Elder Gérald Caussé Is Called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

Elder Gérald Caussé Called to Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

Elder Gérald Caussé became the newest member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Thursday, November 6, 2025. He was ordained the same day by President Dallin H. Oaks along with the First Presidency and existing Apostles.

Testimony and Role

“I’ve always had a testimony of Jesus Christ,” Elder Caussé said Thursday. “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.”

Apostles serve as special witnesses of Christ worldwide and oversee important administrative duties for the global Church. The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles ranks as the second-highest governing body, serving under the First Presidency composed of the Church President and two counselors.

Background and Service

Elder Caussé, aged 62, hails from Bordeaux, France.
At the time of his call, he had served 11 years as the Church’s Presiding Bishop.
He is the third Presiding Bishop born outside the US and the first whose second language is English.
The Presiding Bishopric handles humanitarian aid, welfare, tithing and fast offerings, physical facilities, and membership record organization.

Summary: Elder Gérald Caussé’s appointment to the Quorum of the Twelve highlights his lifelong testimony, significant leadership in Church welfare, and unique international background, strengthening global Church administration.

SVI-NEWS — 2025-11-07

Elder Gérald Caussé Called to Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

Testimony and Role

Background and Service

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