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First Presidency calls new leaders for 11 missionary training centers

September 11, 2026 at 12:03 PM MT · via Church Newsroom · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

First Presidency calls new leaders for 11 missionary training centers
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The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced new leadership for the Church's 11 missionary training centers worldwide, with service beginning in January 2027.

The missionary training centers prepare thousands of missionaries each year, teaching languages and missionary skills before field assignments. The president and companion couples typically serve three-year terms.

The Church Newsroom announcement provides the names and backgrounds of each newly called presidency couple.

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