AMERICAN FORK, UTAH (January 19, 2002)- Astonishing true stories of the gift of tongues, healing, and the raising of the dead are among those that President Harold B. Lee, eleventh president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, kept tucked away in what he labeled his "Miracle File."

After President Lee's death, his son-in-law, L. Brent Goates, found the "Miracle File" and felt strongly that these stories needed to be shared with Latter-day Saints. He compiled the most compelling stories in his book, Harold B. Lee: Remembering the Miracles. "President Lee seldom talked about his 'Miracle File,' even among his family," said Goates. "I was so impressed with these stories of divine guidance, strength, and protection at home and abroad. I didn't want their miraculous nature to be forgotten when I am gone."

This decision led Goates on an extensive and difficult search to find the individuals who shared their stories. " I wanted to find out if these people had remained true and were still strong-if their miracle stood the test of time," said Goates. "Many of these letters had been written years earlier and I had to become my own private detective agency to find them, despite moves and name changes. I had many miracles of my own during my search."

Goates had one goal in mind when choosing which stories to include. "We live in a dark world where people have to fight for their faith," said Goates. "I wanted readers to remember that God is close, that He answers prayers, and that the day of miracles has not passed."

"Harold B. Lee served as president of the LDS Church for only eighteen months-from 1972 to 1973-there are so many members who did not get to know him," said Robby Nichols, vice president of Marketing at Covenant Communications. "The fact that this book sold out of its first printing in less than a month is a strong testament to the intense interest that members have to finally know this quiet and powerful man."

"The allure of this book is that it offers a glimpse into the humility of a man who, despite his important calling, still marveled at God's powerful influence in people's lives," said Shauna Nelsen, Managing Editor at Covenant Communications. "It is rare to have such an intimate glimpse into the tender heart of a servant of God."

"Latter-day Saints can learn from President Lee and create their own 'Miracle File,'" said Goates. "Most families have miraculous stories they cherish and I urge them to record them and make them available for their children to help them in building their faith."

Harold B. Lee: Remembering the Miracles, compiled by L. Brent Goates ($17.95 hardcover, $19.95 cassette, $21.95 CD) is published by Covenant Communications and is available at bookstores everywhere, or at www.covenant-lds.com.

Founded in 1958, Covenant Communications publishes more than 100 book, audio, and software titles annually, and is the largest independent publisher in the LDS market.