News Release

Church President Nelson Concludes Global Ministry Tour

Russell M. Nelson, President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints finished his global ministry tour Sunday, April 22, 2018, in Laie, Hawaii.

This is the first international trip for President Nelson since he was named the Church’s 17th prophet in January.

 

The senior Mormon leader, who stand as a witness of the Savior, left Salt Lake City on April 10 to meet with members around the globe. Cities on his tour included London, England; Jerusalem, Israel; Nairobi, Kenya; Harare, Zimbabwe; Bengaluru, India; Bangkok, Thailand; and Hong Kong, China.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has more than 16 million members around the world.

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