Official Website Presidents and PROPHETS The Story of America’s Presidents and the LDS Church By Michael K. Winder
 
John R. Winder: Pioneer, Temple Builder, Dairyman; Horizon Publishers; (1999; Hardcover, 304 pp). In his first book, Mike Winder details the fascinating life of John Rex Winder-pioneer immigrant, First Counselor to Joseph F. Smith, member of the Presiding Bishopric, Father of the Utah State Fair, founder of Winder Dairy, Salt Lake City Councilman, and the author’s great-great-great grandfather. Counselors to the Prophets; Eborn Books; (2001; Hardback, 511 pp).  Never before have the life stories of the counselors in the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints been gathered in one volume.  The vignettes on each of the 39 counselors—from Hyrum Smith and Sidney Rigdon, to Thomas S. Monson and James E. Faust, will educate and inspire.  Noted biographers, university professors, and descendants are among the contributors, bringing each story to life. The Christmas Animals: A Children's Book illustrated by Lindsey E. Ayres; Eborn Books; (2002; Hardback, 32 pp.)  The magical story of the Savior’s birth comes alive once again through the eyes of the animal creatures that were there—the donkey, cow, dove, sheep, camels and even the rooster.  Young readers will appreciate the word repetition, and children of all ages will bounce along with the rhyme scheme.  The original illustrations will endear you to this new holiday classic. Presiding Bishops; Eborn Books; (2003; Hardback, 320 pp.)  The lives of the 13 men who have presided over the temporal affairs of the LDS Church have largely gone unnoticed by historians—until now.  From Edward Partridge and Newel K. Whitney, to Merrill J. Bateman and H. David Burton, the fascinating lives of the Presiding Bishops will intrigue you.  These are financially savvy businessmen, each lending amazing talents to the Church that are a unique fit for the challenges of their days.  Noted biographers, university professors, and descendants are among the contributors, bringing each story to life.   Utah in 2050: Glimpses of Our Future; Eborn Books; (2003; Hardback, 256 pp.) Twenty-four of the Beehive State’s policy makers, historians, and industry leaders set forth their predictions for where Utah will be in the year 2050.  Take a glimpse into the crystal ball with Randy Horiuchi, Spencer Kinard, Al Mansell, Stephen Holbrook, and many others.  Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., one year before his election as Utah’s governor, pens the brilliant foreword.    Presidents and Prophets: The Story of America's Presidents and the LDS Church; Covenant Communications; (September 2007; Hardback, 430 pp.)  In this groundbreaking work, Mike Winder presents the story of America’s presidents and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  From Washington to Bush, each President and their relationship with the Mormons is explored, and we see the Church rising from obscurity to political clout as America’s fastest growing religion.  Presidents and Prophets: The Story of America’s Presidents and the LDS Church Ned Winder: The Antics and Adventures of a Utah Legend, with Bret R. Bassett; self published; (2002; Softcover, 141 pp).  Those that knew Ned Winder (1922-2005) remember him as one of the most charitable, humorous, and generous persons they have ever met.  Ned sealed more people together in marriage in the temple than anyone else in the history of the LDS Church.  He was a mission president three times, heavily involved in business and civic groups, and a stake patriarch.  In this delightful book, Mike and his Uncle Bret bring the fun and fascinating life of Ned Winder alive.  Presidents and Prophets: The Story of America's Presidents and the LDS Church--AUDIO FIRESIDE (2007; compact disc, 55 min). Complementing the popular book, Mike Winder delivers a fact-filled and exciting fireside about the relationship of the Mormons and the White House. He'll have you intrigued with the trivia, laughing at the humorous anecdotes, and inspired by the heart-warming stories of Presidents and Prophets. Presidents and Prophets: The Story of America's Presidents and the LDS Church--DOCUMENTARY DVD (2007; DVD). The television documentary companion to Winder's groundbreaking book, this is a collection of riveting stories about the Mormons and the White House that will debut on KSL TV immediately following the October General Conference. Political figures, like U.S. Senator Bob Bennett and former Senator Jake Garn, reveal their stories of the Presidents and the Saints, as do renowned scholars, such as BYU's Arnold Garr, University of Utah's Martha Bradley, and Columbia's Richard Bushman. From anecdotes by rogue historian Will Bagley, to Tabernacle Choir Director Craig Jessop, you will be in awe at the many, many interactions between Presidents and Prophets.
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