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New presidency named for Pacific Area

Published: Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009

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The First Presidency has announced a change in the Pacific Area Presidency, effective immediately. Elder David S. Baxter, president of the area since August 2008, recently underwent surgery in Salt Lake City and has been reassigned to Church headquarters. Elder Tad R. Callister will serve as president of the area, with Elder James J. Hamula as first counselor and Elder Brent H. Nielson as second counselor.

Elder Tad R. Callister, Area President
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Elder James J. Hamula, first counselor
Elder Brent H. Nielson, second counselor