Hi, I'm Rich Price

I grew up in Long Beach, California, but have made Oregon my home.

About Me

I am a retired computer programmer and software engineer. During the last few years, I have written several books on weight loss and diabetes management. I am interested in public speaking and earned by Able Toatmaster's award with Toastmaster's International. I am also interested in accounting, economics, computers, world religions, science and genealogy.

Why I am a Mormon

My conversion began when I read a Book of Mormon in a motel room at Mt. Carmel Junction near Zion National Park. I didn't completely understand what is was, but I remember thinking "Those Mormons have Angels appearing to them just like in the Bible". While in high school a friend challenged me to read The Book of Mormon. Not waiting for him to give me a copy, a checked one out of the public library and took it on a camping trip with me. I was baptized several months later. What attracted me most was the principle of modern revelation, both to the individual and to the Church.

Personal Stories

How can your talents and gifts bless others?

True selflessness and true selfishness are really the same principle. It is only when we lose ourselves in the service of others that we are truly happy. Each of us has been blessed with particular gifts and talents. We should use these talents in order to uplift others. This is true in all areas of our lives, both temporal and spiritual.

How I live my faith

I have had many callings since joining the Church. Always, there is the calling of a Home Teacher. After joining the Church, I served a mission to New Zealand. I have also served as a Ward Missionary Leader and various teaching and clerical callings. Since retiring, I have served two Church Service Missions, one as an Employment Services Missionary and one as a Family History Support Missionary.

What is the role of the husband and the wife in the family?

Rich Price answered...

Husbands and wives are equal partners in the family. The husband's primary responsibility are to earn a living for the family, call the family to prayer and scriptural study, and preside over them in righteousness. The wife's primarily responsibility is to train and nurture the children. Both men and women are encouraged to obtain all of the education that they can.
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Jocelyn answered...

The role of husband and wife in the family is to first and foremost love each other! Wow, revolutionary!!!
I have found that when there is love and complete commitment between my husband and I, there is no problem that we cannot face together. It is much easier to teach the children with love and to handle life's challenges.
My husband and I are equals. I feel loved, respected, and appreciated by him. I hope he feels the same things from me.

Are there restrictions based on race or color concerning who can join The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and have the priesthood?

Matt answered...

There are no restrictions based on race or color for anybody who can join the church. If you have a desire to come unto Christ and be baptized with the proper authority, no matter who you are and your racial background, you will be able to.