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 tj.gilliam@explorethegrove.org.

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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!

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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 tj@explorethegrove.org.

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 tj@explorethegrove.org.

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 tj@explorethegrove.org.

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 tj@explorethegrove.org.

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

In today's episode, Laird Young shares about some of his upbringing, meeting his future wife on a study abroad trip, incredibly hard times in marriage, fallout with family and professional life as a commercial airline pilot that led to learning and embracing the truth and grace of God. Laird's story leads to a marriage and a life restored. In this episode, Laird shares so much wisdom and his voice of kindness and grace of the Lord just cut through the noise we have surrounding us. This is a hard, powerful and important listen for all.

It's time to get connected to GroveMen's Bible Study. Click HERE.

If you ever need help or would like to connect, we are here for you. Email GroveMen Pastor, TJ Gilliam at tj@explorethegrove.org.

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

In today's episode, Harvey Wright shares about his childhood, serving in the Navy on a Destroyer, being faithfully married to wife for 62 years and being a follower of Jesus for 53 years. This is one you want to sit down, grab something to take notes with and learn from our 84 year, faithful, brother.

It's time to get connected to GroveMen's Bible Study. Click HERE.

If you ever need help or would like to connect, we are here for you. Email GroveMen Pastor, TJ Gilliam at tj@explorethegrove.org.

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