Our leaders guide us in the work God has given us to do.

Clergy

Rev. Travis King, Senior Pastor

Travis is married to Kelly, and they are proud parents of Colton, Kensy, Casen, and Canon. He is passionate about fellowship and discipleship through connecting with people and sharing God’s message of hope. Travis also loves to cook and dream up new ideas, and he is a master of puns.
Rev. Michael Dearman, Priest and Assisting Clergy

Michael is married to Deacon Katie, and together they have two boys, Joey and Elliot. Michael is a priest who oversees church-wide discipleship, worship design, and youth ministry alongside Dn. Katie. Michael's hope is to see people of all ages mature in discipleship to Jesus Christ through the Anglican way of spiritual formation. He is passionate about theology, the arts, law, and punk rock.
Rev. Katie Dearman, Deacon and Assisting Clergy

Katie is married to Michael, and they have two boys, Joey and Elliot. Katie is responsible for creative arts, women's ministry, and youth ministry. Katie equips families to glorify God in their homes, neighborhoods, schools, and places of work. Before entering full-time ministry, Katie danced, taught, and choreographed professionally, and continues to feel called to bring dancers into God's Kingdom.

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Staff and Lay Leaders

Terrice Tinsley, Director of Children's Ministry

Experiencing the wonder of the Gospel through the richness of liturgy at a young age inspired Terrice's passion to help children discover God’s love for them. Her desire is to equip parents to cultivate their children's hearts toward strong roots of faith with a love for Scripture and prayer. Born in Houston, she and her husband Richard and their daughters have enjoyed living in such places as the Black Hills of South Dakota, the North Shore of Boston, and some of Texas' most interesting cities.
Melinda Young, Parish Administrator

Melinda comes to HopePointe with 30 years of experience working in churches and Christian schools, serving primarily in administration and children’s ministry. She met her husband Brent in Bible college, and together they have served as both staff and lay ministers. They have two adult children. As the daughter of an Assemblies of God pastor, Melinda has a life-long love for the local church, and now welcomes the opportunity to serve at HopePointe.
Austin Hunt, Director of Music

Austin oversees the HopePointe Choir, our Worship Team, and the Children of Light choirs. He is a gifted vocalist, musician, and director with a heart for ministry through music. Austin is also the Artistic Director of the award-winning Houston Boychoir and an accomplished composer of choral music, with titles available through Choristers Guild, Alfred, and Carl Fischer Music. In his free time you will find him on the tennis or pickleball court.
Sherry Pond, Organist

Sherry is married to Dennis. She plays the organ for HopePointe worship services and assists the HopePointe Choir instrumentally. She is also the founding director of the Luminari Boys Choir, which rehearsed and performed regularly at HopePointe for several years. Her passion is to foster spiritual formation of children by involving them in musical worship from the earliest stages. She enjoys their three dogs, traveling in their RV to see grandchildren, and attending Texas Christian University (TCU) football games.
Debra Schmidt, Director of Greeters & Ushers Ministry

Debra grew up in Long Island, NY, but has lived in The Woodlands for many years. She is a spirited entrepreneur and business leader who is also passionate about using her gifts for the Kingdom of God. Debra leads our Usher and Greeter ministry. She is often the first friendly face you will meet on Sunday mornings at HopePointe. In her free time she loves playing golf, reading, and spending time with her husband, daughter and four grandchildren.

The Bishop and Diocesan Ministry Team

Rt. Rev. Clark Lowenfield, Bishop

Bishop Clark Lowenfield is married to Tricia, and they have three daughters and two sons-in-law. He has served as senior pastor of churches in South Carolina and Texas for over 30 years. Bishop Clark is a graduate of Amherst College with degrees in Political Science and Economics and The University of the South with a Master of Divinity. Bishop Clark is the senior leader of the Diocese of the Western Gulf Coast.
Rev. Lisa Schwandt, Canon for Discipleship

Lisa is married to Scott, and they have two adult children, Sarah and Michael. She serves as the Dean of the College of Deacons and as the Canon for Discipleship for the Anglican Diocese of the Western Gulf Coast. Her joy is disciple-making for Christ, proclaiming His gospel, and encouraging His people. Lisa is originally from Tennessee but has lived all her adult life in Texas.
Rev. Craige Borrett, Canon for Parish Development

Craige is a Native Texan from El Paso, but he and wife, Nancy, now reside in The Woodlands. Craige serves Bishop Clark and the diocese by helping with congregational development. He loves the church and has a passion for it to be healthy.