Who was Thomas Spencer Monson?
Q: Who was Thomas Spencer Monson?
A: Thomas Spencer Monson was an American religious leader and writer.
Q: When did he become the president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?
A: He became the sixteenth President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on February 3, 2008.
Q: How did Monson become the President of the Church?
A: Monson was appointed on the basis of seniority following the death of the previous president.
Q: What was Monson's role before he became the President of the Church?
A: Monson was a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles until he became the President of the Church.
Q: What is Monson said to be as president of the church?
A: As president of the church, Monson is said to be a prophet, seer, and revelator of God's will.
Q: What were some of Monson's other achievements?
A: Monson has spent most of his time engaged in various church leadership positions and in public service. He has received three honorary doctorates. He is Chairman of the Church Boards of Trustees/Education of the Church Educational System. He was appointed by Ronald Reagan to the President's Task Force for Private Sector Initiatives. Monson received the Boy Scouts of America's Silver Buffalo and the World Organization of the Scout Movement's Bronze Wolf—both awards.
Q: When and where did Monson pass away?
A: Monson died in Salt Lake City on January 2, 2018 at the age of 90.
