Special Witnesses of Christ – President Russell M. Nelson

Funeral Services for President Russell Marion Nelson

With sorrow, we announce that Russell M. Nelson, beloved President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, passed away peacefully shortly after 10 p.m. MDT today at his home in Salt Lake City. He was 101 - the oldest president in the history of the Church. President Nelson was called as an Apostle on April 7, 1984. He became the leader of the Church on January 14, 2018. His time as prophet will forever be remembered as one of global ministry (he visited 32 countries and U.S. territories), increased temple construction (he announced 200 new temples), and profound change. Beginning in the April 2018 general conference, in which he was sustained as president of the Church, the prophet began introducing frequent adjustments designed to help the Saints minister more like Jesus Christ and better emphasize the centrality of the Savior of the world in all the Church does. Later sections of this obituary provide a detailed accounting of his travels as president and the many changes he implemented.

A Tribute to President Russell Marion Nelson

September 9, 1924 - September 27, 2025 A broadcast to celebrate the life of President Russell M. Nelson. Speakers include members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Presidency of the Seventy, and Primary General Presidency. Music provided by The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square.

Confidence in the Presence of God

By President Russell M. Nelson President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints As we diligently seek to have charity and virtue fill our lives, our confidence in approaching God will increase.

Special Witnesses of Christ – President Russell M. Nelson

President Russell M. Nelson shares his testimony of the reality of Jesus Christ and the power of His Atonement.

The Peace and Hope of Easter

President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints shares a story illustrating how to find peace in troubling times and circumstances and invites all to join the Easter broadcast of general conference.