Jessica Young, Director of Youth and Church Ministries
Jessica was born “across the pond” in Newcastle, England but raised in Greenville, SC since she was young. She graduated from Clemson University in 2016 with her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and started her career in nonprofit fundraising at Safe Harbor, the local domestic violence agency.
Jessica has been a member of St. Matthew for over 25 years, and first joined our staff in November 2022 as part-time Youth Director. The youth program has flourished under her leadership and in July 2025, she moved into a full-time role as Director of Youth and Church Ministries.
Jessica is married to Clay, a fellow Clemson grad who works in software sales. In her free time you’ll find her enjoying a show at the Peace Center, traveling, tailgating in Clemson on a fall Saturday, or spending time with friends and family.