Of course, we were all in tears and trying to deal with that. He knew decades before I did that there was such a thing as airdropping photos," Irion said of her 98-year-old father. 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. And it actually goes along with what were talking about when we asked him about his decision to let members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve, dedicated temples. So sometimes a couple of us would show up at his door with dinner or something. After 20 months in service, he left active duty at the rank of captain. Another word I think of is discipline. Hes very disciplined. And theyre difficult times for us. President Russell M. Nelson with daughter Sylvia Webster and three great-grandchildren. And it was one of the biggest blessings of my life. Since then, he has embarked on a fast-paced global ministry, traveling to more than 35 nations, extending countless invitations, leading the Church through a global pandemic and overseeing the continued Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. [48], From 2007 to 2015, Nelson was as a member of the Church Boards of Trustees/Education, the governing body of the Church Educational System, and the chairman of its executive committee. And so, did your father get everyone up and ready for church? He committed it. Sarah Jane Weaver: And since 1984, when your father was called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, you have had to share him with millions of Latter-day Saints across the globe. But are we perfect? I think really, like I say, Im seventh, so Im a younger perspective. When he was home, it was time for the family.. I feel like there was a high level of love in our home. Lost and Found Friends. [88], June 2018 began with a First Presidency-sponsored celebration of the 40th anniversary of the revelation extending priesthood and temple blessings to all worthy members without regard to race, in which Nelson gave concluding remarks. And I remember as a 14-year-old thinking, Man, are we ever gonna go home? Because we are in a different place, a different country, a different something every day, every night. From 1955 to 1965, Nelson served as a missionary on Temple Square every Thursday afternoon for about two hours giving tours to visitors. And so that was always at the top of the priority list, is to treat, not only my mother, but my sisters, and all women with respect. Laurie Marsh: You know, nothing that my dad does surprises me. He just was a very calm, and patient and loving father. Gloria Irion, Laurie Marsh and Russell Nelson Jr. discuss the lessons learned as children from their father, President Russell M. Nelson. And a husband and a wife work together in a family. The event marked the first time in history that a pope and an LDS Church president met face-to-face. President Russell M. Nelson, second from right, skiing with three daughters and a son-in-law, prior to becoming President of the Church. Gloria Irion: I know mother saw you when she was pregnant with Emily. Scripture Toss. 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. Every one of us has such a strong testimony that hes here for such a time. In May 1982 he was a visiting professor at the Hospital de Clinicas in Montevideo, Uruguay. But I would say, I know that a key part of life is to learn and to grow, and to love love one another, love the Lord and enjoy the blessings that come from Him as we keep our covenants. [117] Dantzel White was a native of Perry, Utah, and first met Nelson when they were the co-leads in a musical produced at the University of Utah. Nelson served in a variety of lay LDS Church leadership positions during his surgical career, beginning locally in Salt Lake City and then as the LDS Church's Sunday School General President from 1971 to 1979. Laurie Marsh: I dont think so. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS I often think of the Doctrine and Covenants section 6:36, Look unto me in every thought, doubt not fear not, and that is my dad. Sarah Jane Weaver: Russ, you have a huge opportunity to carry your fathers name, which also sometimes may feel heavy. 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. I think he counsels well with others. He said, Well, its like being a father. And so after they were married, they lived in her home for a little bit. There was a high expectation that we would be an eternal family, and we were going to be working together to see how we could accomplish that goal.. This broadcast ahead of the press conference was unprecedented and provided the new leaders an opportunity to briefly address the entire church immediately. 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? And so I know, for myself, that I didnt want to break the rules, because I didnt want to disappoint them. [98], In December 2018, the church's First Presidency changed the process of youth class progression and priesthood ordination. And there was a high expectation that we would be an eternal family. On April 14, 2022, Nelson surpassed Gordon B. Hinckley to become the oldest president in the history of the church. [129], Media related to Russell M. Nelson at Wikimedia Commons, "Russell Nelson" redirects here. Sarah Jane Weaver: And I never hear him use words like, must or should. Its something that Ive paid a lot of attention to, because we write his quotes in the Church News. Russell is a prophet, Baptised at sixteen, His parents were less active; He was very keen. And were talking, boxes and boxes, because mother love to decorate the house for Christmas. And I know that Daddy has been called to be the prophet in these times. Russell M. Nelson was born on September 9, 1924, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Floss Edna (ne Anderson; 18931983) and Marion Clavar Nelson (18971990). There is no surprise to me that we were all so excited to be mothers because of the way he felt that position was such a place of honor, such a calling of honor. [44] For a time he was also the church's representative to a US State Department committee on international religious freedom. Sister Nelson passed away in February 2005. [71] On August 8, 2022, Nelson became the church's oldest apostle ever, surpassing David B. [28] Later, he performed the same operation on future LDS Church president Spencer W. Kimball, replacing his damaged aortic valve. He said it was like a womens dormitory., Gloria Irion: It was definitely like a sorority, for sure. And he said, Oh, no, Im just good at taking instruction. [73], The first trip, called a global ministry tour by the church, occurred in April 2018, when Nelson along with his wife, and Jeffrey R. Holland and his wife, met with Latter-day Saints in London, England; Jerusalem; Nairobi, Kenya; Harare, Zimbabwe; Bengaluru, India; Bangkok, Thailand; Hong Kong; and Laie, Hawaii. Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. 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. [65], When he was Sunday School General President, Nelson attended a meeting where Kimball urged those present to learn Chinese. Friend. You know, we were all really close in age, and hed spend his whole time untangling our lines, because we would throw them wherever. We were traveling with President Nelson on his global ministry in Uruguay. He was stern to us if we were rude to mom, but very, very Christlike.. President Nelson did not push his children one way or another in their career choices. "[112], While a student at the University of Utah, Nelson met and began dating fellow Utah student Dantzel White (19262005). Those grandchildren are now having their own children, President Nelson wrote in an Instagram post on July 7. 1950) in the Salt Lake Temple. It was probably 10 years ago that he taught Katie how to AirDrop photos. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: One quality I always think of about our dad is active. He always is going and doing things, whether were freshly landed on a, from an airplane, and rather than sitting in the hotel room, or sit, he likes to go out and walk, or do the dishes after a meal, or what have you. First, he would find and greet his late wife, Dantzel Nelson. Find us on your favorite podcasting channel or with other news and updates about the Church on TheChurchNews.com. 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. And so a lot of his column dinner table comments and conversations that weve had, I see them now coming through in some of these adjustments, in these teachings, that this isnt a church for the people here in Utah or Idaho or Arizona or the United States. [75], In September 2018, Nelson visited the Dominican Republic, where he gave an entire talk in Spanish, which was believed to be the first time a church president had given an extended talk in a formal setting in a language other than English. Monson. He tended to walk through their home, turning off extra lights or the television, before sitting down to dinner with the family. Russell M. Nelson was a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints when this fireside was given on 6 February 2005. When she passed, it wasnt OK, well, weve got this eternal perspective and lets move on. I dont want that to come across. Is that hard? [100] Nelson had previously characterized the 2015 policy as direction from God, stating "Each of us during that sacred moment felt a spiritual confirmation. He loves to be up on the latest technology. Gloria Irion: Well, we always did, like almost everyone else, Im sure, did fun summer trips, whether we rented a cabin up at Brighton or, you know, went to the beach in California or drove up to Canada. Explore Russell M. Nelson net worth, birthday, height, age, bio, salary, 2023! While in Rome, the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles took the first apostolic group photo in two decades. Sarah Jane Weaver: I think thats a really beautiful thing. In April 2006, he married Wendy L. Watson. 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. 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. Gloria Irion: I thought it was really a blessing. He just goes forward and learns what he needs to learn and takes all of the experience with him to help. Thats why were here, but they dont need to be a trial of our faith. Gloria Irion: We would go on dates. Laurie Marsh: Really, we have extraordinary parents, but we are a normal family. In Minnesota, he served as what was then known as Sunday School Superintendent in his local congregation. And we knew that. Please remember to subscribe to this podcast and if you enjoyed the messages we shared today, please make sure you share the podcast with others. And thats less great than his wonderful hugs, but we get to see FaceTime, Daddy gets to see FaceTime for people that are across the country, our missionaries in the world, you know, some of the family members that are missionaries every once in a while, theyll get to tune in on these calls. [20] Nelson was also the director of the University of Utah thoracic surgery residency program. Sarah Jane Weaver: And I want to talk about, you know, you had this very tight-knit family that enjoyed being together and cherished the connections you had with each other. Hes curious. And a constant forever is that routine of coming home and finding mother and greeting her and then having dinner together was always a great thing. But a lot of the things that he made look easy, for me, now as a parent, with kids, ranging from 14 to 26 years old, takes a lot of effort and takes a lot of knowledge. Or I happened to be serving a mission during most of his time so far, and Preach My Gospel was another one that helped build my faith. A stake's high priest quorum now consists of current members of stake presidencies, high councils, bishoprics and functioning patriarchs. He next served as member of the Bonneville Stake YMMIA superintendency (a position roughly equivalent to a modern counselor in the stake young men's presidency) and then as a counselor in the bishopric of the Garden Park Ward. I mean, I can remember having so many fun experiences. Programa: Welcome to the weekly MormonNewsRoundup where Al & Dives ruminate on the great and spacious Beehive!, ep. And I think thats a sentiment that is shared by all of our listeners, as well. 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. I remember vividly baths with Daddy, he would get three or four of us in the tub at a time. Everything amazes me, but nothing surprises me. What was discipline like in your home growing up? 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. Marsh has learned the importance of developing a relationship with Jesus Christ and following the prophet. And she just kind of slumped over. And so is his wife and my mother had an amazing role in that, as well. Famous Military Physician Russell M. Nelson was born on September 9, 1924 in United States. In 1992, it was identified he was on the Strengthening Church Members Committee, alongside fellow apostle James E. And of course, its true. And Ill never forget President Nelson looked at that little boy so tenderly. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: I remember the night when our mom passed away. Dont know what I did in the pre-life, but Im grateful every day to be the daughter of Russell and Dantzel Nelson. Sarah Jane Weaver: And Russ, we saved you for last, because you came at the end of the Nelson family. ", "Discovering a Surgical First: Russell M. Nelson and Tricuspid Valve Annuloplasty", "At U. Commencement, President Nelson and Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell give advice about adversity", "U of U Health - Celebrating 60 Years of Cardiac Surgery in Utah With Russell M. Nelson, M.D. So yeah, we know that hes curious. And he had a Church assignment in England, it was the 150th anniversary of the Church in England. . And they were sitting on the sofa together holding hands. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Yeah, thats, thats well-documented in, in the books. Subscribe to theChurch News podcastonApple Podcasts,Amazon,Google Podcasts,Stitcher,Spotify,bookshelf PLUSor wherever you get podcasts. And we have a couple of things in place. [86], During the church's April general conference, Nelson appointed Asian-American Gerrit W. Gong and Brazilian Ulisses Soares to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, both of whom had been serving in the Presidency of the Seventy. And he did always emphasize how important education is, but as far as career choice goes, he never pushed one way or another. Gloria Irion: I remember him coming over, we would have him over for a meal or something after mother had passed away. How do you sum up a lifetime of being taught? Russell Nelson Jr. said. 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. In 1960, he performed one of the first-ever repairs of tricuspid valve regurgitation. [38][39] He later served as a stake president in Salt Lake City from 1964 to 1971, with fellow future apostle Joseph B. Wirthlin serving as his second counselor. That doesnt sound like fun at all now as an adult, but somehow he made it seem like it was something that obviously, it needed to be done. He set a great example of studying and doing well in school, but we never felt that it was tied to their feelings for us.. And so he would try to teach me how to, from simple things like change a light bulb, to shovel the walks, or do the garbage and, you know, take care of things around the house. Mother was a beautiful singer. The unnamed plaintiffs alleged that Richard and Brenda Miles, son-in-law and daughter of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints president Russell M. Nelson, hosted "touching parties" in the 1980s where children as young as one-year-old were . [111], In April 2020, Nelson announced plans to build a temple in Shanghai, China. And, you know, he knew decades before I did that there was such a thing as AirDropping photos, and he taught our daughter and we didnt even know there was such a thing. Thanks to our guests, to my producer, KellieAnn Halvorsen, and others who make this podcast possible. She, like my mother, is a very Christ-centered person. Back row are doctors Lester R. Sauvage, Sigmund A. Wesolowski, President Nelson, Alton Ochsner, Jr. and Henry H. Balch. And so, well, his health and strength is due in large part to her efforts and all the things that she does, in ways to support him that we dont know the half of, Im sure. He was set apart as President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles by President Thomas S. Monson on July 15, 2015. He was one of four children born to Floss Edna Nelson (ne Anderson; 1893-1983) and Marion Clavar Nelson (1897-1990). And, Gloria, lets start with you. Baptism. His father worked for the Deseret News in the past. They had a wonderful married life. That was a good window into the eternities and how we just keep going, Russell Nelson Jr. said. Everything amazes me, but nothing surprises me. You get more joy from letting other people have that experience than you do from having that experience yourself. And I thought that was such a beautiful sentiment. Hes always had a lot of responsibilities. Both parents played the piano and their mother was a talented singer. And I think the other thing is, weve talked about the consistency of my dad, and my parents consistently had family prayer. [24] He was at the forefront of surgeons focusing attention on coronary artery disease,[26] and contributed to the advance of valvular surgery as well. And to help make this goal of being an internal family happen. In this assignment, he worked closely with Dennis B. Neuenschwander and Hans B. Afterwards, in September, he traveled to church meetings in several European countries. Emily Nelson Wittwer died of cancer in 1995. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Sarah Jane Weaver: Now I heard your father once describe your home growing up. It is a worldwide church and it is the Church of Jesus Christ and its for everyone. And so, like Laurie said, hes always been very consistent throughout his whole life. They consistently had family home evening. I love the fact that just this year before conflict broke out between Russia and Ukraine in Eastern Europe, he had given a message and directed it to all the Saints in Europe, and told him that the future was bright for the Church in Europe. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She knows her father has been called as Prophet for this time and is grateful to be his daughter. [80][81][82], In August 2019, Nelson visited Guatemala, Colombia, Ecuador, Argentina and Brazil. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. I tell people all the time that I think we owe Wendy Nelson and the Lord for his longevity and his ability to serve in his capacity right now, Marsh said. But we, we had him come over for dinner. Hes always doing something, always engaged.. On January 29, 1995, Emily died of cancer when she was 37 years old. Im just taking instruction and do it.. He couldnt resist. They were not untouched by tragedy. And so that was one-on-one time with him, or one-on-two, if there was someone else with you. [15] Nelson began his first year of medical school while still an undergraduate, and completed the four-year MD program in only three years. Ordained an Apostle on 12 April 1984, Elder Nelson received his B.A. Dallin H. Oaks, then a law professor at Chicago and a fellow Latter-day Saint, actively worked to recruit Nelson. [You] will . And I think we had as much fun after we came home from our dates as we did on the dates. And theres no surprise to me that we all were so excited to be mothers, because the way he felt that position was such a calling of honor. With the death of Monson on January 2, 2018, Nelson became the anticipated successor to the church's presidency. And I just kind of said, What do you, what do you want us to do now? Asking from a point of, How can we help you? He doesnt look for anybodys approval, but the Lords. In Washington DC, he was a counselor in the bishopric of the ward Ezra Taft Benson, then an apostle, regularly attended while serving as Secretary of Agriculture to Dwight D. Eisenhower. 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. It is anticipated that the process of creating the new unified hymnbook and children's songbook will take several years. What was your house like, when you were children? This episode of the Church News podcast features three of President Nelson's 10 Children, Gloria Irion, Laurie Marsh and Russell Nelson Jr. And Gloria, lets start with you. Neither Nelson nor the Church is. I only remember four, maybe four or five, of my sisters at home at once rather than all nine or 10 of us being together. And, but yeah, I think he set a great example of, you know, studying and doing well in school. But I do have that visual image. 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. But, yeah, we have strong testimonies and gratitude that the Lord has blessed us with prophets, to have that guidance in our lives. Six people named the daughter and son-in-law of the president of the Mormon church in a lawsuit Wednesday on charges of child sexual abuse. [24], In 2015, the University of Utah, along with the American College of Cardiology, created the Russell M. Nelson MD, PhD Visiting Professorship in Cardiothoracic Surgery. Sarah Jane Weaver: Share a little more about what your father taught you about women and being raised in this home with so many women. That was always at the top of the priority list to treat not only my mother, but my sisters and all women, with respect.. He had a good way of making very mundane and plain things feel like it was great to do, and great to do together, Russell Nelson Jr. said. [23][24] That operation was performed at the Salt Lake General Hospital (SLGH, now University of Utah Hospital) on an adult with an atrial septal defect. And you know, he just made it fun. Dear Friends. Were so grateful that you would share him with us so that he could teach us so much about the Savior Jesus Christ. Laurie Marsh: I think for me, too, I just have, as weve gone through those times that are more difficult, Ive just held on the example of my parents. Did you focus on science and math? Russell Nelson Jr. remembers his father teaching him how to maintain the home, from changing a light bulb to shoveling the walks and taking out the garbage, as well as other home duties. [114] The following year, Nelson married Wendy L. Watson (b. Its, What do you know now? And we always give our guests the last word. Laurie Marsh: Yeah, he committed pretty fast. He loves to be up on the latest technology. "[94][95][96], In the October 2018 general conference, Nelson adjusted the balance between a home-centered, church-supported form of worship. Nelson was set apart as the quorum president on July 15, 2015, by Thomas S. And I had the chance to interview him and I said, Well, this is the first time youve been out and out among the Saints since the COVID pandemic. And he did not like that question. You know, we do a lot of Zoom calls. I often think of Doctrine and Covenants 6:36, Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not, and that is my dad.. President Russell M. Nelson, second from right, skiing with three daughters and a son-in-law, prior to becoming President of the Church. Our inheritance is sacred. 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. [32] Nelson traveled extensively as a medical doctor and addressed conferences in many parts of Latin America and Africa, as well as in India and China. He had this folding table that we would pull out from under a bed, and he would set it up and start taping up all these Gloria Irion: Spreadsheets. Sarah Jane Weaver: Yeah, Ive heard him say it, too. If he didnt have other responsibilities or obligations, he was fully present. [65] While there, Nelson visited government officials, was interviewed by Yuzhnaya Stalitsa television, and dedicated that country for the preaching of the gospel. So always active, always doing something, always engaged. Sarah Jane Weaver: And when I think about your fathers ministry as president of the Church, its sort of compartmentalized for me. And there was a high expectation that we would be an eternal family and we were going to be working together to see how we could get that goal accomplished. But we just, out of love and not wanting to be left out. [50], Following the death of Boyd K. Packer[51] on July 3, 2015, Nelson became the most senior member of the Quorum of the Twelve and the quorum's president. And see each other as a family be together kind of remotely. He lived that saying.. [4][17], After medical school, Nelson went to the University of Minnesota for his medical residency. My guess is he made sure we looked presentable. And when he was teaching me how to water ski, or having very, very spiritual experiences on the mountain, when we were skiing. But yeah, its less than, less than ideal, but in a lot of ways, there are some advantages to the Zoom calls too. Laurie Marsh: I think I have probably learned from President Nelson the importance of my relationship with my Savior and how that can help with everything that we do thats full of joy, or not full of joy, in our life. On February 12, 2005, Nelson lost his first wife unexpectedly. This letter reiterated existing policies, but also explicitly stated that no one should ever be counseled against reporting abuse to legal authorities. Number two, he would look around to turn off any electrics, that were extra, you know, like the TV or more lights than he felt should be on. He was a very calm, patient and loving father. There was no question he was the head of the home. Ive been so grateful for the teachings that our parents have given us about the importance of being centered in Jesus Christ. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: And we were just, and we would just love to help him and doing taxes. [105] His travels have been punctuated by several temple dedications, most notably the Rome Italy Temple in March 2019, which was attended by all current members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Yet your family has a reputation of not expecting to be treated any different than any other Latter-day Saints. And that always meant a lot. Yeah, he might watch a bowl game on New Years day. From left: Marjorie Lowder; Elder Michael T. Ringwood, a General Authority Seventy; Sister Rosalie Ringwood; and Wendy Maxfield. In 1985, Nelson was the first person ever to be made an honorary professor of Shandong Medical College. It could perceive a lot of weight on my shoulders, because hows he going to besmirch, our name? Nelson signed 1,150 mission calls as the presiding apostle. He always is going and doing things, Russell Nelson Jr. said. Shes been a marvelous companion for him since day one, I believe. [22], In 1955, Nelson returned to Salt Lake City and accepted a faculty position at the University of Utah School of Medicine. "The purpose of the Church is to bring the blessings of God to His children on both sides of the veil," he said. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Join us every week for a new episode. This is the way we treat this person, you know. [39][4], Nelson was called as an apostle by church president Spencer W. Kimball, to whom he had served as a personal physician for many years. And it was a nice reinforcement of, you know, Dont worry about him. And I just feel like hes just made it very clear of the importance of having Christ be the center of my life. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: 217 total, I think was the last number I knew. He made everything look easy. But I wouldnt say that its an overwhelming thought thats always at the forefront of my mind. [13], Nelson studied at LDS Business College in his mid-teens (concurrently with high school enrollment) and worked as an assistant secretary at a bank. [37], After returning to Salt Lake City, he was called as priest quorum advisor in the Garden Park Ward, working with over 50 boys ages 16 to 18. We just need to be a child of God and we all are. Sarah Jane Weaver:And Laurie, I want to share a story. I love this idea that she was the first person he looked for when he came home. [79], On March 9, 2019, Nelson met with Pope Francis at the Vatican. Dr. Russell M. Nelson holds a model of the human heart. Absolutely not. We love Wendy. But Is the Real Name Too Long? Daddy was able to participate in the school musical up at the University of Utah his freshman year. And we try to unwind it and we try to untangle it and he kind of just stops for a second, exasperated and looks up at me goes, This reminds me of fishing with your sisters.. He also purchased one for each of his nine daughters, delivered with a note that read, With love as a potential mother.. [45][46], Nelson's assignments as an apostle have included supervisory responsibility for the LDS Church in Africa. He never misses them, never. He noticed every little thing and taught us by example that our mother was of huge value to us, and No. I want to talk about President Nelson before he was a Church leader. But no, its been an honor. Petersen. 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. And then go to Laurie and end with Russ. This episode of the Church News podcast features three of President Nelsons 10 children: Gloria Irion, Laurie Marsh and Russell Nelson Jr. During his April 2018 visit to India, Nelson explained to church members that the Lord had instructed him to announce the temple the night before general conference, though he had not originally planned to do so. 1, she said. Sarah Jane Weaver: It is great to have you with us today. [22] His patient was a Latter-day Saint stake patriarch. Shes very strong. Friend January 2019 "Show and Tell" Senior Primary children in Greater Manchester, England, wrote their own verse about President Russell M. Nelson for the song "Follow the Prophet.". Screenshot from YouTube And we all got to choose other instruments. Nelson was sustained as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles on April 7, 1984, during the church's general conference. They had ten children together, nine daughters, Rosalie, Sylvia, Marsha, Wendy, Brenda, Emily, Laurie, Marjorie, and Gloria, and one son, Russell. And that was something that when I first heard that, was a huge surprise to me. President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints poses in his office in the Church Administration Building in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, April 13, 2022. I know he was aching it was tough for him to. 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. "All are children of God." 1:29 Can You Feel My Love? Sarah Jane Weaver: And, you know, when you think about the influence of women in his life, its hard not to also think about Sister Wendy Watson Nelson, who he married after your mothers death. Gloria Irion: You know, I just had a thought about what an important thing music was in our home. 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. 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. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Yeah, its been fun to kind of contrast and compare the way his teachings and ministry happens worldwide now, to the way it was done in our home when we were young, when I was young. I do remember him changing diapers, and reading books and helping us with homework. I hope you have learned something today about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints by peering with me through the Church News window. [89] A few days before this, Nelson and his counselors met with the national leaders of the NAACP. [74], In June 2018, Nelson traveled to Alberta, Canada, where his second wife was born and raised, and gave three devotional addresses in three consecutive evenings. What was it like when he came home? I had a flashback of when mother had kind of gotten a baby, usually a girl, at that point in time, to sleep, finally, at night. 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. But yes, hes very driven, and very bright, and catches on fast, but loves to be up on the latest technology. All rights reserved. Here he is in his 90s and always up on the latest technology with the great help that he gets. Music was something we love to do together, Irion said. He did what he needed to do, he knew. But as Ive watched Daddy go through those times. He doesnt look for anybodys approval, but the Lords right. Gloria Irion: Its been wonderful to have. 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. We, one time, I had gotten all the Christmas decorations out of the attic. So, I thought that was a good example to always be a learner, a lifelong learner. But I think a great impact on me is what Gloria shared, I think the fact that he has honored me, every Mothers Day my whole entire life, speaks volumes of the importance of family and the importance of eternal relationships. He talks about losing his wife to a heart attack after having spent his whole career studying and treating and operating on the heart. The proclamation coincided with the 200th anniversary of Joseph Smith's First Vision and is the sixth proclamation issued by the church in its history.[103][104]. In addition to the large crowd in attendance, the devotional was broadcast across the state. Its been five years since President Nelson was sustained and set apart on Jan. 14, 2018, as the Churchs 17th President. President Russell M. Nelson sits down with a puzzle in his spare time. And in that letter, he committed that he wouldnt do anything to besmirch our name. He loves to learn. He knew everything, not because hes a know-it-all, but because he legitimately has a thirst for knowledge and learning. Shes precious, and an angel mother, as he called her. [120], In June 2018, the University of Utah endowed a chair in cardiothoracic surgery named after Nelson and his first wife, Dantzel. [114] Together they had ten children: nine daughtersMarsha, Wendy (19512019),[115] Gloria, Brenda, Sylvia, Emily (19581995),[116] Laurie, Rosalie, and Marjorieand a son, Russell Jr. (b. So we would spend time together on a family trip. Dantzel and Russell Nelson had ten children, 56 grandchildren, and 14 great grandchildren. I remember him saying once, but living it always was, The best thing a man can do for his children is to love their mother. And I just feel like Wow, he did that so well and just exemplified that. And I feel like we were so secure, because we knew they were secure. Laurie Marsh: You know, nothing that my dad does surprises me, nothing. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Even, a long time ago, I was 14, right after my freshman year of high school, I was the only one at home. And these are the kind of the old school Christmas lights, the glass bulbs, the thick gauge cables. leading the Church through a global pandemic, President Russell M. Nelsons prophetic ministry: 5 years of historic leadership, revelation and invitations, What 3 of 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. sibley memorial hospital trauma level, roboform lifetime deal, country band looking for bass player, ambetter refund check 2020, sapphire value calculator, how to set up quill business account, discovery park country concert 2022, powershell string interpolation object property, significado de koda tierra de osos, tim lagasse rhode island, ocso inmate search near oklahoma city, ok, minecraft cyberpunk skins, flight attendant crash pads charlotte, tetris math is fun, battleheart legacy guide, For such a beautiful sentiment are a normal family much fun after we came home and spacious!! 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