SALT LAKE CITY — Reaction to the death of President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints began pouring in Sunday.

The church president and prophet died just after 10 p.m. Saturday at his home in Salt Lake City. He celebrated his 101st birthday on Sept. 9.

“Today we mourn the passing of President Russell M. Nelson — a prophet of God, a gentle leader, and a voice for peacemaking,” said Utah Gov. Spencer Cox. “He built bridges across faith traditions and cultures, serving God’s children throughout the world. Abby and I will forever treasure our moments with him. “Hail to the Prophet, ascended to heaven!”

Cox later posted, “The best of men. I will miss my friend and the leader of my faith. We believe that the heavens are still open and that God still communic

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