Rev. Gigi Siekkinen
Gigi is an ordained elder in the Oregon-Idaho Conference of the United Methodist Church. She is excited about the future of church as new generations explore what it means to live as disciples of Christ in the 21st century.
Her ministry is rooted in compassion, and she enjoys helping others grow in compassion.
Gigi believes persons of faith have a vital role to play in caring for creation and addressing climate change. She recently completed her first permaculture design certificate through Oregon State University.
Gigi volunteers with the Willow Creek Community Garden, Joyful Noise Music Academy, and the Interfaith Network of Central Oregon. Gigi and husband Jim have three adult children. Walking her dog, Theo, is a daily spiritual practice.
Pastor, Madras UMC
Rev. Jill Plant
Jill is an ordained deacon in the Oregon-Idaho Conference of the United Methodist Church. She is appointed to Open Sky Ministries in Central Oregon which includes Madras UMC, Bend UMC, Storydwelling, and John Day UMC.
Her specialities include music education and early childhood education. Jill is the director of Joyful Noise Music Academy and the music director for Madras UMC.
Jill and husband Gary have three adult children. Jill enjoys running, reading, and good coffee!
Director of Music and Joyful Noise Music Academy
Christopher Jones
Chris has a gift for organization and graphic design. He keeps our church office humming smoothly and is responsible for our weekly communications.
Chris has a background in social work and enjoys connecting with people in the office or by phone.
He is a serious movie buff and a devoted Charlie’s Angels fan.
Office Manager
Mariana Frutos
Mariana works behind the scenes to keep our church building clean and safe. She is a person of deep faith and prayer. We are blessed to have her on staff.
Custodian
Andrés Rodriguez
Andrés accompanies our music team on piano during our worship services. He is also a guitar instructor for Joyful Noise Music Academy.
Andrés is a composer, and he teaches music at Warm Springs K-8. We are grateful for his musical gifts.
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