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President James E. Faust — a General Authority for 35 years

Published: Saturday, Aug. 18, 2007

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"I know that the Savior knows that I know that He lives, so I willingly accept the call, the keys, the charge and promise to do the best I know how." — Elder James E. Faust, Oct. 7, 1978

President James E. Faust, 1920-2007

On their 10th anniversary as the First Presidency in 2005, President Thomas S. Monson, President Gordon B. Hinckley and President James E. Faust pose for portrait. This First Presidency was intact longer than any other in Church history.

President Faust chats with others en route to Marriott Center for BYU graduation ceremonies in 1998.

Elder James E. Faust is welcomed to the Quorum of the Twelve after being sustained Sept. 30, 1978.

In 1988, Elder James E. Faust, right, walks in parade in Samoa with Elder John Sonneberg, then of the First Quorum of the Seventy, and Elder Luili Te'o, regional representative.

In 1985, he spends time with grandson Matthew Smith in feeding ducks.

Attending dedication of Nauvoo Illinois Temple in 2002 are Ruth and President James E. Faust.