Elder Gérald Caussé Called as Newest Apostle
Elder Gérald Caussé is the first member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles from France. He served for the last decade as the Church’s presiding bishop before his recent calling.
On Thursday, Nov., Oaks announced Elder Gérald Caussé as the newest member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. He fills the vacancy left by the death of President Russell M.
Elder Caussé, 62, was ordained on the same day by Oaks and other members of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. At the time of his calling, he was serving as the presiding bishop of the Church.
Personal Background
A native of Bordeaux, France, Elder Caussé is the fourth member of the current Quorum of the Twelve Apostles born outside the United States. He and his wife, Sister Valérie Caussé, have raised three children living in multiple countries including France, Germany, and the United States.
Testimony and Service
[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 the annual Utah YSA conference in Salt Lake City and has consistently spoken to and about youth and young adults in various Church-related settings.
His decades of leadership reflect a deep commitment to nurturing faith and devotion among Church members worldwide.