malinda@avonumc.net

Malinda was born and raised in Pelham, Alabama, and grew up at Helena United Methodist Church.  You could say she was attending church before she was born since her mother was the church organist at Helena for 50 years.  Malinda attended college at the University of Alabama where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Telecommunication and Film; in plain terms that’s broadcasting.  Malinda worked for a few years at a local news station here in Birmingham, finishing there as the 6:00am morning show producer before answering God’s call to ministry.  She went on to attend Emory University in Atlanta where she received a Master of Divinity. She was later ordained an elder by The North Alabama Conference of The United Methodist Church.

Malinda is married and enjoys gardening, traveling, and finding joy in everyday moments—often with her husband and two children.

Malinda’s biggest passions in ministry are mission work and building community one relationship at a time.  She believes God calls each of us to somehow be in service.  From swinging a hammer … to serving meals to hungry people … to writing notes of encouragement to those who need them … we all have a part to play in the kingdom of God.  Malinda will challenge you to find your place of service if you haven’t already.