Our Staff

Michael Limas serves as the Lead Pastor of GCF Wharton. Michael and his wife, Becky, have been in ministry for over 25 years, serving as youth pastors and life group leaders.

Michael has a passion for people. A heart to come alongside, encourage, and give what is needed to see them become all God has called them to be. One of his greatest desires is to see the church equipped and to develop leaders to impact the church worldwide. He has traveled internationally to Austria, Bulgaria, Georgia, Mexico, Poland, and Ukraine, as well as in the U.S. around  Texas, Arkansas, and Colorado, to help train, equip, and develop youth leaders so they can raise the next generation.

Michael is in love with his beautiful wife, Becky. They have two lovely young daughters named Aubrey and Julia.

Myles Sweeney is the Founding Pastor of Grace Community Fellowship Wharton and the founder of Grace Ministries International, which began in Wharton, Texas, in 1991. His heart is to build strong churches by equipping and developing strong leaders. Through decades of ministry, Myles has become a trusted teacher, mentor, and spiritual father to pastors and leaders both nationally and internationally.

Myles has a unique ability to communicate Biblical truth in a practical, motivating, and challenging way. He has developed a number of training materials and ministry resources that are being used by churches and church networks around the world. He is also the author of the well-known “Kingdom Families” teaching, which equips parents in building healthy families, and is translated and widely used in many nations. Myles spearheaded the development of Charis Canyon, a 240 acre retreat and conference center, used by churches in Texas and for training leaders from abroad.

Myles and his wife, Sallie, have been married for over 45 years, and together they have faithfully served the Lord and built a legacy of faith. They have five children and ten grandchildren.

Andrew Sweeney serves as a Pastor at Grace Community Fellowship Wharton. Having grown up in GCF his whole life and in ministry, Andrew has a passion to see people come closer to God, the Kingdom forcefully advanced, and equipping the next generation to carry the baton of those who have gone before.

Along with preaching and ministry, Andrew also helps oversee discipleship, various church ministries and departments, specifically in tech, media, and photo/video. He has a heart to strengthen the local church, develop leaders, and in the next generation with both conviction and purpose.

He and his wife, Skyler, love serving the Lord together and are grateful to be raising their son, John, in His house.

Sam Quintana oversees Pastoral Care at GCF Wharton. With a heart knit with compassion and empathy, Sam is a steady anchor for our congregation, offering solace, guidance, and genuine care in moments of joy, sorrow, and everything in between. His unwavering dedication extends beyond the church walls, reaching out to embrace the broader community, eager to extend the loving embrace of faith to those in need.

Sam sees the essence of pastoral care as a profound privilege, cherishing the opportunity to accompany individuals through their triumphs and trials, offering unwavering support and a comforting presence.

Sam is married to his wife Hilda, and has four children; Stephen, Nehemiah, Andrea, and Jeremiah.

Douglas and Camille have been part of Grace their entire lives and are incredibly thankful for the opportunity to continue serving in the church that has played such an important role in shaping their faith. Having grown up surrounded by the love, teaching, and community of Grace, they are passionate about investing in the next generation and helping students experience a life-changing relationship with Jesus.

Douglas and Camille were married in 2020 and welcomed their first child, Selah, in 2025. They have a heart for seeing young people grow deeper in their faith, discover their God-given purpose, and build meaningful relationships within the church. Through discipleship, worship, and authentic connection, they are excited to see all that God has in store for the next generation and are grateful to be part of what He is doing through Grace.

Sharon Orsak is the church secretary here at GCFW, but has been serving in many areas of the church faithfully for nearly fifteen years. Sharon, along with her husband Bernard, have been married for 25 years and have been members of GCFW for almost two decades. Together they have three grown children: Lauren, Landon, and Lathon. Sharon’s most valued experience as a member of GCFW is witnessing lives transformed for Christ.