MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Throughout history, men and women who had the financial means supported others to focus on God’s calling. Even Jesus had benefactors who subsidized his ministry. Modern-day patrons are believers who are compelled to give financially in order to grow God’s kingdom. This was the message Feb. 6, presented to students, staff, faculty and friends of Mount Vernon Nazarene University by John Rinehart, founder of Gospel Patrons.