Who Is the New Apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?
Elder Gérald Caussé was called on Thursday by President Dallin H. Oaks to join The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, replacing the late President Russell M. Nelson as a modern-day apostle of Jesus Christ.
Calling and Ordination
The 62-year-old Elder Caussé was sustained to this lifelong position by The First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve and subsequently ordained as an apostle. He fills the vacancy left by President Nelson’s passing.
Testimony of Jesus Christ
“I’ve always had a testimony of Jesus Christ. He’s always been in the center of my life. And I know He’s our Savior and Redeemer. What a wonderful thing it is to be a witness of Christ. That’s the best responsibility or stewardship we might have in our lives.” — Elder Gérald Caussé
Previous Church Service
- Served as the church’s presiding bishop for the past decade, managing financial affairs, humanitarian spending, and temple and meetinghouse maintenance.
- Held the role of first counselor in the Presiding Bishopric from 2012 to 2015, with 13 years of total service there.
- President of the Paris France Stake from 2001 to 2007.
- Called as an Area Seventy in April 2007 and as a General Authority Seventy on April 5, 2008, at age 44.
Professional Background
Before his full-time church service, Elder Caussé was a businessman and earned an equivalent of a Master’s degree in Business Administration.
Author's summary: Elder Gérald Caussé, a seasoned leader with extensive church and business experience, now serves as an apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, continuing a lifelong devotion to Jesus Christ.