Born to the Virgin Mary

Delve deeper into the events surrounding the birth of the Savior. Bestselling author David J. Ridges draws on scripture to tell of the Savior's birth, early life, and a visit from the wise men. Share this booklet with your family or give it to your friends and neighbors this Christmas season and learn what life might have been like for young Jesus and His family.

David J. Ridges taught for the Church Educational System for thirty-five years. He taught adult religion and Know Your Religion classes for BYU Continuing Education and spoke at BYU Campus Education Week for many years. He has served as a curriculum writer for Sunday School, seminary, and Institute of Religion manuals. His callings in the Church include Gospel Doctrine teacher, bishop, stake president, and patriarch. He and his wife, Janette, served a full-time eighteen-month mission where they trained senior CES missionaries and helped coordinate their assignments throughout the world. They are the parents of six children and make their home in Springville, Utah.