Study and Faith Wilford Woodruff's Mission Years with Kristy Wheelwright Taylor
Apr 30, 2025
Kristy Wheelwright Taylor, board secretary for the Wilford Woodruff Papers Foundation and author of "Prepare Me for Thy Use," shares insights about Wilford Woodruff’s mission years. She recounts Wilford's near-death experiences and the divine interventions he felt throughout his life. The conversation highlights the significance of the extensive Wilford Woodruff Papers project, emphasizing his love for church history through unique journal entries. Taylor also discusses the book’s approach to making historical narratives accessible and relatable.
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Fancy Socks First Date
- Kristy fell for her husband on their first date because of his fancy patterned socks.
- His unique socks intrigued her and started their relationship memorably.
Massive Document Archive
- The Wilford Woodruff Papers Project compiles 45,000 pages of writings including letters, journals, and discourses.
- This extensive archive is a major resource to understand his life and early church history.
Wilford as a Historical Lens
- Wilford Woodruff wrote extensively throughout his life, documenting early restoration through his perspective.
- His diaries and letters preserve many stories that give insight into early church history.