David O McKay

David O McKay

1951 to 1970

Birth Date September 8, 1873
Birth Place Huntsville, Utah Territory
Marriage Date January 2, 1901
Wife’s Name Emma Ray Riggs
Number of Children 7
Death Date January 18, 1970

Education and Profession

Schools Attended University of Utah
Degree
Occupation Educator
Carrer Accomplishments
Military Services

Church Leadership

Missions Served Great Britain – 1897
Called as an Apostle April 9, 1906 – At age 32
Called as Prophet April 9, 1951 – At age 77
Other “Every member a missionary!” – Conference Report, Apr. 1959
“No other success can compensate for failure in the home.” – Conference Report, Apr. 1935

Published Works

1953 Gospel Ideals: Selections from the Discourses of David O. McKay
1955 Cherished Experiences from the Writings of President David O. McKay
1957 Pathways to Happiness
1959 Home Memories of President David O. McKay
1960 Secrets of a Happy Life
1962 Treasures of Life
1964 Ancient Apostles
1966 True to the Faith: From the Sermons and Discourses of David O. McKay
1967 Man May Know for Himself: Teachings of President David O. McKay
1971 Stepping Stones to an Abundant Life
1973 “My Young Friends…”
1999 What E’er Thou Art Act Well Thy Part: The Mission Diaries of David O. McKay
2004 Teachings of Presidents of the Church: David O. McKay

Conference Talks

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