Argentina Rosario Mission
The Argentina Rosario Mission is one of 14 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Argentina, centered on Rosario. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized1 July 1972 (originally the Argentina East Mission)
- Mission leadersLee D. and Jennifer Mackay began serving around July 2026, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Spanish; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Buenos Aires Argentina Temple, about 173 mi (279 km) from Rosario.
- WeatherNear Rosario, the warmest month is usually January (average high about 87°F / 30°C) and the coolest is July (average low about 44°F / 7°C), with roughly 1,067 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are March.
- The Church hereArgentina has about 505,819 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
- Office address
- Blvd. Argentino 7935, Rosario, S2007BKE Santa Fe, Argentina
Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026
We haven’t verified the mission’s phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal.
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Lee D. and Jennifer Mackay
Serving since July 2026 · new leaders expected July 2029
Source: Church Newsroom 2026 · as of October 8, 2026
Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Argentina has historically had strict import rules and fees for packages; check with the mission office before sending anything.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly 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.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: temperate · about 1067 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Mar.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 87°F / 30°C | 68°F / 20°C | 112 mm |
| Feb | 85°F / 29°C | 67°F / 19°C | 94 mm |
| Mar | 80°F / 27°C | 63°F / 17°C | 115 mm |
| Apr | 73°F / 23°C | 57°F / 14°C | 133 mm |
| May | 66°F / 19°C | 50°F / 10°C | 81 mm |
| Jun | 61°F / 16°C | 45°F / 7°C | 21 mm |
| Jul | 61°F / 16°C | 44°F / 7°C | 39 mm |
| Aug | 66°F / 19°C | 46°F / 8°C | 55 mm |
| Sep | 71°F / 22°C | 50°F / 10°C | 48 mm |
| Oct | 76°F / 24°C | 55°F / 13°C | 85 mm |
| Nov | 82°F / 28°C | 61°F / 16°C | 78 mm |
| Dec | 85°F / 30°C | 65°F / 18°C | 82 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
Spanish
Spanish is phonetic: vowels are always a (ah), e (eh), i (ee), o (oh), u (oo). Stress usually falls on the second-to-last syllable unless an accent mark says otherwise. Use "usted" (formal you) with adults until invited to use "tú".
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Rosario Argentina Temple — Site announced (7 April 2024) · in or near Rosario
- Buenos Aires Argentina Temple — Operating (17 January 1986) · about 173 mi (279 km) from Rosario
- Buenos Aires City Center Argentina Temple — Site announced (2 October 2022) · about 173 mi (279 km) from Rosario
- Córdoba Argentina Temple — Operating (17 May 2015) · about 233 mi (375 km) from Rosario
The Church in Argentina
Members & congregations
- Official Languages
- Spanish
- Church Membership
- 505,819
- Congregations
- 742 (506 Wards, 236 Branches)
- Number of Missions
- 14
- Operating Temples
- 5
Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- America/Argentina/Cordoba
- Currency
- ARS
- Country code
- +54
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 1 July 1972
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Greet with a single cheek kiss (even men in some settings).
- Dinner is late (often 9–10 pm).
- Mate sharing is a social ritual (missionaries may politely decline).
Foods: Asado, Empanadas, Milanesa, Dulce de leche / alfajores
Family groups
Connect with other families
- Rosario Mission Moms and Friends (LDS) Group
- Mision Argentina Rosario Facebook Group
- Mision Rosario Argentina Facebook Group
- Mision Argentina Rosario (Coburn/Ontiveros) Group
- Mision Argentina Rosario 2008-11 Group
- Mission Argentina Rosario (Ventura/Coburn) Group
- Argentina Rosario Mission Facebook Group
- M.A.R. (Mision Argentina Rosario) y los alrededor Group
- La Mision Rosario (Ontiveros/Pino) 1996-2002 Group
- Mission Argentina Rosario 1987-1990 Group
As listed by latterdaymissions.com (unofficial). Groups may be private, renamed, or inactive.
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Argentina Rosario Mission?
The mission leaders are Lee D. and Jennifer Mackay, 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.
What is the Argentina Rosario Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at Blvd. Argentino 7935, Rosario, S2007BKE Santa Fe, Argentina. Offices move, so confirm the current mailing address in your call packet or with the mission office before sending anything.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Argentina Rosario Mission?
Argentina has historically had strict import rules and fees for packages; check with the mission office before sending anything. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Argentina Rosario Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Spanish. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Argentina Rosario Mission?
Near Rosario, the warmest month is usually January (average high about 87°F / 30°C) and the coolest is July (average low about 44°F / 7°C), with roughly 1,067 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are March. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Argentina Rosario Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Buenos Aires Argentina Temple (about 279 km) and Córdoba Argentina Temple (about 375 km).
When was the Argentina Rosario Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 1972. It was originally called the Argentina East Mission.
Other missions in Argentina
Other missions nearby
- Argentina Bahía Blanca Mission
- Argentina Buenos Aires East Mission
- Argentina Buenos Aires North Mission
- Argentina Buenos Aires South Mission
- Argentina Buenos Aires West Mission
- Argentina Comodoro Rivadavia Mission
- Argentina Córdoba Mission
- Argentina Mendoza Mission
- Argentina Neuquén Mission
- Argentina Resistencia Mission
- Argentina Salta Mission
- Argentina Santa Fe Mission
- Argentina Tucuman Mission
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources