I was raised in Manchester, a city in northwest England, by wonderful parents who modeled, mentored and demonstrated a strong faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
After completing high school in the U.K, I attended an internship at the largest Church in northwest England where I discovered a passion for the work of the ministry.
I have completed several certificates in Christian Ministry, including a BA in Worship Leadership and a Masters in Christian Leadership.
In 1997, my family followed a call of God to move to East Texas where I met God’s greatest gift to me, my wife, B. We now have three wonderful children, Max, Lexi & McCade. B. & I are committed to helping build and model a healthy marriage and faith in the home.
After leading several churches as a Worship Pastor, God began to move on our hearts to leave the path I was on, to take over a small church in East Texas as the Lead Pastor. There was a clear commission from God...
TO BUILD A CHURCH IN THE HEART OF EAST TEXAS THAT WAS A SAFE PLACE FOR THOSE THAT WERE FAR FROM CHRIST TO COME AND EXPERIENCE THE LOVE AND PRESENCE OF JESUS.
In 2009 with 75 people, Grace Creek Church was re-branded, re-birthed & re-launched with new leadership, new vision & purpose….and that was to
REACH PEOPLE AND BUILD LIVES.
Today, Grace Creek is ministering to over 2000 in weekend attendance and God has built a spiritual family that is truly a blessing to the local community and beyond.
It’s also a joy to have my wife B., serving alongside me and leading a life-giving ministry to the women of East Texas. Grace Creek Women hosts two large events annually, member-led weekly small group gatherings, and several outreaches throughout the year to serve our community.
I want to personally invite you and your family to join us this weekend for one of our worship services. I believe Grace Creek is a place you can call home!
YOU BELONG HERE!
Matt Benson
Lead Pastor
