Student Ministry

Elevate is the student ministry at Countryside Christian Church, reaching 6th-12th grade students in the grater Salem-Keizer area. We are committed to helping students know and follow Jesus, striving to elevate our relationships towards Jesus as we learn more about Him through games, interactions, teaching, singing, and small groups.


Elevate primarily meets on

Sunday at 11:00 in the Student Center &

Wednesdays at 6:00pm in the Student Center.


We will also have special events throughout the year including retreats, camps, and fun events.



*If you have any further questions, email Pastor Steve at steve@countrysidechristianchurch.org

Summer Camp 2022 // RISe

August 13-18

Riverview Bible Camp

Cusick, WA

Summer Camp 2022! This is going to be our biggest and best camp yet! Located at Riverview Bible Camp in Eastern Washington, camp will be loaded with big group games, tons of activities for everyone, boating, great bible teaching and worship, and so much more! $100 deposit required for student registration.


Camp is full at this time. CLICK HERE to join the waitlist

Our Leader team

  • Pastor Steve Plett

    Elevate Youth Pastor & Boys Small Group Leader

  • Chad Christensen

    Elevate Worship Leader & Boys Small Group Leader

  • Reesa Peterson

    Elevate Girls Small Group Leader

  • Jason Peterson

    Elevate Leader

  • Keren Luna

    Elevate Leader

  • Tiffany Lord

    Elevate Leader