Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Announces New First Presidency
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced a new First Presidency on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
President Dallin H. Oaks of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles was named the new leader of the worldwide faith during a live broadcast from Temple Square.
Todd Christofferson was announced as a counselor in the First Presidency, which is the highest governing body in the church.
This announcement comes more than two weeks after the death of President Russell M. Nelson, who led the church since 2018.
President Nelson died at his Salt Lake City home on September 2025.
President Dallin H. Oaks was named the new leader of the worldwide faith.
- President Dallin H. Oaks - new leader
- Todd Christofferson - counselor in the First Presidency
Author's summary: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has a new First Presidency led by President Dallin H. Oaks.