Our Story

How it all started...

Sunday, September 2nd, 1984, to a congregation of 300 Apostle I.V. Hilliard founded New Light Church World Outreach and Worship Centers in the great city of Houston, TX. Following the bold declaration, the congregation dropped to 23. Unwavering in his faith, Apostle Hilliard  led  New Light Church  to be one of the largest, most impactful and  cutting-edge churches in the world.  

Apostle and Pastor Bridget, continued in faith, growing the Light into a megachurch with multiple campuses across the state of Texas. They are sought out faith teachers, dedicated to sharing the Word of God wherever they go. After 33 years of pastoring, Apostle knew it was time to pass the baton.

Expanding the vision...

After 10 years of mentorship and serving Apostle as his COO, Dr. Irishea Hilliard became Senior Pastor of New Light in 2018. Doubly graced for leadership and healing, Dr Irishea is serving faithfully as a bridger of generations and trailblazer in ministry.  Through partnerships with the city and other organizations, she has expanded New Light's reach to a new generation of people.

Where we are headed...

Still rooted in faith, New Light is forging ahead in generational ministry and growing weekly both locally and virtually.  New Light is still a beacon in the Houston Community and a pillar in the Kingdom of God.

New Light will continue to "Be The Light" and live out the faith principles upon which it was founded.  Good things are ahead.

Be a part of our story...

Join us every Sunday as we gather to worship together a 9 AM and 12 NOON.