 Website Statement of Purpose: To promote learning and dialogue concerning the origins and historicity (historical actuality) of the Book of Mormon. Richard Rupe, author of The Book of Mormon - An Inconvenient Truth, invites commentary on his book plus other pertinent thoughts on the pros and cons of Book of Mormon historicity. For an overview of Richard's book, refer to the Back Cover Page. Also see the Author's Note, Chapter Quotes and the Table of Contents. Click on the Dialogue page to receive instructions on submitting comments to appear on this website.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
6/26/2009 Books have arrived and are ready for sale. Please click on
Ordering Books for pricing and ordering details. Richard can be contacted via email at: richardrupe@gmail.com.
8/01/2009 Books are now available at the Book of Mormon Foundation in Independence, Missouri. They are able to process credit cards for those who desire that convenience. Their store website is: www.bomfstore.org 11/13/2009 I have been extremely gratified by the response to my book as more than 1,000 books have been sold in less than five months.
02/22/2010 In January I went on an archaeological tour in Mexico and returned with a wonderful testimony that indeed the Book of Mormon is true. Currently almost 1,250 books have been sold. I anticipate attending world conference as a delegate in the Midlands Mission Center.
12/07/11 Currently I have less than 140 books remaining. Contact me about special prices for adult Sunday School classes ($10 each including shipping for 8 or more copies).
Joseph III's Book of Mormon Experience
Before going to press I searched for a suitable Joseph Smith III quote concerning his feelings about the Book of Mormon but could not find what I wanted. Recently sister Robyn Mun spotted a clipping from the Herald of May 7, 1951 stuck in a book at the Stone Church. She was thoughtful enough to send it along to me and I want to share it with those who visit this website. Click on Miscellaneous to read this article. 8/31/09
Contact Information
See the Ordering Books section for detailed ordering information. If any questions send email to richardrupe@gmail.com or give me a call at (816) 838-2065.
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 About the Author
Richard (Rich) Rupe is a life-long member of the Community of Christ and has a church heritage that extends back to the early days of the Reorganization. He and his wife Tresia have been married for 50 years and have two children and four grandchildren. Richard has a BA degree with a major in Business Administration from Park University. He worked for AT&T as a computer programmer until his retirement in 1996. He has served the church in several capacities over the years including pastorates at three congregations and recently as Christian Education Director, counselor to the pastor and chief financial officer of the Highlands congregation. He holds the office of High Priest and has recently served as a counselor to the Midlands Mission Center Bishop.
Richard is currently serving as financial officer for the First People Congregation (a non-geographic congregation with a focus on Native American ministry).
Austin Farrer Quote
Though argument does not create conviction, lack of it destroys belief. What seems to be proved may not be embraced; but what no one shows the ability to defend is quickly abandoned. Rational argument does not create belief, but it maintains a climate in which belief may flourish. |