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.

Lathon and Sara have both been blessed to call Grace Community Fellowship their church home for many years. Lathon grew up at Grace, from the nursery through youth group, and eventually became a member of the church on his own accord. Sara began attending Grace as a teenager and became a member while in college. They are both excited for the opportunity to serve the youth of Grace, share the love of Christ, and give back to the church that has played such an important role in their lives. They are especially excited to serve together and invest in the next generation of our church family.

Bob has been a part of GMI for 14 years, serving and leading on adult worship teams and as a Life Group leader.  He is passionate about the church experiencing God’s presence in tangible ways and helping adults and young people find out who God has created them to be—forging ahead His way.  He is an encourager and a listener; excited to see the youth of GCF Wharton come into God’s big plans!

Danielle has been a part of GMI for about 14 years, serving various roles throughout the network’s churches in the children’s ministry, as a Life Group leader, and on the worship team.  She is a homeschool teacher now, but was once an English and math teacher to junior high students.  Danielle is looking forward to stepping back into ministry to young people and is excited about this year with the youth of GCF Wharton.

Justin Hobbs is a high energy youth leader passionate about helping the youth grow into the Kingdom men and women God is calling them to be. He has attended Grace Community Fellowship for the past 20 years, and this is his 4th year as a Youth Ministry Leader. Utilizing past experiences serving in other ministries within GCF, his goal is to continue to guide and develop young leaders, and prepare them to bring more lives to Christ as well as use the Kingdom Principles they will learn to live out successful lives.

Makenzie is both excited and honored to serve as a Youth Leader at GCF Wharton! She has over 7 years of experience working with children and is passionate about character development, growing confidence, and helping children discover their Gifts of the Spirit. Her heart is to encourage, guide, and pour into the next generation as they grow in their faith and become who God has called them to be. 

Lauren Orsak has been with Grace Community Fellowship since she was six years old, and holds a special place in her heart for youth ministry! She received training, education, confidence, guidance, and love in a very special season of her life from her youth ministry team, and is looking forward to graciously giving those pieces of herself back to other youth coming up in the next generation. Lauren serves GCF faithfully in other ministries including Worship Team, Production Ministry, and in previous years Sunday School. She seeks to honor God by being available to stand in the gap for others! 

Riley and Rheagen are excited to serve together as youth leaders at GCF Wharton. Both grew up in GMI with a love for the church and ministry. Riley is from East Bernard and has attended GCF Wharton his whole life, while Rheagen is from Brenham and grew up at GCF Brenham.
Married in December 2025, they are enjoying this season of life and ministry. Riley works in marine insurance, and Rheagen is a teacher. They love having fun, spending time with others, and building relationships. They look forward to encouraging the youth in their walk with Christ and seeing what God has planned for each of them.