Pastor Brian Tyre

Brother Brian sensed God’s call to full-time ministry at the age of 15, and that call has shaped his life ever since. With nearly three decades in ministry, he has faithfully served New Hope Church since 2004. Brian is passionate about helping people move beyond simply knowing about Jesus to experiencing a personal, life-changing relationship with Him. He also loves guiding others to discover their God-given purpose and find meaningful ways to serve in the church.

Brother Brian holds a degree in Pastoral Studies from Wesley College and was ordained in 1997.

Church Administrator - Frances Lunsford

Frances has been part of New Hope since August 2001 and began serving in the church office as a volunteer in January 2002. In August 2021, she officially joined the team as Church Administrator, where she enjoys working with numbers and connecting with people. She also faithfully serves both locally and across the U.S. through various outreach and mission efforts.

Frances holds a Bachelor of Science in Office Administration with a minor in mathematics. She retired after nearly 30 years of service with the Texas Department of Human Services.

“God has a way of leading you where you need to be, even when you don’t realize it. When you turn it over to Him, things have a way of working out.”

Frances

Worship Leader - Jennifer Hornbuckle

Jennifer has been involved in ministry since 2004, faithfully serving through worship and teaching. Jennifer desires to help lead the congregation in worship that points hearts toward the Lord and encourages believers to glorify God not only through song, but through lives devoted to Him. She has served New Hope since 2017. 

Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Stephen F. Austin State University and was ordained as a Worship Pastor in 2010.

Next Gen Director - Trinity Tyre

Trinity has been part of the New Hope family since she was two years old, and serving others has always been a part of her life at New Hope. After beginning her work with the youth ministry in 2024, she now serves as New Hope’s Next Gen Director, overseeing both the Youth and Kid's ministries. She is passionate about creating a family-like environment where kids and students feel welcomed, safe, and encouraged to grow in their faith. Trinity loves helping the next generation build a strong foundation in Christ, discover who God is through Scripture and life experiences, and learn to live out His love every day.

Trinity graduated from Ouachita Baptist University in 2025 with a double major in Psychology and Sociology.