Pastor Jerry and Cindy have been ministering in the Portland area since 1988.  Their journey serving Christ has brought them to the point of serving God at Connection Ministries by taking Mark 12:30-31 at heart, loving God and loving people--no matter what the cost. In addition to ministering at the church and leading our Women's ministry, Cindy works for a local architectural and engineering firm where she is a Project Construction Specialist and ODOT certified inspector.  

Their Son, Michael Waggener serves with his wife, Shannon at Northwest Bible Training Center.  Michael is the Resident Director at their Portland campus.  They have a son, Peyton and daughter, Paisley.

Their daughter, Bethany Condit, is pastor of Children and Families here at Connection Ministries.  Her husband Ray works for Tri-Met and they have two daughters, Ava and Makenna.

Pastor Matthew works and lives in the Portland area. His wife, Tigist is a student at Portland State University.  Pastor Matthew began his youth ministry here at the church in January of 2010.

Pastor Matthew has a heart for reaching our young people for Christ and head's up our TnT Youth Ministries at the church.  Matthew's experience at World Harvest Bible College, and YWAM Germany brings strength and depth to his ministry to our young people.

Pastor Bethany and her husband Ray have two daughters, Ava and Makenna and live in Oregon City.  Ray works for Tri-Met of Portland. Pastor Bethany began her ministry here at the church in July of 2011.

Bethany's warm attitude and level head, forms a steady ministry to our children and young families.  We welcome the hospitality and help this family brings to our church family and depend on them to plan the future growth of our children's ministry!

Elders at Connection Ministries are appointed by Pastor Jerry.  He has chosen men and women of God who choose to count the cost and follow God.  These men and women raise their families and run their lives based on the Word of God.  Their daily devotion, daily walk, and support for the ministry through tithes and offerings and obedience to Jesus Christ provide the spiritual support that keeps the vision of Connection Ministries following Christ's desires for this body.  You can click on any of their pictures to get an email link.

Dan and Lorri have been with Connection Ministries since it's early beginnings in 2002. Long-time friends and supporters of Connection Ministries,Dan and Lorri bring their steady, loyal, God-inspired direction to the church.  Dan has his own business and Lorri works downtown Portland for a local credit union.  They have one son, Jason currently attending High School in the Beaverton Area.

Lindsay and Zena are business owners in the Portland area and support the vision and direction of Connection Ministries. Lindsay and Zena's careful study and sharing of the Word of God brings life to Connection Ministries.  They have two children, Lathan and Kristen.  

Lathan is currently serving as a drill sergeant in the Army with his wife, Nicole and son, Lathaniel. They are stationed in Columbia, SC.  

Their daughter, Kristen and her husband Michael live in Philadelphia, PA where he is a student at Drexel University and she is an asst. volleyball coach at the University of  Pennsylvania.

John and Thérèse live and work in the Milwaukie/Portland area. Long-time residents and members of Connection Ministries, their love and support is felt by all.  They have a heart for worship and speak with encouraging and prophetic words.  Their youngest son, Eli is in the Navy, and their four other adult children live and work in Oregon and Arizona.  They are also blessed with 3 grandchildren.