Madella S. has worked with animals all her life. She grew up on a farm, became a Vet Tech and has worked as a long haul truck drive. But all that time, she has been a United Methodist.

Madella came to Colfax in 2012 and immediately began to work in the church and parish. In the spring of 2014 she completed the Conference Lay Ministry (CLM) Training. Since becoming a Conference Lay Minister Madella has worked tirelessly inviting and creating connections for everyone she meets. Madella participates in Small Groups and leads the Hand Chime Choir in Colfax.