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by Michael Owen (Author), Stephen Payseur (Author)
In 2001, Michael Owen and Stephen Payseur were playing golf together. During their play the discussion turned to many areas including religion. After talking for awhile they realized that they knew very little about the Apostles of Christ. They decided to do something about it. Both friends researched the Apostles and found some interesting stories, most of which they had never heard. They decided to write a book about all the things they had found in their research. They had no idea that their little, easy-to-read, book would turn out to be so popular. They were invited to speak at many book clubs, churches, and civic groups throughout the area and the book sold thousands of copies, surprising everyone. A.D. The Fate of the Apostles of Christ (and Others) After the Crucifixion, has been out of print for over 10 years. In Late 2010, Mike and Steve decided to re-issue the book with some up grades, including pictures, and new cover and other enhancements. This is the result. It still contains the stories and legends surrounding the deaths of the Apostles, plus it includes others who were present or had some role in the Crucifixion. People like King Herod, Pontius Pilate, Mary Magdalene, and Joseph of Arimathea are included. This little book pack lots of information between its covers and is an excellent starting point for anyone wanting to know more about the events in the early Christian Church.
Author Biography
Stephen Payseur and Michael Owen are both lifelong residents of Lincoln County, NC and have been close friends for years. This is the first book that they have co-authored, though Payseur has written 5 other books. Mike is a graduate of the University of North Carolina and is married to the former Letha Robinson. The have 2 grown children and one grandson. Being a Tarheel, Mike bleeds "Carolina Blue." He is a member of First United Methodist Church in Lincolnton and has held just about every office in the Church. He is also a member of the Lincolnton Rotary Club and is a past president. He has also served on numerous nonprofit boards. He is sought out as a speaker and often gives programs to civic and social groups. Stephen Payseur is a member of Landers Chapel United Methodist Church in Lincolnton, NC, and like Mike, has held just about every office in the Church. He is a certified Lay Speaker for the Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church. He is also a member of the Lincolnton - Sunrise Rotary Club and has served on various local non profit boards. He is married to the former Margie Miller and they have 3 grown children and 2 grandsons, so far. Payseur is a graduate of Appalachian State University. He enjoys fly fishing for trout and playing golf with Mike, "because he is the only person in the world that I can sometimes beat." Both men enjoyed their collaboration on this book and hope to do more in the future.
