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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints celebrated its 100th anniversary in South America in 2025 with events including concerts, cultural activities, humanitarian service, and the dedication of two new temples, highlighting its growth from 600,000 members in 1925 to 4.4 million today, and emphasizing faith, service, and community contributions.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints plans to add 55 new missions worldwide in 2026 to accommodate the increasing number of young missionaries and support growing congregations, bringing the total to 506 missions globally.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced a new First Presidency with Dallin H. Oaks as the president, supported by counselors Henry B. Eyring and D. Todd Christofferson, following the death of President Russell M. Nelson.
President Dallin H. Oaks has been named the new leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, succeeding the late President Russell M. Nelson, and will serve as the head of the First Presidency along with his counselors, marking a significant leadership transition for the church.
President Russell M. Nelson, the beloved leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a renowned heart surgeon, passed away at age 101. He led the church from 2018, traveling extensively and implementing significant changes to emphasize Jesus Christ. Nelson was also celebrated for his medical achievements, linguistic skills, and efforts to foster global religious and civil relations. He is survived by his wife Wendy, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
On the eve of his 101st birthday, President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was celebrated with a photo release and a small family gathering, with his teachings inspiring millions worldwide to reflect on faith and divine worth.
A new Sunday School general presidency was sustained in the April 2024 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, with Elder Paul V. Johnson as the new president and Chad H. Webb and Gabriel W. Reid as counselors. They will succeed the outgoing presidency led by President Mark L. Pace, Brother Milton Camargo, and Brother Jan E. Newman, who will be released on August 1, 2024.