Christy has served as pastor of St. Paul United Methodist Church since July 2026. Previously, she served as pastor of the First Baptist Church, Front Royal, VA for seven years and as an associate minister at Oakland Baptist Church in Rock Hill, SC for 23 years. She has a BA in business administration from Furman University, a MDiv from the Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond, VA and a DMin from Columbia Theological Seminary.

She has served in numerous leadership roles in the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, including moderator for CBF Global, and CBF South Carolina, Vice-Moderator for CBF Virginia. She served on numerous boards in Front Royal, including Salvation Army, Rotary Club of Front Royal, and Seniors First.

She is married to Shane who is the Superintendent for Greenwood 50. They have two adult children, Paige and Reid, one grandchild, and a fluffy Shih-Tzu-Something named Lily.

Christy enjoys reading, hiking, traveling to US national parks, and taking groups for overseas mission adventures.

Jill is the center hub of communication for St Paul UMC.  She is instrumental in bulletin and newsletter design and publication, key community liasion, and much more.  She is a Saluda, SC native, and resides with her son, John David. She has a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Masters in Education.  When she is not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, bicycling, boating, fishing, traveling, watching Gamecock football, watching John David play golf, and going to any beach. 

Favorite Bible Verse:  "Give thanks in every situation because this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." - 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Favorite Hymn:  "Because He Lives"

Tonia is St Paul UMC's exquisitely talented pianist and organist.  The sounds that come forth from the instruments she plays is simply heavenly! Words here do not do her talent justice -- come experience for yourself! 

She was born, reared and resides on Lake Murray in Saluda County.  She resides with her husband, Troy, and their daughters, Kaylee and Kennedy.  She is proud to announce Kaylee will graduate from USC Aiken in December, while Kennedy is enjoying attending USC in Columbia.  Tonia has a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education from Converse College, a Masters in Elementary Education from Lander University, and a Masters in Technology from Nova Southeastern.  When she is not playing beautiful music, she enjoys any outside activities, specifically gardening and canning during the summer months.  

Favorite Hymn:  "Holy, Holy, Holy" was her very first favorite hymn.  She says she has so many favorite hymns, she couldn't list them all.

Charles is the "Jack-Of-All-Trades" when it comes to St Paul UMC's building maintenance.  He is vital to the upkeep and fine tuning of the structures and to the temperature comfort of all who enter.  He is a Saluda, SC native, and resides with his wife, Paulette. Charles is a high school graduate and has a Master Electrical Degree.  When he is not shining windows, and working on preservation within St Paul UMC's walls, he enjoys hunting, fishing and woodworking.  

Favorite Bible Verse: "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life."  - John 3:16 

Favorite Hymn:  "The Lord Of The Dance" 

Tim is the groundskeeper for St Paul UMC.  He exerts time, special care and attention to ensuring our grounds are beautifully groomed and presentable.  

Tim is a Saluda, SC native, and resides in the Centennial section of Saluda County with his wife, Melinda, and son, Luke.  He is a Saluda High School graduate and attended Lander College.  When he is not keeping the grounds, he enjoys raising dogs, gardening, hunting and spending time with his family. 

Favorite Bible Verse:  "In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you." - John 14:2

Favorite Hymn:  "Just As I Am"