LDS Church Calls Elder Clark G. Gilbert to Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

Gilbert, 55, previously served as a General Authority Seventy and Commissioner of the Church Educational System.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has called Elder Clark G. Gilbert, 55, to be the newest member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Elder Gilbert was called and ordained on Wednesday and Thursday by President Dallin H. Oaks and the other members of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.

Why it matters

The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles is one of the highest governing bodies in the LDS Church, second only to the First Presidency. Elder Gilbert's appointment to this prestigious position reflects his strong leadership and spiritual qualifications within the church.

The details

Elder Gilbert was born in Oakland, California and spent most of his childhood in Phoenix, Arizona. He has served as a General Authority Seventy since April 2021 and as the Commissioner of the Church Educational System since August of that year. In his new role, Elder Gilbert will help provide spiritual guidance and leadership to the global LDS Church community.

  • Elder Gilbert was called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.
  • Elder Gilbert was ordained to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles on Thursday, February 13, 2026.

The players

Elder Clark G. Gilbert

The newest member of the LDS Church's Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, previously serving as a General Authority Seventy and Commissioner of the Church Educational System.

President Dallin H. Oaks

A member of the First Presidency of the LDS Church, who called and ordained Elder Gilbert to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.

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What they’re saying

“This is an amazing time to point people to the Savior Jesus Christ. When we do that, we can find joy and comfort and peace in Him. As President [Russell M.] Nelson once said, it's much harder to find happiness where it doesn't exist. And we're so grateful that I have this calling now to witness that Jesus is the Christ. If people all across the world will look to Him, He will make their lives better, more meaningful, more joyful. And it happens in and through our Savior Jesus Christ.”

— Elder Clark G. Gilbert (fox13now.com)

The takeaway

Elder Gilbert's appointment to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles underscores the LDS Church's commitment to spiritual leadership and guidance, as it seeks to point people towards Jesus Christ and help them find joy, comfort and peace in their lives.