LDS Church President Russell M. Nelson Dies at 101

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LDS Church President Russell M. Nelson Dies at 101
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Russell M. Nelson, the oldest-ever president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a former heart surgeon, died at 101. He led significant changes in church policies, including renaming efforts and LGBTQ+ stance adjustments, and was known for his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic and efforts to expand the church globally. His tenure was marked by both reforms and scrutiny over abuse handling. The next church president is expected to be Dallin H. Oaks.

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