A New Era Begins: Former Utah Supreme Court Justice Dallin H. Oaks named President of LDS Church
Today at 1 PM, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hosted a live broadcast, announcing the reorganization of a new First Presidency.
The announcement comes more than two weeks after the passing of the faith's 17th President, Russell M.
President Oaks' Statement
"I accept with humility the responsibility that God has placed upon me and commit my whole heart and soul to the service to which I've been called,"
said the newly called President Oaks. He also mentioned the previous president, stating:
"Most recently, we've been led by a magnificent Prophet of the Lord, President Russell M. We have much work to do to fulfill the challenges he has given us."
Former Utah Supreme Court Justice and longtime LDS apostle Dallin H. Oaks has been formally set apart as the 18th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Author's summary: Dallin H. Oaks named 18th president of LDS Church.