Quentin L. Cook

American religious leader

Quentin L. Cook - American religious leader
Born

September 8th, 1940
84 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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A religious leader associated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Served as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles since 2007. Has held various leadership positions within the Church, including leadership in the Church in California and overseeing missionary efforts in the Asia region. Worked in the healthcare and business sectors prior to ecclesiastical service.

Membership in the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

Leadership in the Church in California

Oversight of missionary efforts in Asia

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