ROLAND CONTRERAS
Lead Pastor
Roland has served at The Grove since 2015. He has faithfully ministerd over the last 20 years in churches across South Texas. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Krystal, and is a proud father to two children: daughter Kya and son Liam. He is committed to preaching the truth of God's Word with clarity and passion, desiring to help others connect deeply with the beauty of the gospel believing that it is the hope of the world, today and forever.
ERIC RACHUI
Student Pastor
Eric has served at The Grove since 2019 where he is dedicated to mentoring and equipping students to live out their faith boldly. Over the past decade, he has faithfully led student ministries across South Texas, inspiring countless young people to grow in their relationship with Christ. Eric is married to his wife, Staci, and together they share a passion for building authentic community and investing in the next generation.
RANDI COLE
Worship Coordinator
Randi joined our staff in 2024 but her family has been faithful members since 2019. Randi grew up around worship ministry and credits it to how it has shaped her heart to create an atmosphere where worship fosters intimacy with the Lord and remains centered on His glory. Randi is married to her husband Josh and is mom to three amazing children: Abby, Carly and Josh Jr.
LEAH BARNES
Ministry Assistant
Leah has served at The Grove since 2020 but her family has been faithful members since 2016. She brings dedication and a servant’s heart to her role. Whether coordinating ministry efforts, assisting with church operations, or supporting The Grove’s mission, Leah is committed to ensuring every detail is handled with care and excellence. Leah and her husband, Trevor, are proud parents to Triston (and his wife, Bailey), Seth, and Addy.
HUNTER ROSSON
Ministry Intern
Hunter is one of our 24’-25’ Ministry Interns. He is a recent graduate of OGHS. He enjoys music and serving in ministry. He hopes the internship will allow him to grow in his calling and leadership. His favorite Bible verse is Colossians 3:3-4, For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. 4 When Christ who is your[a] life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.
CARLY COLE
Ministry Intern
Carly is one of our 24’-25’ Ministry Interns. She is a sophomore at OGHS and spent this past summer as a staffer at Camp Zephyr. She enjoys reading, writing and hanging out with her friends. She hopes the internship will allow her to navigate a call into ministry and allow her to be a reflection to the community of God’s work in her life.
MEET OUR SERVANT LEADERS
Servant Leaders:
Our servant leaders are committed to leading and serving our church and community in a way that honors Christ and points others towards the Gospel.
Larry Barcroft
Jerry Barfield
Josh Cole
Randall Eulenfeld
Jon Herrmann
Scott King
Stuart Lutz
Justin Pressley
Jake West