McMurray's Resignation
On November 29, 2004, McMurray resigned as president of the church. McMurray resignation letter stated "However, along the way I have made some inappropriate choices, and the circumstances of my life are now such that I cannot continue to effectively lead the church. I deeply regret the difficulties that this causes for the church I love". The letter also later stated that he had recently been diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's disease but his health was not a motivating factor to his resignation.
When later interviewed regarding his resignation letter, McMurray stated “Beyond that, it's an entirely personal and family matter and the letter says what I felt I needed to say."
A joint council of church leaders led by the Council of Twelve Apostles announced in March 2005 the name of Stephen M. Veazey as Prophet-President designate. Veazey had been serving as president of the Council of Twelve. Delegates elected to a special World Conference of the church approved Veazey and he was ordained to the presidency on June 3, 2005.
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