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Philippines Davao Mission

  • Country Information: Philippines

    A large archipelago off the southeast coast of Asia, the Republic of the Philippines has a population of more than 70 million, speaking mainly English and Tagalog, along with seven other major dialects. More than 80 percent of the population is Catholic, due to a long period of Spanish rule, with the remainder being predominantly Protestant and Muslim.
    Published: Monday, Feb. 1, 2010

  • New temple presidents

    Five new temple presidents have been called by the First Presidency, with their wives called as matrons. They will begin service soon.
    Published: Saturday, May 30, 2009

  • New mission presidents

    Seven new mission presidents and their wives have been called by the First Presidency. They will begin service about July 1.
    Published: Saturday, April 19, 2008

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New mission presidents

Published: Saturday, March 24, 1990

The First Presidency has announced the calling of six new mission presidents. They will be assigned to specific missions later and, along with their wives, will assume their positions around July...