Oct 6, 2017 · Elder Robert D. Hales, who served as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles since 1994 and as Presiding Bishop of the Church from 1985 until his call to the Twelve, passed away on October 1, 2017.

Young Robert D. Hales, inquisitive and happy, was raised in a gospel-centered home on Long Island, New York. When Robert D. Hales was a graduate student at Harvard University, he was called to be the president of his elders quorum.

Elder Hales received his call as a General Authority on April 4, 1975. He served as an Assistant to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and later as a member of the First Quorum of the Seventy. He was Presiding Bishop of the Church from April, 1985 until …

Oct 1, 2017 · Elder Robert D. Hales died at 12:15 p.m. Sunday in the hospital at age 85 from causes incident to age. He was surrounded by his wife and family at the time of his passing. Robert Dean Hales was born in New York City on August 24, 1932.

Elder Hales teaches us about the interwoven characteristics that are all necessary to our becoming true disciples of Jesus Christ.

“And then, if thou endure it well, God shall exalt thee on high” (D&C 121:7–8). Dark moments of depression were quickly dispelled by the light of the gospel as the Spirit brought peace and comfort with assurances that all would be well.

Elder Hales teaches us about the blessings and responsibilities associated with the gift of the Holy Ghost.

By Elder Robert D. Hales. Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. We become converted and spiritually self-reliant as we prayerfully live our covenants. The Savior told His disciples about a son who left his wealthy father, went to a far country, and wasted his inheritance. When a famine arose, the young man took the lowly job of feeding swine.

By Elder Robert D. Hales Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles The purpose of our life on earth is to grow, develop, and be strengthened through our own experiences.

Robert D. Hales, “The Unique Message of Jesus Christ,” 80; see also Robert D. Hales, “Christian Courage,” 75. In LaRene Gaunt, “Elder Robert D. Hales: ‘Return with Honor,’” 53. Selected Teachings