PASTOR:
REV. FRANK SAPP, JR.
Grace and Peace! Greetings from St. Paul's Community Church and from my family and myself! My name is Rev Frank Sapp, Jr., many just call me Pastor Frank, and I serve here as the pastor. Our church and ministry truly have a special place in my heart from a personal standpoint. My spiritual journey of accepting Jesus as my LORD and Savior started here when I was here as a minister's child of the late Rev. Frank Sapp, Sr. Since then, St. Paul's Community Church has truly cared and continues to care for people's physical, spiritual and emotional needs including mine.
As for my life before coming back home to St. Paul's, I have obtained a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Elementary Education at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a Master's of Divinity from Trinity School of Ministry. I have over 24 years, of ordained ministry experience serving in various roles in ministry in different states including: Pennsylvania, Ohio, Tennessee, Alabama, North Dakota and Washington. I am happily married to my wife (DeAnna). We have 5 children, spread over several states (with their spouses), Our two younger children, Frankie and Babs, still live at home with us and are ministry-minded in thought and focus in everything they do. We are also proud grandparents of two.
St. Paul's Community Church, is a church that has the motto: Let Jesus Show The Way. There are numerous ministries that are present for all ages. We would love to welcome you to the family and become more familiar with the ministry of St. Paul's Community Church and pray that you feel home and welcome. If there is ever anything else that we can do for you, please don't hesitate to let me/us know.
God bless,
Pastor Frank
As for my life before coming back home to St. Paul's, I have obtained a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Elementary Education at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a Master's of Divinity from Trinity School of Ministry. I have over 24 years, of ordained ministry experience serving in various roles in ministry in different states including: Pennsylvania, Ohio, Tennessee, Alabama, North Dakota and Washington. I am happily married to my wife (DeAnna). We have 5 children, spread over several states (with their spouses), Our two younger children, Frankie and Babs, still live at home with us and are ministry-minded in thought and focus in everything they do. We are also proud grandparents of two.
St. Paul's Community Church, is a church that has the motto: Let Jesus Show The Way. There are numerous ministries that are present for all ages. We would love to welcome you to the family and become more familiar with the ministry of St. Paul's Community Church and pray that you feel home and welcome. If there is ever anything else that we can do for you, please don't hesitate to let me/us know.
God bless,
Pastor Frank
CHURCH SECRETARY:
MS. MENDY GRAY
My name is Mendy Ann Gray, although my grandchildren and their friends call me “Gaga.” I have 2 children, Tara (husband, Brandon) Geibel and Neal (wife, Ashton) Early. I have 4 grandchildren, that are the loves of my life, Savanna Prescott, Maverick Geibel, Teagan & Hayden Early. They keep me busy with their sports and activities.
I graduated from East Brady High School and my first job was at Troutman’s Dept. Store. I eventually became a dental assistant for 8+ years, during which time I got married. I then had my children and devoted my time to them. When the kids were both in school, I started working as a paraprofessional in the Karns City School District. In 2001, I was hired full-time as the Special Education Secretary. I retired in June of 2020. In the fall of 2021, I was hired as the part-time secretary at St. Paul’s Community Church.
As far as hobbies, I love to read. I am compelled to read a book till the end, even when I am not enjoying it. However, if I am enjoying it, I will become so absorbed that nothing gets done until I reach the end. I have been blessed with amazing friends and a church family that has always been supportive of me and my family. I have a stronger trust in God because of the events of my life. I can’t ever remember a time in my life that I didn’t love God and believe in Jesus. I was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s and I owe a great deal to family, friends pastors and teachers. I went through a period of serious doubt and difficult questioning at a point in my life. Through prayer, reflection, and confession, I found my hope in Jesus. He never stopped loving, even through His suffering and He walks with me every day. Without Him, I will be nothing. Without Him, I am nothing.
But with Him I can do all things (Philippians 4:13).
I graduated from East Brady High School and my first job was at Troutman’s Dept. Store. I eventually became a dental assistant for 8+ years, during which time I got married. I then had my children and devoted my time to them. When the kids were both in school, I started working as a paraprofessional in the Karns City School District. In 2001, I was hired full-time as the Special Education Secretary. I retired in June of 2020. In the fall of 2021, I was hired as the part-time secretary at St. Paul’s Community Church.
As far as hobbies, I love to read. I am compelled to read a book till the end, even when I am not enjoying it. However, if I am enjoying it, I will become so absorbed that nothing gets done until I reach the end. I have been blessed with amazing friends and a church family that has always been supportive of me and my family. I have a stronger trust in God because of the events of my life. I can’t ever remember a time in my life that I didn’t love God and believe in Jesus. I was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s and I owe a great deal to family, friends pastors and teachers. I went through a period of serious doubt and difficult questioning at a point in my life. Through prayer, reflection, and confession, I found my hope in Jesus. He never stopped loving, even through His suffering and He walks with me every day. Without Him, I will be nothing. Without Him, I am nothing.
But with Him I can do all things (Philippians 4:13).
MUSIC DIRECTOR:
MS. KIM GAISER
I'm Kim Gaiser and I have resided in this community all my life. I graduated from Karns City High School and furthered my education at the Pittsburgh Beauty Academy in Beaver Falls. I have owned and operated my own salon for 44 years in Chicora.
My passion for music started at an early age as my folks would take me to Southern Gospel Quartet concerts. Those groups were an inspiration to me in learning harmonies. I started piano lessons at age five and sang in choruses all through my school years. For a little over twenty years I served as music director for a church in Butler. I currently am a part of the God's Country Band in Butler on Saturday nights at the Crossfire campus. So you see, not much time for hobbies, but I do try to squeeze in a round of golf once in a while.
I am excited to be serving the Lord at St. Paul's as music director.
My passion for music started at an early age as my folks would take me to Southern Gospel Quartet concerts. Those groups were an inspiration to me in learning harmonies. I started piano lessons at age five and sang in choruses all through my school years. For a little over twenty years I served as music director for a church in Butler. I currently am a part of the God's Country Band in Butler on Saturday nights at the Crossfire campus. So you see, not much time for hobbies, but I do try to squeeze in a round of golf once in a while.
I am excited to be serving the Lord at St. Paul's as music director.