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Duane Johnson, Senior Pastor Pastor Johnson was born and raised in Turlock, California, graduating from Bethel College and Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. He has served pastorates in the Baptist General Conference since 1969, coming to Grace Baptist in April of 1998. Duane and his wife, Carol, were married in 1967, and they have two grown children. |
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Greg Burtnett, Associate Pastor Greg's passion in the ministry is to use the Word of God to live above reproach and help others do the same. He graduated from the International School of Theology, a daughter organization of Campus Crusade for Christ and has a passion for small groups and discipleship ministry. He and Donna were married in 1995 and have two boys, Jaron and Nathan. |
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James Barr, Youth Minister |
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Michelle Winger, Children's Ministry Michelle moved to Santa Maria at age twelve and attended local schools. She has been involved in children’s ministry since a VBS missionary trip to Mexico at age 15. Michelle joined our staff in August 2000 as Director of Children's Ministries. She brings a Biola University education, graduating from Bethel Seminary, Magna Cum Laude and 31 years of serving here at Grace to her current position. She and her husband Jim have two “Grace-grown” children. |
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David Rackley, Music Director David Rackley is a native of Modesto, California, and received his Bachelor of Music and Master of Arts degrees in Theory and Composition from San Francisco State University, where he also studied conducting. In 1971 he entered the United States Air Force Music Program as appointed Commander and Conductor of Air Force Bands, where he conducted numerous military bands in various worldwide locations. He came to Grace Baptist in October of 1999. A published composer, arranger, and professional trumpet player, David also serves on the music faculties of Chapman University, Cuesta College in San Luis Obispo, and Allan Hancock College in Santa Maria. David and his wife Cordelia have two grown children, Michael and Tara. |
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Chet Harter, Contemporary Music Director Chet grew up in Southern California, saturated in the “Jesus Movement”, at the very time that contemporary Christian Music was born. He graduated from Westmont College with a B.A. in Christian Education, and from Fuller Seminary with a Master of Divinity degree. Ordained as a Baptist pastor in 1986, Chet spent 15 years in Youth Ministry, leading music and worship at many camps, retreats and churches including his home church and youth group. Chet, Ann (his wife of 28 years), their three daughters and his guitar came to Grace Baptist Church in 2000. We all know the rest of the story. |
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Donna Lehman, Office Administrator Donna is a native of the small mid-western town of Osceola, Nebraska. She graduated from the Omaha School of Business and has over 35 years experience in business administration and marketing. Prior to joining Grace Baptist she was the manager of Office Systems at World Vision, a Christian relief organization, in Monrovia, California for 10 years. After World Vision relocated to the Pacific Northwest in 1995, Donna and her husband, Roger, moved to the Central Coast. Donna joined the Grace Baptist staff on January 1, 1996. |
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Stefanie Hassett, Administrative Assistant Stefanie was born and raised in Bakersfield, CA and happily transplanted to the Central Coast in 1987. She has a varied background in both secular and Christian work ranging from the Kern County Tax Collector's Office, Lockheed, First United Methodist Church and Righetti High School. Her primary job over the last 20 years has been as 'Mom' to her three children; Alex, Amy and Ian with her husband Eric. |