Elders

Tremendous leadership is provided at Grace Church by way of our Elders. These men are gifted servants of God who each have a heart for the ministry of the local church, its people and the community it serves.

Each of the Elders at Grace has met the biblical qualifications of an elder. These are men of character and integrity who provide a living example in areas of spiritual life and church organizational commitment, as well as providing social, financial and marital leadership. Grace is pleased to introduce the following Elders at Grace Church.

 

 

(listed in alphabetical order)

  Doug Chiriboga

Doug and his wife, Susan have been a part of Grace Church for eight years. They are both physicians and practice family medicine and pediatrics respectively.  Doug is a small group leader in two of Grace’s small groups and has participated in a short-term missions trip to Ecuador.  Doug and Susan have four children – Kevin, Ryan, Alex and Jessica.  As a family, they enjoy hiking, sports activities and RV camping.

Shepherding Region
Glendora (91741) & Spanish Language Speakers

Contact
(626) 786-1079 
Email Doug

  Phil Cliffe

Phil Cliffe and his wife Lynette have been attending Grace since 2005. Their ministry involvement includes leading a small group and singing in the Adoration choir and worship team. Phil occasionally leads worship in the Adoration service. In addition to singing together, they also enjoy road trips. 

Shepherding Region
Glendora (91740)

Contact
(626) 914-2833 (home)
(626) 675-8576 (mobile)
Email Phil

Steve Gatson

Steve and his wife, Patty have been a part of Grace Church for 14 years.   In that time Steve has served as a greeter, assisted with communion, counted the offering, been a part of the hospitality team, facilitated a Sunday school class, and led a small group.  Steve and Patty have two grown children – Christine and Marilyn.  Steve enjoys spending time with his family, woodworking, construction, reading, golf, music, and being retired. 

Shepherding Region
Covina

Contact
(909) 596-4516 (home)
(909) 762-7601 (mobile)
Email Steve

Jim Hastings

Jim and his wife, Christine have been a part of Grace Church for 24 years.  In that time, Jim has been very involved in missions trips to both Ecuador and Africa.  He has also served as a Sunday school leader, held various roles in children’s ministries, and sports outreach.  Jim and Christine have three girls – Lauren, Erin, and Kate.  As a family, they enjoy off-road desert trips and traveling. 

Shepherding Region
Inland Empire

Contact
(909) 392-4945 (home)
(909) 969-0319 (mobile)
Email Jim

Bob Osborne

Bob Osborne and his wife Charlene have been attending Grace for 35 years. In that time, Bob has been involved in the worship ministry, served as an usher, led small groups, and served on the Elder board for 16 years. Bob has worked for the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department for 36 years. His hobby is football officiating, but his love is travel, especially in the US and Canadian national parks. He can be reached at (909) 593 – 2107.

Shepherding Region
La Verne & San Dimas

Contact
(909) 593-2107
Email Bob