LCC Staff Spotlight: Melody Funes-Perfecto

You may know LCC’s staff members, but do you really know them? In this new blog series, you will find out more about the people who serve on LCC’s staff. From their favorite food to their favorite Bible verse, some of their answers may surprise you! This week, meet Melody Funes-Perfecto, LCC’s janitorial manager.

LCC’s Janitorial Manager Melody Funes-Perfecto and her husband Leo.

Write your bio in three sentences:

I'm colorful, imaginative and kind. I love music, people, books and movies. I'm an entrepreneur who prefers to lead amazing teams and share the love of Christ with everyone.

What’s the weirdest or most interesting job you have ever had?

Administrative Care Tech for Labor & Delivery at Riverside Hospital. They actually paid me to rock, feed, burp and change brand new babies. I would have done it for free!

What job would you like to have if you were not working in ministry?

Successful songwriter

Where is your favorite place to be?

Home with hubby

What is your favorite book?

“Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass”

What is your favorite movie?

“Hidden Figures”

What kind of music do you listen to?

Gospel, classical, blues, opera

What is your favorite food?

Roasted lamb chops

What is your favorite thing about living in the Lowcountry?

It's not Minnesota.

What is your favorite Bible verse and why?

Psalm 37. The Lord has used it to get me through some of the most difficult times in my life.

Briefly tell us about your role at LCC…

I am responsible for keeping God's house clean. I consider it an honor. 

How have you seen or experienced God at work in your ministry?

People have been able to come to the church and worship in a safe, clean environment. I don't take it lightly that we are in a pandemic. God has shown us tremendous favor.

What is one thing most people don’t know about you?

I have two dogs named Bryce (9) and Buddy Girl (16).