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California Oakland/San Francisco Mission

LanguageEnglish
Local time—
Mission leadersTom and Lori Holmoe
Nearest templeOakland California TempleIn or near Oakland/San Francisco
Climate43–86°F / 6–30°C
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The California Oakland/San Francisco Mission is one of 134 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the United States, centered on Oakland/San Francisco. Below you’ll find tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.

At a glance

  • Mission leadersTom and Lori Holmoe began serving around July 2026, according to the Church Newsroom.
  • LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in English and Spanish; your call letter tells you your exact language.
  • Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Oakland California Temple, in the mission area.
  • WeatherNear Oakland/San Francisco, the warmest month is usually August (average high about 86°F / 30°C) and the coolest is December (average low about 43°F / 6°C), with roughly 626 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are January, February, March and December.
  • The Church hereCalifornia has about 725,648 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

Mission leaders

Who leads the mission

Tom and Lori Holmoe

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

Domestic USPS/UPS/FedEx shipping usually works well; many missions prefer packages to the mission office, but ask whether to send to the missionary's apartment instead.

  • 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.

Letters & packages guide →

Weather & climate

Seasons, rain & live weather
Live weather loads here.

Profile: temperate · about 626 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec.

Monthly averages
Avg highAvg lowRain
Jan57°F / 14°C43°F / 6°C106 mm
Feb61°F / 16°C44°F / 6°C86 mm
Mar63°F / 17°C46°F / 8°C96 mm
Apr70°F / 21°C49°F / 9°C26 mm
May76°F / 24°C52°F / 11°C17 mm
Jun82°F / 28°C56°F / 13°C1 mm
Jul85°F / 29°C57°F / 14°C0 mm
Aug86°F / 30°C58°F / 14°C0 mm
Sep85°F / 29°C58°F / 15°C5 mm
Oct78°F / 25°C54°F / 12°C29 mm
Nov64°F / 18°C47°F / 8°C51 mm
Dec56°F / 13°C43°F / 6°C103 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

English, Spanish

English uses the Latin alphabet; spelling is irregular, so listen a lot. Accents vary widely by region (US South, Caribbean, Scottish, Australian, Nigerian, etc.).

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

Nearby temples

Closest temples & distances
Oakland California Temple
Oakland California Temple · Photo: Calibas · Public domain · via Wikimedia Commons

The Church in California

Members & congregations
Church Membership
725,648
Stakes
145
Congregations
1,085
FamilySearch Centers
228
Temples
8
Missions
16

Newsroom Facts & Statistics

Practical

Time zone, currency, calling code
Time zone
America/Los_Angeles
Currency
USD
Country code
+1

Culture & food

Customs & local food
  • Greet with a handshake and a smile; first names are common.
  • Be on time and keep appointments short and friendly.
  • Respect "no soliciting" signs and private property.
  • Regional cultures differ a lot: rural South, big cities, Mountain West, etc.

Foods: BBQ and regional comfort food, Tex-Mex / Mexican food, Casseroles at ward dinners, Fast food on a budget

Common questions

Quick answers

Who is the mission president of the California Oakland/San Francisco Mission?

The mission leaders are Tom and Lori Holmoe, 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 California Oakland/San Francisco Mission?

Domestic USPS/UPS/FedEx shipping usually works well; many missions prefer packages to the mission office, but ask whether to send to the missionary's apartment instead. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.

What language do missionaries speak in the California Oakland/San Francisco Mission?

Most missionaries here serve in English and Spanish. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.

What is the weather like in the California Oakland/San Francisco Mission?

Near Oakland/San Francisco, the warmest month is usually August (average high about 86°F / 30°C) and the coolest is December (average low about 43°F / 6°C), with roughly 626 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are January, February, March and December. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.

What temples are near the California Oakland/San Francisco Mission?

Operating temples nearby include Oakland California Temple and Sacramento California Temple (about 110 km).

Other missions in California

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