The late Rev. M. van Beek was born in Bennekom NL on October 1, 1921, and called by the Lord to the public ministry of the Word, to proclaim that among us. He was 41 years old when he entered into the ministry and died May 9, 1983 at the age of 61. He was endowed with wisdom and authority as a shepherd and teacher. Rev. van Beek was also respected in secular circles. May the remembrance of the just be blessed!