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Melissa J. MacDonald

Melissa J. MacDonald is a leader of leaders, coach, author, and prolific speaker. She's considered one of the leading voices in children's ministry today. When she’s not traveling and speaking, you can find her in Iowa in her hometown leading an after school program for at risk kids and wrangling her puppy and son. She and her husband, Luis, have been married for 3 years and are big fans for ethnic food, adventures, and each other. Find out more at www.melissajmacdonald.com.

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