GALA TEAM

Anietie is a dynamic teacher of God's word and a vibrant leader and mentor with a background in music, engineering, banking, and management. A graduate of Mechanical Engineering (BEng) and Project Management (MSc), both from the University of the West of Scotland, United Kingdom. A Ph.D. researcher at the University of the West of Scotland, United Kingdom. Pastor Anietie Matthew was born and baptised into the Apostolic Church in Etinan district, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. A chorister, Communicant, as well as a Witness, he gave his life to Jesus Christ at the age of 9 and has since been on fire for God. Prior to heading the GALA Ministry, Anietie Matthew served with the Church of God Scotland as a Pastor. He has also been with The Redeemed Christian Church of God for over ten years as an ordained Minister and has served in various capacities and at different locations. Anietie is happily married to Mrs. Unyimeobong Matthew and are blessed with three adorable children. 

The special grace of God has backed Unyimeobong's Christian journey. She gave her life to Christ and got baptised at the age of 9 and maintains that the Bible verse that rings in her mind and keeps encouraging her in the faith is Mark 8:36 "for what shall it profit a man if he shall gain the whole world and loose his own soul." Born into a Christian family filled with love, and support, serving God sacrificially, and married into a like-minded Christian family. The concept of "family" is crucial for Unyimeobong, passionate about seeing families flourish, be peaceful, united in love, and intentional about serving God. A Student of Christian Leaders Institute USA, Unyimeobong's background and experience in communication, community engagement, TV, and broadcast journalism, and an MSc in project management, empowers her drive to serve her community in more creative ways. 

Patrick and Mariette Brandes family are a great GALA support team. Their vision is to continue to reach out to the people of Paisley with the love of God and make Christ known to the nations. The Brandes family believe in the power and purpose of worship & intercession and are passionate about glorifying God using songwriting and creative expressions. They work since 2001 with Youth with a Mission and have worked in Wales, South Africa, Nigeria, Belgium and since 2016 they are based in Scotland.