Russell M. Nelson's Presidency
Russell M. Nelson, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, pushed the church away from the nickname 'Mormons', a term that has shaped Americans' view of the church for 200 years.
Nelson, a former heart surgeon and longtime church leader, became president in 2018 at the age of 93. However, his tenure was not uneventful, as he proved to be a consequential reformer.
Visiting South America in 2018, he told members to "buckle up" and "eat your vitamin pills. It's going to be exciting."
During his presidency, Nelson streamlined bureaucracy, took steps toward gender equity, and ended the church's century-long relationship with the Boy Scouts. He also reaffirmed the church's opposition to LGBTQ+ relationships and identities.
Russell M. Nelson passed away on September 27, 2025, at the age of 101.
Author's summary: Nelson's presidency brought significant changes to the church.
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