bethel neighborhood center staff

Meet Matthew Sweeten

Matthew Sweeten
Program Director and Volunteer Coordinator

Work Phone: 913.371.8218
Email: msweeten@bethelcenter.org

“I am honored to be part of an organization like Bethel Neighborhood Center. It has such a rich history in the ministry of helping others.”

Bethel Neighborhood Center offers programs and support to youth and adults in the community. There is so much that takes place here, and these programs are so much more than mere activities. These programs provide the adults with much needed interaction with friends as well as a time to learn how to make decisions that will enable them to stay healthy, and to just have fun. The youth are entering into a safe place that is filled with hope and a strong conviction that each person is special. The chance to complete homework and to work in the areas that they may be struggling in will give them the confidence to continue their education and return to the community to make it a better place. The reading time, arts, crafts, and recreation allows them to just be a kid for a while, to work together and know that they are exceptional. Working at Bethel is such a blessing, I love this community and it’s people.

EDUCATION:
Southwest Baptist University, Bolivar, MO
B.S.: Religious Education with an emphasis in youth ministry

EXPERIENCE:
Special Education teacher, Raytown Middle School
Teacher’s assistant, Raytown Educational Center
Custom cabinet maker, Alco Cabinets
Co-Leader of a community outreach in Kansas City, The Ministry House
Youth minister’s assistant, Plaza Heights Baptist Church, Springhill Baptist Church

IMPORTANT DATES:

Matthew became the Program Director and Volunteer Coordinator at Bethel Neighborhood Center on September 14, 2005
Birthday: May 27th