Pastor Elizabeth Gallen

(She/her)

I began serving New Journey Lutheran Church in March 2021, my first call as an ordained minister. I was drawn to New Journey’s commitment to serving their neighbors, especially their impressive Community Food Pack, their spirit of gentleness and expansive welcome.

I grew up in Glendale, Arizona; I completed my undergraduate studies at California Lutheran University and my seminary formation at Luther Seminary in Saint Paul, MN. Prior to arriving at New Journey Lutheran Church, I served as a Youth and Family Ministry Leader for four years in an ELCA congregation in Southern California.

I share life with my husband, Stephen, our two kids, Amelia and Oliver, and two dogs, Bear and Lucy. Alongside pastoring and parenting, I find great joy in the arts (theatre, concerts, museums), digging in the garden, a strong cup of coffee, and meals shared around the table with family and friends.