Welcome to Elizabeth Lutheran Church! Pastor Becky Hand has a heart for sharing the love and
grace of Jesus Christ and helping people feel at home in the church - whether they have been
lifelong Christians, are returning to church, or are simply looking for a place to belong.
Pastor Becky brings a unique background in education, science, and ministry. Before becoming a full-time pastor, she spent approximately 15 years teaching college biology after earning a Master
of Science from Texas Tech University. As God led her into pastoral ministry, she continued her
education and earned a Master of Divinity, and a Doctorate in ministry from the Institute of Lutheran Theology.
Her journey into ministry began in West Texas when she was asked to lead a Bible study for a
small group of Christians in Odessa. That simple gathering grew into Life in Grace Lutheran
Church, where Pastor Becky was called to serve as pastor. She later served Lutheran
congregations in Odessa and Midland before being called to serve the Elizabeth Lutheran Church
family in Caldwell.
Pastor Becky has also served the wider Lutheran Church through Lutheran Congregations in
Mission for Christ (LCMC), the Augustana District, and the Institute of Lutheran Theology.
Pastor Becky and her husband, Robert, have three children and five grandchildren. Her love for
family, teaching, and people is evident in her ministry. She enjoys helping others understand
God's Word, grow in their relationship with Christ, and discover how God can use them to make a
difference in the lives of others.
Most importantly, Pastor Becky wants people to know that there is a place for you here. You
don't have to have everything figured out before coming to church. Come as you are, worship with
us, ask questions, meet some new friends, and discover the hope and grace we have in Jesus
Christ.
We would love to welcome you to Elizabeth Lutheran Church and have you become part

of our church family.