Rev. Creighton Friedrich
Rector (lead pastor)
I’ve had the joy of serving as New Song’s pastor since May 2020. Previously I’ve served as Curate (assisting pastor) at St Peter & St Paul’s in Ottawa and Christ Church in Plano, Texas. I’m a graduate of Moody Bible Institute (BA, MA) in Chicago. My wife Rachel and I enjoy eclectic music, domestic zoo-keeping, reading, podcasts, various sci-fi and comic book franchises and a good cup of coffee with friends old and new. Connect with Creighton.
Jeff Garriock
Rector’s Warden & Interim Treasurer
Mike Tweedle
People’s Warden
Mike is a sinner, but he is learning to accept God’s grace and mercy. Born into an Anglican family, I’ve had the benefit of attending many Anglican churches as he has lived in Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto and Barrie, with a couple of repeats in between. I am married to Monika, my wife of nearly 50 years, and we have five adult children and two grandchildren. I have a passion for Gospel mission and I currently serve as the National Director of the Anglican Relief and Development Fund Canada. I’m a lifelong learner of the Bible (some might say a slow learner) who wants to see others at New Song grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Connect with Mike.
Ministry Staff
Rev. Matt Usherwood
Curate (assisting pastor)
Matt has been involved in church ministry for nearly a decade, serving in various roles. Matt was ordained in 2023 in the Anglican Diocese of Canada (ADOC). Before coming to New Song, he served as a Ministry Intern at Church of the Messiah (Ottawa, ON). He is a graduate from Ryle Theological Seminary (Ottawa, ON). Matt has a strong desire to see people come to know Jesus as their Lord and Saviour, and discipleship. He is happily married to Amy and they are proud parents of their son.
Ministry Advisory Board
Susan Brown – Worship Coordinator
Suzanne Garriock – Outreach & Family Ministry Coordinator
Nathan Graham – Property Steward
Susan O’Riordan – Parish Family Care
Jake Rempel – Property Steward
New Song Church is a parish of the Anglican Network in Canada. You can learn more about our diocesan leadership here.