I am a native of Waukegan, Illinois. I used to teach at Hope International University and now I am a Teaching Pastor at the Refinery.

I just love the vision of this church.

Although I did not know where Matthew was in my first class (true story), I have great passion for God's Word and to teach the church but what gets me excited is to introduce people to Jesus and to help them mature in their faith.

Funny story, I once sliced a tractor tire by turning the tractor too fast with a 19' disc.

I am married to Linda since 1969. Your calculations are right, that's more than 50 years ago. We have 4 children and 9 grandchildren. You can reach me at joe.grana@therefinerycc.com.