She had been angry, she said, that things didnt go like she wanted. The Church of Jesus Christ is Christian Religion. She was also a nurse and psychologist with more than twenty-five years as a therapist. "I'm astonished, amazed, thrilled, excited every day to know that the Lord is as eager to give revelation to me as he is to give revelation to His prophet," she said. Differences that I noticed with him, even in the last three years since becoming president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he is more future oriented than ever. What do you know to be true? Elder Nelsons previous Great sacrifice to keep their covenants. And the Lord said unto me, A conspiracy is found among the men of Judah, and among the inhabitants of Jerusalem. Nelson.". And I thought, OK, well, this is what well do. And I knew that in between those, there was at least one huge trip a month that in between, we would be doing local opportunities to be with our local congregations. That applies throughout life, Nelson noted. Our seeking peace and harmony is essential for peace in the world, so while some comments are disturbing just walk away and dont read them, they are words. Knowing that he would be traveling alone to and from Europe, he asked his secretary to go to Deseret Book and get him a couple of books to read on the trip. President Russell M. Nelson hugs members of his family at the Cottonwood Heights Utah Brighton Stake Center after President Nelson spoke at his daughter Wendy Nelson Maxfield's funeral on Saturday, January 19, 2019. I would also say, so that they can experience how important they are and valued they are, to look for an opportunity to make a sacrifice of time or energy, and then find a way to give service with that time and energy, because sacrifice and service will absolutely let them feel part of something bigger. Also FACT- Nelson married Wendy less than 14 months after his wife Dantzel suddenly unexpectedly & mysteriously died, according to news reports. The announcement came in a press release posted on the LDS Church's Web site Thursday. But in a meeting, he will have an idea or have words put into his mouth that absolutely changes the trajectory of where things were going. President Nelson opened by saying, "Several months ago, at the end of a temple endowment session, I said to my wife, Wendy, 'I hope the sisters understand the spiritual treasures that are . Even Christ had people who hated him, as did Ghandi, Martin Luther and Lincoln. 'He's been unleashed,' says Wendy Nelson, wife of Russell M. Nelson To download all photos or videos related to this article, select the links at the bottom of each section. How you find peace, she said, is by engaging in conversations, listening, letting go, accepting and loving anyway. April 6, 2006 What is President Nelson's career background? Nelson Mandela, ex-president of South Africa, dies at 95 "I cannot say for certain if there is such a thing as love at first sight," he wrote in his biography. Sister Sheri Dew: OK, in this most recent general conference, President Nelson gave really a classic address, I think it will become a classic: Let God Prevail. Ive heard it quoted a billion times in the last two months. I commend her teachings to you. Russell M. Nelson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Reduce and simplify. in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, her B.A. He was often called as an apostle or negotiator by the Church for advice. Prayer is real. ROME There was real weight embedded in a light moment between Presidents Russell M. Nelson and M. Russell Ballard as the Latter-day Saint leaders wrapped up a news conference in March. So thats what we have there with President Russell M. Nelson. Sarah Jane Weaver: Three years ago this month President Russell M. Nelson was set apart as the 17th President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Jan. 14, 2018. Sister Nelson passed away in February 2005. Here are just a few of our favorites. Russell M. Nelson was one of those who watched from inside, with Wendy Nelson pointing him out in the crowd. His first wife was Dantzel White Nelson, who died February 12, 2005. Elder Nelson marries BYU professor - Deseret News Download a photo or video by clicking or tapping on it. The whole relationship seems very weird to me. We believe in self sufficiency, and being able to provide for our own selves and our own households. (The faith has, in recent years, attempted to carve out a more empathetic stance toward LGBTQ people, but those mandates remain.). On Thursday, April 6, 2006, President Gordon B. Hinckley performed the sealing of Elder Russell M. Nelson and Wendy L. Watson in the Salt Lake Temple. President Nelson discusses women and the priesthood, announces eight Now, these are really simple, neighborly gestures, but the consistency of them by President Nelson softened the heart of one of our neighbors, a great woman who had convinced herself and others that she was really committed to not liking Latter-day Saints. Minnesota. Sister Nelson, the wife of Church President Russell M. Nelson, is a professor of marriage and family therapy, author and a former nurse and psychologist. and our What day did President Nelson get married to Wendy Watson? Elder Russell M. Nelson, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, was married in the Salt Lake Temple on Thursday to Wendy Watson, a professor of marriage and family therapy at Brigham Young University. Im thrilled they are both willing to give us this glimpse into President Nelsons amazing ministry. And I know how to follow instructions. Such a moment that would define or represent his ministry would also show him harkening. Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News, Deseret News. Seeking personal revelation on the matter in a mountain retreat, Sister Nelson fasted and prayed to have the "heavens open" so she could be guided by the Lord to know what to do. He then served in the military for 20 months as a Medical Corp and left as a Captain. Learn more about how the Lord brought President and Sister Nelson together in this Church Newsvideo: Insights from a Prophet's Life: Russell M. Nelsonshares more about how the Nelsons met and the challenges they overcame as a couple: In the spring of 2005, Wendy Watson made a trip to southern Alberta to speak at a stake Relief Society conference in her hometown of Raymond, Alberta, Canada. Ill tell you some specifics in a minute. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); You have entered an incorrect email address! He has served the Army and hence has huge support from all communities despite controversies. He is undaunted. He has told me that in a meeting, he will get an idea. And I wish I could point to one moment, but I can point to what would be part of that moment, to some absolutely essential elements of that moment. and also as former chairman of the Council on Cardiovascular He would like to bring the blessings to every single person himself. Were joined not only by Sister Nelson, but by Sister Sheri Dew, the executive vice president of Deseret Management Corporation. Wendy knew, both from her own life experiences and also from her professional involvement with many couples, that when the Lord makes it clear that a certain course of action is directed or even ordained by God, it likely means there will come a time when you absolutely need to know that the decision or direction youve taken was inspired by Him. . And they found out in a most unexpected way. If you would like to stay on the page you are viewing please click Cancel. The cause of death was not immediately known, said Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints spokesman Dale Bills. Photographs, unless otherwise noted, were taken by Scot Facer Proctor in Warsaw, Poland, May 9, 2003. SALT LAKE CITY -- When Wendy Nelson was Wendy Watson, she was a professor of marriage and family therapy at Brigham Young University, so it should come as no surprise that she would provide. Does anyone else think it's strange that President Nelson basically decided to pursue Wendi only 3 months after his wife had died? If youve cheerfully done everything you can do, then its time to stand still. It would have to be a moment when he is bringing the Saviors love to somebody. Getting to know President Russell M. Nelson of the First Presidency Maybe I am maybe not. I would like to receive in excess of $120,000 to be a leader in your church. Surgery for the American Heart Association. There is a joy that compels him, because he knows its true, because he knows the blessings that the Lord has for these people the promises, the blessings, the unbelievable things that we cant even imagine. She said she did that when she held onto her expected life plan. Wendy L. Watson, originally of Raymond, Alberta, Canada, is the daughter of the late Leonard David and Laura McLean Watson. Having her talk is an explicit endorsement by the university of that rhetoric, one student said earlier. You know the result. Thats what were talking about. ", Subscribe for free and get daily or weekly updates straight to your inbox, The three things you need to know everyday, Highlights from the last week to keep you informed. Sister Wendy Nelson is interviewed by media in Papeete, Tahiti on May 24, 2019. I would feel that speaking to a congregation of 50,000 or a little small branch in Yekaterinburg, Russia the same thing. He cant restrain himself. In the interview, Sister Nelson shares several stories that give listeners a view into President Nelsons vibrant character and personality, including in his roles as husband, father, and grandfather. And then surprise! she said. Wendy L. Watson Nelson (born May 31, 1950) is a Canadian-American marriage and family therapist, and professor. They are rock solid. Prior to his service as head of the Church, President Nelson served as president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles from July 15, 2015, until his call as the Church's leader. MJ Marks, if youre accusing Joseph Smith of pedophilia, I believe you are deceived. What I learned through that travel, as well, is sacrifice is so important to really staying converted when I would meet people who had gone through great sacrifice to join the Church. Sister Sheri Dew: Hes a bridge builder. And that is, if I just think of this one little illustration in my own life, which happens every single day. Research it and tell me it was a different timebecause Im sure pedofilia still going on in the 20th century. And I have never seen the grief that when he is aware that someone is not experiencing the blessings of what the Lord has for them because theyre breaking a commandments that is what makes him sad. President Russell M. Nelson is now the oldest President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Choices for Eternity - The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Let Gods laws prevail. President Russell M. Nelson focuses young adults on their divine Here he is the father of nine daughters, and a terrific daughter-in-law; and married to a wonderful woman, Dantzel, a marvelous woman; and upon her passing a second marvelous woman, but what do you see about his regard for women? I can also say that without a doubt: What do I know? President Russell M. Nelson and Sister Wendy W. Nelson. She is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. And I thought this was a safe space.. He loves that word, hearken, meaning listen to obey. In Episode 12 of the Church News podcast, Sister Wendy Nelson speaks about witnessing President Nelsons prophetic calling in the first three years of his service. I think about, heres a man who for 34 years played the organ every Thursday for the Brethren in the temple. After tension over her speaking, here's what the wife of the LDS As she began to write a second note, Wendy suddenly reappeared from checking out the various train platforms. The small audience in the auditorium at Utah Valley in Orem laughed. I can tell you that his prayers are more global. All rights reserved. "I knew in three different ways that the Lord's will was for this potential relationship with Elder Russell M. Nelson," she stated. It would have to involve something about the gathering of Israel. And so, literally, if we would be watching a movie, and there would be contention, he needed to turn it off. According to LDS Newsroom, President Russell Nelson and Wendy Watson Nelson were married April 6, 2006. This special Church News podcast examines President Nelson's first three years from the perspective of his wife, Sister Wendy Watson Nelson. OK, I better start there, start there, and then try to figure out the personal element. Thats right. Its leaders of nations. Russell M. Nelson Biography - Facts, Childhood, Family Life & Achievements And everything feels like its moving. What's the next thing the Lord needs him to do? It was a stunning display of timingthe Lords timing. and 2000, and is the author of several books and addresses recorded Ordained an Apostle on 12 So hes different. Maybe it was time to quit teaching at BYU. . I married when I was in my 50s to a man with 10 children.. Let Gods love prevail. In a Church News video, Sister Nelson described the early stages of getting to know her husband, who was then a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Theres no looking back. course from the University of Utah in just three years and that too ranked 1st in his class. I can save the Great Salt Lake. We are grateful that she has graciously accepted the invitation to be part of tonights celebration, the president pointedly noted. For one, if he was born into a family in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, he wouldve been baptized at age 8, not age 16. Sister Sheri Dew: I know you would love it. Sister Wendy Nelson: He is so different from when I married him and I am so different, at least I hope we are, because our marriage is such a great joy for each of us. When reporting about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, please use the complete name of the Church in the first reference. Her husband was with her when she died. And I know that fasting works. Im struck with President Nelsons really unique preparations, his unique abilities, his unique sensitivities that have helped him and continue to help him do exactly what the Lord needs to have done.. Speaking about how the COVID-19 pandemic has prevented the Nelsons from traveling as much as usual, Sister Nelson said: We have missed traveling to be with the Saints. So thats just a little context there. Keep immersed in all the light they can. Nelson was born in 1950 in Raymond, Alberta, Canada, to Leonard David and Laura McLean Watson. Nelson spoke for about 20 minutes about her lifes work, including as a former nurse and professor, and as the wife of LDS Church President Russell M. Nelson. Immersion. I think it would be terrible. Dantzel Nelson, wife of heart surgeon Elder Russell M. Nelson of the LDS Church's Quorum of the Twelve, died Saturday, Feb. 12, 2005, at her Salt Lake home. All what you stated here are not true. And I just watch him be undaunted. Those moments only come, she said, when we make room for them, when we are open to other ideas, when we drop contention and expectation. . And suddenly, there she was just saying Happy Thanksgiving. So I feel like weve got friends all over the world. Apparently, the soon-to-be-former wife of Nelson Mandela would not back down even against a global hero. They wondered out loud if the young woman would actually deliver the notes, but assumed they would never know. An example is zero contention. You make it sound as though being paid $120,000 annually is some kind of a scandal! You traveled, of course, widely with him before then, for a number of years, but its different. Does President Nelson speak more frequently on the family since But to the question of what Ive experienced through all of that travel, I feel like I have friends, that we have friends, all over the world. There is a big change coming in my life. The next morning, Wendy mentioned that she had awakened with a hymn in her mind and she didnt know what it was. Get to Know President Russell M. Nelson, a Renaissance Man And he would bolt up in bed and say enthusiastically, So whats wrong with now? And suddenly, we would be in the garage looking for a hammer and nail to hang a picture.. She had worked closely with Elder Hillam during her service in the Relief Society General Presidency, and she asked the young woman if she would be willing to walk up to the stand and hand a note to Elder Hillam. On Thursday, April 6, 2006, President Gordon B. Hinckley performed the sealing of Elder Russell M. Nelson and Wendy L. Watson in the Salt Lake Temple. Sister Wendy Nelson: Well, I can tell you that his daughters are spectacular, which is a true reflection of him as their father, and probably especially their spectacular mother, Dantzel White Nelson. Many still tuned in from their cars as massive screens displayed the speeches into the parking lots and the radio carried the sound on a special station. family therapy in the School of Family Life at Brigham Young Elder Sister Sheri Dew: So continuing on in this line of thought about how your husband feels about women, hes the father of nine daughters. In fact, just the other day, I received an email from one of our friends in Indonesia. mormonanswerguypod 2 yr. ago This is a great conspiracy theory. So let Gods will prevail. And theres no moaning and groaning. Nelson down to local leaders are all Lay ministers and receive no form of salary , I would say that the 120.000 is more than likely expenses being repaid to him for things he has spent out relating to his office like any other member of the church , just like any representative of an organisation he has to entertain guests from all over the world and the church will re-imburse those expenses , so its not a salary get it right .. Theres so much false news in here. This is the second But when we open our ears and hearts to their ideas, love enters in.. Sheri explained the note she had written to the Hillams and said that she was just finishing a second note, this one for Elder Nelson. President Russell M. Nelson joked with a purpose Sunday night about being more than 97-and-a-half years old the oldest president and prophet in the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The cause of death was not immediately known. Hearts can change., Donate to the newsroom now. Keeping up with President Russell M. Nelson: 'It's going to be a busy Speaking of President Nelsons eagerness to help his wife, no matter the time, Sister Nelson shared this insight: President Nelson never delays; he never puts off anything. And I know that praying and fasting with others, for others, brings miracles. And hes got these fabulous girls who are bright and smart and inspired and no nonsense girls, and there is no frills. Good for him. President Nelson Is Now Oldest President of The Church Ive learned what Doctrine in Covenants 123:17 says, which has been a favorite of mine forever. Enter your email to receive updates on our LDS Living content, 2022 LDS Living A Division of Deseret Book Company, Insights from a Prophet's Life: Russell M. Nelson, 6 temple dresses + accessories Latter-day Saint women will love, 6 quotes from Latter-day Saint leaders to celebrate Earth Day, 3 scripture stories that may inspire you to be a little more tree. iii. He couldnt see anything except the name Wendy Watson. Any counsel you would give to someone going through transition, whether its marriage, job, health, so many different things? What would you want to tell them? She served as chair of BYU Womens Conference for 1999 Dont worry Mackenzie we cant save everyone. Russell M. Nelson - Wikipedia Nelson has published pieces where she labels gay relationships as distortion and perversion. In one of the most popular books of her career, Purity and Passion, she posits that homosexual activities break the eternal law upon which the blessings of marital intimacy are predicated., Thats a position shared with LDS Church leadership, which has repeatedly confirmed its opposition to gay marriage and considers same-sex relations a sin, forcing gay and lesbian members to avoid intimate partnerships to remain full-fledged members. from the University of Utah. There was no warming up. In April 2006, he married Wendy L. Watson. But I think thats just shows how quick he is to adapt, which is really fascinating to watch. We have faith in the atonement of Jesus Christ for our sins. Imagine this: Exactly a year ago, December 2019, I looked at our 2020 calendar to see where we would be going, where we were traveling. Let Gods laws prevail. I know that is not the only allowance he receives. She has traveled extensively with him to meet with members of the Church throughout the world. But one she didn't expect was being the wife of President Russell M. Nelson. During the last three years, youve been to more than 30 countries, I think its in the neighborhood of 35 countries. In 2006, he married Wendy L. Watson. The story behind why Winnie and Nelson Mandela could no longer be married Man, theyre rock solid. If after being immersed, we then only sprinkle our lives with a little Scripture here, a little prayer there, a little fasting there, we will only know enough about the gospel to feel guilty and not enough to feel joy.

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