Pastor Patrick McGrew and his wife, Lady Charlotte McGrew, are the founders of Higher Praise Family Church in Fort Worth, Texas. Since planting the church in January 2001, they have faithfully served the ministry with a heart for building strong families, strengthening believers, and impacting the community through the love of Jesus Christ.

Pastor McGrew holds a Doctorate in Education from Capella University, a Master of Divinity from Oral Roberts University, a Master of Business Administration, and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi. His ministry is rooted in strong doctrinal teaching, life-changing preaching, and a passion for equipping the people of God.

Pastor Patrick and Lady Charlotte are the proud parents of two adult children, Patrick Jr. and Aria Janay, and the loving grandparents of three grandchildren: Autumn, Aaliyah, and Carter. The McGrew family remains committed to serving God and leading with faith, integrity, and love.