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The Mormon Church has named a member to its Quorum of Twelve Apostles.
Church President Thomas S. Monson on Saturday announced the appointment of Neil L. Andersen, 57, to the second-highest governing body of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Andersen replaces member Joseph B. Wirthlin, who died in December at age 91. Apostles serve for life and are in line to become president of the church.
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