GroveMen Podcast

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 tj.gill...

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 Worsh...

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...

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...

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...

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 s...

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 mos...

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. Ra...

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...

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 n...

In today's episode, Payton shares about his childhood, coming to faith, the journey to lead his family, faith in transition of jobs and plans and his desire to see men grow in the faith. We also talk about the recent events in our country and some of the reasons why they have had a major impact on our lives. Payton also shares about men who have made an impact on his life and why. We hope you...

Today, we finish our time with Jeff Carmon. Jeff continues telling his story of becoming a follower of Jesus after almost 30 years of being separated from the church and eventually becoming an atheist. This is PART 2 of a great conversation that you will for sure want to listen to! To get information and to sign up for Men's Bible Study, click HERE .  If you ever need help or would like to co...

In today's episode, Jeff Carmon shares his story of becoming a follower of Jesus after almost 30 years of being separated from the church and eventually becoming an atheist. We talk through his journey of skateboarding, being invited into church, his families move to Washington, then to Texas where he and his wife found Jesus. Jeff and his wife, Heather, are partners at The Grove and both are...

In today's episode, Mark Spangler shares his story of coming to faith in Christ, the navigation of being a man of faith while serving in law enforcement, and we talk through men who have made impact in his life. Mark and his wife are partners at The Grove and Mark serves as our Security Team Lead. Mark is a man of great faith and great wisdom. This is a great conversation! To get information...

In today's episode, we conclude our conversation with Lenny Henry. We discuss interracial marriage, starting a company, who's made spiritual impact on Lenny and his advice for the men that listen. Today's episode is one of dreams and impact!  To sign up for Men's Bible Study, click HERE .  If you ever need help or would like to connect, we are here for you. Email GroveMen Pasto...

In today's episode, we get PART 1 of meeting and getting to know Lenny Henry. Lenny and his wife, Erin, are faithful partners of The Grove. Lenny serves as one of the Men's Bible Study Group Leaders and is quite the BBQ master! Today, you will hear PART 1 his fascinating life story, the journey of his of faith, parenting, and more.  We hope you enjoy today's episode! If you ever nee...

In today's episode, Jason Gentry shares his story of coming to faith in Christ, the change in leading his family, learning to partner with his wife, Sarah, in all aspects of life and how and his faith and work come together. Jason  serves in several capacities at The Grove and is part of the Men's Leadership Team.  As you listen, think about these 3 challenges.  What are the hard questio...

In today's episode, we get to meet and get to know Todd Holubec. Todd and his family are faithful partners of The Grove. Todd serves in many ways and is part of the Men's Leadership Team. Today, you will hear his story of his journey of faith, marriage, parenting, adoption, love for the outdoors and more.  As you listen, think about these 3 challenges.  Accountability. Todd's life w...

In the episode, we jump into the conclusion of the conversation with Bryan Primrose. In it, we see how the Lord has brought restoration, fullness and ministry opportunities to his life. Our hope is that you can see that the Lord sees you and has life abundant for you! As you listen, think about these 3 challenges.  Where or whom do you need to seek forgiveness in your life? Where do you need to fo...

Welcome the the GroveMen Podcast.  In today's episode, we hear from Bryan Primrose. Bryan and his wife are faithful partners of The Grove Church. Today, we catch Part 1 of Bryan's story and how he became a Christian while deployed in Iraq. In this episode, you will see that you can have an impact on other men if you are willing to care for and invest in them.  As you listen, think about...