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Brazil Recife North Mission

LanguagePortuguese
Local time—
Mission leadersStanton L. and Connie Marshall
Nearest templeRecife Brazil TempleIn or near Recife
Climate70–86°F / 21–30°C
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The Brazil Recife North Mission is one of 40 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Brazil, centered on Recife. Below you’ll find tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.

At a glance

  • Mission leadersStanton L. and Connie Marshall began serving around July 2026, according to the Church Newsroom.
  • LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Portuguese; your call letter tells you your exact language.
  • Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Recife Brazil Temple, about 2 mi (4 km) from Recife.
  • WeatherNear Recife, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 86°F / 30°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 70°F / 21°C), with roughly 1,359 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are June.
  • The Church hereBrazil has about 1,573,360 Church members.

This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.

Mission office

Address & phone

We haven’t verified this mission’s office address, phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal.

as of October 8, 2026 · Report an update

Mission leaders

Who leads the mission

Stanton L. and Connie Marshall

Serving since July 2026 · new leaders expected July 2029

Source: Church Newsroom 2026 as of October 8, 2026 · Report an update

Letters & packages

How to send letters & packages

Brazil's customs taxes on international packages are high and delays long; many families avoid packages or send only small items after asking the mission office.

  • Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day, usually once a week: their day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
  • Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
  • Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.

Letters & packages guide →

General guidance as of October 8, 2026 · Report an update

Weather & climate

Seasons, rain & live weather
Live weather loads here.

Profile: tropical · about 1359 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Jun.

Monthly averages
Avg highAvg lowRain
Jan85°F / 30°C74°F / 23°C104 mm
Feb86°F / 30°C74°F / 24°C113 mm
Mar85°F / 30°C74°F / 24°C166 mm
Apr85°F / 29°C74°F / 23°C164 mm
May83°F / 28°C73°F / 23°C233 mm
Jun81°F / 27°C71°F / 22°C217 mm
Jul80°F / 27°C70°F / 21°C169 mm
Aug80°F / 27°C70°F / 21°C114 mm
Sep81°F / 27°C71°F / 22°C78 mm
Oct83°F / 29°C72°F / 22°C50 mm
Nov85°F / 30°C74°F / 23°C44 mm
Dec85°F / 30°C74°F / 23°C63 mm

Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.

Language

What you’ll speak

Portuguese

Portuguese has nasal vowels (ão, em, im) and many vowel sounds. Brazilian Portuguese is more open and sing-song; European/African Portuguese swallows unstressed vowels. "Você" is the common "you" in Brazil; "o senhor / a senhora" is respectful.

Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.

Nearby temples

Closest temples & distances
Recife Brazil Temple
Recife Brazil Temple · Photo: denalidog - Alan · CC BY 2.0 · via Wikimedia Commons

The Church in Brazil

Members & congregations
Official Languages
Portuguese (Brazil)
Church Membership
1,573,360
Congregations
2,008 (1,650 Wards, 358 Branches)
Number of Missions
37
Operating Temples
11

Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026

Practical

Time zone, currency, calling code
Time zone
America/Recife
Currency
BRL
Country code
+55
U.S. travel advisory
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution as of 2026-10-08

Culture & food

Customs & local food
  • Brazilians are warm and physical: hugs and cheek kisses are common.
  • Use first names and smile a lot.
  • "Tudo bem?" is the go-to greeting.

Foods: Feijoada, Arroz e feijão, Pão de queijo, Açaí, Brigadeiros

Common questions

Quick answers

Who is the mission president of the Brazil Recife North Mission?

The mission leaders are Stanton L. and Connie Marshall, who began serving around July 2026, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2029.

How do I send a package to a missionary in the Brazil Recife North Mission?

Brazil's customs taxes on international packages are high and delays long; many families avoid packages or send only small items after asking the mission office. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.

What language do missionaries speak in the Brazil Recife North Mission?

Most missionaries here serve in Portuguese. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.

What is the weather like in the Brazil Recife North Mission?

Near Recife, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 86°F / 30°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 70°F / 21°C), with roughly 1,359 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are June. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.

What temples are near the Brazil Recife North Mission?

Operating temples nearby include Recife Brazil Temple (about 4 km).

Other missions in Brazil

Other missions nearby

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