Meet the Board

The Kingdom Hearts Board is served by women seeking to use their gifts and talents for the glory of God. Each woman sacrifices her time as a volunteer and steward of the ministry.

Heather Hess

Executive Director, Treasurer & Website Coordinator

“And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” Micah 6:8

Heather has long leaned on this verse to fuel a passion for helping women of all ages strengthen their relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ and in doing so, realize the essential part they play in His kingdom. Previously serving as Treasure and Social Media Coordinator of Kingdom Hearts, she now serves the women of Long Island as Kingdom Heart’s Executive Director, Treasurer & Website Coordinator.

In addition to running her own successful business-consulting company, she handles the office and bookkeeping responsibilities of an international non-profit organization focused on autonomic nervous system disorders.

Heather and her husband Paul are in their 25th year of marriage and have four children ranging in age from 15 through 21.  She is an active leader and participant in the women’s and worship ministries of her local church and she regularly enjoys spending time outdoors running and exercising her two German Shepherds. When the busyness of a day winds down, you’ll find Heather enjoying coffee with friends, spending time at the beach or watching a movie with family (and a pint of mint chocolate chip ice cream 😉 .

                      

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Dana Saraniero

President

Given a vision for the women of Long Island, joining together with hands raised in worship of our Lord, Dana is thrilled to be part the mission that began over 15 years ago with Kingdom Hearts. It was decision bathed in prayer by the entire Kingdom Hearts 2015-2016 board, and answered clearly by the Lord.  She feels privileged and humbled to partner with a team of gifted Godly women eager to see Kingdom Hearts serve as place for women to feel God’s presence and love for them, encounter the Holy Spirit, refresh their soul, and excite them about being a Jesus girl.

Dana is a licensed physical therapist assistant, Certified biblical life coach, and works as an administrative assistant at a local college prep school. As an aspiring writer, occasional speaker, she finds nothing quite as rewarding as seeing the light of Christ and His truth take root in a heart. However, her greatest joys are found in her family. Whether it’s soccer, baseball, golf, piano, flying lessons, or Civil Air Patrol, you will find her either driving, cheering or praying for a safe landing!  Married for 24 years to her husband Steven, there is still no one who makes her laugh like her husband.

Regina Cestari

Vice President & Venue Coordinator

Regina is incredibly thankful and humbled to be a part of this amazing ministry with such Christ-centered women who encourage and challenge her to be all that He has created her to be. She is thanking the Lord in advance for ALL He WILL do again this year for the women of Long Island as they come to know Him and live for Him!

She is blessed to be married to her husband, Anthony, for 25 years. They have served together for a number of years as youth leaders and have been blessed by God’s grace and mercy in and through them. They have four amazing children ranging from 14 to 23 years old. God has gifted Regina with a wonderful career as a Speech Language Pathologist working for Eastern Suffolk BOCES. She works with students with special needs, mainly individuals living with Autism. She absolutely loves what she does! She also enjoys serving, running, going to the beach and vacationing with her family. Her life verse  is Proverbs 3:5-6, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight.” She lives by three simple words, “TRUST, LOVE, and PRAY!

Jocelyn Hutzler

Secretary and Volunteer Coordinator

Though it is hard to pick just one, Jocelyn’s favorite Bible verse of all time is Romans 8:28, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purposes.” This verse has been a framework for her trust and faith in God through all of life’s hills and valleys. Jocelyn finds hope in God’s amazing grace and His ultimate loving sacrifice found in the redemptive work of Christ’s death on the cross and the power of His resurrection. She believes there is no one who has strayed so far that they are out of the reach of His grace, love and the transforming work of His redemption. Her desire is for others to know and share in this hope.

Jocelyn is a native Long Islander. She has been married to her husband, Rob, since 1991 and together they have three daughters and one son. Jocelyn and her family attend Island Christian Church (East Northport campus) and serve on various ministries there. Jocelyn has also served as a part-time employee at her church since 1995.

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Vendor and Sponsor Coordinator

Eve has been a passionate supporter of Kingdom Hearts and it’s ministry to women since she attended her first conference a number of years ago. She feels privileged to have witnessed first hand how the songs, the Scriptures and the amazing guest speakers fueled her faith along with hundreds of other women from Long Island. Encouraged by past and present board members whom she calls friends, Eve knew it would be an honor to serve alongside this talented group of women.

Eve is a graduate of St. Joseph’s College and is a fitness instructor. Currently, she works with a Long Island Pool Builder as an expeditor. She has been married to her husband, Gary, for 24 years and they enjoy raising their twin teenagers together. You can usually find Eve swimming, biking or running around Long Island, training for her next race or just cheering on others with great enthusiasm.

Stay In Touch

Contact us:

Call: (631) 606-0204
Email: contact@kingdomhearts.us