C. RICHARD JAMES
Richard was born in Salt Lake City, and reared in nearby Provo, Utah. As a young adult, he served a 2 ½ year mission for his church in New Zealand. He has a BS Degree from Brigham Young University and an (MBA) from the University of Southern California. He has served thrice as a ward bishop and in various church & community leadership positions. His executive career was with a large natural gas utility company, in Southern California. After retiring he and Linda moved from Santa Barbara, California to Provo, Utah. They have 3 children, 11 grandchildren & 3 great-grandaughters.
Motivation for the Book
Richard wrote,“The Kirtland Temple:"Its Amazing History & Continuing Blessings,” to help readers to better understand the significant and foundational role the Temple has played and continues to play in the restoration of the Church of Jesus Christ in these latter-days. His interest in this subject was peaked while he and his wife served as senior missionary tour guides for one year at the Historic Kirtland Visitors Center and Village in Kirtland, Ohio.
While serving their mission, many questions were asked about the nearby Kirtland Temple that motivated Richard to seek for the answers. Readers will learn about the temple's . . . history, builders, construction, dedication, heavenly manifestations, ordinances, and ownership. It is hoped that this book, which is the result of his intensive studies, will be a valuable resource to all readers interested in learning answers to the questions that most people ask about the temple.