So I didnt have a real close view of it, but I do remember asking him the same thing. They had ten children together, nine daughters, Rosalie, Sylvia, Marsha, Wendy, Brenda, Emily, Laurie, Marjorie, and Gloria, and one son, Russell. You must do this. Instead, he seems to invite us as members of the Lords Church to follow the commandments and then claim all the blessings that we can get from that. (KUTV) At least six people are suing the daughter and son-in-law of Russell M. Nelson, the president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This broadcast ahead of the press conference was unprecedented and provided the new leaders an opportunity to briefly address the entire church immediately. Especially being at the younger end, I saw more mature father and parents than my siblings did. It was a real love of my parents. In Minnesota, he served as what was then known as Sunday School Superintendent in his local congregation. While in Rome, the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles took the first apostolic group photo in two decades. Laurie Marsh The way hes leading the Church is exactly an example of the way we were raised. So thats not surprising, but its been neat to see. Sarah Jane Weaver: We have a tradition at the Church News podcast. Hes always doing something, always engaged.. 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. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Yeah, theres no question I was well-mothered. This is the way we treat this person, you know. As part of this change, young women ages 1418 may be assigned as ministering sisters, similar to the-long standing policies of young men ages 1418 serving as home teachers. During his tenure the Sunday School developed a unified 8-year-cycle of covering the LDS Church's scriptures in its curriculum. He later had a practice at the Salt Lake Clinic with admission privileges at LDS Hospital. I knew he loved her and he missed her. 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. [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. President Russell M. Nelson will mark five years as President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Jan. 14, 2023. As He Would Love "When we follow Jesus Christ, we act as He would act and love as He would love."President Russell M. Nelson, "The Work of Salvation: Parable of a Father at Bedtime" Day of Decision "Each day is a day of decision, and our decisions determine our destiny."President Russell M. Nelson, "Decisions for Eternity" Divine Destiny He also purchased one for each of his nine daughters, delivered with a note that read, With love as a potential mother.. He and his wife, the former Dantzel White, have ten children. [52], Nelson made his first international trip as quorum president to Central America from August 2031, 2015. 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. I think he counsels well with others. Sarah Jane Weaver: Well, I have to agree with all of you. Gloria Irion: I remember him coming over, we would have him over for a meal or something after mother had passed away. And we knew that. I dont know if it happened a ton or if its just that such a fond memory that I remember that, but he was pretty hands on. And we, every one of us, has such a strong testimony, that hes here for such a time. President Russell M. Nelson, the 17th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, sits with his counselors, President Dallin H. Oaks, first counselor (left), and President Henry B. Eyring, second counselor (right), at a press conference in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Tuesday, January 16, 2018. But there was a deep level of grief all three times and very apparent, helped us navigate it too. And his countenance was back up. But in a way, it was comforting, to me, to see the level of grief that he was experiencing. "[112], While a student at the University of Utah, Nelson met and began dating fellow Utah student Dantzel White (19262005). And so really, that part is not different. So we were gone in total for about three weeks, two weeks of our own trip, and then a week of his assignment. In the 2021 Friend to Friend event, President Russell M. Nelson gave this message to children around the world. Sarah Jane Weaver: What are some of the other things you did I know as a family you like to ski? . Laurie Marsh: I have to mention, because to me, its his biggest life is his focus on the Savior. Explore Russell M. Nelson net worth, birthday, height, age, bio, salary, 2023! Obedience or adherence to rules and laws came with the understanding of why we were doing it, Russell Nelson Jr. said. He tended to walk through their home, turning off extra lights or the television, before sitting down to dinner with the family. When we were younger, jumping from bed to bed, we had one bedroom that had five kids sleeping in, and it was right directly under their bedroom. Shes precious and an angel mother, he called her, Irion said. This marked the first time since 1985 that a new church president had not retained a previously-serving counselor. Marsh has learned the importance of developing a relationship with Jesus Christ and following the prophet. 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. Sarah Jane Weaver: And since were on the topic, Im interested in knowing how your father treated your mother. When he was home, it was time for the family.. Often on Mothers Day, President Nelson bought his wife a corsage. I dont remember him watching TV. For his only son, its President Nelsons activity and energy. But something that we just did together and had fun doing together. Dr. Russell M. Nelson holds a model of the human heart. [77][78], On February 10, 2019, Nelson spoke to church members in Arizona at State Farm Stadium in Glendale. 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. [56][57] Citing "continuing revelation", this policy was adjusted in 2019, such that First Presidency approval was not needed for the children to be baptized. 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. He spent the next 29 years working in the field of cardiothoracic surgery. [30], In 1965, the University of Chicago offered Nelson the position as head of their department of thoracic surgery. 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. Everything amazes me, but nothing surprises me. . 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.. She was 78 at the time of her sudden death. At the same conference, Dallin H. Oaks was sustained as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve. Another word I think of is discipline. Hes very disciplined. Gloria Irion, Laurie Marsh and Russell Nelson Jr. discuss the lessons learned as children from their father, President Russell M. Nelson. So always active, always doing something, always engaged. And I think this is why I loved anatomy and wanted to be a doctor for a good long while. They each had their specific roles but one couldnt operate properly without the other. He pronounced blessings upon Croatia, Slovenia, Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Kosovo while visiting each of those countries; these serve as addendums to Monson's 1985 dedication of Yugoslavia for the preaching of the gospel. She knows her father has been called as Prophet for this time and is grateful to be his daughter. And the rest of us are thinking, Oh., Gloria Irion: My mind would like to think that, but my bodys going, Are you kidding me?. And we just loved sharing experiences with each other. . I mean, we have a firsthand experience and perspective in watching someone be prepared. There was no question he was the head of the home. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Thats kind of like coming home from your mission and they say, How was your mission? How do you sum up two years in a sentence? The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Youth Jesus Christ Friend to Friend 2021 A Visit with Sister Joy D. Jones, the Primary General President Activity: Draw a Child Praying Activity: Learn to Make Pictures from Rocks 1972). Russell M. Nelson was set apart as the president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on January 14, 2018. [41] Early in his service as an apostle, Nelson was an adviser to the church's Young Women organization and was supportive of the developing of the Young Women values and Personal Progress program. We were serving in Nauvoo when the sister just older than I am, passed away, Wendy, that was just before they went to Paradise, California. In that time, more than 70 changes and announcements have been made . Nelson received a PhD from Minnesota in 1954 for his research contributions. 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. So, I thought that was a good example to always be a learner, a lifelong learner. [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. But, you know, to witness his preparation and preservation and the ongoing revelation and guidance that he is given. He then moved to the Yale Second Ward, still in the Bonneville Stake, and was called as a member of the stake high council. President Russell M. Nelson, of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and his wife Sister Wendy Nelson are interviewed in Salt Lake City on Friday May 29, 2020. President Russell M. Nelson with daughter Sylvia Webster and three great-grandchildren. And after about two weeks, I thought, Man, Im, Im getting tired and Im 14 years old. So hes, its pretty remarkable in that regard. Baptism. And there was a high expectation that we would be an eternal family. But. And if Norm [Norman A. Maxfield, the husband of President Nelsons late daughter, Wendy Maxfield] needed him for anything, he would come. Next, Nelson ended home teaching and visiting teaching, replacing the programs with a focus on ministering, and shifting both the focus and methods of tracking them. Sarah Jane Weaver: Russ, you have a huge opportunity to carry your fathers name, which also sometimes may feel heavy. Days later, the Shanghai Municipal Ethnic and Religious Affairs Bureau responded saying it "knew nothing about the American Mormon Church . How did his studies ripple into the home? While at Minnesota, he was a member of surgeon Clarence Dennis's pioneering research team developing the heart-lung machine that in April 1951 supported the first human open-heart surgery using cardiopulmonary bypass. As Ive watched Daddy go through those times, and they are difficult times for us, Ive been so grateful for the teachings that our parents have given us about the importance of being centered in Jesus Christ, Marsh said. [23], Nelson first operated out of the University of Utah's medical school. But Is the Real Name Too Long? I think hes good at making decisions and moving forward. Sister Nelson passed away in February 2005. [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. This episode of the Church News podcast features three of President Nelsons 10 Children, Gloria Irion, Laurie Marsh and Russell Nelson Jr. But as far as the details, my guess is, because Im the seventh, probably one of my older sisters was really making sure that I was presentable. How do you sum up a lifetime of being taught. From left: Marjorie Lowder; Elder Michael T. Ringwood, a General Authority Seventy; Sister Rosalie Ringwood; and Wendy Maxfield. With the death of Monson on January 2, 2018, Nelson became the anticipated successor to the church's presidency. He earned an M.D. Famous Military Physician Russell M. Nelson was born on September 9, 1924 in United States. How did President Nelsons academic and professional accomplishments influence his childrens education and career paths? Why President Nelson's 5-year ministry is not so different from playing Scrabble, What President Russell M. Nelson's children have learned from him as a fathe - 15 de jan. de 2023 I often think of Doctrine and Covenants 6:36, Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not, and that is my dad.. You have nine daughters, and your mothers gone in the morning to perform with the choir. Can you talk a little bit about those times when the focus of your family had to be eternal? All rights reserved. I remember years back, I had the opportunity to be with some of the other members of the Quorum of the Twelve. 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. He wrote a letter to me, right after I was born. Its, What do you know now? And we always give our guests the last word. That just like, you know, because hes very medical, having gone through all of his years of training and surgery and, in his career and profession, just like a heart and brain work together to keep your body going, thats how I felt like our mom and dad ran our home. And it was one of the biggest blessings of my life. 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 . [63], In August 2010, Nelson journeyed to the dedication of the Kiev Ukraine Temple. And imagine in your minds eye the cardboard box just packed full of Christmas lights, strings and strings of Christmas lights. I dont know what their secret was that made it look so awesome to participate, but out of love, we participated, Marsh said. Im wondering if we can just start and have each of you share one quality that you think of when you think of President Russell M. Nelson. But, yeah, we have strong testimonies and gratitude that the Lord has blessed us with prophets, to have that guidance in our lives. It was our privilege as apostles to sustain what had been revealed to President Monson. [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. And thats been one thing thats been true. Gloria Irion: They had an opportunity, you know, there was no ultrasound in those days, they had an opportunity nine times to consider the name Russell Marion Nelson Jr. and never considered it, never considered it until Daddy met him. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: So much of our activities had to do with just being together, whether it was, you know, very early on, we would have monthly family parties, Christmas traditions, we could almost dictate the whole month of December by the traditions that we would do day by day and week by week. 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. Sarah Jane Weaver: And Russ, we saved you for last, because you came at the end of the Nelson family. Thanks to our guests, to my producer, KellieAnn Halvorsen, and others who make this podcast possible. Petersen. 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. The tender memory of President Russell M. Nelson as a young father is also reflective of how he has led The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, said Laurie Marsh, another daughter. President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and his wife Sister Wendy Nelson, are interviewed in Salt Lake City on Friday May 29, 2020. And that always meant a lot. President Russell M. Nelson, second from right, skiing with three daughters and a son-in-law, prior to becoming President of the Church. [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. He committed it. An example I know a lot of us have shared with each other is doing taxes at the end of the year. His father worked for the Deseret News in the past. 1950) in the Salt Lake Temple. And that was something that when I first heard that, was a huge surprise to me. I feel like the way he is leading the Church is exactly an example of the way we were raised, Marsh said. What can we do for you? And he just said, Just go home and be with your, your children and love them and teach them. And so that right there was to me a good window into the eternities of how we just keep going. [4][17], After medical school, Nelson went to the University of Minnesota for his medical residency. Wendy Nelson Maxfield, daughter of Russell M. Nelson, died Friday afternoon, January 11, 2019 at her home after "a courageous and faith-filled battle with cancer." . 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. degrees from the University of Utah and his Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota. And he was always teaching. Occasionally, you had to miss you know, you were sick, or you know, didnt hear your alarm or whatever. But I love the idea that whats important is, we all go through trials, right? But there was also no question that our mom was the heart of the home. 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. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Oh, I dont know, Ive got a couple of funny stories, but I dont know. And I, Im not sure Ill have time for that. And he said, Well, why dont you just come to a rehearsal and see what you think and, you know, just kind of come and check it out. So he comes, and he looks on the stage at the female lead role, and it was Dansel White, and he decided he would participate. For other people named Russell Nelson, see, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, The Restoration of the Fulness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ: A Bicentennial Proclamation to the World, "Russell M. Nelson: New President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles", "Noted heart surgeon unlikely to transform Mormon church as new president", "Mormons Worldwide Tune in to Semiannual General Conference", "What you didn't know about the fathers who raised the First Presidency", "How President Nelson's faith forged his path for service in the LDS Church", "11 Things You Didn't Know about President Nelson", The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "Meet the former heart surgeon set to become the Mormon church's new leader", "Get to Know President Russell M. Nelson, a Renaissance Man - Church News and Events", "Development of a Pump-oxygenator to Replace the Heart and Lungs: An Apparatus Applicable to Human Patients and Application to One Case", "Celebrating 60 Years of Cardiac Surgery in Utah With Russell M. Nelson, M.D. So for me, its not been anything different. All RUSSELL M. NELSON Quotes about "Children". He knew everything that could have been done was done. Did you focus on science and math? 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. It was part of how they met, too, that musical up at the U. But yeah, music was something we love to do together. and M.D. 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. Laurie Marsh: You know, nothing that my dad does surprises me, nothing. Theyre exercising their keys. President Russell M. Nelson. 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.. In April 2006, he married Wendy L. Watson. 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. Were pretty low maintenance, but maybe we had sisters or whatever. "Have faith to keep all the commandments of God, knowing that they are given to bless His children and bring them joy. Fishing. Screenshot from YouTube He loves to be up on the latest technology. In August 2022, President Nelson traveled outside of Utah for the first time since the . And so he was always very loving and caring. I know he was aching it was tough for him to. Poor guy. Thats why were here, but they dont need to be a trial of our faith. Absolutely not. He doesnt look for anybodys approval, but the Lords right. Lost and Found Friends. Laurie Marsh: I tell people all the time, I said I think we owe Wendy Nelson and the Lord for His longevity and his ability to continue to serve in his capacity right now. In my remembrance, I think Daddy kind of had a routine. [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. And as later in life, your father lost both your mother and then two of his daughters to cancer. 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. And we all are. Gloria Irion: We were so grateful for the technology thats available. We were invited, with all, all their love to come and participate in that. Russel said theyd each had their roles and cooking wasnt one of his. But I really feel like their love for us was not tied to any kind of accomplishment at all. And Gloria, lets start with you. But I wouldnt say that its an overwhelming thought thats always at the forefront of my mind. You know, we talk about the things that are positive and the things that my parents did great. And the director approached him as he was, in his sophomore year, to invite him to come back and participate. Usually on a weekend, Daddy would be gone, you know, at some stake conference or something else. But we never felt that it was tied to their feelings for us. 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. 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. I do remember him changing diapers, and reading books and helping us with homework. They each had their specific roles, but one couldnt operate properly without the other. 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. And Ive had many experiences over the last five years that confirm that, and I am eternally grateful. There was no question he was the head of the home. Laurie Marsh: Thank you. [85], In March 2018, the First Presidency issued a letter on preventing and responding to abuse. 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. The children noticed when their father complimented their mother. You probably came into a little more chaotic home than, than the average son. He loves to learn. [49] He was succeeded as chairman of the executive committee by Oaks. Gloria Irion: Yes, I think thats very well said. President Russell M. Nelson and his wife Wendy Watson Nelson with family. They love to watch sports. And summer trips to places, whether, if we went in the car or however we got there, again, it was more about being together and strengthening those relationships with each other. He used it as a teaching moment for us, to help us and comfort us, Irion said. He knew decades before I did that there was such a thing as airdropping photos," Irion said of her 98-year-old father. I think its important to note, yeah, they encouraged us to do our homework and would be happy to help if we needed it. At one point, the team came close enough to the front that they received fire from enemy artillery positions, which missed them. You just dont hear him say that. Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. 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. 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. So we all have that exact same opportunity. Dantzel suddenly died in 2005, and Russell immediately married another woman, Wendy L. Watson, in 2006. 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. I feel like there was a high level of love in our home. I think he used it as a teaching moment for us to help us and comfort us. A photo of Dantzel White Nelson and Russell M. Nelson as a young couple. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. So hes brilliant. Russell is a prophet, Baptised at sixteen, His parents were less active; He was very keen. And that, by no coincidence, is tied to the word disciple. It is anticipated that the process of creating the new unified hymnbook and children's songbook will take several years. I feel like there was a high level of love in our home. Not because hes a know-it-all, but because he legitimately has a thirst for knowledge and learning.. But he would also buy us daughters a corsage with a note with love as a potential mother. [40], Nelson also served for eight years as the church's Sunday School General President. To not join in meant missing out on something fun. And hes helped me and loved me all these years. For last, because you came at the Salt Lake Clinic with privileges. 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