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Russell Marion Nelson Sr. (born September 9, 1924) is an American religious leader and retired surgeon who is the 17th and current president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). [4]
5 days ago · Many around the world join in celebrating the Prophet’s life and leadership on his 100th birthday. 9 Sept 2024, 7:15 PM MDT. President Russell M. Nelson, joined by his wife, Sister Wendy Nelson, thanks those who attended his 100th birthday celebration in the Conference Center Theater on Temple Square in Salt Lake City on Monday, Sept. 9, 2024.
Sep 5, 2024 · President Russell M. Nelson — who turns 100 on Sept. 9 — was set apart as the 17th President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Jan. 14, 2018, after serving 34 years in the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. He was a world-renowned heart surgeon and medical researcher before entering full-time Church service in 1984.
Apr 10, 2024 · Russell M. Nelson was sustained and set apart as the 17th president and prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Sunday, January 14, 2018, in the upper room of the Salt Lake Temple. Personal Life. Born September 9, 1924, President Nelson is the son of Marion C. and Edna Anderson Nelson.
6 days ago · Mr. Nelson became the church’s top leader in 2018 at age 93, and will retain the position until he dies. By custom, the president of the church is the longest-serving member of the Quorum of...
Sep 6, 2024 · Did you know President Russell M. Nelson played the bugle in elementary school? Read these 100 facts about his inspiring life.
Sep 9, 2023 · President Russell M. Nelson, 17th President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, turns 99 on September 9. On Friday he gathered with his counselors, wife and children in his office in Salt Lake City.
Apr 14, 2022 · President Russell M. Nelson is now the oldest President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. At 97 years, seven months and six days old on April 14, 2022, he surpasses President Gordon B. Hinckley.
Jan 16, 2018 · In the fall of 1965, Russell M. Nelson—a surgeon and Salt Lake City stake president—made several trips to Illinois to look into an attractive and generous offer to head cardiovascular and thoracic surgery at the University of Chicago.
President Russell M. Nelson was sustained and set apart as the 17th president and prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ on Sunday, January 14, 2018 in the upper room of the Salt Lake Temple. Prior to his service as head of the Church, President Nelson served as president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles from July 15, 2015, until his call as ...
