Meet Pastor Beth

Hi, I’m Rev. Beth Estock, and I’m so glad you’ve found your way here. After 25 years of a love affair with this extraordinary valley, I’m thrilled to be back in Joseph — not just for a visit this time, but to serve this vibrant, open-hearted church and community.

My connection to this place began with family vacations to Wallowa Lake United Methodist Church Camp, which eventually led to a summer role as the family camp program director when our daughters were young. Every year since, we’ve made our pilgrimage back to this sacred landscape — our spiritual home. Now, it’s my joy and calling to be part of the everyday life of Joseph United Methodist Church, a community that welcomes all and strives to live love in action.

For over 35 years, I’ve served churches in rural, urban, and suburban settings. Along the way, I’ve discovered that my deepest passion is helping people step into their full aliveness as leaders — in their communities, relationships, and spiritual journeys. I’m a Master Certified Integral Coach, an innovation consultant, and a certified meditative yoga instructor, and I bring all of those threads into the fabric of my ministry here.

I couldn’t do this without my beloved husband Jeff Petrillo, whose work in affordable housing has shaped his own calling to justice and compassion. Our daughters, Hannah and Sarah, continue to inspire me: Hannah combines her passion for global travel and public health as a volunteer for Mobile Medics International, and Sarah is most at home kayaking on a fast-flowing river, or guiding students at the University of Puget Sound on outdoor adventures.

If you’re looking for a church that’s grounded in love, open to your questions, and committed to serving the world — we’d love to welcome you. I’m always up for coffee, a walk-and-talk, or a deep conversation by the lake.