Lady Melissa is married to her pastor, Overseer Victor Lawton, and together they faithfully serve at Living Faith Ministries, partnering in vision, prayer, and service to the body of Christ. She is the Vice President of Elect Ladies Kingdom Network (ELKN) and serves as the National Women’s Ministries President of World Evangelism Outreach (WEO), where she leads with vision, mentorship, and a passion for empowering women in ministry.
Gifted as both a teacher and worship leader, Lady Melissa carries a deep passion for guiding others into a greater understanding of God’s Word and authentic encounters with His presence. Her calling is rooted in a legacy of faith as the daughter of pastors, and she continues to carry that mantle with grace and dedication.
In the marketplace, Lady Melissa serves as an administrative coordinator for a graduate program at Nova Southeastern University (NSU), where she demonstrates excellence, organization, and a heart for service. She is also an entrepreneur, launching When She Bakes Cakes in 2016, where she shares her creativity and love for baking with the community.
Beyond her ministry, professional career, and business ventures, Lady Melissa cherishes her role as a devoted mother to three remarkable young adults. She gracefully balances her responsibilities at home with her service to the church and community, living a life deeply rooted in faith, family, and the advancement of God’s Kingdom.