This book of histories, though small in size, is great in its content of faith, hope, and courage. Within its cover is found the story of a mother and her family, who, with faith and resolution, accepted the Gospel of Jesus Christ amid strong objection from relatives and friends, and in so doing, accepted the responsibilities and hardships the like of which few women in history have endured. The qualities of fidelity and devotion to a worthy cause of this mother have been magnified and rewarded through the acts and deeds of the many who have followed as descendants of Maria Brooks DeGrey.
I, as compiler of these personal histories, have learned to love and respect each one as he took his place in the pattern of life; as he fulfilled his mission wherever he was sent to build and develop a new land; as he suffered in hunger, pain, and anxiety; and as he faithfully gave credit to his God for his home, family, and way of life.
This little collection is dedicated to the memory of a good and wise mother, who braved the scorn of friends and relatives to seek the truth, and to the hope that we, as descendants, will bring honor to her posterity through great works in genealogical channels.
M.S. Wood
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