Don Britton
Senior Pastor

Pastor Don Britton has been in ministry for over 50 years. He has held positions as a Youth Pastor, Marriage Pastor, Event Speaker, Men’s ministry Pastor, Evangelist, Bible Teacher/Small Group Leader, Senior Associate Pastor and interim Senior Pastor. Don is currently the Lead Pastor of Grace Community Church. Don has serviced as an Operations Manager at Pride Industries, a christen based 501(c)(3) nonprofit social enterprise, with a mission to create jobs for people with disabilities.

​Don is a military veteran and a retired Peace Officer. He retired from the California Department of Corrections at the rank of Lieutenant. He also served as a Peer Support Chaplin at the California Health Facility in Stockton, California.​

Don has been married to his wife, Venetia, for over forty-three years and they have two adult children, Ashlee and Spenser, and five grandchildren.
 

Arthur ollivant
​chairman of the board

​Arthur Ollivant has been a cherished member of the Grace Community Church family since 2014, where he actively serves in multiple capacities with a spirit of dedication and humility. Married to his wife Ruth since 2009, together they are blessed with two wonderful children and a dog, Aretha, Arnelle, and Neyo.

Professionally, Arthur works as a Business Development Officer, bringing over two decades of expertise in financial services. Yet beyond his career, his true passions shine through in his love for basketball and soccer, football and most importantly, in his joy of serving others. He continually seeks opportunities to contribute to the life of Grace Community Church and the wider community. 

Arthur is more than a seasoned professional—he is a compassionate storyteller and devoted community member. With a gift for words, he has crafted heartfelt tributes and eulogies that honor legacies with dignity and warmth, blending personal memories with professional polish. His writing reflects not only skill but also a deep appreciation for human connection and the importance of legacy. 

Outside of his career, Arthur is deeply engaged in community projects, event coordination, and initiatives that foster meaningful relationships. He is trusted for his empathy, reliability, and ability to bring people together—whether through honoring loved ones, supporting local causes, or mentoring the next generation. 

Arthur’s life and work are guided by a simple yet profound principle: to honor people, strengthen communities, and create solutions that endure. 

kevin van wetter
​​​VICE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

Kevin and his family have been attending Grace Community Church since 2011. He and his wife Eleanor met in Lathrop and married in 2003. They have three adult children - Eric, Josie, and Caleb.

Kevin thrives on the challenge of fixing anything that needs repair and is not afraid of getting his hands dirty, which is evident in both his work as a utility mechanic and his hobby as an avid automotive enthusiast. When he is with the worship team, you’ll see his love for music shine through as he plays his bass or guitar while worshiping the Lord. Kevin has a genuine heart for all people and truly enjoys chatting it up with anyone he runs into. One of his favorite verses is Romans 8:28.

Kevin and Eleanor both find joy in serving at Grace, but when they're not serving at church, you’ll most likely find them traveling in their fifth-wheel camping out, hiking, and admiring the Lord's beautiful creations while enjoying the simpler, yet wonderful blessings like some good, strong coffee and of course, anything chocolate!

​George Ehrhardt
​​SecretARY

​RICHARD PHIFER
​​​​board member

Rich Phifer has been married to his wife, Kathleen, for 44 Years. They have one adult child, Dr. Nicole Grady, and 3 Grandchildren. Rich was a National Account Manager at an Automotive Parts Importer for 50 Years specializing in Porsche Parts. He also named his 5 year old Dachshund Dr. Porsche. He served 6 years in the National Guard. He drives Toyota cars and trucks and has had 13 new ones in the last 50 years.

​He has been active in The Men's Ministry Cooking Various meals and active in the lifegroup.

Robert "Robbie" Bircher
​​​board member

Robbie has been attending Grace Community Church since 2018. He has been married to Joy since 2010, and they have two children. He is a mechanic by trade, but he enjoys camping, fishing, off-roading, and dirtbikes.

​Robbie and Joy host the Young Adult Bible study in their home and enjoys serving at Grace in any way possible.

​Brian Tyler
​​board member

Brian has been working as a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant since 2007, the first three years was in a Skilled Nursing Facility and then in an Outpatient Physical Therapy Clinic since December of 2010. He also holds multiple certifications and credentials in Physical Therapy through continuing education courses. He has a passion for his work and helping the patients he treats recover from their injuries, surgeries, and ailments.

​Brian has been married to his wife, Joenah, whom he loves with all his heart, since July of 2022 and he has been attending this church since it’s inception. Over the years, he has volunteered in many of the ministries Grace Community Church has due to his passion to serve.

​He currently in volunteering in the Media Ministry for Slides, the Announcements Ministry, placing church signs out in the community on Sundays, and is currently a member of the Grace Community Church Board.