Although numerous individuals have made generous donations to increase the scope and influence of MINISTRY, two couples deserve special mention—Rex and Maudine Callicott, and Harold and Effie Grosboll. These dedicated people together have provided nearly a quarter of a million dollars! It is not only the money we appreciate, but their friendship, loyalty, and dedication to the Lord Jesus and His cause.
The Callicotts live in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, while the Grosbolls have recently moved from Colorado to College Place, Washington. Both of these couples have much in common. For example, both have turned over the major portion of their material possessions to be used for the advancement of the church. Both have deep roots in Adventism. Rex's father was a leading layman in the church and was among those arrested for violating Sunday laws near the turn of the century. Rex serves on a number of church committees and boards in the union and local conferences. The Callicotts take a special inter est in the church's educational program, and through the Callicott Foundation they have helped a number of youth obtain a Christian education.
Rex, a soft-spoken, friendly person with a tremendous sense of humor, has excel lent health and at age 86 still drives a tractor and rides his horse over his large ranch, the Argyle Plantation, the proceeds of which go largely to the church. He plans to live in portions of three centuries if the Lord does not return before A.D. 2000. He definitely is planning on living to see the return of Jesus. Speaking of MINISTRY'S PREACH project, he announced with a twinkle in his eye, "It is one of the best investments we have made"—a statement that covers quite an area, considering the numerous and extensive investments the Callicotts have made in God's cause.
The Grosbolls come originally from Illinois and Minnesota. Harold started a contracting business while still getting a Christian education. His Danish parents were so dedicated to the church that when they accepted this message, Harold taught his own brothers and sisters in a home church school until the teacher arrived. Effie has also taught in our schools for several years. The Grosbolls have a long record of active service in church work and a tremendous interest in the self-supporting work from California to New York. They are strong believers in helping people to help themselves. They started the Eden Valley Institute and Rehabilitation Center in Colorado. Their support of various projects, such as health-food restaurants, Your Story Hour, Voice of Prophecy, and a work-study program at Campion Academy and other places, speaks loudly of their broad interest in the principles outlined clearly in the Scriptures and the Spirit of Prophecy.
Although neither of these couples sought any publicity at all in connection with their gifts (in fact, they very much prefer to work.quietly behind the scenes), I feel that our readers should be made aware of the strong support these dedicated couples have given to the outreach of MINISTRY.—J.R.S
