Laurie Marsh The way hes leading the Church is exactly an example of the way we were raised. Its been five years since President Nelson was sustained and set apart on Jan. 14, 2018, as the Churchs 17th President. ", "Meet LDS Church President Russell M. Nelson, a Renaissance man with perfect pitch and pure faith", "Elder Russell M. Nelson: Applying Divine Laws", "SVS Past Presidents | Society for Vascular Surgery", "Pamela Atkinson: President Nelson's work has been saving lives and souls", "President Nelson Honored as "Pioneer" of Heart Surgery - Church News and Events", "Elder Russell M. Nelson Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles", "What I know now that I learned from President Russell M. Nelson", "First Presidency statement cites scriptural mandate for Church committee", "Religious Leaders Hold A 2d World Parliament", "Elder Russell M. 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[54], In 2016, as president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Nelson declared that the church's governing council had received a revelation from God forbidding minor children of same-sex couples from being baptized without First Presidency approval. And so that was one-on-one time with him, or one-on-two, if there was someone else with you. [120], In June 2018, the University of Utah endowed a chair in cardiothoracic surgery named after Nelson and his first wife, Dantzel. [28] Later, he performed the same operation on future LDS Church president Spencer W. Kimball, replacing his damaged aortic valve. It wasnt me. But Is the Real Name Too Long? 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. You get more joy from letting other people have that experience than you do from having that experience yourself. And I thought that was such a beautiful sentiment. And I had quite a collection, so I thought, What would Mother love, a string of these for a necklace. So I got a needle and thread and strung those beautiful pearly looking things together for my mother and gave it to her. We have strong testimonies and gratitude that the Lord has blessed us with prophets to have that guidance in our lives., Subscribe for free and get daily or weekly updates straight to your inbox, The three things you need to know everyday, Highlights from the last week to keep you informed. Gloria Irion: I know mother saw you when she was pregnant with Emily. And part of, I think, his processing his grief was like playing the piano. Twelve Smiley Stickers . Our potential is unlimited. Haight. He encouraged them to collectively choose a period of seven days in which to abstain from the use of social media. [You] will . This marked the first time since 1985 that a new church president had not retained a previously-serving counselor. Hes very disciplined, Irion said, noting the word disciplined is tied to the word disciple. Those are words that I think describe him well.. 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. Sarah Jane Weaver: And since 1984, when your father was called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, you have had to share him with millions of Latter-day Saints across the globe. But there was a deep level of grief all three times.. Russell Nelson Jr. knew he could ask his father anything and he would always provide the answer. We just loved to help him. He made time for it. And shes always a cheerleader for Daddy in front of us, for sure. As soon as he saw him, they discussed that and decided. I mean, you can imagine we always had so much fun, and he would come down and try to get us to go to sleep. [73], The first trip, called a global ministry tour by the church, occurred in April 2018, when Nelson along with his wife, and Jeffrey R. Holland and his wife, met with Latter-day Saints in London, England; Jerusalem; Nairobi, Kenya; Harare, Zimbabwe; Bengaluru, India; Bangkok, Thailand; Hong Kong; and Laie, Hawaii. [29] In 1985, Nelson along with his colleague, Conrad B. Jenson, performed a quadruple bypass surgery on the Chinese opera performer Fang Rongxiang[zh] (19251989). They agree she has been a marvelous companion for President Nelson. Russell is a prophet, Baptised at sixteen, His parents were less active; He was very keen. [70] Nelson chose not to retain Dieter F. Uchtdorf, who had served as Monson's Second Counselor, in the new First Presidency. building a so-called 'temple' in Shanghai. Laurie Marsh: I felt like from both of my parents the importance of our education that that was stressed. Hes always doing something, always engaged.. He then did his medical residency and earned a PhD at the University of Minnesota, where he was a member of the research team developing the heart-lung machine that in 1951 supported the first ever human open-heart surgery using cardiopulmonary bypass. The meeting took place the day before the church's Rome Italy Temple was dedicated. from the University of Utah in 1947, shortly after completing his medical degree. [31], Nelson became involved with the administrative aspects of medicine and was elected president of the Utah State Medical Association. He spent the next 29 years working in the field of cardiothoracic surgery. So we all have that exact same opportunity. "[112][113] The Bureau added that the church's plans were "wishful thinking, not based in reality. He and his wife, the former Dantzel White, have ten children. Gloria Irion: I think he took those, you know, those circumstances happen so seldom, that I feel like he really tried to take those opportunities to teach us and to help us focus on the eternal, like you, like you said. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS After further surgical training and a two-year stint in the U.S. Army Medical Corps during the Korean War, Nelson returned to Salt Lake City and accepted a professorship at the University of Utah School of Medicine. It is anticipated that the process of creating the new unified hymnbook and children's songbook will take several years. And were talking, boxes and boxes, because mother love to decorate the house for Christmas. I want to talk about President Nelson before he was a Church leader. ", "Discovering a Surgical First: Russell M. Nelson and Tricuspid Valve Annuloplasty", "At U. Commencement, President Nelson and Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell give advice about adversity", "U of U Health - Celebrating 60 Years of Cardiac Surgery in Utah With Russell M. Nelson, M.D. Laurie Marsh: You know, nothing that my dad does surprises me, nothing. [109] Nelson took all the church's apostles with him to Rome for that dedication. Laurie Marsh: Really, we have extraordinary parents, but we are a normal family. She was 78 at the time of her sudden death. Not because hes a know-it-all, but because he legitimately has a thirst for knowledge and learning.. Laurie Marsh: It was a great experience. Sarah Jane Weaver: Is there anything about your fathers service as President of the Church that surprised you or that caught your attention? Since then, he has embarked on a fast-paced global ministry, traveling to more than 35 nations, extending countless invitations, leading the Church through a global pandemic and overseeing the continued Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Is that hard? And when he was teaching me how to water ski, or having very, very spiritual experiences on the mountain, when we were skiing. Sarah Jane Weaver: And when I think about your fathers ministry as president of the Church, its sort of compartmentalized for me. He never misses them, never. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: 217 total, I think was the last number I knew. Gloria Irion: We would go on dates. And in that letter, he committed that he wouldnt do anything to besmirch our name. Its just part of who I am and, and the way I was raised. And you know, he was there with her. What was it like for the Nelson children to grow up in a home with a world-famous heart surgeon? They had ten children together, nine daughters, Rosalie, Sylvia, Marsha, Wendy, Brenda, Emily, Laurie, Marjorie, and Gloria, and one son, Russell. February 2023. President Nelsons children admire their father for his discipline, optimism and activity, among many other qualities. [114] Together they had ten children: nine daughtersMarsha, Wendy (19512019),[115] Gloria, Brenda, Sylvia, Emily (19581995),[116] Laurie, Rosalie, and Marjorieand a son, Russell Jr. (b. Im just taking instruction and do it.. Russell M. Nelson was born on September 9, 1924, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Floss Edna ( ne Anderson; 1893-1983) and Marion Clavar Nelson (1897-1990). Beginning in 2019, youth began moving between classes and priesthood quorums at the beginning of the year in which they turn 12, 14, or 16, rather than when their birthday occurs during the year. Nelson's tenure as church president has been defined by an increased focus on worship within LDS temples. In 2009, he, along with his wife and others, were attacked while in Mozambique. [87], Nelson also introduced major changes in church organization during the April general conference. Gloria Irion, Laurie Marsh and Russell Nelson Jr. discuss the lessons learned as children from their father, President Russell M. Nelson. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: One thing Ive learned, hearing from others, other General Authorities as we happen to bump into them, and even down into my own life is, watching him allow priesthood holders exercise their keys. The hymn practice time in Sunday School was also renamed to worship through music. We love Wendy. 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. This is the way we treat this person, you know. And, Gloria, lets start with you. 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. All RUSSELL M. NELSON Quotes about "Children". And he honored us as women, as well, and as potential mothers. A family photo of President Russell M. Nelson on a swing. But as Ive watched Daddy go through those times. Was there an emphasis on you choosing careers? Neither Nelson nor the Church is. I feel like we were so secure because we knew they were secure. Were so grateful that you would share him with us so that he could teach us so much about the Savior Jesus Christ. [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. I dont remember him watching TV. My parents consistently had family prayer, family home evening, family scripture reading, and we were invited, with all their love, to come and participate, she said. This was highlighted by shortening the length of Sunday church meetings to 2-hours from the previous 3-hours. I think hes good at making decisions and moving forward. So always active, always doing something, always engaged. Gloria Irion: I think he is open to hearing counsel. Photo by Jeffrey D. Allred, courtesy of Church News. I do remember him changing diapers, and reading books and helping us with homework. At the end of each year, President Nelson set up a folding table in the living room, set out spreadsheets and paperwork, and invited his children to participate in preparing the family taxes. 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. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Maybe, yeah, maybe upon my first arrival it was a little chaotic and a lot of people coming and going, but you know as I aged up to a point where I can start remembering things and it actually was a more quiet home. He is proud of who we are and who we have become and for our own accomplishments, Russell Nelson Jr. said. And, more importantly, to underscore the Lords hand and Gods creations and how divinely created all of this is and all of our bodies, how they are so intricately designed by our Heavenly Father, that theres no other way we could have come to be had it not been for the divine hand of the Creator. They have agreed to talk to us about President Nelson in his role as a father. We chose to come. Gloria Irion: He modeled so well how we are supposed to treat her, because of the way he treated her. I feel like there was a high level of love in our home. And then I also remember, Daddy coming, he was serving as our stake president of the time. Gloria Irion: My addition to that is when he taught me how to get the lenses out of the fish eyes. [38][39] He later served as a stake president in Salt Lake City from 1964 to 1971, with fellow future apostle Joseph B. Wirthlin serving as his second counselor. And it was fast-paced and it was hard to keep up with him, but it was also filled with so much love and beautiful moments. What was your house like, when you were children? [107], In October 2018, Nelson concluded a 10-day trip to South America by dedicating the Concepcion Chile Temple. He honored us as women as well as potential mothers.. "Who are we? And weve had the blessing. He then moved to the Yale Second Ward, still in the Bonneville Stake, and was called as a member of the stake high council. Sarah Jane Weaver: Im so glad you mentioned technology. President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hugs children after a devotional in Asuncin, Paraguay, on Monday, October 22, 2018. I feel like the way he is leading the Church is exactly an example of the way we were raised, Marsh said. Laurie Marsh: Sure. President Russell M. Nelson was sustained and set apart as the 17th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018, in the upper room of the Salt Lake Temple. Gloria Irion: I could probably do my own hair by them. He loves to be up on the latest technology. Shes a good one, such a blessing to our family. And just to rely on that faith at all times and do what you can to build that faith, be it read the scriptures, or make sure youre praying sincerely or reading general conference talks. Is there something that you have learned from observing his Church leadership? Children(s) Emily Nelson Wittwer, Brenda N. Miles, MORE [X] Biography. 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. Gloria Irion: As a father, hes very loving, and, well, as the prophet to youve seen, just very loving, very, Christlike love for everyone. Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Its really hard. Sarah Jane Weaver: Russ, you have a huge opportunity to carry your fathers name, which also sometimes may feel heavy. [35] He performed a total of nearly 7,000 operations before his call to be an apostle. With the death of Monson on January 2, 2018, Nelson became the anticipated successor to the church's presidency. And we were going to be working together to see how we could get that goal accomplished. President Nelson supported his wife in becoming a member of The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square for a few years. We are children of God. 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. On January 29, 1995, Emily died of cancer when she was 37 years old. But I think his outward focus was a good example to us, too. And so is his wife and my mother had an amazing role in that, as well. This team was focused on ways to improve the treatment of wounded and was sent to all five MASH units active in Korea along with two major evacuation hospitals, several field station hospitals, a prisoner of war camp and larger evacuation hospitals in Japan, Hawaii, and the mainland United States in order to implement such improvements. degrees from the University of Utah and his Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota. There is no surprise to me that we were all so excited to be mothers because of the way he felt that position was such a place of honor, such a calling of honor. I feel like we were loved, because we were theirs. But we have a tradition at the Churchs podcast and that is we always end with the same question. We were invited, with all, all their love to come and participate in that. Everything amazes me, but nothing surprises me. The Nelsons have nine daughters, and then one son so your memories of him would be a little different. And so he always just took even simple moments like that, to teach and to show how things worked. And so really, that part is not different. And she just kind of slumped over. We are taking you on a journey of connection as we discuss news and events of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 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. On Monday, September 9th, President Russell M. Nelson will be celebrating his 95th birthday. He was set apart as President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles by President Thomas S. Monson on July 15, 2015. Sarah Jane Weaver: Yeah, Ive heard him say it, too. He also purchased one for each of his nine daughters, delivered with a note that read, With love as a potential mother.. He said, I never left them. And, and then you look back. Its, What do you know now? And we always give our guests the last word. Being as smart and skilled as he is, I kind of took some of that for granted. Afterwards, in September, he traveled to church meetings in several European countries. 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 . Nelson's father was a reporter for the Deseret News and later became general manager of Gillham Advertising, Utah's earliest advertising agency. Just like a heart and a brain worked together to keep your body going, thats how I felt our mom and dad ran our home, he said. [37], After returning to Salt Lake City, he was called as priest quorum advisor in the Garden Park Ward, working with over 50 boys ages 16 to 18. [47] He also made several other visits to that continent, including one to Kenya in 2011. They each had their specific roles but one couldnt operate properly without the other. But it was fun to feel like you were on a date with your Daddy and got to spend some time with him. Most of the children learned to play the piano and at least one additional instrument. They are still married to this day. 1950) in the Salt Lake Temple. Subscribe to theChurch News podcastonApple Podcasts,Amazon,Google Podcasts,Stitcher,Spotify,bookshelf PLUSor wherever you get podcasts. Shes precious and an angel mother, he called her, Irion said. You probably came into a little more chaotic home than, than the average son. Famous Military Physician Russell M. Nelson was born on September 9, 1924 in United States. And just to reinforce Glorias thought about, what a great example of someone who gets up every day and learns something new every day, and Ive quite often use that, just think, OK, this is an opportunity to learn and to grow, rather than going, Oh, I cant do it again. You know, its just an opportunity to learn more and serve more. I don't know how long Wendy has been sick, but because . Ordained an Apostle on 12 April 1984, Elder Nelson received his B.A. I know for myself that I didnt want to break the rules because I didnt want to disappoint them.. Theyre exercising their keys. 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. In 1992, it was identified he was on the Strengthening Church Members Committee, alongside fellow apostle James E. [105] His travels have been punctuated by several temple dedications, most notably the Rome Italy Temple in March 2019, which was attended by all current members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Welcome all of you to the Church News podcast. [55] "It was our privilege as apostles to sustain what had been revealed to President Monson," Nelson said. But are we perfect? After 20 months in service, he left active duty at the rank of captain. Sarah Jane Weaver: I think thats a really beautiful thing. President Nelson did not push his children one way or another in their career choices. Petersen. Sarah Jane Weaver: What are some of the other things you did I know as a family you like to ski? And he had a Church assignment in England, it was the 150th anniversary of the Church in England. But there was also no question that our mom was the heart of the home. [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. This is the way we treat this person. Three of President Russell M. Nelson's children celebrate his 5 years as Prophet, offering a glimpse into his role as a father Three of President Nelson's 10 children Gloria Irion, Laurie Marsh and Russell Nelson Jr. discuss the lessons learned as children from their father in episode 118 of the Church News podcast. That was always number one. That was always a primary point of emphasis and point of teaching throughout my whole life, even still. Gloria Irion: Sure. Come, Follow Me. Another word I think of is discipline. Hes very disciplined. You know, we do a lot of Zoom calls. Hed come in the door. [83][84], The first few months of Nelson's leadership of the LDS Church saw many significant changes to church policy, although many had at least been heavily discussed before he became church president, and some were continuations of policies instituted by his predecessors. "Have faith to keep all the commandments of God, knowing that they are given to bless His children and bring them joy. They went because they were invited, Marsh said. His wife and my mother had an amazing role in that as well, she said. Just have faith in the Lord, do your best and everythings going to be okay. I love the fact that just this year before conflict broke out between Russia and Ukraine in Eastern Europe, he had given a message and directed it to all the Saints in Europe, and told him that the future was bright for the Church in Europe. And the director approached him as he was, in his sophomore year, to invite him to come back and participate. And to see him follow that, like he said, follow instruction, has been a really remarkable thing to see and witness, so close. And so, well, his health and strength is due in large part to her efforts and all the things that she does, in ways to support him that we dont know the half of, Im sure. He committed it. 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. Sometimes President Nelson took his children on business trips. Nothing. And that, by no coincidence, is tied to the word disciple. I remember vividly baths with Daddy, he would get three or four of us in the tub at a time. And so all those little experiences add up to neat memories of him as a father and a teacher, but also of how Gods hand is in everything. He loves to be up on the latest technology. He said it was like a womens dormitory., Gloria Irion: It was definitely like a sorority, for sure. So even though were not physically together, were still very emotionally attached. In Washington DC, he was a counselor in the bishopric of the ward Ezra Taft Benson, then an apostle, regularly attended while serving as Secretary of Agriculture to Dwight D. Eisenhower. I remember him saying it once, but living it always, the best thing a man can do for his children is to love their mother, Irion said. Nelson received a PhD from Minnesota in 1954 for his research contributions. Irion added her witness that President Nelson has been prepared and preserved to lead the Church. Welcome all of you to the Church News podcast. Elder Nelson's previous marriage was to Dantzel White Nelson, who died 12 February 2005. Dantzel and Russell Nelson had ten children, 56 grandchildren, and 14 great grandchildren. He loves to learn. And so we love to sing together. 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