“As iron sharpens iron, a good friend in a man’s life propels him closer to the ultimate friendship with Christ.”

FORGED is committed to changing the norm. Through authentic and virtuous friendships, real community, and committed mentorship, Forged aims to create a culture that refines your faith journey and unlocks your potential as a son of the Father. As iron sharpens iron, a good friend in a man’s life propels him closer to the ultimate friendship with Christ.  

Who We Serve

  • Middle School

    Receive

    It is increasingly difficult for boys to become men of God in today’s culture. It is increasingly difficult for middle schoolers to receive the fullness of the Gospel—and Jesus Christ Himself. Forged aims to break this trend. As a ministry, it seeks to pour into boys in such a way that they become more open to Jesus. By creating fun, challenging, and engaging atmospheres, Forged encourages, supports, and guides boys to help them receive the fullness of the Catholic faith.

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  • High School

    Become

    High school marks a lot of change in a young man’s life. Whether it’s physical, social, emotional, or mental shifts, high school can be challenging to navigate. Forged ministry strives to accompany boys in their transformation. It aims to help boys become the men they were created to be. Through mentorship, competition, friendship, and other initiatives, Forged walks alongside young men to carve a path forward together.

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  • Young Dads

    Bestow

    Dads are called to great heights. They are called to preside, protect, and provide from their identity as a son of God. Forged wants to support young dads in their journey to live in rhythm with these callings and help unpack what it means to bestow.

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THIS IS FORGED

Our aim is Jesus. The goal is to imitate Him. To do that, we turn to the Catholic faith. We believe that He loved us first and continues to love us through his Church. At Forged, we seek to form our lives with these truths in mind.  

Forged is an outreach of Renewal Ministries, a Catholic ministry of evangelization and renewal throughout the world.

Meet the Team

Steve Norman
Director

Steve Norman serves as the Director of Forged, a ministry that aims to form young men into missionary disciples of Christ. Steve moved to Ann Arbor with his wife, Katey, and two children, Jeremiah and Kateri, from Stratford Ontario. He served as a high school campus minister in Canada and is currently finishing his Master of Arts of Theology Degree from the Augustine Institute in Denver Colorado.

Harrison Raney
Assistant Director

Harrison Raney serves as the assistant director of Forged and has a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Public Relations from Concordia University in Ann Arbor. He has served as both a missionary and staff supervisor for NET Ministries in Australia, where he was actively involved in leading/planning retreats and speaking at various ministry gatherings for middle and high school students, as well as the mentorship and pastoral leadership for young adult missionaries. He's been married to his wife, Monica, since 2021.

Aidan Avery
Mission Staff Assistant

Aidan Avery serves as the mission staff assistant with Forged, as well as the director of worship at Pine Hills Boys Camp. He has grown up in the community, been involved with several ministries at Christ the King Catholic Church and is an experienced worship leader. He is currently studying for his bachelor’s in theology through Holy Apostles College and Seminary online.

Fr. Joshua Fons
Chaplain

Father Joshua Fons serves as the chaplain of Forged. He grew up attending Christ the King Catholic Church in Ann Arbor and has served at Pine Hills Boys Camp for many years. He studied for his bachelor's in philosophy and Catholic studies at St. John Vianney College Seminary and has a master's in divinity from Sacred Heart Major Seminary. Additionally, he has a baccalaureate in sacred theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome. Prior to his theological studies, Fr. Joshua spent four years as a full-time missionary with FOCUS, evangelizing and discipling college athletes. He was ordained a priest in 2024 and is now the Parochial Vicar of St. Patrick Parish in Brighton, MI.

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