President Nelson Begins Global Ministry Tour in the UK

“We're bringing the love of the Lord to the people, and they will learn to love each other,” said President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, as he began his global ministry tour in London, England, Thursday, April 12, 2018.

“You read the paper and see how angry people are with one another. The Lord's way is the way of peace. He said love one another as I have loved you,” President Nelson said.

London is the first destination on his worldwide travels to cities in Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Hawaiian Islands . This is President Nelson’s first official trip outside of the United States since he was named the Church’s 17th prophet in January.

“This is a global, international trip around the world,” President Nelson said. “We just realized we will meet all the world's population right here in London. We don't need to go anywhere else. We have people in London from all countries of the world.”

President Nelson is joined on the tour by his wife, Wendy, and Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and his wife, Patricia.