From left: Marjorie Lowder; Elder Michael T. Ringwood, a General Authority Seventy; Sister Rosalie Ringwood; and Wendy Maxfield. Screenshot from YouTube And I know that hes there for me, I know, even as busy as he is, right now, I know that hes either a phone call, or a text or an email away from me whenever I need him. And hes good at it. We always had fun. And then go to Laurie and end with Russ. [88], June 2018 began with a First Presidency-sponsored celebration of the 40th anniversary of the revelation extending priesthood and temple blessings to all worthy members without regard to race, in which Nelson gave concluding remarks. And this little boy, he couldnt have been 12. And so that way we can kind of keep up on what hes doing and he can read what were doing. Laurie Marsh: But Daddy still will hand-write a birthday card and mail it to every single member of the family and Christmas and wedding anniversaries. [114] The following year, Nelson married Wendy L. Watson (b. President Russell M. Nelson and his first wife, Dantzel White Nelson, at the University of Utah in 1942. But there was also no question that our mom was the heart of the home. Published by the Church of Jesus Christ of La. [35] He performed a total of nearly 7,000 operations before his call to be an apostle. And the director approached him as he was, in his sophomore year, to invite him to come back and participate. We, we participated. But really, we chose to come and I dont know what their secret was that made it look so awesome to participate. We were traveling with President Nelson on his global ministry in Uruguay. Laurie Marsh: I think, to Daddy gets some credit for trying to keep everybody together. 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. They can feel that he loves them and its not so distant. My guess is he made sure we looked presentable. And the first thing he would do was look for, and find, and greet my mother. He went on to have a career as a world renowned heart surgeon, pioneering heart surgery that would actually save so many lives. [21] Following his military service, he did a year of work and surgical training at Massachusetts General Hospital. They have agreed to talk to us about President Nelson in his role as a father. So when mother sang in the choir, I must have been, I dont know, 7 or 8 or something. But, you know, to witness his preparation and preservation and the ongoing revelation and guidance that he is given. And so really, that part is not different. Ringger. Prophet Asks "Let me ask one question," said President Russell M. Nelson to youth assembled in the visitors' center in Palmyra. Laurie Marsh: Oh, there are so many I dont even know. So, thats been a neat thing for me to experience and learn over the last few years. And you know, wed get our hair wet and hed squirt shampoo on each of our heads and wed shampoo the person in front of us and he called it The shampoo train. And then hed say, About-face! and we turn around and shampoo the person who used to be in back of us is now in front of us. Dallin H. Oaks, then a law professor at Chicago and a fellow Latter-day Saint, actively worked to recruit Nelson. And he did always emphasize how important education is, but as far as career choice goes, he never pushed one way or another. I remember him saying once, but living it always was, The best thing a man can do for his children is to love their mother. And I just feel like Wow, he did that so well and just exemplified that. And I feel like we were so secure, because we knew they were secure. He knew decades before I did that there was such a thing as airdropping photos," Irion said of her 98-year-old father. And we just enlarge our circle of love and embrace them. President Russell M. Nelson with daughter Sylvia Webster and three great-grandchildren. Obedience or adherence to rules and laws came with the understanding of why we were doing it, Russell Nelson Jr. said. You just dont hear him say that. Everything amazes me, but nothing surprises me. So we all have that exact same opportunity. [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. He did what he needed to do, he knew. Petersen. And we, every one of us, has such a strong testimony, that hes here for such a time. [72], Since becoming church president, Nelson has visited members of the LDS Church in various areas of the world. He assisted with house chores and helped get the children ready for church and ready for bed. Russell Marion Nelson Sr. (born September 9, 1924) is an American religious leader and retired surgeon who is the 17th and current president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). That was always No. [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. But he would come and get us and drop us off, and then, I assume, go back to the stake center and resume his responsibilities as the stake president. Sarah Jane Weaver: What are some of the other things you did I know as a family you like to ski? Laurie Marsh: Really, we have extraordinary parents, but we are a normal family. Laurie Marsh: Besides having all of his sisters think that were talking to our dad when its really our brother! As soon as he saw him, they discussed that and decided. Irion added her witness that President Nelson has been prepared and preserved to lead the Church. Why President Nelson's 5-year ministry is not so different from playing Scrabble, What President Russell M. Nelson's children have learned from him as a fathe - 15 de jan. de 2023 And I actually lament reaching this point in the podcast, because I could hear you guys talk about your father all day long. Yeah, he might watch a bowl game and we were just Gloria Irion: It was the only time I saw him turn on the TV. In May 1982 he was a visiting professor at the Hospital de Clinicas in Montevideo, Uruguay. Sarah Jane Weaver: And I want to talk about, you know, you had this very tight-knit family that enjoyed being together and cherished the connections you had with each other. I do remember him changing diapers, reading books and helping us with homework. [36], In addition to his medical work, Nelson served frequently as a leader in the LDS Church. So hed leave the stake center and come and pick us up. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Sarah Jane Weaver: Now I heard your father once describe your home growing up. Just like that. The guidance also had a clear emphasis on using counseling to assist in healing from abuse. LDS apostles serve full-time for life, and so Nelson retired from all of his prior professional positions. Were so grateful that you would share him with us so that he could teach us so much about the Savior Jesus Christ. But no, its been an honor. He was sustained in a Solemn Assembly on March 31, 2018. . And, but yeah, I think he set a great example of, you know, studying and doing well in school. https://www.lds.org/general-conference?lang=eng Russell M. Nelson delivers a message titled "Children of the Covenant." All rights reserved. The three children concluded the interview with key lessons learned from their father, President Nelson. And if you chose not to come, youd be missing out on a really great opportunity to be together and do something neat. So thats not surprising, but its been neat to see. He knew decades before I did that there was such a thing as airdropping photos, Irion said of her 98-year-old father. [86], During the church's April general conference, Nelson appointed Asian-American Gerrit W. Gong and Brazilian Ulisses Soares to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, both of whom had been serving in the Presidency of the Seventy. And of course, its true. Its a boy! And, you know, Ive also heard your father joke that, you know, you were probably three before you knew who your mother was, because there was just so much love and affection in that home. They dated for three years, then married on August 31, 1945, in the Salt Lake Temple. Elder Nelson's previous marriage was to Dantzel White Nelson, who died 12 February 2005. 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. Baptism. They were not untouched by tragedy. [39][4], Nelson was called as an apostle by church president Spencer W. Kimball, to whom he had served as a personal physician for many years. Before holding his babies, the world-renowned heart surgeon had something of a routine when he came home each day, Marsh remembers. Wendy Nelson Maxfield, daughter of Russell M. Nelson, died Friday afternoon, January 11, 2019 at her home after "a courageous and faith-filled battle with cancer." . Sarah Jane Weaver: We have a tradition at the Church News podcast. So, I mean, that leaves a lot of, I guess a lot of weight. And we all got to choose other instruments. Join us every week for a new episode. Sarah Jane Weaver: And I know your mother served for five years in the Tabernacle Choir. Sarah Jane Weaver: And Russ, we saved you for last, because you came at the end of the Nelson family. President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with his wife, Sister Wendy Nelson, exit the the Cottonwood Heights Utah Brighton Stake Center as the casket is placed into the hearse after President Nelson spoke at funeral services for his daughter, Wendy Nelson Maxfield, on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019. There was also a shift from having members of the Sunday School general board do all the training for new teachers to providing materials which developed into the book Teaching: No Greater Call. 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. But it really has been a big blessing, for sure. At one point, the team came close enough to the front that they received fire from enemy artillery positions, which missed them. In the 2021 Friend to Friend event, President Russell M. Nelson gave this message to children around the world. For approximately half of this time, he was assigned to oversee the fourteen stakes at BYU, while he worked with the stakes in Kearns, Utah, for the rest of his tenure. We were at the Washington D.C. Temple rededication. In 1992, it was identified he was on the Strengthening Church Members Committee, alongside fellow apostle James E. And I remember as a 14-year-old thinking, Man, are we ever gonna go home? Because we are in a different place, a different country, a different something every day, every night. Is that hard? Age, Height, and Weight Being born on 9 September 1924, Russell M Nelson is 98 years old as of today's date 13th January 2023. Russell Nelson Jr. described another lesson he learned in the home that wasnt deliberately expressed but something he observed through his parents daily example. Hes always doing something, always engaged.. Anyway, do you know more of the story? The Nelsons have nine daughters, and then one son so your memories of him would be a little different. 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. (KUTV) At least six people are suing the daughter and son-in-law of Russell M. Nelson, the president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. . Sarah Jane Weaver: He committed pretty fast? I remember years back, I had the opportunity to be with some of the other members of the Quorum of the Twelve. 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. Its just part of who I am and, and the way I was raised. He spent the next 29 years working in the field of cardiothoracic surgery. And so we love to sing together. In timing with this milestone, three of President Nelsons 10 children Irion, Marsh and son Russell Nelson Jr. recently discussed with the Church News growing up in the Nelson home and his role as a father. [28] Later, he performed the same operation on future LDS Church president Spencer W. Kimball, replacing his damaged aortic valve. Laurie Marsh: I think for me, too, I just have, as weve gone through those times that are more difficult, Ive just held on the example of my parents. 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. Nelson told members that the use of nicknames such as Mormon or LDS was "a major victory for Satan. I tell people all the time that I think we owe Wendy Nelson and the Lord for his longevity and his ability to serve in his capacity right now, Marsh said. What have you observed from their relationship? And Ive had many experiences over the last five years that confirm that, and I am eternally grateful. . Both parents played the piano and their mother was a talented singer. And we have a couple of things in place. Im interested if there is one moment or one memory that each of you can share about your father that can help us just get to know him just a little bit better. 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. Gloria Irion: We knew he had notoriety, because of his research and the things that he had accomplished and always kept accomplishing. [120], In June 2018, the University of Utah endowed a chair in cardiothoracic surgery named after Nelson and his first wife, Dantzel. And so, yeah, he had a really good way of making very mundane and plain things feel like it was great to do and great to do together. President Russell M. Nelson, of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and his wife Sister Wendy Nelson are interviewed in Salt Lake City on Friday May 29, 2020. Nelson received a PhD from Minnesota in 1954 for his research contributions. Its been five years since President Nelson was sustained and set apart on Jan. 14, 2018, as the Churchs 17th President. And he would go over and start to play Schindlers List, and Id be in there in the kitchen, just crying my eyes out, because its such a passionate song. He was stern with us if we were rude to mom, but very, very, Christlike. He was set apart as President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles by President Thomas S. Monson on July 15, 2015. They went because they were invited, Marsh said. In that time, more than 70 changes and announcements have been made . And Gloria, lets start with you. And it was a nice reinforcement of, you know, Dont worry about him. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: I remember the night when our mom passed away. Our inheritance is sacred. [13], Nelson studied at LDS Business College in his mid-teens (concurrently with high school enrollment) and worked as an assistant secretary at a bank. But I really feel like their love for us was not tied to any kind of accomplishment at all. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: 217 total, I think was the last number I knew. She, like my mother, is a very Christ-centered person. Nothings ever too hard. This letter reiterated existing policies, but also explicitly stated that no one should ever be counseled against reporting abuse to legal authorities. Shes precious and an angel mother, he called her, Irion said. [67] In 1995, Nelson went to Beijing, along with Neal A. Maxwell and other LDS Church leaders, on an official invitation of Li Lanqing, the Vice Premier of China.[68]. Laurie Marsh: You know, nothing that my dad does surprises me, nothing. Gloria Irion: We would go on dates. They love to watch sports. At the same conference, Dallin H. Oaks was sustained as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve. Fishing. But it was fun to feel like you were on a date with your Daddy and got to spend some time with him. Laurie Marsh The way hes leading the Church is exactly an example of the way we were raised. Throughout his many years of service as a surgeon, general authority, and husband and father . And so its been really neat to see that come through. [74], In June 2018, Nelson traveled to Alberta, Canada, where his second wife was born and raised, and gave three devotional addresses in three consecutive evenings. And to see him follow that, like he said, follow instruction, has been a really remarkable thing to see and witness, so close. In Massachusetts, Nelson was the secretary for the adult Aaronic priesthood organization in his Boston-area branch. He noticed every little thing and taught us by example that our mother was of huge value to us, and No. [22], In 1955, Nelson returned to Salt Lake City and accepted a faculty position at the University of Utah School of Medicine. February 2023. from the University of Utah in 1947, shortly after completing his medical degree. And so that was one-on-one time with him, or one-on-two, if there was someone else with you. Their family includes 10 children, 56 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. It is a worldwide church and it is the Church of Jesus Christ and its for everyone. Often on Mothers Day, President Nelson bought his wife a corsage. [30], In 1965, the University of Chicago offered Nelson the position as head of their department of thoracic surgery. The children noticed when their father complimented their mother. They had a wonderful married life. He made everything look easy. [55] "It was our privilege as apostles to sustain what had been revealed to President Monson," Nelson said. And Wendy said, After these world tours, my husband comes home and hits the ground running and I just hit the ground. Ive never seen him with jet lag. I only remember four, maybe four or five, of my sisters at home at once rather than all nine or 10 of us being together. [100] Nelson had previously characterized the 2015 policy as direction from God, stating "Each of us during that sacred moment felt a spiritual confirmation. . [61], In August 2003, Nelson became the first member of the Quorum of the Twelve to visit Kazakhstan. And we were jumping from bed to bed. Nelson began his presidency two days after his ordination with a short broadcast to church members in January 2018 before then holding a press conference. [79], On March 9, 2019, Nelson met with Pope Francis at the Vatican. 1 with him, Marsh said. Programa: Welcome to the weekly MormonNewsRoundup where Al & Dives ruminate on the great and spacious Beehive!, ep. [27] He also provided the first surgical intervention for tricuspid regurgitation, a disorder that allows blood to flow backward into the right upper heart chamber. And the thing about Daddy with this routine is when he was home, he was home. 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. None of the Nelson children was told they must go to weekly church services. I know he was aching it was tough for him to. Gloria Irion: Sure. Laurie Marsh: OK. And so he would try to teach me how to, from simple things like change a light bulb, to shovel the walks, or do the garbage and, you know, take care of things around the house. As He Would Love "When we follow Jesus Christ, we act as He would act and love as He would love."President Russell M. Nelson, "The Work of Salvation: Parable of a Father at Bedtime" Day of Decision "Each day is a day of decision, and our decisions determine our destiny."President Russell M. Nelson, "Decisions for Eternity" Divine Destiny Unfortunately, in 2005 Russel M Nelson's wife died unexpectedly at their home in Salt Lake City. He used it as a teaching moment for us, to help us and comfort us, Irion said. Pinterest. I feel like there was a high level of love in our home. Sarah Jane Weaver: Well, and I think for so many Latter-day Saints, that sort of hit us when we were reading your fathers gratitude message that he gave a few years ago when hes asking all of us, in the midst of this pandemic, to give thanks. But we have a tradition at the Churchs podcast and that is we always end with the same question. Subscribe to theChurch News podcastonApple Podcasts,Amazon,Google Podcasts,Stitcher,Spotify,bookshelf PLUSor wherever you get podcasts. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: And we were just, and we would just love to help him and doing taxes. Hes very driven, very bright and catches on fast. 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. [34] He was also a director of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. And even so, he was going to do what he was called on to do and I knew he loved her and was grieving. We love Wendy. [23][24] That operation was performed at the Salt Lake General Hospital (SLGH, now University of Utah Hospital) on an adult with an atrial septal defect. And when he was home, it was time for the family. And so I saw him the Sunday after they came back from their honeymoon. In Minnesota, he served as what was then known as Sunday School Superintendent in his local congregation. [41] Early in his service as an apostle, Nelson was an adviser to the church's Young Women organization and was supportive of the developing of the Young Women values and Personal Progress program. Six people named the daughter and son-in-law of the president of the Mormon church in a lawsuit Wednesday on charges of child sexual abuse. First, he would find and greet his late wife, Dantzel Nelson. [111], In April 2020, Nelson announced plans to build a temple in Shanghai, China. It also provided more clear policies mandating all interviews with women and youth be done with another person in the general area, and made it clear that youth and women could have a parent or other adult present for an interview. And hes helped me and loved me all these years. Or did he just want you to follow any path that was what you chose? Sarah Jane Weaver: Russ, you have a huge opportunity to carry your fathers name, which also sometimes may feel heavy. Dantzel suddenly died in 2005, and Russell immediately married another woman, Wendy L. Watson, in 2006. Despite his own sorrow, President Nelson encouraged his children to be with their children, to love them and teach them about the gospel of Jesus Christ and the plan of salvation. Maryssa Dennis. And she had just finished the laundry, and he was carrying the basket up with her, you know, and they sat down on the sofa to watch the BYU game. [15][16] While at the University of Utah, he was a member of the Beta Epsilon chapter of Sigma Chi and Owl and Key. President Russell M. Nelson during his career wiht a team of doctors: Gen. Sam F. Seeley, and Lt. Col. Edwin J. Pulaski, front. Nelson family No one has experience doing both operations on a 77-year-old patient, he had told President Kimball. While at Minnesota, he was a member of surgeon Clarence Dennis's pioneering research team developing the heart-lung machine that in April 1951 supported the first human open-heart surgery using cardiopulmonary bypass. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Oh, I dont know, Ive got a couple of funny stories, but I dont know. And I had the chance to interview him and I said, Well, this is the first time youve been out and out among the Saints since the COVID pandemic. And he did not like that question. I hope you have learned something today about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints by peering with me through the Church News window. And see each other as a family be together kind of remotely. Sarah Jane Weaver: Im Sarah Jane Weaver, editor of the Church News. Sarah Jane Weaver:And Laurie, I want to share a story. [99], In April 2019, the church's First Presidency published a revelation reversing a controversial November 2015 policy classifying same-sex marriage couples as apostates, and barring children of same-sex marriages from baby blessings, and from baptism until age 18. So today, we will go in reverse order from age and start with Russ and go to Laurie and end with Gloria and have each of you answer the question: What do you know now that youve learned from President Russell M. Nelson? [92], In August 2018, Nelson issued a statement urging the use of the church's full name. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Right after our mom passed away, that was the first time in my life that Id ever seen him visibly sad, or not the cheerful countenance that he usually had for that year plus, after our moms passing. Sarah Jane Weaver: And I never hear him use words like, must or should. Its something that Ive paid a lot of attention to, because we write his quotes in the Church News. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Yeah, he treated her like royalty. I said, How can you walk away from that that was your life? He had this folding table that we would pull out from under a bed, and he would set it up and start taping up all these Gloria Irion: Spreadsheets. [18][19][20], Nelson served a two-year term of duty in the U.S. Army Medical Corps during the Korean War, and was stationed at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. [93] At the church's general conference in October 2018, he reiterated his position, declaring, "It is a correction" and "It is the command of the Lord." She knows her father has been called as Prophet for this time and is grateful to be his daughter. President Russell M. Nelson holds a child with his wife, Wendy, by his side in Bangkok, Thailand, Friday, April 20, 2018. Gloria Irion: Theres about 150 great-grands, 57 grands. But Ive always said it keeps me good. After 20 months in service, he left active duty at the rank of captain. 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. Nelson became a noted heart surgeon and served as president of the Society for Vascular Surgery and the Utah Medical Association.[6]. But I wouldnt say that its an overwhelming thought thats always at the forefront of my mind. [60][61] Nelson was involved in the first meetings between LDS Church leaders and government officials of Bulgaria,[62] Romania, and the Soviet Union, and worked to continue LDS expansion and recognition efforts in Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Poland. He just goes forward and learns what he needs to learn and takes all of the experience with him to help. And it actually goes along with what were talking about when we asked him about his decision to let members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve, dedicated temples. At least I can say this, from my perspective, I know that my dad loves me. Nelson served in that bishopric for over five years at a time when the ward had over 1,000 members. Thats why were here, but they dont need to be a trial of our faith. Absolutely not. In my remembrance, I think Daddy kind of had a routine. Of course, we were all in tears and trying to deal with that. Come, Follow Me. He really didnt raise his voice. He knew everything, he said. Sarah Jane Weaver: And you have nine girls, then Russ comes along. Image The Lord Jesus Christ, by Del Parson President Nelson supported his wife in becoming a member of The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square for a few years. Russel said theyd each had their roles and cooking wasnt one of his. Ray Goldrup. Occasionally, you had to miss you know, you were sick, or you know, didnt hear your alarm or whatever. 1972). And they said, Oh were just ordinary men in extraordinary callings. But kind of like I was saying earlier, I think, with my perspective of age, theyre a lot more than just ordinary men. Find us on your favorite podcasting channel or with other news and updates about the Church on TheChurchNews.com. And he was always teaching. [24] In an indication of his surgical skill, a 1968 case series of his aortic valve replacements demonstrated an exceptionally low peri-operative mortality. He took the lens out of the fishs eye out and said, Look, this is the lens and held it up over a newspaper that was right nearby and showed how it kind of magnified the print on the newspaper. In April 2006, he married Wendy L. Watson. 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