Youth Leaders

Central Summerlin

Meet Our CY Leaders

Adam Neri

Central Youth Summerlin Youth Pastor

I’m Adam! I’ve been a pastor at Central for five years and I’ve known who Jesus was my whole life but in my 20’s I decided to fully follow him and trust his path over my own. I serve because I want to make a difference and inform the next generation of students and parents what God has in store for them, so that they can pass on for generations to come. Fun fact, My wife (Megan Neri) and I have four daughters and have been married 11 years. Star Wars is the greatest series of all time, in fact we love it so much we were married on May 4th, Star Wars Day.

Brooklyn Poliszuk

6th Grade Girls

I’m Brooklyn! I have been attending Central for all my life and now lead 6th grade girls. I serve in CY because my life was changed when I was a student in this ministry. Leaders consistently poured into me, empowered me to walk in who Jesus says I am, and showed me a community like I’ve never seen before. I’m forever honored to have a front row seat in all God is doing in the next generation. Fun fact, my favorite place I’ve ever visited is Japan!

Emily Shapiro

6th Grade Girls

I’m Emily! I have been attending Central most of my life and came to know Jesus through getting plugged in and discipled within Central Youth. I serve in CY because I know the Lord loves me so much and I have a heart to share that same love to those I lead. Fun fact, La La Land is my favorite movie!

Samantha Oldenbeken

7th & 8th Grade Girls

I’m Samantha! I have been attending Central for 8 years and for the past year have been serving in Central Youth. I serve in CY because I love to meet and connect with students who have a desire to know Jesus more. Because my life changed when I came to know Jesus, I want to introduce students to the same hope He gave me. Fun fact, I am a wife and homeschool mom to my 4 kids!

Bennett Common

7th & 8th Grade Girls

I’m Bennett! I have been attending Central for 7 years and now lead 7th and 8th grade girls. I serve in CY because I am a product of this ministry and have come to know Jesus more through dedicated leaders and strong community. I hope to be a leader, friend, and encourager to the girls I lead so they can grow up knowing Jesus, and living life with Him. Fun fact, I love all things country and own a pair of silver cowboy boots!

Rhett Sullivan

6th & 7th Grade Boys

I’m Rhett! I have been attending Central since April of 2022 but have been following Jesus from a young age. I serve in CY with the hope of encouraging my middle school boys on their walk with God and teaching them to turn to him in challenging seasons. Fun fact, I am a diehard Golden Knights and Notre Dame fan!

Simi Tafa

8th Grade Boys

I’m Simi! I have been attending Central for 2 ½ years and gave my life to Jesus in 2020. I serve in CY because it brings a smile to my face knowing I have the ability to share the Lord’s love to my middle school boys. Fun fact, I absolutely love football and would love to play professionally!

Jacob Johnson

8th Grade Boys

I’m Jacob! I have been attending Central for 2 years and gave my life to Jesus my senior year of high school at Ignite Summer Camp. I serve in CY because I remember how much my small group leaders and community helped me on my faith journey when I was a student. I hope to help the boys I lead in the same way. Fun fact, my favorite hobby is watching hockey!

Niki Neri

9th Grade Girls

I’m Niki! I have been attending Central for 8 years and accepted Jesus at a young age. I serve in CY because it fills my heart to help students feel heard, seen, and to help them remember that God loves them no matter the circumstances they might be going through. Fun fact, my favorite movie of all time is Toy Story!

Emma Davis

9th Grade Girls

I’m Emma! I have grown up at Central and came to know Jesus through my involvement in the church and through my family. I serve in CY because my youth leaders were some of the most influential people on my faith walk. I hope to be the same friend and mentor to the freshman girls I lead. Fun fact, the best place I’ve visited is the Netherlands!