Church of Jesus Christ Names Bishop Gérald Caussé as New Apostle
Presiding Bishop Gérald Caussé was announced on Thursday as the newest member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
New Apostle Background
Now known as Elder Caussé, 62, he has served as the church's presiding bishop for 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 Church Service Details
- Native of Bordeaux, France.
- Third presiding bishop born outside the United States.
- First presiding bishop for whom English is a second language.
- Previously served as a counselor in the Presiding Bishopric and as a General Authority Seventy.
- Married Valérie Babin on August 5, 1986, in the Bern Switzerland Temple.
- Has lived in Germany and the United States due to church responsibilities.
Author’s summary: Gérald Caussé’s appointment as an apostle marks a significant leadership milestone, reflecting his deep faith and decades of service spreading across several countries.