Staff

Pastor Bethany Hull Somers is Grace Lutheran Church’s pastor. Pastor Bethany received her Bachelor degree from the University of Washington in Seattle and her Master of Divinity from Duke Divinity School. She has been in ministry in various capacities since 2004. After growing up and living most of her life in the Pacific Northwest, she marvels at the Texas sun and stops to stare at every agave and prickly pear she sees. Come to Grace to hear her passionate proclamation of God’s wide, radical welcome.

Martha Goodson-Noblett is a lifelong member of Grace Lutheran Church. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio in Music Education. Martha curates music for worship, conducts our choir, bell choir and worship team. As a former elementary music teacher, Martha excels at drawing in people of all ages into the worship experience. Martha's grace and kindness exude in everything she does - as a worship leader, choir director, mom, grandma, competitve puzzler and more.

Mark Tezel is a third generation member of Grace. He has been active in parish education, youth ministry, and worship planning for over 40 years. Mark graduated from Texas Lutheran College with B.A. in Theology, and attended Lutheran Seminary Program in the Southwest for two years. Mark volunteers his time as a lay worship leader at Grace. Mark is retired from the National Park Service as a training coordinator. Mark and his wife Alicia have four children, each with their own partner, and 5 grandchildren.

Beverly is a force of nature who keeps our church running smoothly. Her friendly face and thick Boston accent are what greet you when you come to campus. Bev is is a retired police officer and brings the skills of community engagement and peace keeping to her role at Grace. As an Irish Catholic (hello, Boston!!) she is an active member of St. Mark's Catholic church where she is a lector and eucharistic minister. Bev is a proud mother and grandmother, a wonderful community member and a blessing to all.

Jane Haas, organist/piano accompanist, has been with Grace Lutheran for many years. A retired public school choir director, Jane now spends her time as a collaborative pianist at UTSA and other schools in the area. She has been Musical Director and actress at many theaters in San Antonio and New Braunfels. Jane's beautiful music and bright spirit are a blessing to us and we are so grateful for the gift of her.