About
Ray Clark and his wife Olivia are dedicated and passionate leaders at Grace Church in Houston, Texas, where they have faithfully served in a variety of impactful roles over the years.
Ray began his journey at Grace Church as an intern, quickly demonstrating his commitment, character, and natural leadership. He has since served as an Associate Youth Pastor, Worship Leader, and Small Group Coordinator, bringing clarity, energy, and vision to every ministry he touched. Today, Ray leads as the Young Adults Pastor. His heart is to create a place where young adults can grow spiritually, find community, and discover their God-given purpose.
Olivia Clark has been a compassionate and versatile leader at Grace Church, contributing significantly to multiple ministries. She has served as the Kids Pastor, investing in the spiritual foundation of the church’s youngest members; the JHigh Pastor, guiding students through pivotal years of growth; and the Online Pastor, helping extend the church’s reach through digital platforms. Her genuine care, creativity, and ability to connect with people of all ages have made her an invaluable part of the Grace Church family.
Ray and Olivia are proud parents of two sons—Asa, born in 2020, and Roman, born in 2025. Together, they bring a dynamic, authentic, and heartfelt approach to ministry, passionately serving their community and helping people grow in their faith and relationship with Jesus.
Ministry
Grace Young Adults (GYA) is one of the largest and fastest-growing weekly young adult ministries in the United States, gathering 1,800–2,100 young adults every Tuesday night in a single location at Grace Church Houston.
Founded to reach and disciple the next generation (ages 18–30), GYA has experienced extraordinary growth since 2021, expanding from 200 young adults to a thriving movement impacting thousands through worship, discipleship, leadership development, small groups, and city-wide outreach.
Under the leadership of Pastor Ray Clark, GYA has become a model for how to build spiritual hunger, biblical depth, and authentic community at scale — proving that young adults are not leaving the Church; they are responding when the Church rises to meet them.
