Youth Ministry
The New Generation
Middle and high schoolers are the future of our church. Our mission for The Freedom Center youth is to see a passion of God ignited and to see them build a personal relationship with Christ.
NewGen Youth Service
Sunday 9:15am
Wednesday 6:30pm – 8:30pm
We welcome all middle school or high school students to come join us. We want to have a positive influence for our youth and help give them the tools they need to make Christ-like decisions in the world they live in everyday.
Stay up to date with NewGen Youth:
Youth Pastor
Aaron Holton
Pastor Aaron is the middle of three brothers and grew up as a missionary kid in Ukraine and the Philippines where he watched his parents plant two churches within that time.
He returned to the U.S. in 2008 to pursue his Biblical studies in theology and pastoral ministry at Christ For The Nations Institute and in 2011 joined the Freedom Center Church as a college leader. In 2012 he came on staff as the Youth Pastor.
Aaron & his wife Shinobu have been married since 2013 and have three beautiful sons Titus, Judah & Ezra.
They love serving in NEWGEN and watching God raise up the next generation of leaders and God-Seekers!
Hobby: Pranking his kids.
Fav Food: Mexican food. Definite love language.
Our Youth Leaders
Justin Curtis
Justin has been going to the Freedom Center since he’s been a kid, and has loved growing up in the atmosphere of the Freedom Center.
He got involved in NEWGEN in middle school and loves the YFN experience each summer that they went to.
His favorite verse is Philippians 4:13, believing that “[we] can do all things through Christ who strengthens [us]”. Justin has been working on his Computer Science associates at HCC and is planning on majoring in Software Engineering. His favorite things are Marvel Movies, Video Games, and Star Wars. Justin loves the leadership position and will continue to work for the NEWGEN leadership.
Hobby: Computer Coding
Fav Food: Whataburger
Alyssa Villareal
Currently pursuing a philosophy degree, Alyssa hopes to encourage all those around her to “aggressively live in love” and “humbly stand for truth” – The New Tolerance
Her favorite verse is 1 Peter 3:15, “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect”
Alyssa enjoys seeing the students of New Generation grow and become bolder in their relationships with God.
Hobby: Reading and writing poetry.
Fav Food: Pop Tarts at 2AM.
Brandi Cadette
Karen Kurian
Karen is so excited to be involved with the youth through New Generation. She loves connecting with people and fostering relationships based in Christ.
Her favorite verse is Jeremiah 33:3, “Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.” She hopes to encourage others to find their identity in God alone.
Karen is majoring in Biochemistry Molecular-Biology at HBU and hopes to move on to medical school to pursue her dream of being a doctor.
Hobby: Watching Netflix
Favorite food: Hot Cheetos (for all 3 meals!)
Shane Jacob
Shane is constantly excited to be at NEWGEN and the Godly atmosphere that is there. He loves showing and emphasizing to students the infinite value that Christ has placed on each of them.
One of his favorite verses is Psalms 91:14. He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him.
Shane is currently attending Houston Baptist University and is pursuing a degree in marketing and entrepreneurship.
Hobby: Competitive Breathing
Fav Food: All food is a Gift from
God
The New Generation
Middle and high schoolers are the future of our church. Our mission for The Freedom Center youth is ignite a passion for God and build a personal relationship with Christ.
NewGen Youth Service
Sunday 9:15am
Wednesday 6:30pm – 8:30pm
We welcome all middle school or high school students to come join us. We want to have a positive influence for our youth and help give them the tools they need to make Christ like decisions in the world they live in everyday.
Stay up to date with NewGen Youth:
Youth Pastor
Aaron Holton
Pastor Aaron is the middle of three brothers and grew up as a missionary kid in Ukraine and the Philippines where he watched his parents plant two churches within that time.
He returned to the U.S. in 2008 to pursue his biblical studies in theology and pastoral ministry at Christ For The Nations Institute and in 2011 joined the Freedom Center Church as a college leader. In 2012 he came on staff as the Youth Pastor.
Aaron & his wife Shinobu have been married for the past 5 years and have two beautiful kids Titus and Judah.
They love serving in NEWGEN and watching God raise up the next generation of leaders and God-Seekers!
Hobby: Pranking his kids.
Fav Food: Mexican food. Believes it will be the main feast when Jesus returns.
Our Youth Leaders
<strong>Justin Curtis</strong>
Bio
Justin has been going to the Freedom Center since he’s been a kid, and has loved growing up in the atmosphere of the Freedom Center.
He got involved in NEWGEN in middle school and loves the YFN experience each summer that they went to.
His favorite verse is Philippians 4:13, believing that “[we] can do all things through Christ who strengthens [us]”. Justin has been working on his Computer Science associates at HCC and is planning on majoring in Software Engineering. His favorite things are Marvel Movies, Video Games, and Star Wars. Justin loves the leadership position and will continue to work for the NEWGEN leadership.
Hobby: Computer Coding
Fav Food: Whataburger
<strong>Shireen Rooker</strong>
Bio
Shireen is stoked to be a part of the leadership team of New Generation. Shireen grew up in Afghanistan as a missionary kid & is very passionate about helping others. Right now she is currently pursuing a nursing degree in hopes to use her skills and talents to glorify God. Her favorite verse is Psalms 46:10, “”Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”” Shireen hopes to encourage teens to rely on God no matter the situation knowing that He remains faithful
Hobby: Stretching & doing Pilates
Fav Food: Korean BBQ.
<strong>Alyssa Villareal</strong>
Bio
Currently pursuing a philosophy degree, Alyssa hopes to encourage all those around her to “aggressively live in love” and “humbly stand for truth” – The New Tolerance
Her favorite verse is 1 Peter 3:15, “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect”
Alyssa enjoys seeing the students of New Generation grow and become bolder in their relationships with God.
Hobby: Reading and writing poetry.
Fav Food: Pop Tarts at 2AM.
<strong>Ethan Rodriguez</strong>
Bio
Ethan loves the Lord and is grateful to be able to minister to the youth of NEWGEN. He enjoys the intimate environment of NEWGEN that allows him to create lasting relationships with the young men that frequent the youth group. His favorite Bible verse is Joshua 1:9, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Ethan is currently attending Wharton County Junior College. In Fall 2019 he will be transferring to the University of Houston to study for a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Hobby: Playing Guitar
Fav Food: Sushi
<strong>Brandi Cadette</strong>
The New Generation
Middle and high schoolers are the future of our church. Our mission for The Freedom Center youth is ignite a passion for God and build a personal relationship with Christ.
NewGen Youth Service
Sunday 9:15am
Wednesday 6:30pm – 8:30pm
We welcome all middle school or high school students to come join us. We want to have a positive influence for our youth and help give them the tools they need to make Christ like decisions in the world they live in everyday.
Stay up to date with NewGen Youth:
Youth Pastor
Aaron Holton
Pastor Aaron is the middle of three brothers and grew up as a missionary kid in Ukraine and the Philippines where he watched his parents plant two churches within that time.
He returned to the U.S. in 2008 to pursue his biblical studies in theology and pastoral ministry at Christ For The Nations Institute and in 2011 joined the Freedom Center Church as a college leader. In 2012 he came on staff as the Youth Pastor.
Aaron & his wife Shinobu have been married for the past 5 years and have two beautiful kids Titus and Judah.
They love serving in NEWGEN and watching God raise up the next generation of leaders and God-Seekers!
Hobby: Pranking his kids.
Fav Food: Mexican food. Believes it will be the main feast when Jesus returns.
Our Youth Leaders
<strong>Justin Curtis</strong>
Bio
Justin has been going to the Freedom Center since he’s been a kid, and has loved growing up in the atmosphere of the Freedom Center.
He got involved in NEWGEN in middle school and loves the YFN experience each summer that they went to.
His favorite verse is Philippians 4:13, believing that “[we] can do all things through Christ who strengthens [us]”. Justin has been working on his Computer Science associates at HCC and is planning on majoring in Software Engineering. His favorite things are Marvel Movies, Video Games, and Star Wars. Justin loves the leadership position and will continue to work for the NEWGEN leadership.
Hobby: Computer Coding
Fav Food: Whataburger
<strong>Shireen Rooker</strong>
Bio
Shireen is stoked to be a part of the leadership team of New Generation. Shireen grew up in Afghanistan as a missionary kid & is very passionate about helping others. Right now she is currently pursuing a nursing degree in hopes to use her skills and talents to glorify God. Her favorite verse is Psalms 46:10, “”Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”” Shireen hopes to encourage teens to rely on God no matter the situation knowing that He remains faithful
Hobby: Stretching & doing Pilates
Fav Food: Korean BBQ.
<strong>Alyssa Villareal</strong>
Bio
Currently pursuing a philosophy degree, Alyssa hopes to encourage all those around her to “aggressively live in love” and “humbly stand for truth” – The New Tolerance
Her favorite verse is 1 Peter 3:15, “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect”
Alyssa enjoys seeing the students of New Generation grow and become bolder in their relationships with God.
Hobby: Reading and writing poetry.
Fav Food: Pop Tarts at 2AM.
<strong>Ethan Rodriguez</strong>
Bio
Ethan loves the Lord and is grateful to be able to minister to the youth of NEWGEN. He enjoys the intimate environment of NEWGEN that allows him to create lasting relationships with the young men that frequent the youth group. His favorite Bible verse is Joshua 1:9, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Ethan is currently attending Wharton County Junior College. In Fall 2019 he will be transferring to the University of Houston to study for a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Hobby: Playing Guitar
Fav Food: Sushi
<strong>Brandi Cadette</strong>