Jay A. Parry is a popular speaker and well-known author. He has worked as an editor for the Ensign magazine and for Deseret Book, for many years has been a teacher at BYU Education Week, and has spoken at countless firesides.Many of his publications have focused on the power of the gospel in our daily lives. Everyday Miracles, Everyday Heroes, and Everyday Answers all brought together true stories of people who experienced that power.In addition, as a student of the scriptures he has shared doctrinal insights pertaining to many subjects. He is the coauthor (with his brother Donald Parry) of Understanding Death and the Resurrection, Understanding the Signs of the Times, and Understanding Isaiah.Brother Parry has served as chair of a general Church curriculum committee and as a bishop and stake president in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He and his wife, Vicki Hughes Parry, are the parents of seven children and have seven grandchildren.His most recent book is The Twelve Purposes of Life: A Down-to-Earth Guide for the Mortal Traveler.
