Dallin Oaks, a former judge who has made LGBTQ+ issues a focus of his ministry, likely to lead LDS Church

The 93-year-old is known for his lecture-style sermons, his advocacy of religious freedom and defending the faith’s stance that marriage between a man and woman is ordained of God.

(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) President Dallin Oaks waves to the audience as he leaves the stand after the morning session of General Conference in April. The 93-year-old is almost certain to take up the mantle of president following Nelson's death.