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List of general authorities of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

List of general authorities of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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The following individuals are the current general authorities of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Individual hierarchical positions and some of current specialized assignments in the church, if any, are listed.

General authorities

First Presidency

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Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

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  • a Council on the Disposition of the Tithes
  • b Area assignment[23]
  • c Other assignments, where known (including committees, councils, Church Education System (CES), or in any other capacity).

Presiding Bishopric

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  • a Total years as General Authority[25]
  • b Total years in Presiding Bishopric[26]
  • c Total years served in current Presiding Bishopric
  • d Council on the Disposition of the Tithes
  • e Other assignments (where known)

Presidency of the Seventy

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On August 1, 2024, Michael T. Ringwood, Arnulfo Valenzula, and Edward Dube will be in the presidency, after the releases of Godoy, Nielson, and Johnson.[39]

  • a Date called to be a seventy and the date called as a member of the Presidency of the Seventy
  • b Years served as a general authority seventy
  • c Other assignments, including Church Educational System (CES) assignments, where known.

General Authority Seventies

Those listed in this section are members of the First or Second Quorum of the Seventy. While each is assigned to a specific quorum, that affiliation is no longer being made public, with all General Authority Seventies being referred to with that generic designation.[40]

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  • a1 a2 Date first sustained to First or Second Quorum of Seventy or called to be General Authority Seventies (where Quorum affiliation is not known). Dates taken from lds.org.
           Those marked with * were Area Seventies prior to call as General Authorities.
  • b1 Current assignments.

Emeritus

Emeritus General Authorities are General Authorities who have been released from their positions in the hierarchy. They remain General Authorities until their deaths. All current emeritus General Authorities are former members of the First and Second Quorums of the Seventies or of the Presiding Bishopric.

When the first General Authorities were given emeritus status, N. Eldon Tanner of the First Presidency provided the following explanation:

"The very rapid growth of the Church across the world, with the attendant increase in travel and responsibility, has made it necessary to consider a change in the status for some of the Brethren of the General Authorities. Some of our associates have served for many years with complete and unselfish dedication, and they deserve every honor and recognition for such devoted service. It is felt advisable at this time to reduce somewhat the load of responsibility that they carry.
"After a long period of prayerful consideration and counsel, extending, indeed, over several years, we announce a new and specific status to be given from time to time to Brethren of our associates in the General Authorities. We announce that some Brethren have been designated as emeritus members of the First Quorum of the Seventy. These Brethren are not being released but will be excused from active service. It is out of consideration for the personal well-being of the individuals, and with deep appreciation for their devoted service, that this designation will be given from time to time to designated members of the General Authorities."[82]

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  • a Date called as a general authority.
  • b Date granted general authority emeritus status.
  • c Years as general authority (not including time as an emeritus).

See also

Notes

  1. [1]
    This is the date Nelson was ordained and set apart as church president, with the counselors in the First Presidency also set apart on that date, per this source
  2. [2]
    Oaks was set apart to serve in both roles on January 14, 2018. Since he serves in the First Presidency, M. Russell Ballard and Jeffrey R. Holland have each served as Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
  3. [3]
    Eyring previously served in the First Presidency as Second Counselor to Gordon B. Hinckley from October 2007 to January 2008, and as First Counselor to Thomas S. Monson from February 2008 to January 2018.
  4. [4]
    Because quorum president Dallin H. Oaks is serving in the First Presidency, Holland was set apart to this position on November 15, 2023, shortly following the death of M. Russell Ballard, as verified here.
  5. [5]
    This is the date Holland was set apart as acting quorum president.
  6. [6]
    Uchtdorf served from February 2008 to January 2018 as Second Counselor in the First Presidency to Thomas S. Monson.
  7. [7]
    Major Assignments Announced for Elder Uchtdorf, ‘'Mormon Newsroom'’, January 22, 2018. Retrieved May 17, 2018
  8. [8]
    Jesus Christ Visits Ancient Inhabitants of the Americas in Season 4 of the ‘Book of Mormon Videos’ Series, Newsroom, churchofjesuschrist.org, July 26, 2021. Retrieved July 31, 2021.
  9. [9]
    Elder Patrick Kearon, General Church Leadership: Presidency of the Seventy, churchofjesuschrist.org. Retrieved August 26, 2022.
  10. [10]
    Brent H. Nielson, General Church Leadership: Presidency of the Seventy, churchofjesuschrist.org. Retrieved 14 December 2023.
  11. [11]
    Episode 92: Church historian and recorder, Elder LeGrand R. Curtis Jr., on the vital role of Church history, Church News, July 12, 2022. Retrieved August 26, 2022.
  12. [12]
    This Instagram post, published on Cook's page by Cook himself, states specifically he now chairs the Missionary Executive Council.
  13. [13]
    Church Educational System: Administration: Board Members, churchofjesuschrist.org, Retrieved June 28, 2023.
  14. [14]
    In an episode of the Church News podcast, Jen Allen made reference to the upcoming Temple and Family History Leadership Instruction, and mentioned that Andersen and Gong would lead that meeting. Andersen, as the senior of the two apostles, has therefore succeeded Bednar as the chair of this council.
  15. [15]
    As verified here
  16. [16]
    As verified here.
  17. [17]
    Although no source specifically indicates that Renlund now chairs this commmittee, he was the only member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles quoted in a new update about the new music. An assumption is made here that, as a result, he now has that assignment.
  18. [18]
    "Elders Gerrit W. Gong and Ulisses Soares called as new apostles of LDS Church".
  19. [19]
    "Latter-day Saints Sustain New First Presidency in Solemn Assembly: Two new leaders named to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles", Newsroom, LDS Church, March 31, 2018
  20. [20]
    The Mormon church's newest—and most diverse—apostles say they're just regular people humbled by the calling, Salt Lake Tribune, June 28, 2018. Retrieved August 1, 2018.
  21. [21]
    Taylor, Scott (March 3, 2022). "'The blessings of power and protection' — Temple and Family History instruction led by Elder Bednar, Elder Gong, President Johnson, Sister Aburto". Church News. Retrieved March 3, 2022.
  22. [22]
    "Elder Patrick Kearon Called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles". Church Newsroom. December 8, 2023.
  23. [23]
    While all members of the Quorum of the Twelve have worldwide responsibility, each is also given specific area assignments by the church president.
  24. [24]
    Inside Church Headquarters: What is the Presiding Bishopric? What do they do?, The Church News, 19 November 2022. Retrieved 8 July 2023.
  25. [25]
    Includes, where applicable, prior service as a general authority seventy
  26. [26]
    Includes, where applicable, prior service under previous presiding bishop.
  27. [27]
    , Newsroom, churchofjesuschrist.org, 17 January 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2024.
  28. [28]
    New General Authority Seventies Called, Released April 2018 General Conference, Mormon Newsroom, March 31, 2018. Retrieved August 1, 2018.
  29. [29]
    During the April 2018 Sustaining of Church Officers, Dallin H. Oaks announced that Vinson, Teixeira, and Godoy would replace Craig C. Christensen, Richard J. Maynes, and Juan A. Uceda, which marked the first time such changes were presented for sustaining vote in advance. See this address for verification.
  30. [30]
    As verified here.
  31. [31]
    Although Godoy's aforementioned biography notes the areas for which Godoy has oversight, it does not specify which apostles he is assisting in those assignment.
  32. [32]
    "See the Church's new 2020 leadership assignments around the world", Church News, Church News, April 16, 2020
  33. [33]
    The specifics of these assignments, including the details about which apostles he is assisting, are noted in Nielson's biography.
  34. [34]
    Meet the New General Authority Seventies and Primary Presidency Called at the April 2021 Conference, ‘’Newsroom’’, churchofjesuschrist.org. April 3, 2021. Retrieved April 6, 2021.
  35. [35]
    First Presidency Announces 2021 Area Leadership Assignments, Newsroom, churchofjesuschrist.org, April 19, 2021. Retrieved April 22, 2021.
  36. [36]
    First Presidency announces 2021-2022 area leadership assignments, Church News, April 21, 2021. Retrieved April 22, 2021.
  37. [37]
    See this article for verification. The apostles Johnson is assisting in this assignment are unidentified.
  38. [38]
    See this article for verification. The apostles Palmer is assisting in this assignment are unidentified.
  39. [39]
    Eight General Authority Seventies to be given emeritus status on Aug. 1, Church News, 6 April 2024. Retrieved 6 April 2024.
  40. [40]
    Shortly after the April 2016 General Conference, the biographies of all General Authorities were changed to reflect this alteration in Church policy. See this link for verification.
  41. [41]
    Dethman, Leigh (April 5, 2008). "Elder D. Todd Christofferson named new apostle; other leaders called". Deseret Morning News. Last accessed April 6, 2008.
  42. [42]
    First Presidency Announces 2022 Area Leadership Assignments, Newsroom, churchofjesuschrist.org, April 7, 2022. Retrieved April 10, 2022.
  43. [43]
    First Presidency announces 2022-2023 area leadership assignments, Church News, April 7, 2022. Retrieved April 10, 2022.
  44. [44]
    "New Sunday School Presidency and General Authorities Announced at April 2019 Conference". Newsroom. LDS Church. April 6, 2019.
  45. [45]
    First Presidency Announces 2023 Area Leadership Assignments, Newsroom, churchofjesuschrist.org, 14 April 2023. Retrieved 19 April 2023.
  46. [46]
    First Presidency announces 2023-2024 area leadership assignments, Church News, 14 April 2023. Retrieved 19 April 2023.
  47. [47]
    "New General Authority callings announced", Church News, April 2, 2011, last accessed April 14, 2011.
  48. [48]
    "Eight New General Authority Seventies Announced at April 2018 General Conference: Elder Carl B. Cook and Elder Robert C. Gay named to Presidency of the Seventy", Newsroom, LDS Church, March 31, 2018
  49. [49]
    As verified here.
  50. [50]
    According to this source, Baxter is currently on medical leave from his assignments.
  51. [51]
    New Seventies and Young Men General Presidency Named at April 2020 General Conference, Newsroom, April 4, 2020. Retrieved April 4, 2020.
  52. [52]
    Liahona, November 2023, p. 3.
  53. [53]
    Who are the Church’s 11 new general authorities?, Church News, 6 April 2024. Retrieved 6 April 2024.
  54. [54]
    The Friend, November 2023, p. 3
  55. [55]
    New General Authorities and Auxiliary Leaders Called Archived April 8, 2009, at the Wayback Machine (April 4, 2009). Press Release, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Last accessed April 5, 2009.
  56. [56]
    12 called to Quorums of the Seventy (April 11, 2009). Church News by Deseret News Publishing Company. Last accessed April 13, 2009.
  57. [57]
    New General Authorities Called, April 6, 2013, retrieved from the LDS Newsroom on April 9, 2013.
  58. [58]
    Taylor, Scott (April 4, 2010). "LDS Church names new Seventies, Primary presidency". MormonTimes.com by Deseret News Publishing Company (Salt Lake City, Utah). Last accessed April 4, 2010.
  59. [59]
    Haiti temple dedication marks the beginning of a ‘remarkable’ future for the country, Church News, September 1, 2019. Retrieved September 1, 2019.
  60. [60]
    New General Authority Seventy Is Called, Newsroom, churchofjesuschrist.org, 15 August 2023. Retrieved 15 August 2023.
  61. [61]
    "Meet the New Leaders Called at the April 2022 General Conference", Newsroom, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, April 2, 2022, retrieved April 2, 2022
  62. [62]
    How education, family and testimony are interwoven threads in the life of Elder Clark G. Gilbert, Scott Taylor, Church News, May 8, 2021. Retrieved May 8, 2021.
  63. [63]
    Liahona, November 2023, p. 3.
  64. [64]
    Six New General Authority Seventies Announced at April 2017 General Conference: First Presidency also calls 36 Area Seventies, LDS Church Newsroom, April 1, 2017.
  65. [65]
    Brook P. Hales Called as General Authority Seventy, Mormon Newsroom, May 18, 2018. Retrieved May 18, 2018.
  66. [66]
    See also this article, which clearly notes Hales has continued as Secretary to the First Presidency.
  67. [67]
    As verified here
  68. [68]
    "New General Authorities, Young Men Presidency and Primary Presidency Changes Announced", Mormon Newsroom, April 4, 2015.
  69. [69]
    First Presidency Announces Area Leadership, Other General Authority Assignment Changes, Newsroom, churchofjesuschrist.org, November 2, 2020. Retrieved July 16, 2021.
  70. [70]
    New General Authorities; New Sunday School General Presidency Announced, LDS Newsroom, April 5, 2014. Retrieved 2014-04-06.
  71. [71]
    8 highlights from the church historian and recorder as his service draws to a close, Deseret News, August 3, 2022. Retrireved August 3, 2022.
  72. [72]
    Since McKay has been confirmed to take over the role of Church Historian and Recorder, an assumption is made here that the assignment to the Music Revision Committee was also transferred to him, since Curtis will be released and granted emeritus status in October 2022.
  73. [73]
    See this article and this article for confirmation.
  74. [74]
    Changes in the Middle East/Africa North Area Presidency, Middle East Newsroom, churchofjesuschrist.org, 1 August 2023. Retrieved 11 August 2023.
  75. [75]
    First Presidency Announces 2019 Area Leadership Assignments, Church News, lds.org. Published April 26, 2019. Retrieved May 5, 2019.
  76. [76]
    Ringwood's status as the Executive Director of the Priesthood and Family Department is verified here.
  77. [77]
    Ringwood's assignment as the Executive Director of the Priesthood and Family Department means he is the only GA Seventy assigned as an adviser to all three magazines.
  78. [78]
    Here are recently called mission leaders who will serve in Brazil, England, Cote d’Ivoire and more, Church News, February 11, 2022. Retrieved April 10, 2022.
  79. [79]
    For the Strength of Youth, November 2023, p. 3
  80. [80]
    Silva has "Urbano da" in the middle of his name, but was sustained by only his first ad last names.
  81. [81]
    See this article for verification of Villar's assignment as a new mission president.
  82. [82]
    N. Eldon Tanner, "Revelation on Priesthood Accepted, Church Officers Sustained", Ensign, November 1978, p. 16.

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