The Mormon Miracle Pageant

Tonight the Mormon Miracle Pageant begins it’s 42nd season. The Pageant is a theatrical performance that portrays a young boys’ search for which Christian church to join, the origins of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the coming forth of The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ, and the Pioneer settlement of Utah. This year will also mark the 10th year that I have participated in the pageant as a cast member. The first year I was in the pageant, as a 12 year old, I was a “Standard Bearer”. These guys are soldiers who hold large banners during a battle scene from the Book of Mormon.

In subsequent years I have played many parts. Two years I played the role of Oliver Cowdery, the scribe for Joseph Smith during the translation of the Book of Mormon, and witness to the Resoration of Priesthood keys by Angelic Ministration. I also played the part of John Taylor, a man who was incarcerated with Joseph Smith at the time of his assassination by mob violence. John Taylor was shot 4 times but miraculously recovered. This year my family and I are in the “Christ in America” scene. This scene highlights the visitation of Jesus Christ to a branch of the House of Israel on the American Continent shortly after his resurrection.

If you are interested in FREE outdoor entertainment consider coming to the Mormon Miracle Pageant during the next 2 weeks. June 12-21st except Sunday and Monday. For more info visit: Mormon Miracle Pageant

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At the south end of Gunnison, just where Heritage Highway 89 crosses the Sanpitch River, the Gunnison Riverwalk winds down from the road on both east and west sides, extending about three quarters of a mile in both directions. Along the walk, young trees are getting their roots down in expectation of a lovely wooded walk a few years hence. The biggest surprise, though, as you cross under the highway, is a 218-foot mosaic featuring the Sanpitch Dragon, a beautiful, colorful 110-foot benevolent monster created by volunteers from Gunnison Valley.

The Sanpitch Dragon is the largest outdoor mosaic in Utah and well worth a visit. Streetside parking is available on both sides of the street. When you stroll down under the bridge, you’ll hear this Dragon R-O-A-R!!!

Here’s a link to a preview: Dragon Picture