Church of Jesus Christ Names Bishop Gérald Caussé as New Apostle
Presiding Bishop Gérald Caussé was announced Thursday as the newest member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Background and Service
Now Elder Caussé, 62, has served as the church's presiding bishop for the past 11 years. He was called to the apostleship and ordained the same day by President Dallin H. Oaks along with the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
"I've always had a testimony of Jesus Christ," Elder Caussé said. "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."
Personal and Cultural Details
- Elder Caussé is originally from Bordeaux, France.
- He is the third presiding bishop born outside the United States and the first whose English is a second language.
- He previously served as a counselor in the Presiding Bishopric and as a General Authority Seventy.
- He married Valérie Babin on August 5, 1986, in the Bern Switzerland Temple.
- His church service has taken him and his family to live in Germany and the United States.
Summary
Gérald Caussé's appointment as apostle highlights his long-standing dedication and international background within the church leadership.