Torch, Summer 1996

I le The Bolthouse philosophy emphasizes reward for productivity and attention to customer needs. The company operates with 1,875 employees. TORCH: How should a Christian's view of free enterprise be different than that of a non-Christian? Q As Christians , we should view our experience in the free enterprise system as a real gift from God and not take it for granted as non-Christians might do. We should also view it as a ministry opportunity unavailable to Christians who were not given the opportunity to be involved in the free enterprise system. TORCH: What opportunities for Christian ministry have been created or furthered as a result of your business? u""''"'"'""" In addition to a variety of opportunities that result from interacting with non-Christians, we enjoy helping other Christian ministries financially through our contribution policy. All company profits are tithed primarily to the Bolthouse Foundation and distributed to a variety of ministries worldwide . TORCH: What are a Christian's responsibilities within a system of free enterprise? : With freedom comes responsibility. This , of course , is multi-faceted and involves honesty, integrity, quality products, on-time deliveries, fair pricing , and a host of other ethical principles to which a Christian must adhere . I] Bill and Nora Bolthouse have four grown children who, with their families, know and serve the Lord . Married for 37 years , Bill and Nora share a deep love for God, a passion for the worldwide spread of the gospel , a devotion to their family, and a commitment to professional excellence. They have supported numerous projects in world missions , Christian camps , social agencies , and Christian colleges. Torch 9