Melvin LeCompte is a true Kentucky blueblood, born and raised in the small central Kentucky town of Bagdad. Melvin received his Master of Divinity from Baptist Seminary of Kentucky at Georgetown College, and was ordained in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Melvin’s passion and gifts of ministry are in the area of pastoral care where he has earned 2 units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) from Baptist Hospital East and from St. Matthews Pastoral Counseling Center. Melvin is currently pursuing his third unit of CPE.
Fun: In his spare time Melvin is very passionate about UK basketball and football and attends most games.
Food: Melvin enjoys dining out with his Friday Night Dinner Club and is famous for his homemade sourdough bread!
Faith: Caring for people and meeting them wherever they are and in whatever life crisis they are going through is most important to me. In all my life’s journey the church and its people have been there for me and have walked beside me. That has help shape and create a gift of ministry within me. Jesus’ life and his example on how to care and love people can and should be our way as well.