Leadership

The perfect demonstration of this was Jesus who gave up His very life for His followers. At Creekside we seek to follow His example. Our leadership exists to serve the church by humbly putting others in the congregation above themselves in hopes that all will live out their unique calling to glorify God.

PASTORS/ELDERS

Our pastors/elders are responsible for helping the church go in God's direction.

Matt Conniry | Interim Pastor

Matt Conniry is married to Ashley Conniry and they have one son, Rogan. He is a graduate of George Fox University in Newberg and the Portland Seminary in Portland. He is currently attending Western Seminary in Portland to receive his Ph.D. in Intercultural Education. Matt grew up in southern California and enjoys basketball, board games, and building computers.

Thujee Lhendup | Operations

Thujee, who celebrates ten years of marriage to Ruth this year, are the proud parents of James and Lilly. Thujee went to law school in Mississippi, he is currently employed by the Oregon Judicial Department. Thujee loves traveling, particularly to foreign destinations, and listening to audio books.

gRAHAM LUHN

Graham grew up in SW Washington. He moved to Oregon in 2012 for a job at the Aurora State Airport and began attending Creekside Bible Church. He has served in numerous ways, including playing on the worship team, towing the church trailers, setting up and tearing down, and tending to the church property. He lives in Wilsonville with his wife, Naomi, and son, Oliver.

MINISTRY TEAM LEADERS

Our team leaders lead volunteers in the different ministries of the church.

Annette Kendall | Outreach

Annette has been married to Marlin for 18 years and has two children, Faye and Archer. She is a graduate of George Fox University and Portland Bible College and grew up in Clackamas County. Professionally, Annette works in wealth management and private banking. Annette serves on the board of the Willamette Falls Trust and as an advisory board member to North Pole Studios. In her free time, she enjoys being outside in all seasons- hiking, skiing, dirt bike riding, camping and fishing.

Ashley Conniry | Prayer

Ashley is married to Matt and they have a son, Rogan. Ashley grew up in Wilsonville and has been attending Creekside for over 20 years. She is passionate about the Bible and praying with/for others. She loves to serve and to help others grow in their faith. She also loves art, music and being outside in God's beautiful creation.

Daniel Wood | Music

Daniel is married to Claudia and they have a son, Roran. Daniel grew up in Mississippi and then the Coos Bay Area. He graduated from Oregon State University and is a Flight Test Engineer. He enjoys music, aviation, and video games.

JUDE CRANE | MEDIA

Jude has been a member of Creekside since high school, and currently overseas the livestream video. He went to Willamette Valley Christian School and graduated in 2020. Jude is one of five siblings, all of whom live in Salem. He plans to devote himself to the Creekside Ministry Team and grow closer with the church as he grows closer to God.

Naomi Luhn | Kids

Naomi has attended Creekside since 2007. She has been married to Graham for 7 years and they have a son, Ollie, age 2. Naomi grew up in Tualatin, OR, and graduated with a double B.A. in Communications and English Writing from Whitworth University in Spokane, WA. She works in the Portland-Metro area as an event and sports photographer. She enjoys adventures, coffee, making art, and laughing with friends.

NATALIE COHEN | FINANCE

Natalie is married to her high school sweetheart, Neil. They began attending Creekside shortly after getting married in 2012 and moving to Wilsonville. They have two children, Maddie and Henry, along with their dog Charlie. She is a graduate of Seattle Pacific University, where she majored in Accounting and International Business. Natalie works as a licensed CPA focusing on tax advisory for small businesses and individuals. When not working, Natalie loves traveling, camping, biking, and reading.