A New Era Begins: Former Utah Supreme Court Justice Dallin H. Oaks named President of LDS Church - Local News 8

A New Era Begins: Former Utah Supreme Court Justice Dallin H. Oaks named President of LDS Church

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the reorganization of a new First Presidency, with Dallin H. Oaks as the 18th president.

"I accept with humility the responsibility that God has placed upon me and commit my whole heart and soul to the service to which I've been called,"

said President Oaks. He succeeds President Russell M., who passed away over two weeks prior.

President Oaks expressed his commitment to fulfilling the challenges given by his predecessor, stating that there is much work to be done.

A live broadcast was held today at 1 PM to announce the reorganization of the new First Presidency.

Author's Summary: Dallin H. Oaks named 18th LDS Church president.

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