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Superheroes are not just in the movies. You have to meet this fellow, John Grdina. Author of the book, Freedom to Ascend, John is an Intervention Specialist with teens who have behavior challenges.
John Grdina is a special education teacher, podcast host, leadership coach, and so much more. He has taught in public education for the past 18 years, including career and technical education as well, where he began his career. He has also coached baseball and golf and teaches a leadership class at his school.
John graduated from John Carroll University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Arts degree, earned his Master’s in Education in 2009 from Notre Dame College, and his Education Innovation and Leadership endorsement in 2019 from Fort Hays State University. He continues to coach varsity golf and a leadership course at a suburban school on the east side of Cleveland, Ohio.
In his spare time, he is an ultra-endurance athlete. He also helps train other athletes across the United States, is the owner of a TrueSupporter Group that prays for those in need, and the founder of 40 Days of Deliverance, a program to improve individuals’ mind, body, and spirit.
John currently lives in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, with his wife (Megan) and four children (Giuliana, Benjamin, Calvin, and Elijah). He enjoys nature walks with his family in his leisure time, coaching and supporting his children’s local sports teams, and spending time with his extended family. He loves helping others grow and wants everyone to “exhaust all their gifts” that God has given them in this life.
John’s first book Freedom to Ascend is now available. He shares his personal journey and the uplifting experiences of his inspirational friends to show there is hope where many think there is none.
From John:
Mission
To serve the Lord and imitate His ways while exhausting my gifts for His Kingdom.
Vision
To seek wisdom so I can serve the Lord in the manner of His will. To use my gifts of podcasting, writing books, and creating fellowships through programs to bring people to know Christ and ultimately salvation. To also be a vessel of hope for everyone I meet by sharing the Good News across the world.
