing Heart, a story of her remarkable journey from heart attack to healing. Find out more at frandwelle.com

Fran loves God and life and cherishes each day. She enjoys helping women fulfill their purpose and discover their gifts and strengths. In her spare time she enjoys playing piano, reading, cooking Italian, walking, or having coffee with a friend.