Brazil Maceió Mission
The Brazil Maceió Mission is one of 40 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Brazil, centered on Maceió. It was organized on 1 July 1993 (originally the Brazil Recife South Mission). Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Mission leadersDavid and Cheryl Knighton 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 126 mi (202 km) from Maceió.
- WeatherNear Maceió, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 86°F / 30°C) and the coolest is July (average low about 73°F / 23°C), with roughly 1,296 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are May and 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
- Office address
- Av. Dom Antonio Brandão, 333 Sala, 402, Ed. Work Center, Farol, 57051-190 Maceió – AL, Brazil
Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026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
David and Cheryl Knighton
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
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: 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: tropical · about 1296 mm of rain a year · wettest months: May, Jun.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 86°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 76 mm |
| Feb | 86°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 67 mm |
| Mar | 86°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 109 mm |
| Apr | 85°F / 29°C | 77°F / 25°C | 126 mm |
| May | 83°F / 28°C | 76°F / 24°C | 224 mm |
| Jun | 80°F / 27°C | 74°F / 23°C | 189 mm |
| Jul | 79°F / 26°C | 73°F / 23°C | 156 mm |
| Aug | 80°F / 26°C | 73°F / 23°C | 112 mm |
| Sep | 81°F / 27°C | 74°F / 23°C | 81 mm |
| Oct | 83°F / 28°C | 75°F / 24°C | 59 mm |
| Nov | 85°F / 29°C | 76°F / 25°C | 56 mm |
| Dec | 85°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 62 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
- Maceió Brazil Temple — Groundbreaking scheduled (10 October 2026) · in or near Maceió
- Recife Brazil Temple — Operating (15 December 2000) · about 126 mi (202 km) from Maceió
- João Pessoa Brazil Temple — Under construction (24 January 2026) · about 186 mi (299 km) from Maceió
- Natal Brazil Temple — Under construction (17 May 2025) · about 270 mi (434 km) from Maceió
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/Maceio
- Currency
- BRL
- Country code
- +55
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 1 July 1993
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
Family groups
Connect with other families
- Maceio Mission Moms and Friends (LDS) Group
- Missao Maceio Facebook Group
- Missao Brasil Maceio/ Recife Sul Group
- Missao Brasil Maceio Facebook Group
- Maceio Brazil Mission Facebook Group
- Ex-Missionarios – Missao Brasil Maceio Group
- Missao Maceio 2007/2009 Facebook Group
- Mission Brazil Maceio Facebook 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 Brazil Maceió Mission?
The mission leaders are David and Cheryl Knighton, 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 Brazil Maceió Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at Av. Dom Antonio Brandão, 333 Sala, 402, Ed. Work Center, Farol, 57051-190 Maceió – AL, Brazil. 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 Brazil Maceió 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 Maceió 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 Maceió Mission?
Near Maceió, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 86°F / 30°C) and the coolest is July (average low about 73°F / 23°C), with roughly 1,296 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are May and June. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Brazil Maceió Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Recife Brazil Temple (about 202 km).
When was the Brazil Maceió Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 1993. It was originally called the Brazil Recife South Mission.
Other missions in Brazil
Other missions nearby
- Brazil Belo Horizonte Mission
- Brazil Belém Mission
- Brazil Brasília Mission
- Brazil Campinas Mission
- Brazil Cuiabá Mission
- Brazil Curitiba Mission
- Brazil Curitiba South Mission
- Brazil Florianópolis Mission
- Brazil Fortaleza East Mission
- Brazil Fortaleza Mission
- Brazil Goiânia Mission
- Brazil Guarulhos Mission
- Brazil João Pessoa Mission
- Brazil Juiz de Fora Mission
- Brazil Londrina Mission
- Brazil Manaus Mission
- Brazil Manaus South Mission
- Brazil Natal Mission
- Brazil Piracicaba Mission
- Brazil Porto Alegre North Mission
- Brazil Porto Alegre South Mission
- Brazil Recife Mission
- Brazil Recife South Mission
- Brazil Ribeirão Preto Mission
- Brazil Rio de Janeiro North Mission
- Brazil Rio de Janeiro South Mission
- Brazil Salvador Mission
- Brazil Salvador South Mission
- Brazil Santa Maria Mission
- Brazil Santos Mission
- Brazil Sorocaba Mission
- Brazil São Bernardo Mission
- Brazil São Paulo East Mission
- Brazil São Paulo Interlagos Mission
- Brazil São Paulo North Mission
- Brazil São Paulo South Mission
- Brazil São Paulo West Mission
- Brazil Teresina Mission
- Brazil Vitória Mission
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources