New Hope’s Interim Minister has lived in Texas for over 13 years, moving to the Lone Star state for graduate school after receiving her Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Religion and Psychology from Hastings College in Hastings, Nebraska. She grew up in Kansas where her parents did foster care; she was a sister to more than 60 siblings over the course of 17 years. Her family experience proved to her that God loves everyone. Nothing makes her more enthusiastic than sharing how we can better reflect God’s love as the Body of Christ.
She graduated from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary with her Masters of Divinity degree and The University of Texas at Austin’s School of Social Work with her Master of Science of Social Work in 2015. Cindy is a licensed clinical Social Worker and a Board-Approved Supervisor.
Cindy is married to Charlie and is the proud mother of two young children, one with a rare condition called Arthrogryposis.
New Hope’s Interim Minister has lived in Texas for over 13 years, moving to the Lone Star state for graduate school after receiving her Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Religion and Psychology from Hastings College in Hastings, Nebraska. She grew up in Kansas where her parents did foster care; she was a sister to more than 60 siblings over the course of 17 years. Her family experience proved to her that God loves everyone. Nothing makes her more enthusiastic than sharing how we can better reflect God’s love as the Body of Christ.
She graduated from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary with her Masters of Divinity degree and The University of Texas at Austin’s School of Social Work with her Master of Science of Social Work in 2015. Cindy is a licensed clinical Social Worker and a Board-Approved Supervisor.
Cindy is married to Charlie and is the proud mother of two young children, one with a rare condition called Arthrogryposis.
Linda Owens was born in California but moved with her family to Texas in 1992, where she became a member at New Hope. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Cultures with a minor in English and a Standard Elementary Teaching Credential from the University of California at Irvine, and an MBA from Holy Names University in Oakland, California. She is a lay preacher, Stephen Ministry Leader, sings soprano in the chancel choir, serves as Clerk to Session and as scribe for the Presbyterian Women.
Linda Owens was born in California but moved with her family to Texas in 1992, where she became a member at New Hope. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Cultures with a minor in English and a Standard Elementary Teaching Credential from the University of California at Irvine, and an MBA from Holy Names University in Oakland, California. She is a lay preacher, Stephen Ministry Leader, sings soprano in the chancel choir, serves as Clerk to Session and as scribe for the Presbyterian Women.
Karla was born in Ecuador and raised in Texas, where she grew up with a deep appreciation for community, connection, and service. She has spent the last several years working in roles that support others—whether through organizing behind the scenes, helping people feel heard, or keeping things running smoothly. She earned her Associate of Applied Science degree from Lone Star College CyFair in 2020, with a focus in nonprofit management. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she values clear communication, meaningful work, and bringing a calm, thoughtful presence to everything she does. In her free time, she enjoys hosting dinners with family and
friends, quiet mornings, and finding joy in the little things.
Karla was born in Ecuador and raised in Texas, where she grew up with a deep appreciation for community, connection, and service. She has spent the last several years working in roles that support others—whether through organizing behind the scenes, helping people feel heard, or keeping things running smoothly. She earned her Associate of Applied Science degree from Lone Star College CyFair in 2020, with a focus in nonprofit management. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she values clear communication, meaningful work, and bringing a calm, thoughtful presence to everything she does. In her free time, she enjoys hosting dinners with family and friends, quiet mornings, and finding joy in the little things.
Khawesi brings creativity, strategy, and heart to New Hope’s communications ministry. With a background in digital design, marketing, and storytelling, she is passionate about helping the church share its message of love, faith, and community in meaningful ways, both online and beyond the walls of the sanctuary.
Now based in Houston, Khawesi is known for her eye for design, her thoughtful approach to connection, and her ability to bring big ideas to life. She believes that every post, photo, and video can reflect God’s goodness and invite others into the story of hope.
When she’s not designing or filming, you’ll find her spending time with her family, serving her community, and finding creative inspiration in everyday life.
Khawesi brings creativity, strategy, and heart to New Hope’s communications ministry. With a background in digital design, marketing, and storytelling, she is passionate about helping the church share its message of love, faith, and community in meaningful ways, both online and beyond the walls of the sanctuary.
Now based in Houston, Khawesi is known for her eye for design, her thoughtful approach to connection, and her ability to bring big ideas to life. She believes that every post, photo, and video can reflect God’s goodness and invite others into the story of hope.
When she’s not designing or filming, you’ll find her spending time with her family, serving her community, and finding creative inspiration in everyday life.
friends, quiet mornings, and finding joy in the little things.
Tim Holder is the Director of Music Ministry. He was a choir director, pianist, organist and vocalist at several churches in New Orleans and the Houston area before coming to New Hope. Tim brings a wealth of talent and experience in using music as a key ministry to worship the Lord.
Tim Holder is the Director of Music Ministry. He was a choir director, pianist, organist and vocalist at several churches in New Orleans and the Houston area before coming to New Hope. Tim brings a wealth of talent and experience in using music as a key ministry to worship the Lord.