St. Paul’s Staff
Carm Evans, Lead Pastor
Pastor Carm leads with grace, clear communication, and a deep love for relationships. She’s passionate about helping people grow closer to God and to each other.
She believes life is often messy—and so are relationships. That’s why she creates space for honest, compassionate conversations. If you’re carrying something complicated, she’s someone who will walk with you through it.
Her own life is rooted in the relationships she holds most dear. She enjoys life with her husband of over 30 years, Doug; her daughter, Rose; her grandson, Romy; her father, John; and her brother, Carl.
Pastor Carm holds degrees in biology and psychology from LaSalle University. She earned graduate degrees in counseling psychology from Temple University and in divinity from Palmer Theological Seminary.
She has a special passion for welcoming people who have felt hurt or excluded by the church. To serve that calling, she completed a certificate in Fresh Expressions through United Seminary and graduated from the Fresh Expressions Academy in the Pen-Del/BWC region.
Before joining St. Paul’s, she launched Tree of Life Church—a faith community without walls, devoted to loving God by loving all of creation.
Jeff Nicely, Minister of Worship & Fresh Expressions
Jeff is graduate of Moody Bible Institute, a former Senior Pastor, and a Jay Shetty Certified Life and Success Coach. Jeff, along with his husband Craig, are proud parents of six adult children…four girls and two boys.
In his role, Jeff is committed to creating a vibrant and inclusive community. He enjoys reading, cooking, and traveling with his family. His personal interests also include spending quality time with friends and unwinding in social gatherings.
With a practical approach to ministry, Jeff brings his energy, creativity and professional skills to inspire and connect people in meaningful ways.
Barb Barto, Church Administrator
Barbara has been part of the St. Paul’s family for over 21 years serving as the Office Administrator.
When she started at St. Paul’s, her two daughters were in middle school and now they are married with successful careers. Her oldest daughter recently had a son, giving Barbara and her husband Mark their first grandchild.
Interacting with and helping the people of St. Paul’s is her favorite part of her job. She keeps the office running smoothly and provides support to the rest of the staff.
In her personal life, Barbara enjoys spending time with her family, reading, dining out, vacationing with friends, and traveling with Mark.