GroveMen Podcast

TJ interviews Juan Alvarez. There aren't many guys out there that have more joy than Juan. Listen in as he talks about growing up in New York, building a viral app, navigating life in the tech industry, facing family tragedy to finding the Lord all while being the father to 5 children alongside his incredible wife.  You will find yourself laughing along the way while listening!

If you ever need help or would like to connect, we are here for you. Email GroveMen Pastor, TJ Gilliam at [email protected]. 
 
 You can also learn more about The Grove Church at Explore the Grove.

In this episode, TJ interviews Mechanized and Air Assault Infantry Combat Veteran who served in both Afghanistan and Iraq and retired as a Major and now Grove Church staff member, Concho Moore. Listen in as Concho walks us through the the tension of navigating marriage and fatherhood in the life of a solider and how the Lord is still writing his story. Concho talks us through some practical/tactical application skills that are used in military that directly translate to spiritual journey. This is a must listen!

If you ever need help or would like to connect, we are here for you. Email GroveMen Pastor, TJ Gilliam at [email protected].
 
 You can also learn more about The Grove Church at Explore the Grove.

In today's episode, Jason Gentry interviews Josh Smarrella at the Grove Church Forward Con Men's Event. Over the the last year, Josh has experienced health challenges, job transition and found the Lord to be faithful through it all! We hope you are challenged by this episode!

If you ever need help or would like to connect, we are here for you. Email GroveMen Pastor, TJ Gilliam at [email protected].
 
 You can also learn more about The Grove Church at Explore the Grove.

Welcome to 2026 Men! In today's episode, TJ sits down with 5 other men to talk about life, being a dad, an intentional husband, ministry and more. These guys all serve on staff at The Grove Church. Andrew King is the Finance Director, Gregg Tisor is the Care Pastor, JJ McCleod is the Communities Pastor, Shawn Martinez is the Disciple Making Groups Director and Emmanuel Dusabimana is the Worship Pastor. This a great episode to walk through how we are all on the journey with you guys!

If you ever need help or would like to connect, we are here for you. Email GroveMen Pastor, TJ Gilliam at [email protected]. 

You can also learn more about The Grove Church at Explore the Grove.

Today's episode is big one so buckle up!. TJ sits down with Pastor Joe Pacheco of Espiritu y Verdad in Mazatlan, Mexico. Joe and his wife, Laurie, planted the church 40 years ago. In this episode, Joe shares of his upbringing, being an addict, being a biker all the way to surrendering to Jesus and leading in many impactful Kingdom ways. There are many challenges and truths for you to hang on to in this episode. The Grove Church will be mobilizing mission teams to Mazatlan in 2026.

If you ever need help or would like to connect, we are here for you. Email GroveMen Pastor, TJ Gilliam at [email protected].
 
 You can also learn more about The Grove Church at Explore the Grove.

In today's episode, TJ and Rafael are in Mazatlan, Mexico working with Espiritu y Verdad Iglesia. They are there to launch a Known and Grove partnership. While on the trip, Rafael and TJ sit down to talk faith, retirement, God's faithfulness, life as a grandfather and make the intentional decision to go all in with Jesus in your life. We hope you enjoy this conversation!

If you ever need help or would like to connect, we are here for you. Email GroveMen Pastor, TJ Gilliam at [email protected].
 
 You can also learn more about The Grove Church at Explore the Grove.

In today's episode, we decided to flip who is being interviewed. Jason Gentry (Episode 4) sits down and interviews TJ Gilliam. TJ is the GroveMens + Missions Pastor at The Grove Church. Jason and TJ talk about his upbringing, his faith journey and why does what he does. Thanks for taking the time to listen in!

If you ever need help or would like to connect, we are here for you. Email GroveMen Pastor, TJ Gilliam at [email protected].
 
 You can also learn more about The Grove Church at Explore the Grove.

In today's episode, Brock shares his story of family, faith, how he became involved in ministry in the funeral services industry at Ramsey Funeral Home. TJ and Brock have a lot of light-hearted conversations (Aliens and Elon?) and then drill down on death and the preparation for death. This is really important conversation about eternity and surrender. This episode will have you questioning sanity, laughing and then thinking deeply about life. We hope you enjoy today episode.

If you ever need help or would like to connect, we are here for you. Email GroveMen Pastor, TJ Gilliam at [email protected].
 
 You can also learn more about The Grove Church at Explore the Grove.

In today's episode, TJ had the opportunity to sit down with John Herrington. John serves as Executive Pastor at The Grove Church. Listen in as John shares his heart for scripture, serving, marriage, how a pharmacist made a major spiritual impact on his life and why he uses the phrase "caterpillar brain" often. John has well over 2,000 scripture verses memorized and is one of the most encouraging men you will ever meet. Thanks for taking the time to listen in!

If you ever need help or would like to connect, we are here for you. Email GroveMen Pastor, TJ Gilliam at [email protected].
 
 You can also learn more about The Grove Church at Explore the Grove.

In today's episode, we have the chance to hear from Ray Avery. Ray his wife, Anna, are partners at The Grove. Ray is part of the Security tTeam and is a major part of the GroveMen Leadership Team. Listen in as Ray shares about his time in the Marines, his faith journey, his business journey including an incredibly hard season of transition with a friend and about his love for the outdoors. Ray is a great brother and friend. The heart of Christ just radiates from this guy!

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If you ever need help or would like to connect, we are here for you. Email GroveMen Pastor, TJ Gilliam at [email protected].
 
 You can also learn more about The Grove Church at Explore the Grove.