Melanie Redding

Melanie is a transplanted native of Kansas by way of her military spouse, Chris. Melanie has been married to her husband for 23 years and has three children, David (21), Will (16), and Kalli (14). In addition to their children, Melanie and Chris have a small zoo at home with three cats and two dogs and hopes of some chickens. Melanie and Chris have been attending Westside since Spring 2023.

As a lifelong military spouse, Melanie also understands the challenges, demands, and opportunities the military lifestyle has for the whole family. With 7 moves under her belt, she knows the importance of building strong relationships quickly. Melanie is known for her contagious smile and desire to connect others so they can grow closer together in Christ through relationships.

Melanie is new to the Westside ministry team but has been actively serving within her church home everywhere the family has lived. Melanie’s undergraduate and graduate degrees in exercise science also fuel Melanie’s passion for fitness and living a healthy, active lifestyle. Mel and Chris love to drag their family through national parks in their fifth wheel for adventure during the summers to enjoy the great outdoor woods.