I know we have a living Prophet. Hence, his growing up has been intensely religious and conservative. Sister Dew, also a former member of the Relief Society general presidency, will be conducting the interview today. During the address, some in the comments on YouTube did say they enjoyed the speech. Since Nelson was named the commencement speaker, they had asked the university to reconsider, largely pointing to what they see as bias and discrimination in her work. Elder Nelson and Wendy L. Watson "were married today in the Salt Lake Temple. But one she didn't expect was being the wife of President Russell M. Nelson. Sister Wendy Nelson: I wouldnt tell them that we need them and how important they are, because theyve been told that. Sister Wendy Watson Nelson on Being an Apostle's Wife and the Power of Keeping Covenants. When one person believes that he or she is more correct than another and that they must change, that leads to emotional violence, she said. Because he has such confidence in their decision making ability. We would be drifting off to sleep, and I would think of something I needed his help with. Hes even again, more what looks like courageous and bold, but is just his obedience, his intense, exquisite obedience to whatever the Lord needs him to do. We received a wonderful letter from Joan Dall Patton, who fondly reflected on her life with husband Ed "Pat" Patton, BArch '49."After being married, we spent a year in Seattle and returned to Ithaca, as Pat needed one more term to get his degree. You are about to access Constant Contacts (http://visitor.constantcontact.com). Hearts can change., Donate to the newsroom now. 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. Ive learned that when precision is involved, you always know the Lord is involved. I had to say to him, like several months after, Are you OK about this? Because our routine every Wednesday night was he was on the organ practicing for Thursday morning, and that suddenly had changed. and 2000, and is the author of several books and addresses recorded She described letting go of what she had planned her stress over a prescribed timeline listening to what she really needed and getting love in return. Nelsons personal wealth stands at 2 million dollars,the Mormon CULT ( and that is what it is ) is run like the Mafia,forcing people to work in their mines and other interests,a disgusting purge on humanity. Enter your email to receive updates on our LDS Living content, 2022 LDS Living A Division of Deseret Book Company, Sister Wendy W. Nelson on being an eyewitness to President Russell M. Nelsons four years as Prophet, 6 quotes from Latter-day Saint leaders to celebrate Earth Day, Tabernacle Choir announces world tour beginning this summer, Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Let Gods love prevail. The moment he becomes President of the Church, he and everybody else can figure out thats not going to work. from BYU, and her Ph.D. from the University She was also a nurse and psychologist with more than twenty-five years as a therapist. We are grateful that she has graciously accepted the invitation to be part of tonights celebration, the president pointedly noted. family therapy in the School of Family Life at Brigham Young I can tell you that when we are studying our Come, Follow Me or watching a Book of Mormon video or reading our scriptures, we will often say to each other, Imagine, our friend in Mongolia is reading 'Come, Follow Me' scriptures, right today. Our friends in India, our friends in Tonga, our friends in Indonesia. He couldnt see anything except the name Wendy Watson. "When Dantzel's mother found out that I was having Dantzel . I know Joseph was a Prophet. That applies throughout life, Nelson noted. (Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Graduates listen in their cars, as commencement speaker, Wendy Watson Nelson speaks, at Utah Valley University's graduation program in Orem, on Friday, May 7, 2021. As I hinted at, instead of the traditional format for this Church News podcast, we are going to step back and listen to a conversation between these two amazing women. She earned a bachelors degree in 1975 from Brigham Young University and a PhD in 1984 from the University of Calgary in family therapy and gerontology. He studied at LDS Business College along with his high school and completed his B.A. Jesus Christ is my Savior. the University of Utah and his Ph.D. from the University of from the University of Hawaii President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and his wife, Sister Wendy Nelson, wave to attendees during a devotional in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on Nov. 19, 2019. 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. I would tell them to absolutely keep immersed in all the light and truth they can, in terms of what they read, what they watch, what they say, what they think. So this is early January, this is pre-COVID. Professional Life. Surgery for the American Heart Association. 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. Sister Sheri Dew: So weve had the conversation more than once in our lives where we have said because maybe weve gotten hit with something that weve had to sort of recover from or think, Oh, wow, how do I handle that? and weve both had the conversation occasion where he said, OK, what do we know for sure is true? And its what you just said: Well, I know that God is my father. This special Church News podcast examines President Nelson's first three years from the perspective of his wife, Sister Wendy Watson Nelson. David and Laura McLean Watson. Because the Lord has such better ideas about what I should be doing or how he would handle a situation. She is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Nelson was a member of the LDS Church's Quorum of the Twelve Apostles for nearly 34 years, and was the quorum president from 2015 to 2018. But hes not trying to be inventive, just to be inventive. After that, he went to the University of Minnesota and took part in the first-ever open heart surgery using the cardio-pulmonary bypass. Wendy Watson Nelson is a retired marriage and family therapist, author, and speaker. in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, her B.A. Ive spoken about this a little bit to say that we love playing Scrabble with each other. And theres no moaning and groaning. [deleted] 2 yr. ago [removed] cactuspie1972 2 yr. ago Sister Sheri Dew: When you married Elder Russell M. Nelson in 2006, you kind of stepped onto a moving train. What have you learned about people? She said she did that when she held onto her expected life plan. Sister Nelson also spoke about President Nelsons concern for neighbors and others: For the first 12 years of our marriage, we lived in North Salt Lake and in the winter, it snowed a lot. Our members work on a volunteer basis for the Church. What have you observed in that father/daughter relationship, by of course, coming to love his daughters? He performed many rare operations and was honored by making him elected president of Society for Vascular Surgery in 1975. This page was last edited on 1 March 2023, at 16:36. In an address at BYUs Hawaii campus broadcast worldwide in January 2016, Nelson suggested that LGBTQ folks need to repent to have their sexual feelings be in harmony with eternal laws. That is commonly referred to as the pray away the gay approach, which most therapists say is harmful. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. And he's looking to the next thing. But he knows something should happen. of Calgary. He completed the four year M.D. Were joined not only by Sister Nelson, but by Sister Sheri Dew, the executive vice president of Deseret Management Corporation. 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. Sister Sheri Dew: Everybody goes through major transitions. Good for him. There was no warming up. It is not for use by other media.. By Sarah Jane Weaver, Church News The last four years have been "an abundance of light-filled, love-filled moments" for President Russell M. Nelson and his wife, Sister Wendy W. Nelson. Nelson said she continued to progress through her degrees and opened her own private counseling practice. Surprisingly, tickets were available, so they hurriedly packed, caught a cab to the train station, bought their tickets, and walked to the large yard filled with trains. Jointly published by the Deseret News and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, its content supports the doctrines, principles and practices of the Church. You make it sound as though being paid $120,000 annually is some kind of a scandal! Something Ive noticed: Two words that Ive not heard him use before the last three years reduce and simplify. Ill tell you what he sees. But there is a concept that says the more time you spend with someone or something, or even an idea, the more you will become like that person. Those are all the things Ive seen. . He does not hold on to This is how weve always done it. He is not a slave to tradition. Fasting is real. I will show you how to save the Lake if you visit my home. And now, after 15 years of marriage, she said, my husband and I still fall in love with each other more every day.. 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. In fact, just the other day, I received an email from one of our friends in Indonesia. "In my own mind, I had wrestled with it and was quite certain there was no possible way that could be right," she said. "I knew in three different ways that the Lord's will was for this potential relationship with Elder Russell M. We Believe Jesus Christ is our Lord and Redeemer. It wont cost Billions, but the cost will be in the Millions, and I believe we can get the IMF to pay for it because there are 11 major cities around the world that also need to be saved. Anywhere else in America the president of this size organization would be paid several million a year plus stock options! In a popular Mormon Leak site, it was revealed that authorities get more than $120,000 a year. Sister Sheri Dew: President Nelson gave a talk called Hear Him. What have you learned about hearing Him, how to hear Him, from being married to President Nelson? Its just particularly hurtful to choose her, he has said. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Now more than ever we need the peace only he can bring. He doesnt even want to use the word must in a talk. 17 of 17. Ill tell you some specifics in a minute. Again, building on this, and thinking about so many experiences youve had and that youve personally witnessed with your husband over the last three years: Is there a moment or maybe some certain kinds of moments that you think typify his ministry? President Russell M. Nelson, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, right, and Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, stand together at the BYU Jerusalem Center in Jerusalem on Saturday, April 14, 2018. So let Gods will prevail. 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. She tried to fight it. (The faith has, in recent years, attempted to carve out a more empathetic stance toward LGBTQ people, but those mandates remain.). Photo by Scott G Winterton, Deseret News. 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. She told graduates, "Graduates, if you want to have a wonderful life, a life filled with momentum and optimism and accomplishments, remove contention from your mind and heart, from your conversations and relationships, from your home and from your workplace. Nominate Someone for a FOX 13 Dream Team Surprise. President Utah State Medical Association, vii. So what looked really impossible, what felt just overwhelming, over time, really diminished. How did Russell and Dantzel make "ends meet" when they were in college? It was a stunning display of timingthe Lords timing. My wife, Wendy, is a woman of great faith and wisdom. On September 9, 2022, President Russell M. Nelson turns 98 years old. I know without a doubt he was chosen premortally to be the Lord's Prophet to the world, on the earth today, at this precise time. marriage was to Dantzel White Nelson, who died 12 February 2005. Sister Wendy Nelson has many titles doctor, gerontologist, and marriage and family therapist being just a few. He supported his traditional atmosphere and continued his family traditions about religion and faith. Here are some particularly heartwarming stories she shared. The university defended the choice and even reiterated its support from the lectern during the ceremony Friday. Thats what hes after. There I am, Ive sort of got my whole head set into this is how its going to be in 2020. 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. Weve missed being with family members and other loved ones up close and personal. Editor's note: This article originally ran on LDS Living in June 2019. Russell M. Nelson was one of those who watched from inside, with Wendy Nelson pointing him out in the crowd. She shared with us her thoughts on being an apostle's wife and an author, as well as her passion for temple work and sharing the gospel. As they became acquainted, it was clear that heaven was orchestrating their union. What would you want to tell them? I commend her teachings to you. Sister Wendy Nelson: In a very practical way, let God prevail means for President Nelson that he is on call 24 hours a day for the Lord. She was a professor of marriage and family therapy in the School of Family Life at Brigham Young University. Nelson's husband was set apart as President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on January 14, 2018. We recently talked with Sister Wendy Watson Nelson, beloved wife of President Russell M. Nelson. Because our experience these days doesn't look anything like those early days of transitioning. During the last three years, youve been to more than 30 countries, I think its in the neighborhood of 35 countries. Its not a problem with her (Nelsons) religion, said Kelli Potter, an associate professor of philosophy at UVU and a trans woman. So we missed them. They are on a global tour of eight countries. I also have solutions for nearly every other problem on Earth. Nelsons net worth is in excess of 2 million dollars,the 120,000 is merely a retainer not a wage,no one person can become a prophet ,seer or a revalant if the CULT was started by a lay person,it is run on the lines of the Mafia. When reporting about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, please use the complete name of the Church in the first reference. There is no doubt that Planet Earth is a wondrous, beautiful, and glorious place, and we are eternally grateful for all of Gods creations. Thank you for this adjustment.. He has not tried to replicate anything thats been done before. This week the Church News podcast featured an interview with Sister Wendy W. Nelson, wife of President Russell M. Nelson. And all that stopped on a dime, his calendar became your calendar, and you stepped into a brave new world, as it were. Together, they had nine daughters and a son. mormonanswerguypod 2 yr. ago This is a great conspiracy theory. By The Salt Lake Tribune Donate to the newsroom now. Its reaching out to meet with Pope Francis, frankly. Heres a look at three of them that have inspired me recently. 11:9 Nelson was born Sept. 9, 1924, in Salt Lake City, the son of Marion C. and Edna Anderson Nelson. They know how to get things done. Critics complained that the book promotes a kind of Mormon elitism and endorses giving candy as a reward for righteous living and withholding it and group membership for children who make a mistake.[1] Deseret Book issued a statement defending the book: The Not Even Once Club was created to help LDS parents and their children discuss the importance of making and keeping promises. People were encouraged to read the short story in its entirety and the Guide for Parents and Children in the back of the book, especially the emphasis on the atonement of Jesus Christ.. And it really is true that with God meaning when you are working with God nothing is impossible. He had been a member of the Quorum of the Twelve for two decades, more than two decades. Weve talked about how he doesnt see color of people. Some people had more than two bins, several had long sloping driveways. 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? "To meet the debt, I picked her up after school, took her to LDS Hospital where we each sold a pint of blood for $25, then took her to work at the music store. 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. I never wanted to leave them because of this connection. Sheri signed both her and Wendys names, the young woman took the notes and departed, and Sheri and Wendy boarded the train for Zurich. Photograph: Api/Gamma-Rapho via Getty She chaired the BYU Womens Conference in 1999 and 2000. Being born on 9 September 1924, Russell M Nelson is 98 years old as of todays date 1st May 2023. Ive watched that for years. 'What are we spending the widow's mite on that for?'". Im glad we dont want or need your prayers. Also FACT- Nelson married Wendy less than 14 months after his wife Dantzel suddenly unexpectedly & mysteriously died, according to news reports. He is undaunted. Theres no pretenses. I would have to involve inclusion. President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and his wife Sister Wendy Nelson with the Rev. Cookie Notice Also each Monday throughout the year after garbage pickup, he would roll each neighbors large garbage bins from the road back up to their home. 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. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. But I think its not an accident that we are immersed in the waters of baptism. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. https://www.ldsliving.com/Watch-Sister-Nelson-Shares-How-the-Lord-Brought-Her-and-President-Nelson-Together/s/90973, Scan this QR code to download the app now. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Hes so quick to adapt. I think thats happening. She received her R.N. To download all photos or videos related to this article, select the links at the bottom of each section. 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. And I know that praying and fasting with others, for others, brings miracles. 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. In 1955, he accepted a faculty position at the University of Utah School of Medicine. "He sees things and says, 'What are we doing that for?' SALT LAKE CITY Sister Dantzel Nelson, wife of Elder Russell M. Nelson, passed away unexpectedly Saturday evening at her home in Salt Lake City. Get the facts right before posting them online. Think for yourself, dont just believe hatespeach. The returned sister missionary was game, so Sheri quickly jotted a note and handed it to her. (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) Wendy Nelson, wife of church President Russell M. Nelson, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. And until I really started to study what the Savior taught the Nephites, and to say "contention is not of me." And its pretty funny, but it works. She was almost certain that Elder Harold G. Hillam, then the Area President, and his wife, Carol, would be accompanying Elder Nelson to Rome. Maybe it was time to quit teaching at BYU. You had been a very successful professor, you had a reputation around the world for some of the things that you had written in your field, you had been a professor of marriage and family therapy, as well as a therapist. Sister Sheri Dew: OK, your husband has now been President of the Church for three years. How is he different today than when you married him? He also has a professorship named after him. And really, I can barely remember that time. After communing with both nature and the Lord, Sister Nelson said she found her answer. 02-12-05 he re married wendy watson on april 6 2006 What were some of president nelsons jobs? We dont need to agree with another persons ideas, she said. She also told graduates Friday night, also seemingly in response to concerns: You were seen here. And she worked for 25 years. He then served in the military for 20 months as a Medical Corp and left as a Captain. His prayers are different. Theyll feel like theyre making a difference. Let Gods laws prevail. And suddenly, there she was just saying Happy Thanksgiving. So I feel like weve got friends all over the world. As his wife, what is your unique view of that? She was a Canadian nurse and educator. She is the wife of Russell M. Nelson, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. And he will say, Well, we knew there would have to be an obstacle when something thats good is going to, you know, affect the world and prepare the world for the Second Coming of the Savior. Theyre just deep, core good. He is single minded. We are followers of the Prince of Peace. Sister Wendy Nelson is interviewed by media in Papeete, Tahiti on May 24, 2019. As the late Sunday afternoon sun warmed the stained-glass windows in the doors of the Rome Italy Temple, the men dubbed "the two Russells . She wrote several books, including Personal Purity and Intimacy, Searching Diligently in the Light of Christ, and Change: Its Always a Possibility! Sister Wendy Nelson: Well, I know that prayer works. xiv. All what you stated here are not true. I could feel this is of God, I mean, theres no way you can do this. The Church of Jesus Christ is Christian Religion. As she introduced Nelson, UVU President Astrid Tuminez said several times that the school appreciated the address. She's set to speak to graduates during commencement at Utah . But as they talked, she found herself saying something shed never said to anyone before in her life: Kathy, you can write it in your journal. But I can tell you that one of the sweetest joys of my life is to hear him pray. 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. 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. To hear Him, what Ive learned is we absolutely remove anything that prevents the Spirit from being in our home in full abundance. But there has been one huge plus for usactually, thereve been several pluses. In this Church News podcast, we celebrate this milestone as guest host Sister Sheri Dew interviews President Nelsons wife, Sister Wendy Nelson. These girls are sturdy girls, meaning theyre not on every wave that goes by, theyre not on the internet, sniffing out some specious thing thats out there.
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