Pastor Michael and Kristi Grove

Michael & Kristi

For the past 23 years, Michael and Kristi have served in generational ministries, and as executive leadership. After being on staff at a great church in Naperville Illinois, they felt the calling to move to Costa Mesa California and start a new church. With a passion for the arts, young adults, and deep questions, they are starting a community of people who are not scared to wrestle with their faith while learning to express their individuality.

Michael is an artist who loves to discuss deep topics of the Bible. He believes in the process of becoming and desires to help others grow into the person God has designed them to be. This happens through deep questioning of things that are confusing and don't make sense. There is never a question that should be silenced. Through Michael's passion for creativity and the arts, he continues to pursue new ways of expressing the spiritual truths that shape and form us.

Kristi is a warm and loving person filled with compassion and grace. She has a heart for making all people feel like they belong and are welcome. With an overwhelming overflow of compassion and mercy, Kristi has a gift of seeing people for who they are while being able to honestly listen to them. With a creative eye and a way of making everything feel alright, she has been a wise ear for many young people looking for direction, comfort and wisdom. She has a passion for mentoring young people as they navigate today's climate.

Ava is a confident and creative young lady who loves self expression. She has a fun sense of fashion and isn't afraid to be herself. With a strong sensitivity for others, Ava continually gives of herself and works to make people feel loved and accepted. While studying psychology at Vanguard University, Ava has a strong desire to help others. Ava loves being with her family, hanging out with friends, a great sushi bowl, libraries and art galleries alike. She loves the Lord and longs to serve him no matter where he takes her.

Alia is a strong and courageous young lady with great intuition and insights. She knows what people need without them asking. She has a warm smile that makes people feel loved and seen. With a passion for adventure and excitement, Alia is drawn to new opportunities. Inside of this adventure, she longs to help others and is a generous and giving person with her time and talents. As she studies criminology, her goal is to help young people who are walking through difficult situations. Her desire to be like Jesus gives her a unique passion for others.

Gavin is a creative and fun loving young man full of expression! He loves all things digital and has no problem spending endless hours creating video content and graphics. While learning new creative outlets and exploring the most updated platforms, Gavin is not afraid to try new mediums. His goal is to one day produce movies and find creative cutting edge ways to introduce stories. When he is not creating digital content, you can find him building crazily imaginative lego sets, surfing, eating at In-N-Out Burger or Caines, or watching Ninjago or Marvel movies. He is a compassionate young man who loves the Lord and treats others with love and respect.