About Gwen

Gwen Smith is a gifted worship leader, songwriter, speaker, and author.  With a passion to see women come into a deeper relationship with God, this self-professed “girl’s girl” travels the country to minister to women. Gwen is the co-founder and worship leader for Girlfriends in God, but also leads worship for other ministries as well.  A few are: Proverbs 31 Ministries, Journey Ministries, Women of Himfluence, and PrayerForce. 

With a hope-filled message, Gwen leads others into the presence of God through music that illuminates Jesus Christ.  Her ability to take a room full of people and unite their souls in an unforgettable worship experience goes far beyond her soulful voice and engaging personality.  She truly is a worship leader, in every sense of the word.

With a continuously expanding ministry platform, Gwen has recently been featured on CBN's The 700 Club, LaSEA Broadcasting’s The Harvest Show with Debra Maffett and Atlanta Live hosted by Babbie Mason.   She is also a featured speaker at retreats and conferences across the country.

As an award-winning, published songwriter, her credits include songs for LifeWay Christian Resources, many of which appear in their various product lines including “Family Bible Series,” “Children’s Praise Series,” “Made for Praise,” and “Young Musicians.” She has recorded and co-produced four CD projects (Through All Generations, Because, Show Me The Way, and Let It Rain) and is the founder of Audio 31 Music.  In addition, Gwen works alongside Nashville-based Sunday Best Music, owned by renowned Christian songwriter and publisher, Dave Clark. (www.SundayBestMusic.com)

A new author, Gwen’s book, Broken Into Beautiful, will be released in July of 2008.

In her spare time, you can find Gwen kicking back with her husband and three “blessings,” cheering loudly at a ballgame, or chatting with her girlfriends.Her passions include bargain shopping, hanging out at local coffee shops enjoying the dark roast, writing new songs, and studying her Bible. 

Gwen and her family reside in Huntersville, North Carolina, and attend LIFE Fellowship Church (www.lifecharlotte.com.)