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.
New Appointment and Ordination
At 62 years old, Elder Caussé has served as the church's presiding bishop for the last 11 years. He was called to the apostleship and ordained on 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."
Background and Service
- Elder Caussé is originally from Bordeaux, France.
- He is the third presiding bishop born outside the United States and the first for whom English is a second language.
- Prior to this calling, he 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.
Author’s summary: Bishop Gérald Caussé, originally from France and longtime church leader, was called and ordained as an apostle, highlighting his lifelong faith and extensive service.