Clark Gilbert Called as New LDS Apostle & What It Means for the Mormon Church’s Future

Mormon Discussions Podcasts – Full Lineup · Feb 24, 2026 · 2h 21m

The LDS Church has called Clark G. Gilbert as its newest apostle, and the implications of this decision reach far beyond a single leadership change. At just 55 years old, Gilbert is now positioned to shape the Church for decades to come. Tonight, we break down who Clark Gilbert is, what he said about his unexpected calling, his background in Church education and media, and why this move appears to signal an intentional effort to stabilize and protect institutional orthodoxy at a time of growing internal and external pressure. We also examine Gilbert’s controversial past, including mass…