Meet Elder Jeffrey R. Holland

He was very obedient growing up. One night he ran all the way across town to get home before his 10:00 p.m. curfew.In high school

He played football, basketball, baseball, ran track, and was voted the school’s outstanding athlete.

What is an Apostle?

When Jesus was on the earth, He called 12 men to be His special helpers and witnesses. They were called Apostles. He has called Apostles to be His special helpers today. They testify of Jesus Christ to the whole world. Elder Holland is an Apostle.

He served a mission in the British Isles.

While on his mission, he decided he wanted to become a teacher.

He married Patricia Terry in 1963 in the St. George Utah Temple.

He started as a seminary teacher in California.

Watch videos about the Apostles at children.lds.org. Click on “Videos” and “Meet the Apostles.”