About Our Children’s Minister – Melanie Presta

Melanie joined Amelia Church of Christ in May of 2008 as the Children’s Minister. Her primary responsibilities are developing and providing programs specifically for children ages birth – 5th grade to help children grow in faith from small to tall and to empower them to Stand up, Stand firm, and Stand out!

“First and foremost, I want kids to know the importance of having a personal relationship with God. I’m not satisfied with kids just learning about God. I want them to know Him and recognize Him and His characteristics. I also want to teach them tools/strategies to live as a Christian in this world despite its pressures and influences.”

Melanie is originally from Paoli, IN. She attended Johnson Bible College in Knoxville, TN. Before coming to Amelia, Melanie ministered at Syria Christian Church in Orleans, IN and Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, KY. Melanie married her husband, Paul in 1997 at Southeast. God has blessed their household with 4 children: Adriana, Gianna, Lexie and Luke.

As the Children’s Minister at the Amelia Church of Christ, Melanie works side by side with our staff of passionate volunteers, each of whom have been through thorough national background checks.  Melanie and ACC are very serious about the safety of your children.