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And these are the kind of the old school Christmas lights, the glass bulbs, the thick gauge cables. Back row are doctors Lester R. Sauvage, Sigmund A. Wesolowski, President Nelson, Alton Ochsner, Jr. and Henry H. Balch. Most of the children learned to play the piano and at least one additional instrument. He loves to learn. Number two, he would look around to turn off any electrics, that were extra, you know, like the TV or more lights than he felt should be on. 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. Friend January 2019 "Show and Tell" Senior Primary children in Greater Manchester, England, wrote their own verse about President Russell M. Nelson for the song "Follow the Prophet.". But my dads always been well-known, well-known renowned heart surgeon or stake president, or general Sunday School president. But we have a tradition at the Churchs podcast and that is we always end with the same question. And she just kind of slumped over. You must do this. Instead, he seems to invite us as members of the Lords Church to follow the commandments and then claim all the blessings that we can get from that. He said it was like a womens dormitory., Gloria Irion: It was definitely like a sorority, for sure. Really, I can honestly say to this day, my best friends are my sisters, and my brother, and. But I love the idea that whats important is, we all go through trials, right? So we would spend time together on a family trip. And if Norm [Norman A. Maxfield, the husband of President Nelsons late daughter, Wendy Maxfield] needed him for anything, he would come. And just to reinforce Glorias thought about, what a great example of someone who gets up every day and learns something new every day, and Ive quite often use that, just think, OK, this is an opportunity to learn and to grow, rather than going, Oh, I cant do it again. You know, its just an opportunity to learn more and serve more. [Laughing]. [50], Following the death of Boyd K. Packer[51] on July 3, 2015, Nelson became the most senior member of the Quorum of the Twelve and the quorum's president. Gloria Irion: You know, I just had a thought about what an important thing music was in our home. Sarah Jane Weaver: Im so glad you mentioned technology. Gloria Irion: I know mother saw you when she was pregnant with Emily. I don't know how long Wendy has been sick, but because . And so a lot of these adjustments that the Church has gone through over these past five years or so its been interesting, for me having been, I was 12 years old when he was called to be in the Quorum of the Twelve. 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. He's curious. Laurie Marsh: Besides having all of his sisters think that were talking to our dad when its really our brother! A family photo of President Russell M. Nelson on a swing. 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). [4][17], After medical school, Nelson went to the University of Minnesota for his medical residency. 1972). Im your host, Church News editor Sarah Jane Weaver. She, like my mother, is a very Christ-centered person. I dont know what their secret was that made it look so awesome to participate, but out of love, we participated, Marsh said. Jointly published by the Deseret News and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, its content supports the doctrines, principles and practices of the Church. It has been four years since Russell M. Nelson became prophet and president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Sarah Jane Weaver: Share a little more about what your father taught you about women and being raised in this home with so many women. Thanks to our guests, to my producer, KellieAnn Halvorsen, and others who make this podcast possible. They had a wonderful married life. 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. How do you sum up a lifetime of being taught? Russell Nelson Jr. said. It was probably 10 years ago that he taught Katie how to AirDrop photos. I thought, What a commitment for a large family to make, for her to have that opportunity to go and be gone one night a week and then on Sunday mornings. And so Im totally interested in how that worked at your house. Now, your father graduated from medical school at age 22, first in his class. So, thats been a neat thing for me to experience and learn over the last few years. 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. Here he is giving countless messages, reaching out via technology, thinking about members in very, very specific ways. [29] In 1985, Nelson along with his colleague, Conrad B. Jenson, performed a quadruple bypass surgery on the Chinese opera performer Fang Rongxiang[zh] (19251989). And to see him follow that, like he said, follow instruction, has been a really remarkable thing to see and witness, so close. And that always meant a lot. But I do have that visual image. 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. They love to watch sports. But as Ive watched Daddy go through those times. Jointly published by the Deseret News and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, its content supports the doctrines, principles and practices of the Church. And Ive had many experiences over the last five years that confirm that, and I am eternally grateful. That doesnt sound like fun at all now as an adult, but somehow he made it seem like it was something that obviously, it needed to be done. [70] Nelson chose not to retain Dieter F. Uchtdorf, who had served as Monson's Second Counselor, in the new First Presidency. And the first thing he would do was look for, and find, and greet my mother. That was always a primary point of emphasis and point of teaching throughout my whole life, even still. [129], Media related to Russell M. Nelson at Wikimedia Commons, "Russell Nelson" redirects here. Gloria Irion: Sure. But Is the Real Name Too Long? First, the high priests groups at the ward level were dissolved, making all Melchizedek priesthood holders in wards and branches part of the elders quorum. 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. I feel like there was a high level of love in our home. Russell Nelson Jr. remembers his father teaching him how to maintain the home, from changing a light bulb to shoveling the walks and taking out the garbage, as well as other home duties. ", "Meet LDS Church President Russell M. Nelson, a Renaissance man with perfect pitch and pure faith", "Elder Russell M. Nelson: Applying Divine Laws", "SVS Past Presidents | Society for Vascular Surgery", "Pamela Atkinson: President Nelson's work has been saving lives and souls", "President Nelson Honored as "Pioneer" of Heart Surgery - Church News and Events", "Elder Russell M. Nelson Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles", "What I know now that I learned from President Russell M. Nelson", "First Presidency statement cites scriptural mandate for Church committee", "Religious Leaders Hold A 2d World Parliament", "Elder Russell M. 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[24], In 2015, the University of Utah, along with the American College of Cardiology, created the Russell M. Nelson MD, PhD Visiting Professorship in Cardiothoracic Surgery. ", "Discovering a Surgical First: Russell M. Nelson and Tricuspid Valve Annuloplasty", "At U. Commencement, President Nelson and Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell give advice about adversity", "U of U Health - Celebrating 60 Years of Cardiac Surgery in Utah With Russell M. Nelson, M.D. President Russell M. Nelson and his wife Wendy Watson Nelson with family with family at the temple. Gloria Irion: I remember him coming over, we would have him over for a meal or something after mother had passed away. Russell M. Nelson was set apart as the president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on January 14, 2018. And he would take us to church. He just goes forward and learns what he needs to learn and takes all of the experience with him to help. I mean, we were all so grateful, including him, that it wasnt a day or so before someone found her. Another word I think of is discipline. Hes very disciplined. And that was something that when I first heard that, was a huge surprise to me. And we just loved sharing experiences with each other. I remember him saying it once, but living it always, the best thing a man can do for his children is to love their mother, Irion said. Nelson signed 1,150 mission calls as the presiding apostle. Its, What do you know now? And we always give our guests the last word. And, Gloria, lets start with you. He said, Well, its like being a father. [49] He was succeeded as chairman of the executive committee by Oaks. [72], Since becoming church president, Nelson has visited members of the LDS Church in various areas of the world. This episode of the Church News podcast features three of President Nelsons 10 Children, Gloria Irion, Laurie Marsh and Russell Nelson Jr. Im wondering if we can just start and have each of you share one quality that you think of when you think of President Russell M. Nelson. Friends by Mail. [107], In October 2018, Nelson concluded a 10-day trip to South America by dedicating the Concepcion Chile Temple. 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. He talks about losing his wife to a heart attack after having spent his whole career studying and treating and operating on the heart. I do remember him changing diapers, and reading books and helping us with homework. degrees from the University of Utah and his Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota. [5], A native of Salt Lake City, Utah, Nelson attended the University of Utah for his undergraduate and medical school education. 2:04 Gloria Irion: Thank you, Sarah. You know, we talk about the things that are positive and the things that my parents did great. While on duty, he was assigned to a research group formed by the commandant of the graduate school at Walter Reed, Col. William S. Stone and led by Dr. Fiorindo A. Simeone, a professor of surgery at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland who had been a clinical investigator in the Mediterranean Theater during World War II. A children's magazine published by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I think if theres any dirtying up of the name to happen, its going to be on my shoulders. And I think this is why I loved anatomy and wanted to be a doctor for a good long while. Sarah Jane Weaver: And for our listeners who havent heard the story of how they met, will you share that with us, Gloria? [42], In 1991, Nelson served as the negotiator for the LDS Church with the Internal Revenue Service over whether contributions to support missionaries serving would be tax deductible. President Russell M. Nelson, second from right, skiing with three daughters and a son-in-law, prior to becoming President of the Church. And in that letter, he committed that he wouldnt do anything to besmirch our name. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS And summer trips to places, whether, if we went in the car or however we got there, again, it was more about being together and strengthening those relationships with each other. We love Wendy. I also feel like if somebodys got a job to do, let them do it and I think hes a good cheerleader. If he didnt have other responsibilities or obligations, he was fully present. So the fact that it was her heart, everything that could have been done to help her was done. Nelson served in a variety of lay LDS Church leadership positions during his surgical career, beginning locally in Salt Lake City and then as the LDS Church's Sunday School General President from 1971 to 1979. I had a flashback of when mother had kind of gotten a baby, usually a girl, at that point in time, to sleep, finally, at night. Laurie Marsh: You know, nothing that my dad does surprises me, nothing. [32], In 1981, Nelson held appointments as a visiting professor of surgery at the National Institute of Cardiology in Mexico City and the Catholic University in Santiago, Chile. As Ive watched Daddy go through those times, and they are difficult times for us, Ive been so grateful for the teachings that our parents have given us about the importance of being centered in Jesus Christ, Marsh said. I think he counsels well with others. We were invited, with all, all their love to come and participate in that. 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. and M.D. Sarah Jane Weaver: Yeah, Ive heard him say it, too. So thats not surprising, but its been neat to see. Nelson then attended the University of Utah School of Medicine, graduating with a Doctor of Medicine degree in 1947 ranked first in his class. Nelson's tenure as church president has been defined by an increased focus on worship within LDS temples. You know, Sunday mornings, I guess. And he had a Church assignment in England, it was the 150th anniversary of the Church in England. And really, you dont need to be the child of Russell and Dantzel Nelson to have those blessings. 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. But I really feel like their love for us was not tied to any kind of accomplishment at all. But there was also no question that our mom was the heart of the home. So the two of them working together was just a nice example of how a husband and wife and the mother and father work together.. This team was focused on ways to improve the treatment of wounded and was sent to all five MASH units active in Korea along with two major evacuation hospitals, several field station hospitals, a prisoner of war camp and larger evacuation hospitals in Japan, Hawaii, and the mainland United States in order to implement such improvements. President Nelson, the leader of almost 17 million Latter-day Saints worldwide, has traveled to 35 nations, changed Church organization, utilized technology, led the Church through a pandemic, issued historic invitations But I wouldnt say that its an overwhelming thought thats always at the forefront of my mind. Everything amazes me, but nothing surprises me. 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. I said, How can you walk away from that that was your life? Russell M. Nelson Jr.: I think one of the things that both of them, and especially our dad was really good at, is teaching us why we do things, less about the how and more about the why. And so, obedience or adherence to rules, laws, whatever came with that understanding of why we were doing it. I feel like there was a high level of love in our home. And it was fast-paced and it was hard to keep up with him, but it was also filled with so much love and beautiful moments. And so its been really neat to see that come through. And it takes time, you know, we cant have everything, right that very minute. [44] For a time he was also the church's representative to a US State Department committee on international religious freedom. It also adjusted previous policies forbidding adult males to teach classes of children or youth alone to apply to all adults. I feel like the way he is leading the Church is exactly an example of the way we were raised, Marsh said. And now, the 96-year-old father of 10, has a new title: great-great-grandfather. A photo of Dantzel White Nelson and Russell M. Nelson as a young couple. Laurie Marsh: There was always somebody to talk to, somebody to play with, play dolls with, or talk about problems or whatever. And as the evening was winding down, it was time for us to go and go back to our homes. Laurie Marsh: I have to mention, because to me, its his biggest life is his focus on the Savior. If we can be obedient, and make and keep our covenants, well be able to live eternally as a family with Heavenly Father again, she said. 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. But none of us were ever forced to come, everyone would still get together. Please remember to subscribe to this podcast and if you enjoyed the messages we shared today, please make sure you share the podcast with others. Sarah Jane Weaver: Is there anything about your fathers service as President of the Church that surprised you or that caught your attention? In a May 2020 interview with the Church News, President Nelson said, "Even through clouds of sorrow, there can be silver linings found.". Elder Nelson's previous marriage was to Dantzel White Nelson, who died 12 February 2005. And I think thats something that I treasure. Prophet, physician, husband and father: A look at the life of President Nelson, 98 statements of counsel from President Nelson in honor of his 98th birthday, Church News podcast, episode 118: Three of President Russell M. Nelsons children celebrate his 5 years as prophet, offering a glimpse into his role as a father, Invitations President Nelson has given since he became Prophet, President Russell M. Nelsons prophetic ministry: 5 years of historic leadership, revelation and invitations, A fulness of joy: President Nelson shares message of eternal life at his daughters funeral, President Nelsons family gathered virtually to celebrate his birthday and hear his hopes for them, The 2 things President Nelson wants his family to know this Christmas, President Nelson is now a great-great grandfather. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Yeah, theres no question I was well-mothered. They had ten children together, nine daughters, Rosalie, Sylvia, Marsha, Wendy, Brenda, Emily, Laurie, Marjorie, and Gloria, and one son, Russell. During his tenure the Sunday School developed a unified 8-year-cycle of covering the LDS Church's scriptures in its curriculum. The hymn practice time in Sunday School was also renamed to worship through music. Laurie Marsh: Sure. He encouraged them to collectively choose a period of seven days in which to abstain from the use of social media. They both played the piano and the organ. And it was a nice reinforcement of, you know, Dont worry about him. [91] On June 18, the First Presidency created committees assigned to form a unified hymnbook and children's songbook for the worldwide church membership, with each language edition having the same hymns (and other songs) in the same order, and that these committees would be taking submissions and collecting surveys until July 2019. So we all have that exact same opportunity. So hed leave the stake center and come and pick us up. Sarah Jane Weaver: And Russ, we saved you for last, because you came at the end of the Nelson family. Next, Nelson ended home teaching and visiting teaching, replacing the programs with a focus on ministering, and shifting both the focus and methods of tracking them. President Nelson supported his wife in becoming a member of The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square for a few years. He noticed every little thing and taught us by example that our mother was of huge value to us, and No. Sarah Jane Weaver: And since 1984, when your father was called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, you have had to share him with millions of Latter-day Saints across the globe. [111], In April 2020, Nelson announced plans to build a temple in Shanghai, China. 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. Ray Goldrup. While in Rome, the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles took the first apostolic group photo in two decades. Gloria Irion: Right, yeah, it was funny. And thats the way theyve been with everyone that joined our family, whether it was after our sister passed away and a new mother would come in for these kids. On Monday, September 9th, President Russell M. Nelson will be celebrating his 95th birthday. He made everything look easy. Published by the Church of Jesus Christ of La. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Yeah, thats, thats well-documented in, in the books. 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. The children were grateful to see their fathers cheerful countenance return after he married Wendy Watson. 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. We just need to be a child of God. But. In 1985, Nelson was the first person ever to be made an honorary professor of Shandong Medical College. [114] Together they had ten children: nine daughtersMarsha, Wendy (19512019),[115] Gloria, Brenda, Sylvia, Emily (19581995),[116] Laurie, Rosalie, and Marjorieand a son, Russell Jr. (b. Can you talk a little bit about those times when the focus of your family had to be eternal? I think we taught him patience and long-suffering. First, he would find and greet his late wife, Dantzel Nelson. "[101] Shortly after the change, Nelson said in a press release that the reversal was, "revelation upon revelation. "Who are we? "[94][95][96], In the October 2018 general conference, Nelson adjusted the balance between a home-centered, church-supported form of worship. And we were going to be working together to see how we could get that goal accomplished. They dated for three years, then married on August 31, 1945, in the Salt Lake Temple. [119] Watson, originally from Raymond, Alberta, was a professor of marriage and family therapy at BYU prior to her retirement in 2006. "The purpose of the Church is to bring the blessings of God to His children on both sides of the veil," he said. How did President Nelsons academic and professional accomplishments influence his childrens education and career paths? Explore Russell M. Nelson net worth, birthday, height, age, bio, salary, 2023! And so, well, his health and strength is due in large part to her efforts and all the things that she does, in ways to support him that we dont know the half of, Im sure. But we just, out of love and not wanting to be left out. Gloria Irion: I could probably do my own hair by them. He would come find that baby in the crib, pick her up and nuzzle his nose in her neck, and hold her and smell her, and sing to her,and coo to her, and put her back down and then go back if it was you know, at night after the baby had been put to bed. 1, she said. He is proud of who we are and who we have become and for our own accomplishments, Russell Nelson Jr. said. And he said, Oh, no, Im just good at taking instruction. Especially being at the younger end, I saw more mature father and parents than my siblings did. [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. And we try to unwind it and we try to untangle it and he kind of just stops for a second, exasperated and looks up at me goes, This reminds me of fishing with your sisters.. He knew everything that could have been done was done. He was ordained an apostle on April 12, 1984, by Gordon B. Hinckley. He became a doctor, Doctor of the heart. Sarah Jane Weaver: Im Sarah Jane Weaver, editor of the Church News. 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