About Us

The South Houston Bay Area (South HBA) Pathfinders is a region within the Texas Conference Pathfinder organization, serving over 20 Pathfinder Clubs. Our territory stretches south of I-10 to Galveston and from Victoria all the way to the Louisiana border.

About Our Pathfinders

The South Houston Bay Area (HBA) Pathfinders stand as a trusted and proven council within the Texas Conference, known for exceptional leadership, unwavering support, and a deep commitment to Pathfinder excellence. Serving more than 20 clubs across a vast region, our experienced council brings years of hands-on expertise in club development, training, event coordination, and youth mentorship. We pride ourselves on being approachable, dependable, and fully invested in the success of every club we serve—whether through strategic guidance, timely resources, or boots-on-the-ground support. With a strong track record of growth, well-organized events, and empowered leaders, South HBA Pathfinders offer the stability, knowledge, and passion clubs need to thrive. Choosing to be involved in the South HBA Pathfinder council means having support to your club.

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Our Team

The South Houston Bay Area (HBA) Pathfinder team is a group of passionate, highly trained, and servant-minded leaders whose have an unwavering commitment to youth ministry and every Pathfinders.

Denia Martinez

Coordinator

Rene Castellon

Associate

Olga Castellon

Associate

Jeffrey Altemus

Associate

Marla Altemus

Associate

Luis Castro

Drill Master

Matthew Herrera

TLT Area Coordinator

Sadie Herrera

Area Nurse

Ester Tzunun

Area Advisor

Activities That impact

Pathfinder Ministry activities are intentionally designed to build faith, character, and leadership through hands-on learning, outdoor adventures, community service, teamwork, and skill-based challenges that inspire youth to grow spiritually, socially, and physically.

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Pathfinders

Pathfinder Ministry is a Christ-centered, youth-focused program dedicated to developing young people into confident leaders through spiritual growth, practical skills, service, and adventure, empowering them to live lives of faith, purpose, and commitment to God and their community.