Jeremiah Rigdon

Jeremiah Rigdon is the Living Prophet of the Mormons in 2253.

Background
Jeremiah Rigdon was the leader of the Mormons at New Canaan. He is called their "Living Prophet", genuinely considered (by believers) to be the current prophet of God's will on earth. He's a man in his early thirties, who is ageing rappidly, due to the burden of his position.

In his twenties, he found himself stricken with a terrible fever. It was during this time that he had visions and began to speak in tongues.

Uppon breaking out of this delerium, he realised that he was the true prophet and mesianic figure, who would replace Judah Black. Many of the Mormons in New Canaan doubted his intent and legitimacy. It was argued that God did not choose his prophets this way, however, this didn't stop Jeremiah as Bishop Mordecai's departure inspired him.

Uppon their return, after a failed exodus, he welcomed them with open arms.

He seems to have some form of condition, like epilepsy. Having the occasional fit, akin to the ones that he had during his fever. When having these fits, he receives messages from spirits and angels. He believes that God has sanctified multiple marriages for men, due to their tendancy to get themselves killed, defending the town. This would increase birth rates.

God went on to say that men should abstain from drugs and alcohol, to ensure that they have clear heads and pure hearts and that anyone who has these two things are welcome in New Canaan.

Jeremiah was left with the final message, that the Mormons cannot restore themselves to their former glory until Jericho has been cleansed of sin, so he formed the 'Hands of God' to carry out the deed. Although, he would much rather give up the land and move away.