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Who is the Mormon prophet today?

God has called prophets to lead His Church in our day, just as He did anciently. The current prophet and President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is Thomas S. Monson. He is assisted by two counselors—Henry B. Eyring and Dieter F. Uctdorf. Together, they make up the First Presidency of the Church (much like Peter, James, and John after Christ’s death).

All members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles are apostles and prophets. The current Apostles are:

  • Boyd K. Packer
  • L. Tom Perry
  • Russell M. Nelson
  • Dallin H. Oaks
  • M. Russell Ballard
  • Richard G. Scott
  • Robert D. Hales
  • Jeffrey R. Holland
  • David A. Bednar
  • Quentin L. Cook
  • D. Todd Christofferson
  • Neil L. Andersen

Read other answers contributed by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Answers are the sole responsibility of the members.

Jordan Judkins answered…

Thomas S. Monson.

Brett Jones answered…

The current Prophet and President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is Thomas S. Monson. He has been called of God to fill this sacred calling as the Lords mouth piece and serves faithfully and diligently to serve all of Gods children, just as God would have him do.

Ian. answered…

The Mormom prophet is the president of the church. His name is Thomas S. Monson.

Dylan answered…

God calls a prophet in every dispinsation, they lead and guide and speak of god. They recieve revelation through god to teach and run the church. They are the same and have the same athority the the prophets do in the Bible and Book of Mormon. The prophet today is Thomas S.Monson and he has two counselors to help him. Henry B. Eyring and Dieter F.Uctdorf And their are 12 men or Apostles as well.

Matthew answered…

Today the Prophet is Thomas Spencer Monson, he is the mortal head of the church and directly above him is Jesus Christ. He is God's mouthpiece to man on Doctrine and the matters of the Church.

Scott answered…

Thomas S. Monson is the current President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is a prophet of God that leads and guides us today.

Jewel answered…

The Prophet today is Thomas S. Monson. He is the 16th President of the Church. I met President Monson at my Grandfathers W. Cleon Skousen funeral in 2006, before he became the President. He was then in the First Presidency. During the funeral he was kind, encouraging and sincere. As I listened to him speak, and as I remember his remarks, I am strengthened. At General Conference twice a year and reading his writings for the Ensign Magazine I am reminded that he is certainly a Man of God who leads the Church with a very intelligent and compassionate demeanor. I am grateful that we have available a Prophet of God to instruct, guide and inspire our daily lives.

Auburn answered…

The current Prophet is Thomas S. Monson.

Alex answered…

 The prophet today is Thomas S. Monson. He is a man chosen by the Lord to lead this church and provide guidance and revelation to all the members. He is put here to be a direct path from our Father in Heaven to the members. The prophet is a tool in the hands of the Lord to help every one of us to live our lives to the best we can. What the prophet says is inspired by the Lord to maximize the benefit of hearing his words for the members of the church. He leads and guides us all so that we may know the will of the Lord and know how to follow it so that we may return to live with Him. I know that the prophet truly lives purely to be the mouthpiece of the Lord for our benefit. Thomas S. Monson is an amazing man. As I have read the things that he has said and have studied his life, I have grown in appreciation for him and for all of the previous prophets. They are all amazing men who desire nothing more than the salvation of our souls. I know without a doubt that the prophets and the Lord have our best interests at heart and will never lead us astray.

David answered…

The prophet today is Thomas S. Monson. He has been called by God to be the prophet. He constantly testifies of Christ and our need to be more like Christ. I know he is the prophet because he truly reveals God's will. I know he does because the Spirit testifies to me that it is true. I know that this prophet is of God for I know that God would not allow his prophet to lead people astray and this prophet teaches of Christ, preaches of Christ, prophesies of Christ in order that all may know where to look for Salvation and what they must do in order to receive salvation.

Elder Jake Larrabee answered…

His name is Thomas S. Monson. There is videos of his council and talks on LDS.org.

Mark answered…

God has called prophets in times of old to lead and guide his people upon the earth. People like Moses and Joshua during the times of the Old Testament and people like Peter during the times of the New Testament. Today he has called a man named Thomas S. Monson to be his prophet upon the earth. He is a modern-day Moses for our times and for the problems that the earth has right now in its time in its existance. God loves us and wants to lead and guide us at all times, and for that reason he has called a prophet for us on the earth today.

Marc answered…

The Prophet of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is Thomas Spencer Monson, who became Prophet after President Gordon Bitner Hinckley died in 2008.

Tyler Voss answered…

Thomas S. Monson.

Andy answered…

The prophet of the church today is President Thomas S. Monson. Like Moses and Abraham of the old Testament, and Peter and Paul of the New Testament, he speaks directly with God to receive revelation to guide the Church of Jesus Christ on the earth in these Latter Days.
This is a bold claim that we have, that there is a prophet on the earth today, who guides Christ’s church, and the only way to know if it is true is to ask God in prayer. He repeatedly promises throughout the scriptures, “knock, and it shall be opened unto you.” He will answer our prayers, if we study the subject, and ask him in faith, with a sincere desire to know if it is true. I know that Thomas S. Monson is God’s prophet on the earth today, and I know that God will answer your earnest prayer.

Craig answered…

Thomas S. Monson is the Lord's Living prophet and his mouthpiece for us in our day. I have a fervent testimony that he is called of God, to be his voice in these troubled times.

Natasha answered…

Just like in Biblical times with Adam, Noah, and Moses, God has chosen a prophet today to lead His church. His name is Thomas S. Monson.

Donovan answered…

The president of our Church and the Lord's prophet today is Thomas S. Monson.

Spencer answered…

The Mormon prophet today is Thomas S. Monson. He leads the church with the same power and authority that prophets such as Moses or Noah had. He is assisted by two counselors who are Henry B. Eyring and Dieter F. Uctdorf.

David answered…

God has called, once again, as before, prophets to lead and guide His church. Our prophet today is the Prophet and President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and his name is Thomas S. Monson. He has two counselors: Henry B. Eyring and Dieter F. Uctdorf. They lead and guide the church as do the 12 Apostles who are:
Boyd K. Packer
L. Tom Perry
Russell M. Nelson
Dallin H. Oaks
M. Russell Ballard
Richard G. Scott
Robert D. Hales
Jeffrey R. Holland
David A Bednar
Quentin L. Cook
D. Todd Christofferson
Neil L. Andersen.

All of these men are called and ordained to lead the Church of Jesus Christ by those who hold the priesthood authority of God.

Caty answered…

President Thomas S. Monson

nichole answered…

Thomas S. Monson

Kristen answered…

Thomas S. Monson

Janean answered…

President Thomas S. Monson. He is a great guy, as all prophets are. I have looked up to him since I can remember.

Paul answered…

The prophet currently is Thomas S. Monson. He is the senior most Apostle (by order of ordination to the Quorum of the Twelve) and was ordained President of the Church upon the death (Jan 08) of Gordon B. Hinckley. His two counselors and the Twelve Apostles are also sustained (upheld & supported as) as prophets, seers, and revelators. Only the prophet and president is authorized by the Lord to exercise all of the priesthood keys on the earth. The other apostles work under his direction.

David answered…

Thomas S. Monson is the current prophet and President of the Church. He is God's mouthpiece on the earth today and provides revelation not just for the Church, but for the entire world. Having a prophet today allows us to know and understand God's will and better face the challenges that we encounter each day.

Laura Jean answered…

President Thomas Spencer Monson, is the president of our church today. I know him. I have visited with him. He spoke at my dad's funeral. He came to my parents home when my dad was dying. He is a compassionate, funny man. If you don't listen carefully, you may miss the strength of testimony and strength of personality in his sweet smile and easy laugh. He is a man who is full of conviction and bears witness that Jesus is our savior and redeemer and that we are loved children of God.

Joshua answered…

 The Mormon Prophet, and the Prophet of the World, is Thomas S. Monson. 

Hona answered…

 Thomas S Monson

Kristi answered…

Thomas S. Monson

Lorraine answered…

Our prophet today is Thomas S. Monson. We keep a picture of him displayed in our home near a picture of Christ teaching a child to help our children understand that the prophet teaches us about Jesus and so they will recognize him when we listen to him speak to us.

Sherrie answered…

Thomas S. Monson is the Prophet of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at this time. I know him to truly be a prophet of God.

Shannon answered…

Just as old days, we have prophets in our church. All members of the Quorum of the Twelve and the First Presidency are apostles and prophets. The current President of our church is Thomas S. Monson.

Dawn answered…

President Thomas S. Monson

Dan answered…

Thomas S. Monson is the Lord's living prophet.

Larry Lynch answered…

Thomas S. Monson is the prophet today.

Stephanie answered…

Pres. Thomas S. Monson

Chris answered…

His name is Thomas S. Monson http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_S._Monson

Jackson answered…

Thomas Monson receives inspiration for the direction of Christ's church on the earth. When I want to listen to a man who communicates with God and provides counsel and advice for me and my family I pay close attention to what he says. He addresses the public at large in April and October, during the general conferences of the Church.

Heather answered…

Our prophet on the earth today is President Thomas S. Monson.

Brent answered…

 Thomas S. Monson. I encourage you to listen what he has to say to members and others about faith and life. You can find out what he has said on this website or at www.lds.org The idea that God speaks to mankind today through a living prophet really resonates with me. It tells me that God knows us, wants us to be happy and expects us to improve ourselves. Honestly, I have tried to put into practice many things that Thomas Monson and others before him, like Gordon B. Hinckley have taught. In every case I have been the better man for it. Who can argue with that?

Eleva answered…

President Thomas S Monson

Cheryl Anne answered…

The Lord sends revelation to anyone who is willing to receive it. I have experienced much revelation which has helped me solve problems in my own life. Revelation to guide the Lord's Church on the earth though, must come through the person who the Lord has appointed to lead His Church, His Prophet, or there would be confusion. This gives unity to the Church and enables us to have the Lords guidance in dealing with current issues and problems.

In the days of the early church, Peter was given revelation to guide the church. Even at that, many people claimed they had other revelation such as those who wanted to incorporate Mosiac law into Christianity. Peter and Paul were constantly trying to keep the Gospel teachings as Christ taught them.

Being the prophet of the early church, Peter was given the revelation that nothing was unclean with the Lord. From this he realized that the Gospel was now to be taken to the Gentiles. I think it is interesting to note that this revelation to Peter was a direct response to Cornelius' prayer (and probably many other Gentiles). Also, Moses was given revelation about leading the Israelites out of Egypt, but only after many years of pleadings from the people. I don't think we generally receive revelation unless we ask for it and are ready and willing to follow it.

God does not change and He works in the same way in these times--through Prophets.

Cody answered…

President Thomas S. Monson is the prophet right now speaking for god on the earth.

Glenda Nored answered…

My Phophet is President Thomas S Monson, what a sincere man with wonderful insite into life and how wonderful his stories are, I have learned so many lessons with one of his stories.

Megan answered…

The current prophet and President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is Thomas S. Monson. I just recently finished reading the book, "To the Rescue: The Biography of Thomas S. Monson" and loved it. It was great to read about his life and the righteous man that he is. His life stories are so uplifting. He truly is a man of God and our prophet.

Peniamina answered…

Thomas S. Monson

Evan answered…

It's comforting to know that we have a prophet on this earth today, Thomas S. Monson.

Amanda answered…

Today our prophet is Thomas S. Monson. Just as with previous prophets he is called of God to lead the members of the church.
One of my favorite things about this gospel is that we have a living prophet. We have a man that is able to speak directly with God, then speak to us what God would have us do. I believe that ongoing revelation is extremely important - without it religion would be a farce.

Kami answered…

The prophet is Thomas S. Monsen. He is called of God and leads the Church.

Pam Draper answered…

 The Mormon prophet today is President Thomas S. Monson.

Kevin answered…

Thomas S. Monson who is a prophet, seer, and revelator and the president of the church. We are thankful authorized apostles and prophets live on the earth once again. We believe he receives modern day revelation from God and Jesus Christ as he conducts the affairs of this world wide church.

Lee-Ann answered…

Thomas S Monson.

He is a very cool Prophet :)

Enrique answered…

The prophet of the world today is, President Thomas S. Monson. President Monson is called of God to be His mouth-piece and an instrument in His work

Clint answered…

Our prophet today is President Thomas S. Monson. He is the one who tells us the will of God, just as the prophets did in ancient times.

Brett answered…

Thomas Monson. But he isn't the Mormon prophet, he is the entire world's prophet. He is God's mouthpiece on Earth. We believe God loves us today as much as he loved the people who lived at the time of Moses or Noah. Why would God call prophets then but not now? We do not worship the prophet but we do listen and abide by his teachings because they come from God. The way I know he is true prophet is by listening to what he teaches. Everyone can find out for themselves.

Tessa answered…

President Thomas S. Monson

Reece Johnson answered…

Thomas Spencer Monson is the Lords prophet today he has been called of god and sustained by church members around the world as a prophet seer and revelator he holds all the priesthood keys of the church and can receive revelation for the entire church.

Jamisyn answered…

Our prophet today is Thomas S. Monson. He resides in Salt Lake City, Utah, but is the prophet for the world. Because Heavenly Father loves us, he has given us a prophet to lead us and guide us. Something that I find amazing, is that as Mormons we are not blindly lead by a prophet. If you want to know what the prophet is saying is true, pray about it. Ask God yourself and gain your own witness of the truthfulness of what the prophet teaches.

Jose Manuel answered…

Thomas S Monson

Chris answered…

Thomas S. Monson is the prophet today! A living prophet is a vital part of the Church of Jesus Christ. He is God's voice on the Earth.

Stephen answered…

God throughout time has used Prophets to guide his church and his people on the earth. The Prophet that the Lord has chosen present day is Thomas Monson.

Emily answered…

The prophet today is President Thomas S. Monson. He, like many other prophets mentioned in the bible, leads and directs all people, everywhere of this time to do what the lord asks of us. He is able to recieve important revelation for our time about problems facing us today. Pres. Monson is called of God just as Adam or Moses. He can help us to understand the Lord's will for each and every one of us. He speaks with God and loves us all and wants us all to be happy and return to live with our Father in Heaven.

Jonathan answered…

Through the restoration of the gospel in the 1800's god has returned his church and his authority to the earth after a time of apostasy. We are blessed in this day to be led by a prophet of god, a man who not only holds the preisthood keys and authority to administer to the church, but has a great love for the people of the entire earth. I speak of Thomas S. Monson the president of the church of jesus christ of Laterday saints. I have had the chance to be near him as he talked to the those who attended the temple youth celebration in Langley british columbia canada, shortly before the temple there was dedicated. The holy spirit is conveyed through his words, as is his love for those to whom he directs his words. I testify that the lord is the same yesterday, today and forever; that he remains to this day a god of miricles and a father who loves and wants to comunicate to his children.

Alex answered…

Thomas S. Monson

Krystal answered…

The current prophet of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, is Thomas S. Monson. His counselors are Dieter F. Uchtdorf, and Henry B. Eyring.

Tristan answered…

His name is Thomas S. Monson and I know with all my heart that he is called of God.

Braxton answered…

Our Prophet today is Thomas S. Monson. He is a great man and I sustain and support him as the president of the church. He does receive revelation for these modern days to counsel us. The prophet's words and teachings aren't "like Burger King" we can't have it our way, we need to follow ALL of his teachings, not pick and choose according to what we think is right for us. We have leaders for a reason, always follow them. Hebrews 1317 " Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief for that is unprofitable for you."

Albert answered…

President Thomas S. Monson is our Prophet but the Rest of the Twelve are Prophets also.

Miles Gardner answered…

 The Prophet today is Thomas S. Monson. We have the privaledge of hearing from him every 6 months. The great thing about this gospel is you dont have to take anyones word for it. YOU can personnally ask god if this man is a prophet of god and YOU can recieve an answer that he is.

Rose answered…

The Mormon prophet today is Thomas S. Monson.

Rachel answered…

Our prophet today is Thomas S. Monson. I know that he receives revelation from God that guides the whole church. I love him for his kindness and his concern for each and every one of us.

Kedra answered…

The latter-day prophet is Thomas S. Monson. He leads the Church under the direction of God himself. He reveals to the world things that God wants everyone to know. As we follow the prophet's counsel, we will receive blessings.

Sherry answered…

President Thomas S. Monson

L. Schuerch answered…

Thomas S. Monson. He is assisted by two councilors and a quorum of twelve apostles just like in the bible.

Diane. answered…

This is the Lord's Church. Pres. Monson stands as the President of the Church and Prophet on the earth - taking his instructions from our Savior Jesus Christ. President Monson has been prepared for this calling all of his life. He is a good, kind, man who loves and obeys the Lord and loves his fellow man. When his mission is done, the Lord will choose another to take his place.

Matt answered…

Thomas S. Monson is the Lord's prophet on the earth today. He leads and guides this church through inspiration and revelation from Jesus Christ. Just like prophets in old times like Abraham and Moses, God has given us a prophet today to help us know his will.

Kalia answered…

Just as in times past, God has a prophet on the earth today, to lead His church, under His direction, and help His children know His will and find their way back to live with Him again. President Thomas S. Monson is the current prophet today. He, along with his two counselors (Henry B. Eyring and Dieter F. Uchtdorf) and Twelve other men, called---like them of old---as Apostles (Boyd K. Packer, L. Tom Perry, Russell M. Nelson, Dallin H. Oaks, M. Russell Ballard, Richard G. Scott, Robert D. Hales, Jeffrey R. Holland, David A. Bednar, Quentin L. Cook, D. Todd Christofferson, and Neil L. Andersen) oversee the affairs of the Church and recieve revelation from God for His children.

Barr Hill answered…

Thomas S. Monson is the President of the church today. We believe Jesus Christ is the head of the church and that he calls prophets and apostles today who lead and guide the church, just like how he established his church during his mortal ministry. President Monson has two counselors and there is a quorum of Twelve Apostles, all of whom are prophets and apostles today and receive direction from Christ on how to conduct the affairs of his church.

Joseph answered…

The prophet today is just like all the prophets of the Old Testament; his name is Thomas Monson.

Brittany answered…

The current prophet is Thomas S. Monson

Dan answered…

President Thomas S. Monson is the President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and is our Prophet. We also have 12 Apostles, just like Jesus Christ set up in the ancient days, and we believe that they are prophets, seers and revelators. They are given special authority and power from God to guide us. When we listen and do what they say we are blessed - just like in the Bible.

Maggie answered…

Thomas S. Monson

Dan answered…

The prophet today is the President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His name is Thomas S. Monson.

Sarah answered…

President Thomas S Monson

Quinten answered…

The Mormon prophet today is Thomas S. Monson. He is the man, called by God, to be his spokesperson on the earth. 

Kyle Rasmussen answered…

Our Heavenly Father has always chosen prophets to lead and guide His Church in ancient times and in our time to. The current prophet and President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is Thomas S. Monson. He is supported by two counselors who are Henry B. Eyring and Dieter F. Uctdorf. These three men make up what is known as the First Presidency of the Church (Peter, James, and John were also a first presidency after Christ ascended into heaven).

The members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles are all apostles and prophets. The current Twelve Apostles are Boyd K. Packer, L. Tom Perry, Russell M. Nelson, Dallin H. Oaks, M. Russell Ballard, Richard G. Scott, Robert D. Hales, Jeffrey R. Holland, David A. Bednar, Quentin L. Cook, D. Todd Christofferson, and Neil L. Andersen.

Scott answered…

President Thomas S Monson. His counselors along with the Quorum of the 12 Apostles are also prophets but we are led by 1 and that is President Monson.

Steve answered…

President Thomas S. Monson is the Lord's prophet today. Jesus Christ leads the Mormon Church through President Monson, his two counselors, and the 12 living apostles.

Like ancient prophets--Moses, Abraham, Noah, or the apostle Peter--President Monson speaks for God when inspired by the Holy Ghost. When President Monson and his counselors make a unanimous declaration to the Church, it represents revelation from God and the official position of the Church on a given subject.

The Holy Ghost has testified to my mind and my heart that Thomas Monson is a prophet of God.

Tyler answered…

Thomas S. Monson

Jerry answered…

 Thomas S. Monson is the current prophet. He was called as an Apostle October 10, 1963. He was sustained as the 16th Prophet January 2008, after the death of Gordon B. Hinckley.

Suzanne answered…

President Thomas S. Monson

Ashlee answered…

Thomas S. Monson is the prophet today who leads and guides The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I know he receives revelations pertaining to our day and will help us know what we should do.

Taylor answered…

God has called prophets to lead His Church in our day, just as He did anciently. The current prophet and President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is Thomas S. Monson. He is assisted by two counselors—Henry B. Eyring and Dieter F. Uctdorf. Together, they make up the First Presidency of the Church much like Peter, James, and John after Christ’s death.

All members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles are apostles and prophets. The current Apostles are

* Boyd K. Packer
* L. Tom Perry
* Russell M. Nelson
* Dallin H. Oaks
* M. Russell Ballard
* Richard G. Scott
* Robert D. Hales
* Jeffrey R. Holland
* David A. Bednar
* Quentin L. Cook
* D. Todd Christofferson
* Neil L. Andersen

I know Thomas S. Monson is a prophet of God because I have listened and heeded his teachings. By doing so I have found myself growing closer to God and Jesus Christ. I have also prayed to know if he is a prophet. I can now say that I know that Thomas S. Monson is a prophet of God and he is the mouthpiece of our Heavenly Father, and if we listen to what he says and do it we will become closer to God.

Jim answered…

Thomas S. Monson is the current prophet. He is concerned for the welfare of all the church's members, both temporally and spiritually. He provides to all those that will listen the words of God through revelation and inspiration.

John David answered…

Thomas S. Monson.

Kim answered…

Thomas S. Monson is that prophet of the church today. He is guided through the Holy Ghost to teach us the things our Father in Heaven would like us to know. We are blessed to have a living Prophet here on earth today to lead and guide us.

Justin answered…

 Thomas S. Monson is the current President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and is God's living prophet on the earth. I know he holds the Priesthood power to direct God's church and to give us inspired counsel for the times in which we live.

Sally Anne answered…

The prophet of the church is President Monson

Guy answered…

The current prophet and President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is Thomas S. Monson. Our prophet is assisted by two counselors Henry B. Eyring and Dieter F. Uctdorf whom make up the first presidency. The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles assists the first Presidency.
All members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles are apostles and prophets.