Elder Gérald Caussé of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke during the Saturday afternoon session of April 2026 general conference about God’s love, which is universal yet personal. The following is a summary of what he said.
Elder Caussé’s talk summary
The miracle of God’s relationship with His children is that though the universe is vast beyond comprehension, every soul carries infinite worth in the eyes of the Creator.
“I bear witness of this truth: God and His Son, Jesus Christ, love all, and They love each.”
The dual reality of God’s love is clearly manifested in Jesus Christ’s Atonement. “All sons and daughters of God, without exception, will receive a full opportunity to access its supernal blessings. Yet it is a remarkably intimate gift, tailored to each individual’s needs and applied to one person at a time.”
To love all and to love each is the same divine love expressed on two scales — one expansive enough to embrace the whole world, and the other personal enough to notice an individual with unique needs and circumstances.
Service in the Church expands one’s circle of love. “We don’t serve only those we already love; rather, we come to love people as we serve them.”
In Christ’s Church there should be no anonymity. “As we extend Christlike love to each person we serve, our eyes are opened to their divine potential. We begin to see them as the Lord sees them.”
Read the full text of Elder Caussé’s talk: ‘Love All; Love Each’
Notable quotes
“Are we selective, or exclusive, in determining who deserves our love, or do we extend Christlike love to all with whom we associate?”
“Discipleship was never meant to be a comfortable circle of familiar friends focused on their own interests. Rather, our congregations are a beautiful mosaic — enriched by diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences — yet united in devotion to Christ.”
“May we follow the Lord’s perfect example and learn to love all and to love each, just as He does.”
Who is Elder Caussé?
- Elder Gérald Caussé served as the presiding bishop from October 2015 until Nov. 6, 2025, when he was called to be an Apostle.
- A native of France, Elder Caussé spent his career in the food industry, where he worked with several supermarket chains and food distribution companies.
- He is an accomplished pianist and has participated in the recording of several piano albums.
- He married Valérie Babin in August 1986. They have five children.
What has Elder Caussé done recently?
- In the April 2025 general conference, Elder Caussé taught that through the Lord’s atoning sacrifice, the Savior will compensate for every inability and injustice if one offers their whole soul to Him.
- In November 2025, he dedicated the new Logan Institute of Religion building.
- In February, he returned to his home country of France to minister as an Apostle.
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