Family
Born during the Depression near Detroit to a religious family, Bogle struggled to earn a living for many years before taking over a small congregation his father had established. In 1955 he married; his wife Shirley plays a major role in all ministry activities. Throughout most of his life Bogle had to work to support his wife and four children, while also leading a church. This personal familiarity with the common struggles of economic survival in Detroit marked Bogle's purpose and ministry.
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