Melissa Chandler

Women’s Director

Meet Melissa

My Story

I grew up in Dallas (Oak Cliff specifically) in a non-believing home. My mom was Jewish, so I am one of the tribe! I met Jesus during my freshman year of high school at Windy Gap Young Life camp – literally the best week of my life. My YL leader remains one of my spiritual heroes because he loved me through my rebellious phases and kept on showing me who Jesus is and modeling Christ’s unconditional love and grace.

I am pretty sure I was called to minister God’s love to folks ever since I became a believer; more recently, though, God has given me this sweet opportunity to minister to His women in Frisco and I am so excited to be part of God's work in this area!

My husband, Guy, and I married in 1993 and have an adult son and daughter who are both married to amazing folks. Even better, we have our precious Grand Annie - our first grandbaby, who is absolutely precious! We all love the mountains and love to travel and eat and adventure together. After teaching third graders for 24 years, I stepped into this new career and am really loving the adventure the Lord is leading me through! Please pray for me and for the women of Onward as you read this!

Fast Facts

  • Dallas, Texas

  • My husband, Guy, and I have been blessed to be married for 30 years! We have an adult son and daughter, both of whom are married to amazing folks. Even better, we have our precious grandbaby Annie!

  • Ephesians 2:1-10

  • Travel somewhere new!

  • Being part of authentic relationships that are guided by God's Word and Spirit.

  • Study God's Word, pray, and journal in my room at home!

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