Life as a Pastor and ESL Teacher: A Conversation with Melissa Roysdon

In this episode, Pastor Danny welcomes Rev. Melissa Roysdon, a dedicated ESL teacher and Pastor. With over three decades of teaching experience, Melissa shares how her work in the school system has intertwined with her pastoral duties, emphasizing the importance of community and the ministry aspect of teaching. She reflects on the honesty of children and how their perspectives keep her grounded, while also discussing the role of humor in her life and ministry, especially during challenging times. Melissa also offers insight as to encouraging women to pursue their calling to serve God. She shares the joys and challenges of being a multi-vocational minister, and admonishes listeners to "keep breathing" as they face the challenges that come their way. Melissa is Pastor of Providence Baptist Church in Cookeville, TN and has been an ESL teacher for 30 years.