Henry B. Eyring has served in the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints since October 6, 2007, and he is still serving there in 2026, which is a little over 18 years.

Basic timeline

  • He was first sustained as Second Counselor in the First Presidency on October 6, 2007, filling the vacancy created by the death of James E. Faust.
  • When the First Presidency was reorganized after President Gordon B. Hinckley’s death, he became First Counselor to President Thomas S. Monson on February 3–4, 2008.
  • After President Monson’s death, he served as Second Counselor to President Russell M. Nelson starting January 16, 2018.
  • Following President Nelson’s death, he was set apart as First Counselor to President Dallin H. Oaks on October 14, 2025, and continues in that role.

How long in total?

  • From his initial call on October 6, 2007, to January 18, 2026, he has been in the First Presidency for about 18 years and 3 months continuously.
  • During that entire span he has always served as either First or Second Counselor, never leaving the First Presidency once he entered it.

In forum and news discussions, this long continuous service is often noted as a sign of his long-term influence and stability in the top leadership of the Church.

TL;DR: Henry B. Eyring has been in the First Presidency since October 6, 2007, which makes it just over 18 years as of early 2026.

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