Rev. Michelle L. Torigian is currently the senior pastor at St. Paul United Church of Christ in Belleville, IL and recently served as pastor of St. Paul United Church of Christ, Old Blue Rock Road in Cincinnati, Ohio. Prior to ministry, Rev. Torigian worked in fundraising and marketing for nonprofits as her previous career.  She graduated from Eden Theological Seminary in 2010, Fontbonne University in 1995 and is a graduate of Belleville West High School.  Rev. Torigian is the author of a number of articles on the Huffington Post Religion page including “Between Childless and Childfree,” a reflection for Mother’s Day.  Rev. Torigian has also written various pieces for the United Church of Christ including for the New Sacred blog, the worship service for General Synod in 2015, and the UCC Daily Devotional.  Her essay “Always the Pastor, Never the Bride” was published in the book There’s a Woman in the Pulpit and her essay "Worshiping in the Gaps: Developing Unique Worship Services" in the book Sacred Habits: Rise of the Creative Clergy. She has also written pieces for the 2017 book A Child Laughs.  Rev. Torigian regularly posts her musings on current events, justice issues, pop culture, and theology at www.michelletorigian.com.  

Tristan Frampton 

Music Director

Tristan Frampton is a music professor and director of music activities at the University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy in St. Louis, where he conducts multiple vocal and instrumental ensembles and teaches music-related coursework.  An active musician, he has enjoyed singing Renaissance music with both Pro-Arte St. Louis and Vox Fidentium, and repeatedly been invited as a tenor soloist with the Rolla Choral Arts Society.  He has served as a music director for the Ozark Actors Theatre, and been invited to guest conduct musical theatre performances for Fine Linen Drama.  In addition to singing and conducting, Tristan also composes music.  His compositions have been premiered both in the United States and abroad.  Tristan studied music performance and conducting at Truman State University and the University of Arizona, and holds a Ph.D. in music education from the University of Missouri.  When he is not teaching, making music, or composing, Tristan enjoys spending time with his wife, Sarah, and their two sons.  

Sherry Wilhelm 

Office Manager

I grew up in the Belleville area and now live in Mascoutah with my husband of 22 years, Doug. We have two children who are both attending college. I love animals and have two dogs, three cats, and a fish. For fun, I attend music festivals and concerts. I also love plants and flowers and enjoy spending time on my patio.

Kathy Buehler

Bookkeeper

I am married to my husband Rob of 47 years.  We have two children and three grandchildren.  My prior employment consisted of 36 years in the banking industry.  I enjoy spending time with family and doing crafts.

Mary Blaies

Support Staff

I grew up in Belleville and have lived in the village of Freeburg for the past 30 years with my husband Mike. We have three adult children and three grandchildren in the local area.  I am excited to join this team and contribute any way I can.  I enjoy music and spending time with family and friends.

Pat Kinney

Facility Manager

I am proud to be a part of the team at St. Paul. Besides the joy of working with a talented group of people in a Christ-like environment, I love spending time with family and being outdoors. I pray that I may contribute something to St. Paul and the community daily.

Evan Wilhelm

Support Staff

Evan is a recent graduate of Mascoutah High School and attends classes at SWIC.  When Evan isn't at work or school, he enjoys playing board games with his friends.