Elder Gérald Caussé Called as Newest Apostle
Elder Gérald Caussé is the first member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles from France and has served as the Church’s presiding bishop for the past decade. He was called to fill the vacancy in the quorum following the death of President Russell M.
On Thursday, Nov., Elder Caussé, 62, was ordained as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles by Oaks and other leaders of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. At the time of his calling, Elder Caussé was serving as the presiding bishop of the Church.
A native of Bordeaux, France, Elder Caussé is the fourth member of the Quorum born outside the United States. He and his wife, Sister Valérie Caussé, have raised three children living in several countries, including France, Germany, and the United States.
[translate:“I’ve always had a testimony of Jesus Christ. He’s always been in the center of my life. And I know He’s our Savior and Redeemer. What a wonderful thing it is to be a witness of Christ. That’s the best responsibility or stewardship we might have in our lives.”]
Elder Caussé recently addressed youth and young adults at the annual Utah YSA conference in Salt Lake City and has frequently spoken to this demographic throughout his leadership.
Summary: Elder Gérald Caussé, originally from France and former presiding bishop, was called as an Apostle, emphasizing his lifelong testimony of Jesus Christ and commitment to youth ministry.
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