Lesley-Ann graduated in History of Modern Art, Design and Film in 1988, which resulted in being a University Lecturer and serving the Board of the National Museums of Northern Ireland. She was ordained in ministry within the Presbyterian Church in Ireland in 2011. She has served a variety of congregations in Ireland 2015-2020. She is now focusing on creative projects and works as a freelance writer, speaker and biblical storyteller. Lesley-Ann currently works part-time as a Chaplain in Juvenile Justice and also serves on the board of the Bible Society of Northern Ireland, in the area of Bible engagement.