YOUTH MINISTRIES
The youth ministry of GCF Wharton is designed to propel our youth into action, and to give them a bigger vision for their lives. We look to not only stir up passion for Christ, but show them they are meant, called, and equipped to do the mission that God has called them to. We believe that every youth that enters our doors will leave knowing they are a strong Christian and see God move throughout all areas of influence.We meet weekly on Wednesday night at our Youth Center at 201 N. Houston Street. We offer times of fun-filled games and fellowship, worship, and biblical teachings. Outside of our weekly meetings we offer community projects, special intensives or seminars designed to equip youth with current issues they face today, and also mission trips (both domestic and international).
MATT SWEENEY | YOUTH PASTOR
Matt was born and raised in Wharton County, serving in ministry from an early age under his parents (Lead Pastor Myles Sweeney). Matt served as an assistant youth leader in the GCF Wharton youth ministry for two semesters before going on to serve as youth pastor in Grace Fellowship of Cabot, Arkansas for three years. He has since returned to GCF Wharton to continue pursuing the calling of God on his life to minister to young people and see the promises for this generation become a reality. His heart is to see youth experience Christ in a passionate, authentic way in their own lives and to discover their God-given destinies, talents, and abilities.
Matt is also a musician, playing guitar on the worship teams for both the Wharton and Katy campuses, along with overseeing the graphics and media team responsible for weekly productions. In his spare time, he loves to read and spend time with his best friend and wife, Oksana.
CARRIE MUND | YOUTH LEADER
Carrie was born in Wharton, Texas and has spent the majority of her life as a member of Grace Community Fellowship. She was raised by Tod and Terri Mund under the Kingdom Families teaching and continues to serve the church she was raised in. She enjoys worshipping the Lord through singing, playing guitar and piano, and songwriting. She began leading the youth worship team in Wharton when she was 13 years old. She continues to oversee the youth worship team and now leads worship at GCF Katy. Carrie's desire is to share her passion for worship and music with the youth of GMI.
This is Carrie's second year teaching 4th grade at Brazos Elementary School in Wallis, TX. She has a heart for young people and wants them to experience the love, joy, strength and blessings that come from a relationship with Christ Jesus.
