Jenny Elliot
Lead Pastor
Welcome!
I started here at Friendly Street as the Associate Pastor in September 2013 and began to serve as Lead Pastor in June 2021. I was raised in the small city of St. Helens, OR, moving to Portland to pursue my B. A. in Religion & Christian Ministries from Warner Pacific University, and then a Master of Divinity, with a Professional Distinction in Preaching, from Anderson University in Anderson, IN. I also am an Ordained Minister through the Churches of God (Anderson, IN).
I’m happily married to my best friend, artist, and carpenter Nathan (Nate) Elliot. We live in Eugene with our daughters, ages 3 and 1. I’m passionate about preaching, teaching, learning, and listening.
I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, leading retreats and workshops, cooking, camping, the outdoors, Zumba, music, and films. Going on road trips is one of my favorite things.
And any day I have the opportunity to eat potatoes in a fried form (have you had Dickie Jo's fry sauce?!), or have a piece of the pie of the month from Sweet Life (Black Bottom Coconut Cream Pie) is a good day! I look forward to meeting you!
I started here at Friendly Street as the Associate Pastor in September 2013 and began to serve as Lead Pastor in June 2021. I was raised in the small city of St. Helens, OR, moving to Portland to pursue my B. A. in Religion & Christian Ministries from Warner Pacific University, and then a Master of Divinity, with a Professional Distinction in Preaching, from Anderson University in Anderson, IN. I also am an Ordained Minister through the Churches of God (Anderson, IN).
I’m happily married to my best friend, artist, and carpenter Nathan (Nate) Elliot. We live in Eugene with our daughters, ages 3 and 1. I’m passionate about preaching, teaching, learning, and listening.
I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, leading retreats and workshops, cooking, camping, the outdoors, Zumba, music, and films. Going on road trips is one of my favorite things.
And any day I have the opportunity to eat potatoes in a fried form (have you had Dickie Jo's fry sauce?!), or have a piece of the pie of the month from Sweet Life (Black Bottom Coconut Cream Pie) is a good day! I look forward to meeting you!
Now Hiring
Worship Pastor
Classification: 5-7 hours weekly. Part-time Employment.
Position Description:
· To fulfill the specific job function in the area of Music Ministry/Worship Arts in a manner that is consistent with the values, beliefs, and vision of the FSCOG.
· To serve as a direct report to the Lead Pastor in all areas of duty.
· To serve as a member of the FSCOG ministerial staff, working in harmony with the ministry team, participating in pastoral leadership meetings, and serving as needed to provide support for church ministries and activities.
General Duties Worship Ministry:
· Be responsible for the Worship Program of the church.
· Appoint all musicians necessary for the Worship Program of the church, including overseeing those currently serving on the Worship Team.
· Coordinate and administer the Worship Team schedule.
· E-mail the Worship Team the upcoming Order of Worship for each Sunday’s service.
· Prepare worship folders each week with printed music, utilizing the provided subscription database and church music resources.
· Prepare a weekly PowerPoint for Sunday Worship set.
· Lead the Worship Team practice weekly.
· Lead the congregation in worship each Sunday. This includes introducing the service, leading approximately six worship songs, and following the promptings of the Holy Spirit (leading prayer between songs, sharing a Bible passage).
· Attend quarterly Leadership Team Meetings as the Chairperson of the Worship Team, and bi-monthly one-hour-long staff meetings for fellowship, short-term, and long-term planning.
· Be accountable to the Lead Pastor, Board of Elders, and Board of Trustees.
· Receive compensation on the 5th and 20th of each month.
Applicant Requirements:
· Demonstration of a mature level of Christian faith as espoused in a lifestyle in Holy Scriptures consistent with Friendly Street Church of God and the General Assembly of the Church of God, Anderson, IN, belief and practice.
· Demonstrated expertise and experience consistent with the aspirations of the position in a manner that is likely to promote the success of the position as designed.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Demonstrated experience with Music Ministry or Worship Arts in concept and experience.
· Ability to lead worship services confidently while playing the piano and/or guitar.
To Apply: To be considered for this position, please submit your resume to Lead Pastor Jenny Elliot at officemanager@friendlystreetchurch.org with “Worship Pastor” in the email subject line. We look forward to hearing from you.
Susan Fredericksen
Church Liaison
Susan Fredericksen was born and raised in Oregon. After bouncing around the country after college, she moved back and found her church home at Friendly Street. She is a self-published author who works in accounting "in her spare time". She has been helping out with administrative tasks, and church communications-- newsletters and social media updates.