Pastor Elizabeth Gallen

(She/her)

On August 17, Pastor Beth Gallen’s call to serve as pastor at New Journey Lutheran Church came to its conclusion. As a congregation, we give thanks for her faithful leadership, compassionate spirit, and the many ways she has guided and inspired us during her time here.    

We send Pastor Beth, along with her family, off with our deepest gratitude and heartfelt prayers as she embarks on a new chapter—serving as Campus Pastor at California Lutheran University. We celebrate this exciting opportunity for her and know she will continue to be a blessing to the wider church.   

While this is a time of transition for our congregation, we move forward with assurance and hope, confident in God’s steadfast presence and leadership. God has walked with us every step of the way, and we trust that God will continue to guide us as we discern what comes next in our shared journey of faith.    

We invite you to keep Pastor Beth and her family, as well as our community, in your prayers during this time of change—and to walk with us in hope and trust for the future God is unfolding.