
Merandia is a graduate of Auburn University with degrees in Psychology and Nutrition Dietetics with a minor focus in Classical Languages (Ancient Greek and Latin). She first joined Teen Challenge as a residential staff at Columbus Girls Academy. During this season the Lord guided her in how to lead the girls with grace and truth. Merandia is currently working on her Master’s in Family Counseling through the University of West Alabama and currently is fulfilling the role of a counselor at Columbus Girls Academy. It is her prayer that each family that walks through the door of Columbus Girls Academy experiences the love of God and comes to know what it is to be in His presence as the Prince of Peace. Merandia enjoys spending time with her husband and children as well as continuing to learn through reading books and listening to podcasts.
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.” John 14:27