Brandon Melton

Born and raised in OK. Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Languages and Anthropology. Masters of Divinity from Duke Divinity.  Masters of Social Work candidate at the University of Oklahoma. Currently serve as Associate Pastor at North Raleigh Presbyterian Church. Previous experience includes: Professional Coach for pastors, Director of Christian Education, Pastoral Intern, Clinical Pastoral Education, and academic advocacy for college students.

 

​God called me into ministry through a friend’s invitation and a professor’s wisdom. A friend invited Tayler and I to a fledgling community in Durham: Durham Church. They are bone of my bone and flesh of my flesh. Soon after, while sitting in the back of a seminary class, the Spirit spoke through my professor: “Some of you are called into ministry, but you don’t have the imagination for it, yet.” Durham Church gave me that imagination. When I was ordained they commissioned me to be a fool for Christ’s sake and to love my enemies. By God’s grace, Jesus’ faithfulness, and the Spirit’s empowerment, I seek to live this calling every day.

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After 8 years in ministry, I'm preparing myself for bio-vocational ministry in hopes of planting a church. I'm seeking a Masters of Social Work degree to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to provide therapy and counseling. I'm also starting Beacon Spiritual Care, which will provide spiritual direction and life coaching for individuals, small groups, and organizations.

 

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to email me at brandonmelton6@gmail.com.