THE GROVE | A COMMUNITY OF RESTORATIVE MEN
At the heart of Restoration Project’s mission is the transformative power of a national brotherhood of men devoted to pursuing God, reshaping their lives, and restoring their communities. The "Grove" embodies this vision—a collective of connected, purpose-driven men committed to intentional growth as a Restorative Man.
We call this collective of men, the Grove. Just like an aspen grove, God planted each of us as an individual tree in a unique time and place to be the man He designed. But under the surface, just like an aspen grove, we are connected by a strong root system, supporting and encouraging one another as a collective of men.
The Grove is a grassroots movement of men across the country who have come to know there's something more, something deeper, and something far more necessary. There's a space God is calling his men to fill that is neither toxic masculinity nor masculine abdication. It's a space where men are connected, storied, brothered, fathered, and bring the fullness of God's glory in them to the world.
We desire to guide and equip men to live out of their unique restorative presence, to lead out of the fullness of who God created them to be. As part of this journey of joining God in his restorative work, we invite men to participate in the following Grove offerings:
Grove Training Experiences: Join us at one of three experiences across the U.S. where we as a commmunity gather to connect, dive in, play together, and receive training to launch back into our own spheres as changed men. This is designed to facilitate ongoing exploration of our own stories, as well as the stories of others, each year focusing on different elements as they progress through the work. Equipped with tools and a team, men of Grove can bring restoration to their worlds.
The Grove Collective: This online community allows men across the country to reclaim their purpose, support each other, and continue the work of bringing healing and restoration to their lives and the world around them. Each week, you’ll find forums for meaningful conversations, courses that go deep into story and purpose, and curated resources that equip you for life’s challenges. You can also look forward to monthly live calls with other Grove men—moments of real connection, encouragement, and shared growth
The Restorative Man Podcast: Receive weekly inspiration and insight as men share their experiences of faith, healing, and transformation. This is the perfect companion to our online community, designed to challenge and uplift you in your personal journey.
In the Grove, you are a man among men. We share the passion for Jesus’ restoration of men everywhere, and are willing, able and deeply committed to pursue God’s work in our own lives and stories, striving to live authentic, humble and honest lives of faith as we offer our perspectives on the masculine journey. All of us are messy, and yet we share in the hope that God is more gracious than we dare dream.
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Drew Loftin
Grove Chaplain & Strategist