Steve Moore, executive director of the Murdock Trust, discusses the role faith-based organizations play in serving our community with Jan Elfers, the President of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon.

EMO is a statewide association of Christian denominations, congregations, ecumenical organizations and interfaith partners. Committed to mutual respect and understanding, EMO brings together diverse communities of faith to learn, serve and advocate for justice, peace and the integrity of creation where they serve more than 18,000 individuals throughout the year. 

A graduate of Lewis and Clark College, Jan went on to earn her Master’s at Marylhurst University. Prior to her current position overseeing the statewide nonprofit, she held multiple roles with EMO, starting her career with the organization in 2003. She has received numerous awards for her leadership and service and regularly serves on the board of directors of community-focused organizations.