Dr. Grewe’s Personal Story & How City Wave Church Started!!

Dr. Grewe’s own life has been marked by both hardship and renewal.

His first marriage was fraught with deep struggles, particularly as he faced the challenges of living with a partner who dealt with severe mental health issues, which unfortunately led to domestic violence on her part.

Escaping the turmoil of that relationship, he faced the painful loss of his three children, who did not survive the trauma. May God take care of them as Daddy will reunite with them in due time.

But Dr. Grewe didn’t allow grief to define his life. Nine years later, he chose a new path, seeking to rebuild his life through a renewed faith, while learning and growing in ways that would enable him to help others who were experiencing similar battles. His personal journey is one of healing, hope, and a deep commitment to helping others rise above their struggles.

Dr, Paul Grewe holds multi degree's one being a PhD in Theology and Counseling.

Dr. Paul Grewe speaks three languages: English, Arabic, and Chaldean. This multilingual ability allows him to communicate across different cultures and regions. Dr Grewe is currently learning other languages to help reach others.

Dr. Paul Grewe got remarried in 2013 and has a daughter born in 2017. He travels extensively across the United States, visiting numerous churches, connecting with pastors, and building friendships along the way.

Dr. Paul Grewe Has over 26 years of experience within the church setting. From volunteering, helping with the less fortunate such as homeless shelters and more. Dr Grewe did an internship not long ago left before the program was over due to creative differences.

Dr. Paul Grewe had his dreams of starting a church for 26 years and put on hold by many as they thought Dr Grewe was not ready or was told to learn to slow down. Can't go any slower than 26 years.

However with 26 years of experiences proved otherwise. As Dr. Grewe put it we are not getting any younger. No need to push one's dreams aside to make others happy. If your dream is being denied by anyone press on and get it done. You are the only one that can put forth your own dreams.

Dr Grewe had to leave an internship before it was over in 2025 as his dreams were not being met. Ideas were stolen and passed off by someone else. When jobs were available Dr Grewe was passed up on job opportunities that would have been beneficial to learn more and grow, and so much more.

Instead of feeling down and incomplete Dr Grewe took the next step and started City Wave Church in 2025 With the first service being held on February 2nd.

When City Wave Church had their first service on February 2nd 2025 offering 3 service times had impressive outstanding viewership bringing in 993 viewers. Not only did the opening services did very well numbers climbed to 8,694 viewers within the first month.

With viewers climbing City Wave Church crashed a server on week 2 which City Wave Church had to up the numbers of servers for the following weeks.

Little personal:

Dr. Grewe has battled chronic headaches for 26 years, undergoing extensive testing, including MRIs, CT scans, and more.

In 2020, after noticing a bump on the back of his head, further examinations revealed it was a tumor. After numerous tests and careful evaluation, half of the tumor was successfully removed.

In addition to these challenges, Dr. Grewe was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s in 2005. Despite ongoing care, he has experienced lingering side effects, including speech difficulties, eye fatigue, and persistent headaches.

However, none of this has deterred him from pursuing his calling and establishing the church. So, if you notice him speaking differently or see facial changes during services, now you know why—his dedication remains unwavering.

Book coming soon:

Dr. Paul Grewe is currently working on a book that offers insight, support, and guidance to individuals experiencing loss, trauma, and grief.

Drawing from both his academic background and personal experience, he provides a unique perspective on how faith and counseling can help people grow through their pain.

In February 2025, he signed with a publishing company and is diligently working to complete the book, aiming for a release in late 2025 or early 2026.

Dr Grewe has a website coming soon focusing on his book and bio to visit that website click this link drpaulgrewe.com. The website is being restructured to best fit this new format stay tuned for further updates regarding this.