Jodi Whitsitt -Extra Grace Required,
Christian Blogger & Speaker
Having lost her husband unexpectedly on the Eve of Easter Sunday 2016, Jodi Whitsitt has experienced the kind of loss that can destroy a woman’s faith. But today, she is a living testimony of God’s amazing grace and steadfast love. She is a self-admitted work-in-progress as she delivers truth, hope and encouragement to those walking through grief as well as those who want to learn how to love and serve their mourning friends. None of us escape the grief this fallen, temporary world brings, making her message relevant to all.
She has developed a community of readers from around the world on her blog, Extra Grace Required. The death of her husband and father to her children could have easily devastated her family’s faith, but she’s turning her pain into purpose. Her ministry gives words to the feelings, fears and struggles we all experience but don’t know how to name. She brings a genuine message of comfort and encouragement to others, and reminds us all that God is faithful and good, ALL THE TIME. Her message of hope will resonate with your audience and remind them they are not alone. Her honesty will unveil the power of “being real” with each other, which is where beautiful, loving, supportive and meaningful friendships between women are formed.
Topics vary, but all center on God’s GRACE, and getting through life’s tough stuff with hope & joy. Messages can be adapted to fit your event. Specializing in Women’s Ministry Events but a relevant message for all audiences.
What They’re Saying:
“Jodi blessed over 400 women at our Spring Brunch with her honest story of tragedy and how God gave her hope to move forward. Her vulnerability mixed with her easy humor connected to all those in attendance giving them encouragement to face diffiulties and reminding us we all need extra grace. Her message will inspire you to open your eyes to where God is working when it seems he’d nowhere to be found.” — Suzy Lowe, Women’s Ministry Assistant, Lutheran Church of Hope, West Des Moines, Iowa
“Jodi Whitsitt tackles grief with humor, wisdom and humility. The loss of a beloved husband and devoted father would be enough to bring a person to their knees. Jodi did fall to her knees in prayer, then rose again to guide others through the terrible, long road of losing a loved one. Extra Grace Required brings tears, laughter and hope to all its readers. Jodi Whitsitt is truly a blessing to everyone lucky enough to hear her speak.” — Eileen Boggess, Executive Director of the Urbandale Food Pantry, Author and Regional Advisor of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI)
“It was an amazing morning! Very uplifting and Jodi was just great! Love her blog, too!” — Linda Brice, Iowa
“Jodi’s fun loving personality and genuine love of others shines through as she openly shares her experience of finding hope in the midst of devastating grief.” — Jodi York, Atlanta, GA
If you are interested in having Jodi speak at your event, please submit a speaking engagement request below or email jodi@extragracerequired.com