Dieter F. Uchtdorf
Dieter Friedrich Uchtdorf is a prominent figure in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
Born in Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia, he experienced a tumultuous childhood, fleeing East Germany with his family due to political tensions.
Uchtdorf had a successful career in aviation, starting as a pilot and rising to executive positions at Lufthansa Airlines.
His family joined the LDS Church when he was young, influenced by his grandmother's encounter with a church member.
Uchtdorf's background in aviation often influences his religious teachings and metaphors.
