Robert "Paul" Klepees was born and raised in rural northwest Missouri. After high school he worked as a farm hand through nursing school where he met Hamilton, MO native Margaret "Margie" Ohlberg. The two were married in August of 2011. They are raising four kiddos, Gibson Dennis, Ezra Owen, Maverick Jaxon, and Spencer Margaret.

Prior to answering the call to full time ministry Paul worked full time as a RN Care Manager in a Critical Access Hospital and as a part-time pastor. He is currently attending Saint Paul School of Theology seeking a Master’s in Divinity. He is passionate about Rural churches, is excited about connecting people of all ages, walks of life and backgrounds to the living God through preaching, teaching and relationship. “The Pleasant Grove family is a continued blessing in our lives. Together we walk, striving to grow deeper in our relationship with Jesus. This community strives to make you feel at home the moment you walk in the door because… you’re already family”