Melvin Kenneth and Jo Ann (Garrison) Criswell: Family History and Memoirs

This book is the memoirs of the Reverend Melvin "Kenneth" and Jo Ann (Garrison) Criswell. It chronicles their early youth and upbringing in west Texas and Missouri and the twists and turns that led to their meeting one another in Long Beach, California. Stories about their family members and ancestors give the reader a glimpse into their family histories. Kenneth served eight churches in southern California and Nevada during almost 40 years of active ministry in the Methodist Church. During this time he and Jo Ann raise a family and ministered to countless thousands of parishioners. This is their story, their gift to all.