Pastor Melvin joined the Central staff in December 2012 as Student
Minister with a focus on ministering to Jr. High and Sr. High youth and their
families. He received his Master's Degree in Community Counseling and has
spent his entire professional career counseling and leading teens and their
families in a variety of ways, including traditional counseling as well as
experiential adventures. Melvin became Central's Associate Pastor on
Sunday, August 26, 2018. Melvin, Stephanie (his bride since 1999), and
their family greatly enjoy worshiping and serving with their church family both
locally and internationally. His passions are serving a loving God, leading
his family, and guiding God’s children to a greater understanding of His grace.
To contact Pastor Melvin, email him at cbc@centrallivingston.com.
Pastor Melvin Cates