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President Nelson's Funeral to Draw 20,000 Attendees

10/8/2025

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Summary

Story summary

President Russell M. Nelson’s funeral is set for October 7, 2025, at the Church’s Conference Center in Salt Lake City.
A public viewing precedes the service, broadcast in over 30 languages.
About 20,000 attendees secured tickets within 20 minutes.
Dallin H. Oaks is expected to be named the church president after the funeral, marking a leadership transition.

History

Historical Context

Gordon B. Hinckley served as the 15th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from March 1995 until his death on January 27, 2008. Under his leadership, church membership surged by over 3 million, reaching approximately 13 million. The upcoming funeral of Russell M. Nelson highlights the ongoing significance of leadership transitions within the church, with Dallin H. Oaks expected to succeed him.

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Story summary

President Russell M. Nelson’s funeral is set for October 7, 2025, at the Church’s Conference Center in Salt Lake City.
A public viewing precedes the service, broadcast in over 30 languages.
About 20,000 attendees secured tickets within 20 minutes.
Dallin H. Oaks is expected to be named the church president after the funeral, marking a leadership transition.

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