St. Elizabeth Church
Welcome to St. Elizabeth Church
United in Spirit
St. Elizabeth's Church is a Roman Catholic Parish serving Elizabeth, Minnesota and surrounding area. We are a community of brothers and sisters consecrated in baptism by the Holy Spirit and empowered in Confirmation to be witnesses to Jesus in the world with our lives.
Annual events
Pork Out - August 23, 2026
Turkey Bingo - November 7, 2026
Holiday Expo - November 21, 2026
Christian Men's Club Pancake Breakfast - April
Parish Council Members
Wanda Zimmerman (Secretary)
Mike Rengel
Bill Riestenberg (Trustee)
Catherine Wilde (Trustee)
Walter Paler
Diane (Dini) Schauff

Pork Out 2025
Thank you to all that attended our Pork Out. It wasn’t the nicest of days but was good overall. Special thanks to all the workers for all the help and willingness to go with the flow. You all made it a great day for everyone.
Click here to view the list of raffle winners!
Register with our Parish
New to the area or just visiting?
We would be thrilled to welcome you to our church community! Join us for a Mass to experience the warmth of our congregation and learn about our parish and activities. If interested, you can easily register through the link below. We look forward to getting to know you!

Pastoral Column
A Message From Father Lucho
Dear Members of the Pelican Valley ACC,
We congratulate the young people (and their families) from our three parishes confirmed in the Catholic faith this past Wednesday at OLV. It was a joyful celebration; may the Holy Spirit continue to be their advocate and guide! Thanks to their catechists, sponsors, mentors, teachers and all who have supported them on their journey to Confirmation.
Father Tim Wenzel will be celebrating his 60th Anniversary of Ordination to the Priesthood in June of this year. The Pelican Valley Catholic Community will host a celebration of this milestone at Our Lady of Victory on Saturday, June 13 and Sunday, June 14. Father Tim will be present and will preach at all the Masses. A reception will be held after each Mass with a light meal following the 4:30 and 10:30 Masses, and coffee and rolls following the 8:30 Mass. Father Tim was an assistant priest at OLV from 1971-1974 and pastor from 1980-1985. In his retirement Father Tim has often come to help us out on weekends and it is a privilege to join him in thanking God for all the blessings of his priesthood. He has told me he is happy to continue helping out as long as he is able. Father Tim's sister, Anne Bratton, and her family are members at OLV. Congratulations Father Tim!
More Easter blessings, Father Alan
Estimados miembros del ACC de Pelican Valley:
Felicitamos a los jóvenes (y a sus familias) de nuestras tres parroquias que fueron confirmados en la fe católica el pasado miércoles en OLV. Fue una celebración gozosa; ¡que el Espíritu Santo continúe siendo su defensor y guía! Gracias a sus catequistas, padrinos, mentores, maestros y a todos aquellos que los han apoyado en su camino hacia la Confirmación.
El Padre Tim Wenzel celebrará su 60.º aniversario de ordenación sacerdotal en junio de este año. La Comunidad Católica de Pelican Valley organizará una celebración de este hito en la iglesia Our Lady of Victory (OLV) los días sábado 13 y domingo 14 de junio. El Padre Tim estará presente y predicará en todas las Misas. Se ofrecerá una recepción después de cada Misa: se servirá una comida ligera tras las Misas de las 4:30 y las 10:30, y café con panecillos tras la Misa de las 8:30. El Padre Tim sirvió como sacerdote asistente en OLV entre 1971 y 1974, y como párroco entre 1980 y 1985. Durante su retiro, el Padre Tim ha venido a menudo para ayudarnos los fines de semana, y es un privilegio unirnos a él para dar gracias a Dios por todas las bendiciones de su sacerdocio. Me ha comentado que se siente feliz de seguir colaborando mientras sus fuerzas se lo permitan. La hermana del Padre Tim, Anne Bratton, y su familia son miembros de la comunidad de OLV. ¡Felicidades, Padre Tim!
Más bendiciones de Pascua, Padre Alan
The Journey
Pelican Valley ACC Newsletter
April 2026 Edition
In this Easter issue, our Pelican Valley Catholic Community celebrates powerful moments of faith, renewal, and community life. You’ll meet this year’s inspiring group of catechumens and candidates entering the Church, and read Father Alan’s joyful reflection on the growing movement of hearts returning to God.
This edition also brings stories that stir the soul—from a moving witness of prayer outside the Moorhead abortion center to a behind‑the‑scenes look at the humble men who make our Lenten Fish Fries possible. You’ll find updates on baptisms and new ACC families, a thoughtful reflection on feeding the hungry, and a beautiful teaching piece on the sacred meaning behind the three steps leading to the sanctuary.
Plus, enjoy snapshots of parish life, upcoming events, and a look back at fascinating pieces of local Catholic history. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, connection, or simply a smile, this month’s newsletter offers something meaningful for every reader.
Edición de Abril de 2026
En esta edición de Pascua, nuestra Comunidad Católica del Valle Pelican celebra momentos profundos de fe, renovación y vida comunitaria. Conocerás al inspirador grupo de catecúmenos y candidatos que ingresan a la Iglesia este año, y podrás leer la alegre reflexión del Padre Alan sobre el creciente movimiento de corazones que regresan a Dios.
También encontrarás historias que tocan el alma: desde un conmovedor testimonio de oración frente al centro de abortos en Moorhead, hasta una mirada detrás de escena a los hombres que, con humildad, hacen posible nuestras cenas de pescado durante la Cuaresma. Incluimos además actualizaciones sobre bautismos y nuevos miembros del ACC, una reflexión sobre alimentar al hambriento, y una hermosa enseñanza sobre el significado sagrado de los tres escalones que conducen al santuario.
Disfrutarás también de momentos de vida parroquial, próximos eventos y un vistazo a fascinantes fragmentos de la historia católica local. Ya sea que busques inspiración, conexión o simplemente una sonrisa, este boletín ofrece algo significativo para cada lector.
St. Elizabeth's Church
706 W. Pleasant Ave.
Elizabeth, MN 56533-9998
218-736-5230
carriewedll@yahoo.com
Mass time
Sunday 8:30 a.m.
Reconciliation
As requested


Office contact
Carrie Wedll
218-731-5304
carriewedll@yahoo.com
Faith Formation/
Youth Ministry
Allison Neulieb
218-770-6545
allison@ffolvchurch.org





