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David O. McKay; 9th President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; April 9, 1951 () – January 18, 1970 () Predecessor: George Albert Smith: Successor: Joseph Fielding Smith: President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles (with Joseph Fielding Smith as Acting President)
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Learn about the life and ministry of David O. McKay, who became the ninth President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1951. Read about his heritage, childhood, education, mission, marriage, and teachings as a prophet of God.
Learn about the life and ministry of David O. McKay, who served as an Apostle for 44 years and as Church President for 19 years. Watch videos of his testimony, teachings, and experiences as a missionary, educator, and temple builder.
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Learn about the life and service of David O. McKay, the ninth President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was a teacher, missionary, Apostle, and leader who expanded the Church's missionary program and temples.
Mar 25, 2024 · David O. McKay (born Sept. 8, 1873, Huntsville, Utah, U.S.—died Jan. 18, 1970, Salt Lake City, Utah) was a U.S. religious leader, the ninth president (1951–70) of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons). He served as a missionary in Scotland (1897–99) and then returned to Utah to become instructor and principal (1899 ...
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Oct 12, 2016 · Contributed By Jason Swensen, Church News staff writer. 12 October 2016. In 1966, President David O. McKay encouraged the Saints to “walk in the light as He is in the light, thereby avoiding the unhappiness, sinfulness, and misery of a misguided world.”. His message is applicable today.
Aug 13, 2010 · David O. McKay (1873-1970), sustained as the ninth President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on April 9, 1951, served as a General Authority for nearly sixty-four years, longer than any other person in Church history.
