The Papps
Transforming Lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ
Serving communities in Brazil and around the world.
our mission
Our Vision
Our mission is to glorify God by advancing His kingdom and serving communities in need. Through church planting and community support, we aim to bring hope and transformation.
what we do
Our Mission
Serve Communities
We are committed to serving communities in need by providing both spiritual and practical support. Through church planting and social projects, we work to bring hope and assistance to the most vulnerable.
Glorify God
Our primary goal is to glorify God by advancing His kingdom through our actions and initiatives. We strive to fulfill His will in everything we do.
Transform Lives
We believe in the transformative power of the gospel. Our initiatives aim not only to meet immediate needs but also to promote lasting change that transforms lives and entire communities.
church
Mission & beliefs
“The advancement of God's Kingdom in the world is the greatest expression of divine love and mercy, revealed through the preaching of the gospel.”
Jonathan Edwards
About The Papps
Who We Are
Eric and Suzana Papp are dedicated missionaries living in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Their vision is to see lives changed and nations impacted by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. They serve the most vulnerable through the planting of gospel-centered churches.
Eric and Suzana Papp
Missionaries with Karis Church
what we do
How we Serve
We work on multiple fronts to fulfill our mission, from church planting and spiritual support to social projects that provide education, healthcare, and community development. Each initiative is gospel-centered and aims to transform lives and entire communities.
Missions Trips
Organizing and participating in Missions Trips to spread the gospel and provide aid to communities in need.
Child Discipleship
Establishing and maintaining a library to provide educational resources and support for vulnerable children.
Hosting Short-term
Providing support and accommodation for short-term missionaries who come to serve in Brazil.
our goals
Connecting People to Jesus and Each Other
As missionaries with Karis Church, the Papps are dedicated to connecting people to Jesus and to each other. We believe in Jesus and are a church that loves God and people. Overwhelmed by the gift of salvation we have found in Jesus, we are committed to authentic worship and passionate about the local church. Our mission is to see God’s Kingdom established across the earth, bringing hope and transformation to communities around the world. With hearts focused on the gospel and a passion for service, we are committed to expanding God’s Kingdom and impacting lives with the love of Christ.
Eric, is also actively involved with Restore Brazil. This organization focuses on church planting, pastoral training, and mercy ministry in Brazil. Through Restore Brazil, over 40 churches have been planted, and numerous pastors have been trained and equipped to lead their congregations. The Papps’ involvement with Restore Brazil aligns with their commitment to seeing God’s Kingdom grow and bringing hope to communities in need. They work to advance the gospel and support under-resourced communities, both in Brazil and beyond, including initiatives in Mozambique