‘Marcel and Theri Grandy have lived their lives in the best spirit of the Swiss humanitarian tradition. Through their long-term commitment to Initiatives of Change (formerly Moral Re-Armament) they have demonstrated the importance of private and civil-society initiatives in the difficult context of the Eastern Mediterranean. The necessary changes in the 21st century will only come though such stubborn commitment by new generations.’
Cornelio Sommaruga, Honorary President of IofC International, from 1987-’99 President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
‘Persistence despite seeming failures, grace when under crossfire, a faith that overcomes – these are the signals that Marcel and Their radiate.’
Rajmohan Gandhi, Indian author
‘This is a fascinating story about two people who could have lived comfortably in Switzerland but found a purpose through their faith in God to help shape a better world. The story focuses on Cyprus but has a much wider relevance. In fact it could almost be a handbook for the UN as it wrestles with raw human nature.’
Archie Mackenzie, former British Ambassador who participated in the founding of the United Nations in 1945
‘Mr and Mrs Grandy in Cyprus… tried to find significant individuals on both sides who were open to the need of steps towards peace… A trend leading towards compromise and a political solution has become manifest and seems to set to gain ground in the future. The silent activities of people of goodwill such as Mr and Mrs Grandy, have no doubt been fostering these positive developments.’
Dr. Arnold Hottinger, journalist and author, NZZ
‘While Cyprus was celebrating independence in 1960, my gambling and drinking meant divorce with imminent in our marriage. Suddenly, uninvited, Marcel and Their entered our lives. They led us from dark despair into the bright light of love and responsibility, first towards ourselves and then towards our country.
‘It is worthwhile reading this book. Some more miracles may happen.’
Sypros Stephou, former EOKA fighter and retired Deputy Director of Customs, Cyprus
Ginny Wigan trained as a secretary, and has worked with MRA/IofC for almost 40 years, in many parts of the world. She has combined the roles of wife and mother with being an editor, a school governor and a keen gardener. She is the author of ‘Spin a Good Yarn’ and, as editor/ghost-writer, has brought several other books to birth.
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