Meet Our Minister

Minister Beth Kieffer serves as the shepherd of Grace Lutheran, leading with warmth, faith, and a welcoming spirit. Whether she is preparing a sermon, working on the bulletin, praying over requests, helping with the food pantry, sewing, supporting a spaghetti benefit, attending women’s Bible study, helping with the community meal or singing in the choir, Beth is an active and caring presence in the life of the congregation. She is quick to share a personal story, ready to listen to yours, and always seeks to lead by example with a smile on her face. And she truly enjoys visiting shut-ins and doing hospital visits.

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Minister Beth has faithfully led our congregation since 2024.

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Following her nursing career of 46 years, Beth felt God calling her to do more with her life. She enrolled in Diakonia classes or ‘Growing in Faith’ classes. These classes explore worship, the Old and New Testaments, what it means to be Lutheran and several other aspects of our faith. During the two years of ‘Growing in Faith’, Beth also enrolled in ‘SAM’ instruction (Synod Authorized Minister). Upon completion in 2024, Beth became the shepherd at Grace Lutheran where she now leads worship and presides over the sacraments.

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Minister Beth, or more formally known as Elizabeth Kieffer, originates from Galion, Ohio where she was raised by Paul & Rhonda (Seif) Hammond. She grew up the oldest of three daughters.

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All three siblings followed a beloved aunt’s career by becoming nurses which Beth found extremely gratifying.

Beth married her high school sweetheart, Jim, once she completed nursing school. Together they raised two wonderful sons, Paul & Michael.

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Jim & Beth are a strong team at Grace and we’re grateful that God led them to our congregation.