. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: So much of our activities had to do with just being together, whether it was, you know, very early on, we would have monthly family parties, Christmas traditions, we could almost dictate the whole month of December by the traditions that we would do day by day and week by week. And so that way we can kind of keep up on what hes doing and he can read what were doing. Gloria Irion: We knew he had notoriety, because of his research and the things that he had accomplished and always kept accomplishing. There was no question he was the head of the home. And imagine in your minds eye the cardboard box just packed full of Christmas lights, strings and strings of Christmas lights. [53] The following month, Nelson dedicated the renovated Aaronic Priesthood Restoration Site in Pennsylvania, where LDS Church members believe the Aaronic and Melchizedek priesthoods were restored. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Oh, I dont know, Ive got a couple of funny stories, but I dont know. [15] Nelson began his first year of medical school while still an undergraduate, and completed the four-year MD program in only three years. Programa: Welcome to the weekly MormonNewsRoundup where Al & Dives ruminate on the great and spacious Beehive!, ep. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Days later, the Shanghai Municipal Ethnic and Religious Affairs Bureau responded saying it "knew nothing about the American Mormon Church . An example I know a lot of us have shared with each other is doing taxes at the end of the year. [85], In March 2018, the First Presidency issued a letter on preventing and responding to abuse. from the University of Utah in 1947, shortly after completing his medical degree. But something that we just did together and had fun doing together. Other Nelson family activities included skiing, summer family trips, swimming and other outings. 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. Famous Military Physician Russell M. Nelson was born on September 9, 1924 in United States. Nelson served in that bishopric for over five years at a time when the ward had over 1,000 members. In the 2021 Friend to Friend event, President Russell M. Nelson gave this message to children around the world. And so that was always at the top of the priority list, is to treat, not only my mother, but my sisters, and all women with respect. Sarah Jane Weaver: And you have nine girls, then Russ comes along. Russell Nelson was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on September 9, 1924. Those grandchildren are now having their own children, President Nelson wrote in an Instagram post on July 7. 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. Were so grateful that you would share him with us so that he could teach us so much about the Savior Jesus Christ. But as far as the details, my guess is, because Im the seventh, probably one of my older sisters was really making sure that I was presentable. On Monday, September 9th, President Russell M. Nelson will be celebrating his 95th birthday. Three of President Russell M. Nelson's children celebrate his 5 years as Prophet, offering a glimpse into his role as a father Three of President Nelson's 10 children Gloria Irion, Laurie Marsh and Russell Nelson Jr. discuss the lessons learned as children from their father in episode 118 of the Church News podcast. 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. He then did his medical residency and earned a PhD at the University of Minnesota, where he was a member of the research team developing the heart-lung machine that in 1951 supported the first ever human open-heart surgery using cardiopulmonary bypass. He was set apart as a counselor in the bishopric by Joseph Fielding Smith, whose son-in-law was the bishop. And that, by no coincidence, is tied to the word disciple. 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. Here he is in his 90s and always up on the latest technology with the great help that he gets. President Russell M. Nelson sits down with a puzzle in his spare time. Laurie Marsh: I just think the way hes leading the Church is exactly an example of the way we were raised. But there was also no question that our mom was the heart of the home. Dont know what I did in the pre-life, but Im grateful every day to be the daughter of Russell and Dantzel Nelson. President Russell M. Nelson and his wife Wendy Watson Nelson with family. He then moved to the Yale Second Ward, still in the Bonneville Stake, and was called as a member of the stake high council. 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. I often think of Doctrine and Covenants 6:36, Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not, and that is my dad.. He couldnt resist. 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. How did you keep close as a family? He knew everything that could have been done was done. But I think his outward focus was a good example to us, too. 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. Parents shouldn't have to bury their children, and in President Nelson's life, he has had this heavy duty twice. Welcome all of you to the Church News podcast. And a husband and a wife work together in a family. [15][16] While at the University of Utah, he was a member of the Beta Epsilon chapter of Sigma Chi and Owl and Key. He next served as member of the Bonneville Stake YMMIA superintendency (a position roughly equivalent to a modern counselor in the stake young men's presidency) and then as a counselor in the bishopric of the Garden Park Ward. [107], In October 2018, Nelson concluded a 10-day trip to South America by dedicating the Concepcion Chile Temple. But none of us were ever forced to come.. [119] Watson, originally from Raymond, Alberta, was a professor of marriage and family therapy at BYU prior to her retirement in 2006. Thanks to our guests, to my producer, KellieAnn Halvorsen, and others who make this podcast possible. Sarah Jane Weaver:And Laurie, I want to share a story. Was there an emphasis on you choosing careers? So hes brilliant. Maryssa Dennis. 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. He was a very calm, patient and loving father. In 1992, it was identified he was on the Strengthening Church Members Committee, alongside fellow apostle James E. But it was fun to feel like you were on a date with your Daddy and got to spend some time with him. The call to serve in this position had been extended to Nelson by Richard L. Evans, an apostle and the lead figure over publicity efforts on Temple Square. 1972). Find us on your favorite podcasting channel or with other news and updates about the Church on TheChurchNews.com. President Russell M. Nelson, the 17th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, sits with his counselors, President Dallin H. Oaks, first counselor (left), and President Henry B. Eyring, second counselor (right), at a press conference in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Tuesday, January 16, 2018. That was fun. But. [10][11] His parents were not active in the Latter-day Saint faith while he was a youth, but they did send him to Sunday School,[12] and he was baptized a member of the LDS Church at age 16. He doesnt look for anybodys approval, but the Lords. How do you sum up a lifetime of being taught. And after about two weeks, I thought, Man, Im, Im getting tired and Im 14 years old. So hes, its pretty remarkable in that regard. 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 knew decades before I did that there was such a thing as airdropping photos, Irion said of her 98-year-old father. [39], Nelson later served for four and a half years as a regional representative. [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. And I just kind of said, What do you, what do you want us to do now? Asking from a point of, How can we help you? Obedience or adherence to rules and laws came with the understanding of why we were doing it, Russell Nelson Jr. said. But it really has been a big blessing, for sure. At least I can say this, from my perspective, I know that my dad loves me. In April 2006, he . 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. [111], In April 2020, Nelson announced plans to build a temple in Shanghai, China. Every one of us has such a strong testimony that hes here for such a time. [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. I dont remember him watching TV. 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. Gloria Irion: You know, I just had a thought about what an important thing music was in our home. And you know, he was there with her. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Yeah, theres no question I was well-mothered. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Yeah, Laurie mentioned it earlier that when Mother and Daddy were married, they made their motto, Seek ye first the Kingdom of God. And thats what hes encouraging all of us to do now is put the Lord first in our lives and let Him prevail and well be blessed. Almost a fishy-smelling string of pearls. So even though were not physically together, were still very emotionally attached. We were invited, with all, all their love to come and participate in that. You get more joy from letting other people have that experience than you do from having that experience yourself. And I thought that was such a beautiful sentiment. And now, the 96-year-old father of 10, has a new title: great-great-grandfather. In the 2021 Friend to Friend event, President Russell M. Nelson gave this message to children around the world. 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. [106] With the temple in Nicaragua, Nelson fulfilled an apostolic promise he had made to church members there six years earlier. Gloria Irion: I could probably do my own hair by them. He made time for it. He noticed every little thing and taught us by example that our mother was of huge value to us, and No. In this assignment, he worked closely with Dennis B. Neuenschwander and Hans B. You just dont hear him say that. You know, Sunday mornings, I guess. Laurie Marsh: I have to mention, because to me, its his biggest life is his focus on the Savior. Welcome to the Church News podcast. 1950) in the Salt Lake Temple. We still have our family newsletter that everybody contributes once a month a little article. Were there other things that you did on a regular basis that you enjoyed doing together? And hes good at it. Gloria Irion: I think he took those, you know, those circumstances happen so seldom, that I feel like he really tried to take those opportunities to teach us and to help us focus on the eternal, like you, like you said. The meeting took place the day before the church's Rome Italy Temple was dedicated. And, Gloria, lets start with you. You know, we were all really close in age, and hed spend his whole time untangling our lines, because we would throw them wherever. And so that was one-on-one time with him, or one-on-two, if there was someone else with you. And theyre difficult times for us. And Its been interesting, as you know, Ive been a parent now for a little over 25 years, how I look back now, in retrospect, how easy he made everything look. So we were gone in total for about three weeks, two weeks of our own trip, and then a week of his assignment. Their family includes 10 children, 56 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. And we were jumping from bed to bed. Gloria Irion: Oh, right. You know, we talk about the things that are positive and the things that my parents did great. And when he was home, it was time for the family. 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. Sarah Jane Weaver: And I love as were talking about this as your fathers children, who was first a very prominent and renowned surgeon, then an apostle and then the prophet. When he was home, it was time for the family.. A photo of Dantzel White Nelson and Russell M. Nelson as a young couple. Laurie Marsh: I think, to Daddy gets some credit for trying to keep everybody together. I love this idea that she was the first person he looked for when he came home. 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. Shes precious and an angel mother, he called her, Irion said. [110] This was the first time all ordained apostles of the church had been gathered in one location outside the United States. And so all those little experiences add up to neat memories of him as a father and a teacher, but also of how Gods hand is in everything. And if you chose not to come, youd be missing out on a really great opportunity to be together and do something neat. But we just, out of love and not wanting to be left out. Elder Russell M. Nelson. [33], Nelson was honored nationally by being elected president of the Society for Vascular Surgery for the year 1975. [80][81][82], In August 2019, Nelson visited Guatemala, Colombia, Ecuador, Argentina and Brazil. [48], From 2007 to 2015, Nelson was as a member of the Church Boards of Trustees/Education, the governing body of the Church Educational System, and the chairman of its executive committee. And he did always emphasize how important education is, but as far as career choice goes, he never pushed one way or another. He had a confirmation right then that this was a blessing that she went in a twinkling of an eye, basically, and kind of had to start accepting that. In the general conference talk " Covenants ," President Russell M. Nelson teaches that "when we realize that we are children of the covenant, we know who we are and what God expects of us." The covenants we have made direct our lives and give us a deeper purpose. Gloria Irion: I remember him coming over, we would have him over for a meal or something after mother had passed away. We are children of God. 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. 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. [117] Dantzel White was a native of Perry, Utah, and first met Nelson when they were the co-leads in a musical produced at the University of Utah. [25], In March 1956, he performed the first successful pediatric cardiac operation at the SLGH, a total repair of tetralogy of Fallot in a four-year-old girl. Sarah Jane Weaver: Russ, you have a huge opportunity to carry your fathers name, which also sometimes may feel heavy. He used it as a teaching moment for us, to help us and comfort us, Irion said. Marsh has learned the importance of developing a relationship with Jesus Christ and following the prophet. It is a worldwide church and it is the Church of Jesus Christ and its for everyone. 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. Mother was a beautiful singer. And then I also remember, Daddy coming, he was serving as our stake president of the time. Laurie Marsh: Sure. And Ive watched him help and love a lot of people along the way. How did his studies ripple into the home? She was 78 at the time of her sudden death. . [73], The first trip, called a global ministry tour by the church, occurred in April 2018, when Nelson along with his wife, and Jeffrey R. Holland and his wife, met with Latter-day Saints in London, England; Jerusalem; Nairobi, Kenya; Harare, Zimbabwe; Bengaluru, India; Bangkok, Thailand; Hong Kong; and Laie, Hawaii. Come, Follow Me. He was sustained in a Solemn Assembly on March 31, 2018. . So when mother sang in the choir, I must have been, I dont know, 7 or 8 or something. And so a lot of his column dinner table comments and conversations that weve had, I see them now coming through in some of these adjustments, in these teachings, that this isnt a church for the people here in Utah or Idaho or Arizona or the United States. "I feel pure joy every time I welcome a new member of our family into the world." [24] He was at the forefront of surgeons focusing attention on coronary artery disease,[26] and contributed to the advance of valvular surgery as well. 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. They consistently had family home evening. During his tenure the Sunday School developed a unified 8-year-cycle of covering the LDS Church's scriptures in its curriculum. "Have faith to keep all the commandments of God, knowing that they are given to bless His children and bring them joy. Contents. [Laughing]. Gloria Irion: I think he is open to hearing counsel. Its, What do you know now? And we always give our guests the last word. I don't know how long Wendy has been sick, but because . And I actually lament reaching this point in the podcast, because I could hear you guys talk about your father all day long. And that was underscored in just about everything that we did from, you know, We shouldnt let mother, or she shouldnt have to take out the garbage, thats our job. And so we would go take out the garbage, and make sure the home was in proper working order, and things like that from shoveling walks to doing dishes after the meal. He was stern with us if we were rude to mom, but very, very, Christlike. 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. So, thats been a neat thing for me to experience and learn over the last few years. But I love the idea that whats important is, we all go through trials, right? Ringger. Russell M. Nelson Jr.: Yeah, its been fun to kind of contrast and compare the way his teachings and ministry happens worldwide now, to the way it was done in our home when we were young, when I was young. Dr. Russell M. 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But there was a deep level of grief all three times and very apparent, helped us navigate it too. Sarah Jane Weaver: Im Sarah Jane Weaver, editor of the Church News. Sometimes President Nelson took his children on business trips. This episode of the Church News podcast features three of President Nelson's 10 Children, Gloria Irion, Laurie Marsh and Russell Nelson Jr. And thats how they met, I think the play was called Hayfoot Strawfoot. So that was, we liked that play and love that story. [37], After returning to Salt Lake City, he was called as priest quorum advisor in the Garden Park Ward, working with over 50 boys ages 16 to 18. During that period, the Latter-day Saint Prophet has embarked on a fast-paced global ministry that has taken him to 35 countries, guided the Church through a pandemic, extended many invitations and continued to oversee the ongoing restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. And Gloria, lets start with you. And I acknowledge that we love Wendy. [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. And so I know, for myself, that I didnt want to break the rules, because I didnt want to disappoint them. This is the way we treat this person. Haight. Sarah Jane Weaver: What are some of the other things you did I know as a family you like to ski? And theres no surprise to me that we all were so excited to be mothers, because the way he felt that position was such a calling of honor. But no, its been an honor. And it was a nice reinforcement of, you know, Dont worry about him. He really didnt raise his voice. Gloria Irion: Right, yeah, it was funny. They were not untouched by tragedy. [105] His travels have been punctuated by several temple dedications, most notably the Rome Italy Temple in March 2019, which was attended by all current members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Sarah Jane Weaver: Well take any stories. Russell Nelson Jr. knew he could ask his father anything and he would always provide the answer. [35] He performed a total of nearly 7,000 operations before his call to be an apostle. I want to talk about President Nelson before he was a Church leader. And I think that was a blessing to have him home. Laurie Marsh: And for me, I think of my dad as a very optimistic person. Because, you know, our sisters were there, sometimes their dates would hang out after, and my mother was usually there to hear the details, or just to be with us. And when he was teaching me how to water ski, or having very, very spiritual experiences on the mountain, when we were skiing. A stake's high priest quorum now consists of current members of stake presidencies, high councils, bishoprics and functioning patriarchs. I mean, I can remember having so many fun experiences. [28] Later, he performed the same operation on future LDS Church president Spencer W. 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