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Mormon Prophets and Leaders

Presidents of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Joseph Smith was the first prophet and president of the Mormon Church. Since his time, fourteen other men have been called of God to lead

the Church as its president. The following containes an overview and brief biographies of the fifteen men who have served as prophet and

president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

 

Current Members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

The Mormon Church believes in and is led by modern prophets and apostles. The following contains brief biographies of the current members

of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Also given are biographies of the first and second counsellors in the First Presidency.

 

Previous Members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

The following are brief biographies of some of the most well-known apostles from throughout the Church’s history.

 

Other Famous Members of the Mormon Church

Brief biographies of some of the prominent members of the Mormon Church either presently or in Church History.