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  • New temple presidents

    George Bondzie Afful, 66, Umuchichi Ward, Aba Nigeria Stake, called as president of the Accra Ghana Temple, succeeding President Julian P
    Published: Sunday, April 22, 2012

  • New mission presidents

    David Kent Armstrong, 55, and Elizabeth Ann Jensen Armstrong, six children, Uruguay Montevideo Mission; La Molina Ward, Lima Perú La Molina Stake
    Published: Sunday, April 22, 2012

  • Changes in missions to aid growth

    Because of the Church's rapid growth in many far-reaching areas of the world, one new mission is being created while others are being consolidated or realigned in an ongoing effort to increase efficiency, balance needs and manage resources.
    Published: Saturday, May 2, 2009

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