Elder Gérald Caussé Called as Newest Apostle
Elder Gérald Caussé is the first member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles from France and has served as the Church’s presiding bishop for the past decade. His calling as the newest Apostle was announced on Thursday, Nov., by Oaks and members of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
He fills the vacancy left in the quorum after the death of President Russell M. Caussé, 62, was ordained on the same day as the announcement. At the time of his call, Elder Caussé 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 youth and young adults during the annual Utah YSA conference in Salt Lake City and other Church settings, emphasizing his ongoing commitment to serving the youth.
Author's summary: Elder Gérald Caussé, the first Apostle from France, brings a decade of Church leadership and a heartfelt testimony of Jesus Christ to his new role in the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
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