[69] After being ordained and set apart as church president on January 14, 2018, Nelson was introduced to church members and the media two days later, along with Oaks as his First Counselor and Henry B. Eyring as Second Counselor. Scripture Toss. [77][78], On February 10, 2019, Nelson spoke to church members in Arizona at State Farm Stadium in Glendale. [79], On March 9, 2019, Nelson met with Pope Francis at the Vatican. [4] Nelson was a member of the LDS Church's Quorum of the Twelve Apostles for nearly 34 years, and was the quorum president from 2015 to 2018. In 2011, Nelson Sr. returned to Russia to organize the first church stake in that country, headquartered in Moscow. Sarah Jane Weaver: He committed pretty fast? President Russell M. Nelson is the father of nine daughters and one son and has 57 grandchildren. From left: Marjorie Lowder; Elder Michael T. Ringwood, a General Authority Seventy; Sister Rosalie Ringwood; and Wendy Maxfield. Laurie Marsh: But Daddy still will hand-write a birthday card and mail it to every single member of the family and Christmas and wedding anniversaries. But my dads always been well-known, well-known renowned heart surgeon or stake president, or general Sunday School president. [55] "It was our privilege as apostles to sustain what had been revealed to President Monson," Nelson said. And so, did your father get everyone up and ready for church? Haight. That was always number one. And that, by no coincidence, is tied to the word disciple. And they said, Oh were just ordinary men in extraordinary callings. But kind of like I was saying earlier, I think, with my perspective of age, theyre a lot more than just ordinary men. He also purchased one for each of his nine daughters, delivered with a note that read, With love as a potential mother.. He was set apart as a counselor in the bishopric by Joseph Fielding Smith, whose son-in-law was the bishop. Especially being at the younger end, I saw more mature father and parents than my siblings did. What was it like for the Nelson children to grow up in a home with a world-famous heart surgeon? All RUSSELL M. NELSON Quotes about "Children". President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hugs children after a devotional in Asuncin, Paraguay, on Monday, October 22, 2018. He became a doctor, Doctor of the heart. And were talking, boxes and boxes, because mother love to decorate the house for Christmas. [70] Nelson chose not to retain Dieter F. Uchtdorf, who had served as Monson's Second Counselor, in the new First Presidency. And I know that hes there for me, I know, even as busy as he is, right now, I know that hes either a phone call, or a text or an email away from me whenever I need him. And shes always a cheerleader for Daddy in front of us, for sure. And that was underscored in just about everything that we did from, you know, We shouldnt let mother, or she shouldnt have to take out the garbage, thats our job. And so we would go take out the garbage, and make sure the home was in proper working order, and things like that from shoveling walks to doing dishes after the meal. But none of us were ever forced to come, everyone would still get together. President Russell M. Nelson and his wife Wendy Watson Nelson with family. The event marked the first time in history that a pope and an LDS Church president met face-to-face. Elder Nelson's previous marriage was to Dantzel White Nelson, who died 12 February 2005. In addition to the large crowd in attendance, the devotional was broadcast across the state. I think the Church is very well aware that they kind of had a motto when they got married to seek ye first the kingdom of God, and everything else will be added on to it. And you go through these hard and difficult times and when you see your dad be vulnerable and lose these loved ones, its hard. [90] That same weekend Nelson gave a devotional to LDS youth in which he urged them to more fully commit to the church. degrees from the University of Utah and his Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota. So, I mean, that leaves a lot of, I guess a lot of weight. [106] With the temple in Nicaragua, Nelson fulfilled an apostolic promise he had made to church members there six years earlier. Nelson took up this challenge and developed elementary proficiency in Mandarin. President Russell M. Nelson, second from right, skiing with three daughters and a son-in-law, prior to becoming President of the Church. He encouraged them to collectively choose a period of seven days in which to abstain from the use of social media. Dantzel suddenly died in 2005, and Russell immediately married another woman, Wendy L. Watson, in 2006. Welcome to the Church News podcast. And if you chose not to come, youd be missing out on a really great opportunity to be together and do something neat. The children agreed that both parents made education a high priority and fostered a love of lifelong learning. Laurie Marsh: Oh, there are so many I dont even know. I feel like the way he is leading the Church is exactly an example of the way we were raised, Marsh said. And this little boy, he couldnt have been 12. [15][16] While at the University of Utah, he was a member of the Beta Epsilon chapter of Sigma Chi and Owl and Key. And so thats been a neat thing. So always active, always doing something, always engaged. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I remember to when he had business trips, Im not sure how long this lasted, but I remember quite a few times, he would take one or two of us along when he had to go give a paper somewhere or something. Its really hard. But Ive always said it keeps me good. Gloria Irion: I think its kind of fun for people to get to see him in the light other than just twice a year at the podium, you know. I have felt during his leadership, the importance of living our lives focused on the Savior and that that should be our number one priority, no matter what were doing. Prophet, physician, husband and father: A look at the life of President Nelson, 98 statements of counsel from President Nelson in honor of his 98th birthday, Church News podcast, episode 118: Three of President Russell M. Nelsons children celebrate his 5 years as prophet, offering a glimpse into his role as a father, Invitations President Nelson has given since he became Prophet, President Russell M. Nelsons prophetic ministry: 5 years of historic leadership, revelation and invitations, A fulness of joy: President Nelson shares message of eternal life at his daughters funeral, President Nelsons family gathered virtually to celebrate his birthday and hear his hopes for them, The 2 things President Nelson wants his family to know this Christmas, President Nelson is now a great-great grandfather. [5], A native of Salt Lake City, Utah, Nelson attended the University of Utah for his undergraduate and medical school education. In April 2006, he married Wendy L. Watson. Emily Nelson Wittwer died of cancer in 1995. They agree she has been a marvelous companion for President Nelson. https://www.lds.org/general-conference?lang=eng Russell M. Nelson delivers a message titled "Children of the Covenant." He was a very calm, patient and loving father. But there was also no question that our mom was the heart of the home. They love to watch sports. First, the high priests groups at the ward level were dissolved, making all Melchizedek priesthood holders in wards and branches part of the elders quorum. He would come find that baby in the crib, pick her up and nuzzle his nose in her neck, and hold her and smell her, and sing to her,and coo to her, and put her back down and then go back if it was you know, at night after the baby had been put to bed. But we, we had him come over for dinner. Sometimes President Nelson took his children on business trips. Nelson's father was a reporter for the Deseret News and later became general manager of Gillham Advertising, Utah's earliest advertising agency. We dont have time for that. After 20 months in service, he left active duty at the rank of captain. He wanted that to be their own inspired decisions, his son said. I think the world at large has seen that hes been preserved, but to see the preparation that has happened, and to hear from him about receiving instruction, receiving guidance, following that guidance, is such a testimony to me about the prophet and the Lord communicating with the Church through the prophet and communicating with the world. Laurie Marsh: Yeah, he committed pretty fast. President 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. [93] At the church's general conference in October 2018, he reiterated his position, declaring, "It is a correction" and "It is the command of the Lord." The call to serve in this position had been extended to Nelson by Richard L. Evans, an apostle and the lead figure over publicity efforts on Temple Square. President Russell M. Nelson was called as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on April 7, 1984. He focused on the family for sure. In the five years since then, he has embarked on a fast-paced global ministry traveling to 35 nations, extending countless invitations, leading the Church through a global pandemic and overseeing the continuing restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. building a so-called 'temple' in Shanghai. Family bonds were also strengthened through holiday traditions and large gatherings. "[102], On April 5, 2020, Nelson issued a new proclamation, "The Restoration of the Fulness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ: A Bicentennial Proclamation to the World". I mean, you can imagine we always had so much fun, and he would come down and try to get us to go to sleep. And so all those little experiences add up to neat memories of him as a father and a teacher, but also of how Gods hand is in everything. Laurie Marsh: Really, we have extraordinary parents, but we are a normal family. He lived that saying.. [14] He graduated from high school at age 16 and enrolled at the University of Utah, graduating in 1945 with a Bachelor of Arts and Phi Beta Kappa membership. Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Laurie Marsh: Sure. And that if we can be obedient, and make and keep our covenants, well be able to live eternally as a family with Heavenly Father again. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: And we were just, and we would just love to help him and doing taxes. And, Laurie, lets have you weigh in first. And the thing about Daddy with this routine is when he was home, he was home. [92], In August 2018, Nelson issued a statement urging the use of the church's full name. At least I can say this, from my perspective, I know that my dad loves me. [80][81][82], In August 2019, Nelson visited Guatemala, Colombia, Ecuador, Argentina and Brazil. It was part of how they met, too, that musical up at the U. But yeah, music was something we love to do together. We were at the Washington D.C. Temple rededication. Just have faith in the Lord, do your best and everythings going to be okay. As of April 2022, Nelson has announced a total of 100 new temples to be built in several countries around the world. We have strong testimonies and gratitude that the Lord has blessed us with prophets to have that guidance in our lives., Subscribe for free and get daily or weekly updates straight to your inbox, The three things you need to know everyday, Highlights from the last week to keep you informed. But as Ive watched Daddy go through those times. Children(s) Emily Nelson Wittwer, Brenda N. Miles, MORE [X] Biography. She knows her father has been called as Prophet for this time and is grateful to be his daughter. Contents. He honored us as women as well as potential mothers.. Jointly published by the Deseret News and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, its content supports the doctrines, principles and practices of the Church. But he said, President Nelson, You had to stop being a surgeon to be a prophet, was that hard for you? You just, you just walked away from your medical career. [Laughing]. Gloria Irion: I agree. Gloria Irion: Right, yeah, it was funny. There was also a shift from having members of the Sunday School general board do all the training for new teachers to providing materials which developed into the book Teaching: No Greater Call. It was the only time I saw him turn on the TV. [91] On June 18, the First Presidency created committees assigned to form a unified hymnbook and children's songbook for the worldwide church membership, with each language edition having the same hymns (and other songs) in the same order, and that these committees would be taking submissions and collecting surveys until July 2019. Doing taxes doesnt sound like fun at all as an adult, but its something we just did together and had fun doing together.. And see each other as a family be together kind of remotely. He used it as a teaching moment for us, to help us and comfort us, Irion said. Music was something we love to do together, Irion said. I often think of Doctrine and Covenants 6:36, Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not, and that is my dad.. In this assignment, he worked closely with Dennis B. Neuenschwander and Hans B. Gloria Irion: I could probably do my own hair by them. At the same conference, Dallin H. Oaks was sustained as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve. And we just loved sharing experiences with each other. So the fact that it was her heart, everything that could have been done to help her was done. And you know, he just made it fun. And we had the privilege of having Wendy Watson as a neighbor before their marriage. He took the lens out of the fishs eye out and said, Look, this is the lens and held it up over a newspaper that was right nearby and showed how it kind of magnified the print on the newspaper. Gloria Irion: He was kind of busy with his own church callings, too. [99], In April 2019, the church's First Presidency published a revelation reversing a controversial November 2015 policy classifying same-sex marriage couples as apostates, and barring children of same-sex marriages from baby blessings, and from baptism until age 18. For his only son, its President Nelsons activity and energy. He made time for it. And when he was home, it was time for the family. Is there something that you have learned from observing his Church leadership? I kind of watched him deflect some praise that someone was directing toward him. Dallin H. Oaks, then a law professor at Chicago and a fellow Latter-day Saint, actively worked to recruit Nelson. Sister Nelson passed away in February 2005. Being as smart and skilled as he is, I kind of took some of that for granted. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Dantzel White Nelson and Russell M. Nelson. In the 2021 Friend to Friend event, President Russell M. Nelson gave this message to children around the world. President Russell M. Nelson with daughter Sylvia Webster and three great-grandchildren. Beginning in 2019, youth began moving between classes and priesthood quorums at the beginning of the year in which they turn 12, 14, or 16, rather than when their birthday occurs during the year. And while we were there, he met with some families in this meeting before the devotional. They have agreed to talk to us about President Nelson in his role as a father. From left: Marjorie Lowder; Elder Michael T. Ringwood, a General Authority Seventy; Sister Rosalie Ringwood; and Wendy Maxfield. So, those are words that I think describe him well. Laurie Marsh: I felt like from both of my parents the importance of our education that that was stressed. Nelson became a noted heart surgeon and served as president of the Society for Vascular Surgery and the Utah Medical Association.[6]. But really, we chose to come and I dont know what their secret was that made it look so awesome to participate. And Gloria, lets start with you. Friend. And so I think that was very much an emphasis in our home. And enjoy all the blessings that Heavenly Father wants to give each and every one of us. Gloria Irion: He modeled so well how we are supposed to treat her, because of the way he treated her. None of the Nelson children was told they must go to weekly church services. And he honored us as women, as well, and as potential mothers. His health and strength is due in large part to her efforts and all the things she does to support him, Russell Nelson Jr. said. What have you observed from their relationship? That was always No. So we preceded that trip with our own personal trip, where we did some family history findings throughout Scandinavia. With the death of Monson on January 2, 2018, Nelson became the anticipated successor to the church's presidency. But I know he spent a lot of time with her and with their family and tried to be supportive. And hes good at it. But there was a deep level of grief all three times and very apparent, helped us navigate it too. . This was highlighted by shortening the length of Sunday church meetings to 2-hours from the previous 3-hours. I think shes a great sounding board for Daddy and plays a critical role.. The hymn practice time in Sunday School was also renamed to worship through music. There he built his own heart-lung bypass machine and employed it to support the first open-heart surgery in the United States west of the Mississippi River. We are children of God. President Nelson, the leader of almost 17 million Latter-day Saints worldwide, has traveled to 35 nations, changed Church organization, utilized technology, led the Church through a pandemic, issued historic invitations He had a confirmation right then that this was a blessing that she went in a twinkling of an eye, basically, and kind of had to start accepting that. Because, you know, our sisters were there, sometimes their dates would hang out after, and my mother was usually there to hear the details, or just to be with us. Did you focus on science and math? You know, we were all really close in age, and hed spend his whole time untangling our lines, because we would throw them wherever. And Ive watched him help and love a lot of people along the way. [You] will . And we just enlarge our circle of love and embrace them. And really, you dont need to be the child of Russell and Dantzel Nelson to have those blessings. You know, we do a lot of Zoom calls. In the 2021 Friend to Friend event, President Russell M. Nelson gave this message to children around the world. Other Nelson family activities included skiing, summer family trips, swimming and other outings. [66] He developed ties with the medical community in China and made several trips there to train surgeons. Sarah Jane Weaver: Well, and I think for so many Latter-day Saints, that sort of hit us when we were reading your fathers gratitude message that he gave a few years ago when hes asking all of us, in the midst of this pandemic, to give thanks. [100] Nelson had previously characterized the 2015 policy as direction from God, stating "Each of us during that sacred moment felt a spiritual confirmation. Gloria Irion: Oh, right. But, yeah, we have strong testimonies and gratitude that the Lord has blessed us with prophets, to have that guidance in our lives. I want to talk about President Nelson before he was a Church leader. [21] Following his military service, he did a year of work and surgical training at Massachusetts General Hospital. And Its been interesting, as you know, Ive been a parent now for a little over 25 years, how I look back now, in retrospect, how easy he made everything look. Russell is a prophet, Baptised at sixteen, His parents were less active; He was very keen. I think really, like I say, Im seventh, so Im a younger perspective. So we all have that exact same opportunity. Gloria Irion: I remember him coming over, we would have him over for a meal or something after mother had passed away. And I just feel like hes just made it very clear of the importance of having Christ be the center of my life. And he would go over and start to play Schindlers List, and Id be in there in the kitchen, just crying my eyes out, because its such a passionate song. President Russell M. Nelson. leading the Church through a global pandemic, President Russell M. 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Temple, Episode 67: Sister Nelson on being an eyewitness to President Nelsons four years as Prophet, Episode 12: Sister Wendy Nelson joins Sister Sheri Dew to talk about President Nelsons 3 years as Prophet, Episode 47: In honor of President Nelsons 97th birthday, Sheri Dew and Michael Colemere share insights and lessons learned from the Prophet. I think its important to note, yeah, they encouraged us to do our homework and would be happy to help if we needed it. After further surgical training and a two-year stint in the U.S. Army Medical Corps during the Korean War, Nelson returned to Salt Lake City and accepted a professorship at the University of Utah School of Medicine. And I think thats something that I treasure. Gloria Irion: You know, I just had a thought about what an important thing music was in our home. It wasnt me. Lost and Found Friends. I think hes, I dont know, mind over matter what. While on duty, he was assigned to a research group formed by the commandant of the graduate school at Walter Reed, Col. William S. Stone and led by Dr. Fiorindo A. Simeone, a professor of surgery at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland who had been a clinical investigator in the Mediterranean Theater during World War II. Church President Russell M. Nelson and his wife, Sister Wendy Nelson, pose for photographs with family members after a press conference at the Church Office Building in Salt Lake City on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2018. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Right after our mom passed away, that was the first time in my life that Id ever seen him visibly sad, or not the cheerful countenance that he usually had for that year plus, after our moms passing. That was fun. [83][84], The first few months of Nelson's leadership of the LDS Church saw many significant changes to church policy, although many had at least been heavily discussed before he became church president, and some were continuations of policies instituted by his predecessors. Nelson began his presidency two days after his ordination with a short broadcast to church members in January 2018 before then holding a press conference. But I think his outward focus was a good example to us, too. And so I think we had a lot of stuff going on on Saturdays to prepare for Sunday. Sarah Jane Weaver: I think thats a really beautiful thing. I just feel like, wow, he did that so well and just exemplified that. Gloria Irion: As a father, hes very loving, and, well, as the prophet to youve seen, just very loving, very, Christlike love for everyone. There was no question he was the head of the home. So I didnt have a real close view of it, but I do remember asking him the same thing. The Soccer . This episode of the Church News podcast features three of President Nelsons 10 Children, Gloria Irion, Laurie Marsh and Russell Nelson Jr. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: One of the main things that was taught, and it wasnt so much deliberately or explicitly expressed in this way, but again, it was mostly by example of how a mother and a father work together. . Gloria Irion: We were so grateful for the technology thats available. [58][59], After Monson's call to the First Presidency in 1985, Nelson was assigned as the apostle to oversee the work of the church in Eastern Europe. So the two of them working together was just a nice example of how a husband and wife and the mother and father work together.. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: But and then, you know, another, since were talking about fishing, a related memory to that is he would, you know after we would clean the fish out. Hes going to be fine. What we need to do is focus on our little ones and continue to teach them and bring them up. [60][61] Nelson was involved in the first meetings between LDS Church leaders and government officials of Bulgaria,[62] Romania, and the Soviet Union, and worked to continue LDS expansion and recognition efforts in Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Poland. "Who are we? [119] Watson, originally from Raymond, Alberta, was a professor of marriage and family therapy at BYU prior to her retirement in 2006. Age, Height, and Weight Being born on 9 September 1924, Russell M Nelson is 98 years old as of today's date 13th January 2023. But he would also buy us daughters a corsage with a note with love as a potential mother. And then they switch over to the Utah basketball game. I remember him saying it once, but living it always, the best thing a man can do for his children is to love their mother, Irion said. He treated her like royalty, Russell Nelson Jr. said. The Everlasting Covenant Monthly Liahona Message, October 2022 The Everlasting Covenant By President Russell M. 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