Leadership

George Thomas- President and Chief Executive Officer

George began as a volunteer in New England in 2003 – eventually serving the Connecticut program in administrative, teaching, and counseling capacities for 2 years. During this time, he was licensed as an AG minister and helped birth an inner-city, “Teen Challenge church” near the New Haven campus. In 2006, George became the business administrator for Teen Challenge USA in Springfield, MO. He earned his Doctor of Ministry Degree from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary. For his dissertation, George authored the Teen Challenge USA Best Practices Manual. With a passion to reach the 1.5 million drug and alcohol addicts in his home state of Texas, George joined Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas in June 2009. George’s spiritual gifts are teaching and administration and he finds the following traits as essential to working at Teen Challenge: dependence upon God, commitment to students, and ability to operate in a team environment. George earned his bachelor of science, majoring in Biology and Christianity, from Houston Baptist University. In 1999, he earned his Master’s in Business Administration at University of Houston, concentrating in accounting and subsequently working as an accountant for various Fortune 500 companies in Houston prior to joining Teen Challenge. He and his wife Dolly, along with three daughters and 1 son, live in San Antonio.

Dolly Thomas, Ph.D.- Director of Training & Counseling

Dr. Dolly Thomas is a wife, mom, clinical psychologist, speaker and ordained minister. In 2013, she founded Transform Counseling to bring God’s love, truth and healing to the broken and hurting. Since 2009, she has ministered to the staff and students of Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas. Her greatest joys in life are being married to her best friend, George Thomas, President of ATCOT; raising their four incredible children, Jadyn, Liana, Caris and Luke; and seeing a soul added to the Kingdom of God.

Tony Frazier- Business Manager

Tony came to Teen Challenge in August 2003 as a result of 25 years of drug and alcohol abuse and a diagnosis of Bi-Polar disorder, anxiety disorder, manic depression and PTSD. Tony graduated from Teen Challenge in September 2004 and has worked with the ministry since that time. Tony current serves as the Business Manager and really enjoys his work. He says “I just love the Lord and like working for the Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas Ministry and serving others!”

Sarah Baughman- Director of Development

Sarah and her husband Austin are both graduates of the San Antonio program and have worked with the ministry for over 10 years. After graduating high school, Sarah fell into addiction and her family called upon Teen Challenge for help. She successfully completed the program and was hired on as staff. She is currently a Certified Minister with the South Texas District of the Assemblies of God. Sarah’s life is a testament of what the Lord can accomplish and how He uses Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas to make a difference in people’s lives. Truly anything is possible with God!

Kim Hansley- Human Resources Manager

Kim began her journey with Teen Challenge when she was given the opportunity to join the corporate staff in early 2009. Kim enjoys sharing God’s love and compassion to employees and students alike. Kim was born into a Christian home in North Carolina. She graduated high school in 1985 and went on to earn her Associates in Business Administration. Kim moved to Texas in 1997 and is blessed with two beautiful daughters.

Fernando Garcia- Human Resources Assistant

Fernando’s journey with Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas began in 2019 as a student, where he encountered Jesus Christ and experienced the life-changing transformation that continues to shape his life today. After successfully completing the program, he graduated from the Associate’s Program, receiving vocational ministry training and developing a passion for serving others. Since then, Fernando has faithfully served in a variety of roles throughout the ministry, including direct care, program operations, office administration, and organizational support. These experiences have provided him with a unique understanding of both the program and administrative sides of the organization, as well as a deep appreciation for the ministry’s mission and the people it serves. Today, Fernando serves in the Human Resources Department at the Corporate Office, where he is honored to support staff and help further the mission of Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas..

Lissette Rodriguez- Student Sponsorship Program Manager

Lissette moved to San Antonio in 2018 and began her walk with Christ in 2019. While attending the University of Texas at San Antonio, she first learned about Adult & Teen Challenge through a campus ministry. Before joining Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas, she worked in behavioral and rehabilitative healthcare, where she developed a background in administration and operations, and previously served as an intern at her church, where her passion for ministry grew. Feeling called to combine her skills with her heart for ministry, Lissette joined Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas and is honored to support its mission of bringing hope and lasting transformation through Jesus Christ. She and her husband met at UTSA and were married in December 2024.

Greg Ambroson- Azle Men’s Director

Over the last 20 years, Greg has led ministries involved in missions, worship, prayer, and curriculum-writing. Greg served on the pastoral team of Fairmeadows Church over the last 5 years, while writing curriculum for Sampson Ministry. As a pastor, Greg referred numerous individuals to Teen Challenge over the years until the Lord called him to serve full-time at the Azle campus in March 2016. Greg holds a Bachelor of Christian Studies from Christ for the Nations and a Bachelor of Arts in Culinary Arts from the European Institute of Culinary Arts. Greg is married, has two sons and a daughter, and three grandchildren.

Rodger Anderson- Executive Director of Adolescent Programs

Rodger and his wife Monica were called to Texas with a burden to stay involved with Teen Challenge. Today, he is grateful to have helped launch and now serve as the Director of the Round Rock THRIVE Girls Academy. The adolescent girl’s program is dear to Rodger’s heart because his daughter once struggled with addiction and was enrolled in a similar program that God used to heal their broken relationship. Rodger says he loves the ministry work of helping men, women, and teens get their lives back on track.

Scott Dugin- New Hope Christian Academy (Adolescent Boys) Director

Scott is originally from Long Island, New York, and has a powerful testimony of God’s transforming grace, overcoming years of depression and addiction through the love of Jesus. For over 20 years, he has followed God’s call to ministry across New York, Florida, Missouri, and Texas, with a passion for discipling young people and helping them walk in freedom and purpose in Christ. Scott earned Bachelor’s degrees in Bible and Missions from Central Bible College in Springfield, Missouri, and has served in pastoral roles including Young Adult, Outreach, and Associate Pastor. He has also worked with at-risk youth in education and served in numerous leadership roles within Teen Challenge, including Campus Pastor, Program Director, and Chief Operations Officer. As a devoted father and grandfather, Scott is passionate about seeing students grow in faith, build strong character, and thrive throughout their journey at Teen Challenge and beyond. “Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion.” — Philippians 1:6

Monica Anderson- Thrive Girls Ranch & Home Program Manager Director

My first encounter with the ministry of Teen Challenges Vision and Mission was in 1987.  Over the years I have watched the growth and success of Teen Challenge. God opened doors for me to begin working for Arizona Teen Challenge Corporate Office in 2003 and was privileged to work with great staff who love God. I have been truly blessed to be a part of Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas THRIVE Girls Academy where I am helping adolescent girls to know God and know their divine purpose. The scripture God gave me for this assignment was Jeremiah 24:7 “I will give them a heart to know me, that I am the LORD. They will be my people, and I will be their God.”  So many, many testimonies of the power of God and transform lives at Teen Challenge. To God be the Glory!

Jonathan Mitchell- Brenham Men’s Director

Jonathan was raised in Louisiana and after graduating high school attended McNeese State University on a football scholarship where he majored in business administration. Jonathan played two years of professional football and later attended the State of Louisiana Law Enforcement Academy where he received a state commission and worked as a narcotics agent. Jonathan entered Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas in February of 2000 where he received Christ as his Lord and Savior. After completion of the program, Jonathan served as a staff member in several roles and in 2015 became the campus Director of the Brenham program. He and his wife Mary have one son, three daughters, and one grandson. They consider it a privilege and an honor to serve and to be instruments used by Him in the process of transforming the lives of men that were without hope.

Danielle Guntle – San Antonio Women’s Program Manager

With a heart dedicated to seeing women and children experience the love of Jesus in every aspect of life, Danielle brings a wealth of administrative and ministerial experience to Adult in Teen Challenge.  Having worked with Youth With a Mission (YWAM) in short-term missions and serving in 15+ countries across Southeast Asia, Danielle has developed a deep understanding of diverse cultures and the unique challenges faced by individuals in different contexts.  Danielle is deeply committed to combining her love for the Lord with her strong organizational skills and ability to streamline processes for greater efficiency within the ministry.

Danielle currently resides in San Antonio with her husband Nate and their four children and enjoy serving in various ministry opportunities as a family.

Austin Baughman- San Antonio Men’s Director

Austin is credentialed as a minister, has over 12 years’ relevant experience in the mission of Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas. He serves as a minister to the students and staff of Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas and has extensive knowledge of various treatment programs and believes the only permanent solution to addiction is through a personal relationship with Christ.

Austin has been a part of Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas since 2006. He has traveled to assist in the training of ATC staff in Zambia, Jamaica and most recently Fiji. He has been married for over 10 years to Sarah Baughman, has two daughters, and resides in the San Antonio area.

Rachel Muñoz- Women with Children Director

 Rachel graduated Bethany Global University in Minneapolis, MN with a BA in Bible/Theology and a major in Intercultural Ministry Studies. During her studies, she served as missionary for just under a year in Africa, primarily in Kenya. Since then, Rachel has been in full-time ministry in various roles, teaching Bible classes and leading church departments. Rachel has been a part of ATCOT San Antonio campus since 2021 and has been married to her husband, Jonathan, since October 2022. Rachel is passionate about the work being done at Adult & Teen Challenge, because she has seen that family restoration and freedom from addiction is ultimately found in the power of Jesus.

Wendy Martin- Hope Kid’s Admin

It has been said, “Knowing Ms. Wendy is like Christian Sesame Street- there’s always children, singing, dancing, and learning.” Wendy Martin is called by God to love and teach children and their parents. She graduated from Texas Women’s University with a degree in Child Development and is a certified Montessori teacher. From Fort Worth to Denver, to now Seguin and its surrounding areas, she and her husband, Matt, have been in ministry for over 20 years. Wendy enjoys raising her two children, Willow and Bryson, spending time with family and friends, and serving families in her local church. In January of 2026, Wendy joined Adult and Teen Challenge of Texas as our HOPE Kids Admin where she helps develop fun and interactive HOPE Kids Chapels, equips and encourages HOPE Kids leaders, and teaches, prays, and plays with our precious HOPE Kids. 

Carlos Pinero- Houston Men’s Director

Carlos’ journey began as a student in Teen Challenge in 1986 in Puerto Rico. He proudly served for eight years in the U.S. Army. Following his military service, he served as a Federal Law Enforcement Officer until his retirement in 2019. He reconnected with Teen Challenge, volunteering at the Houston Men’s Campus since 2014, ultimately leading him to serve as the Director in 2025. Carlos is ordained through the American Marriage Ministries (AMM) and is currently pursuing ministerial credentials through the Assemblies of God. He is married, has two sons and five grandchildren.

Rachel Wallace- Houston Women’s Director

Rachel is a speaker and an ordained minister. She has been involved with Adult & Teen Challenge since 2003. She is married to Rev. Garry Wallace who also works at Adult & Teen Challenge. Rachel’s heart is sharing God’s Word to build up and encourage those who are broken and to bring hope to the hopeless. They have three children, four grandchildren, a Great Dane named George, and two horses named Frankie and Nanci.

Santos Galicia- Coastal Bend Men’s Director

Santos Galicia grew up in the City of Los Angeles and entered the doors of Teen Challenge of Southern California in 2017. He graduated from the Teen Challenge Ministry Institute in South Gate, CA, and has since dedicated his life to ministry. Santos has served as a Program Coordinator at the San Antonio Campus and is an AG Certified Minister.

He has been happily married to Kara Galicia since 2020, and together they have a beautiful daughter. Santos is passionate about winning souls and leading hearts to Jesus, dedicating his life to spreading the Gospel and transforming lives through faith.

Daniel McCullough- East Texas Men’s Director

Above all, Daniel has a heart to serve the Lord. He is an ordained pastor through Freedom Church of Ft. Worth and a graduate of the College at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

He is on a mission to see Ephesians 4:13 and Colossians 3 come to life in men struggling with addiction. His desire is for men to grow into the fullness of the stature of Christ by putting off the old man and putting on the new man, who is being renewed daily in the image of Christ.