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Our Story

Forged in Battle, Built for Brotherhood

How a coffee shop table and a basement called “Tun Tavern” became a brotherhood of men on mission with Christ.

Forged in Trials
Rooted in Scripture
Brotherhood on Mission
Our Origin Story

How Tun Tavern Men’s Ministry Began

Tun Tavern Men’s Ministry didn’t start with a program. It started with a table, two Bibles, and a holy discontent with lukewarm faith.

Tun Tavern Men’s Ministry began in the simplest way possible—two men, two Bibles, and a hunger for the presence of God. About four years ago, Mike and Beau sat together in Crowfoot Coffee in Castle Rock, opening the Scriptures, sharpening one another, and refusing to settle for lukewarm faith (Revelation 3:16). Soon, a second and third man joined. What started as a quiet table in a coffee shop moved into Mike’s basement—now known as Tun Tavern—and God began to move.

Week after week, men came—not for programs, not for image, not for convenience—but because they were tired of living in silence and bondage. They came ready to tear down walls, confess struggles, break chains, and walk in the light together (James 5:16). They came to fight for holiness, identity, and purpose as sons of the living God (Galatians 5:1).

What began with two, became many. Men told other men. Brothers invited brothers. Wounds were healed. Marriages began to strengthen. Hearts were set on fire for Jesus Christ. And the Lord continued to add to the number.

Today, Tun Tavern Men’s Ministry gathers every Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., where nearly 48 men meet consistently to open God’s Word, hold each other accountable, pray with power, and call one another to live boldly for Christ (Proverbs 27:17; Joshua 1:9). And now, the brotherhood has expanded beyond the walls of the basement. Men join virtually from Grand Junction, New Jersey, South Dakota, and Tennessee—because the hunger for authentic biblical brotherhood has no borders.

This is Tun Tavern. This is where men return to the call. This is where brotherhood is real. This is where warriors are forged. We are just getting started. Join the movement.
Leadership & Cadre

The Men Helping Carry the Banner

God builds movements through teams, not lone rangers. Tun Tavern Men’s Ministry is led by a band of men who love Jesus, love His Word, and are committed to building biblically grounded brotherhood wherever God sends them.

Michael Brumbaugh
Founder & Shepherding Elder

Leads the vision, teaching, and spiritual direction of Tun Tavern Men’s Ministry, calling men into active duty for Christ and anchoring everything in God’s Word.

Chris Milker
Ministry Architect & Operations

Supports strategy, communication, and systems that help the ministry scale while keeping every step rooted in discipleship, brotherhood, and clear pathways for men to get involved.

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Cadre Leader / Discipleship

Gives on-the-ground leadership to small groups and studies, walking closely with men as they grow in the Scriptures, accountability, and daily obedience.

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Cadre Leader / Care & Prayer

Helps carry the burdens of the brotherhood through prayer, care, and follow-up, making sure no man has to walk through battles alone.

Ready to step into brotherhood?

Whether you’re local to Colorado or joining from across the country, there’s a place for you at Tun Tavern. Come as you are, Bible in hand, ready to be sharpened, challenged, and encouraged.

We’ll help you take your next step, whether that’s connecting with a cadre or starting a Tun Tavern study with men in your own city.
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Tun Tavern Men’s Ministry

Forge Courage. Build Brotherhood. Live on Mission.
A movement of men pursuing Jesus—rooted in truth, resilient in trials, ready for Kingdom impact.

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