Meet the Shepherds of GROW
Apostle Raheem Turane
Meet Apostle Raheem Turane, Senior Servant Leader of GROW Church Houston—a visionary leader, preacher, author, church planter, and devoted servant of Jesus Christ whose ministry is centered on transformation, development, and Kingdom advancement.
A native New Yorker and September 11th survivor, Apostle Raheem’s life and ministry have been shaped by resilience, faith, and an unwavering commitment to helping people discover who God has called them to become. He is a seven-time author, Certified Crisis Chaplain, experienced church planter, and advocate for emotional and spiritual wholeness.
Committed to both spiritual formation and theological education, Apostle Raheem earned his Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Deus Divinity. His preparation, combined with years of pastoral and leadership experience, has equipped him to communicate biblical truth with clarity while developing leaders who can effectively serve both the Church and the marketplace.
Having been consecrated as a Bishop and affirmed as an Apostle, his ministry extends beyond the pulpit. His apostolic assignment is rooted in building people, developing leaders, strengthening churches, establishing Kingdom culture, and equipping believers to walk confidently in their God-given identity and purpose.
Alongside his wife, Executive Pastor Kimberly Turane, Apostle Raheem provides visionary leadership to GROW Church Houston with a shared commitment to cultivating a church where people can encounter God, experience authentic community, heal, develop, and ultimately GROW in faith, GROW as family, and GROW into their future.
For Apostle Raheem, leadership is more than a title—it is a responsibility to serve people, steward vision, and create environments where transformation can take place.
Executive Pastor Kimberly Turane
Meet Executive Pastor Kimberly Turane, a native Houstonian, visionary leader, accomplished entrepreneur, and woman of faith whose life reflects a commitment to God, family, business, and community.
With 26 years of experience as a real estate professional, Pastor Kimberly has built a distinguished career helping individuals and families navigate one of life’s most significant decisions—homeownership and real estate investment. Her longevity in the industry reflects her commitment to excellence, integrity, relationship-building, and helping others create lasting legacies.
Her entrepreneurial reach extends well beyond real estate. She is the owner of TAX Max Pros, where she continues her commitment to providing professional services that help individuals and families move toward greater financial stability and success. Alongside her husband, Apostle Raheem Turane, she is also co-owner of GROW Kidz Academy, an educational environment committed to nurturing, developing, and preparing the next generation.
At GROW Church Houston, Pastor Kimberly serves as Executive Pastor, bringing her leadership experience, administrative strength, business acumen, and genuine love for people into the life of the ministry. She is passionate about cultivating healthy families, empowering women, developing leaders, and helping people recognize that their faith should influence every dimension of their lives.
Pastor Kimberly believes that Kingdom impact is not confined to the walls of the church. Whether through ministry, entrepreneurship, real estate, education, or community engagement, she demonstrates that faith and purpose can be carried into every sphere of influence.
Together with her husband, she helps provide leadership and direction for GROW Church Houston, creating a culture where individuals and families are encouraged to GROW in faith, GROW as family, and GROW into their future.
At the heart of Pastor Kimberly’s leadership is a simple conviction: people were never designed to navigate life alone. Her passion is to help others discover their strength, embrace their God-given purpose, build meaningful community, and confidently pursue the future God has prepared for them.