Dallin Harris Oaks, a staunch defender of religious liberty and a devoted advocate of man-woman marriage, is expected to be announced Tuesday afternoon as the 18th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The 93-year-old former Utah Supreme Court justice’s two counselors in the global faith’s governing First Presidency also will be named in the worldwide announcement at 1 p.m. Mountain time.

“Join us to hear messages from special witnesses of Jesus Christ and learn about the reorganization of a new First Presidency ,“ a Tuesday morning news release noted. “...This live announcement will be made from Temple Square in Salt Lake City and will be available to the public as it unfolds.

“This message will be broadcast live on ChurchofJesusChrist.org, Church YouTube

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