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Quiet Disciples: How Everyday Acts of Faith Shape God's Work
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Expected 2 Feb 26Amid the legacies of remarkable figures and renowned Church leaders, it’s easy to wonder whether humble, everyday acts of faith really make a difference. But for every Latter-day Saint who serves in the spotlight, there are countless others whose quiet contributions shape the course of God’s work.
This powerful collection of stories celebrates faithful disciples who, though they may be considered ordinary, have contributed to the building up of the kingdom in extraordinary ways. From lesser-known scriptural figures to humble pioneers to modern-day Saints, each account showcases the incomparable power of quiet discipleship. For those who feel their efforts are unnoticed or their sacrifices too small to matter, the message is God sees you, and your faithfulness is never in vain.
This powerful collection of stories celebrates faithful disciples who, though they may be considered ordinary, have contributed to the building up of the kingdom in extraordinary ways. From lesser-known scriptural figures to humble pioneers to modern-day Saints, each account showcases the incomparable power of quiet discipleship. For those who feel their efforts are unnoticed or their sacrifices too small to matter, the message is God sees you, and your faithfulness is never in vain.
279 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication February 2, 2026
About the author
Mary Jane Woodger
54 books17 followersDr. Mary Jane Woodger is an Associate Professor of Church History and Doctrine at Brigham Young University. Born and raised in American Fork and Salt Lake City, Utah, Dr. Woodger has always had a great love for teaching. After obtaining a B.S. in Home Economics Education, Dr. Woodger taught Home Economics and American History in Salt Lake City where she received the Vocational Teacher of the Year Award from Jordan School District. In 1992, she completed her M.Ed. at Utah State University. In 1997, she received from Brigham Young University an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership, with a minor in Church History and Doctrine.
In 1998 Dr. Woodger was honored by Kappa Omicron Nu, with an Award of Excellence for her dissertation research, entitled "The Educational Ideals of David O. McKay." Since then she has had three books published about the life and teachings of David O. McKay. She has also authored numerous articles on doctrinal, historical, and educational subjects. These articles have appeared in various academic journals, as well as venues for the LDS audience including the Journal of Book of Mormon Studies, Deseret News Church News, and The Religious Educator. She was recently honored with the best article of the year award from the Utah Historical Society. Her current research interests include twentieth century Church history, Latter-day Saint women's history, and Church education.
(from https://religion.byu.edu/mary-jane_wo...)
In 1998 Dr. Woodger was honored by Kappa Omicron Nu, with an Award of Excellence for her dissertation research, entitled "The Educational Ideals of David O. McKay." Since then she has had three books published about the life and teachings of David O. McKay. She has also authored numerous articles on doctrinal, historical, and educational subjects. These articles have appeared in various academic journals, as well as venues for the LDS audience including the Journal of Book of Mormon Studies, Deseret News Church News, and The Religious Educator. She was recently honored with the best article of the year award from the Utah Historical Society. Her current research interests include twentieth century Church history, Latter-day Saint women's history, and Church education.
(from https://religion.byu.edu/mary-jane_wo...)
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