Colombia Barranquilla Mission
The Colombia Barranquilla Mission is one of 5 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Colombia, centered on Barranquilla. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized1 July 1988
- Mission leadersPablo A. and Maria Barreiro began serving around July 2025, 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 Barranquilla Colombia Temple, about 6 mi (10 km) from Barranquilla.
- WeatherNear Barranquilla, the warmest month is usually April (average high about 88°F / 31°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 77°F / 25°C), with roughly 1,314 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are May, September, October and November.
- The Church hereColombia has about 223,090 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
- Calle 82 # 55-20, Apto 2, Edificio Matisse, Barranquilla Atlantico, Colombia
- Phone
- +57 5358-2818
Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026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 email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal.
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Pablo A. and Maria Barreiro
Serving since July 2025 · new leaders expected July 2028
Source: Church Newsroom 2025 · as of October 8, 2026
Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables.
- 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 1314 mm of rain a year · wettest months: May, Sep, Oct, Nov.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 86°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 9 mm |
| Feb | 87°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 4 mm |
| Mar | 87°F / 31°C | 78°F / 25°C | 12 mm |
| Apr | 88°F / 31°C | 78°F / 26°C | 71 mm |
| May | 87°F / 31°C | 79°F / 26°C | 190 mm |
| Jun | 86°F / 30°C | 78°F / 26°C | 182 mm |
| Jul | 87°F / 30°C | 79°F / 26°C | 135 mm |
| Aug | 87°F / 30°C | 79°F / 26°C | 181 mm |
| Sep | 86°F / 30°C | 78°F / 26°C | 202 mm |
| Oct | 85°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 245 mm |
| Nov | 85°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 188 mm |
| Dec | 86°F / 30°C | 78°F / 26°C | 26 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
- Barranquilla Colombia Temple — Operating (9 December 2018) · about 6 mi (10 km) from Barranquilla
- Maracaibo Venezuela Temple — Announced (7 April 2024) · about 216 mi (348 km) from Barranquilla
- Medellín Colombia Temple — Site announced (6 October 2024) · about 331 mi (532 km) from Barranquilla
- Panama City Panama Temple — Operating (10 August 2008) · about 350 mi (563 km) from Barranquilla
The Church in Colombia
Members & congregations
- Official Languages
- Spanish
- Church Membership
- 223,090
- Congregations
- 260 (182 Wards, 78 Branches)
- Number of Missions
- 5
- Operating Temples
- 2
Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- America/Bogota
- Currency
- COP
- Country code
- +57
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 3: Reconsider Travel as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 1 July 1988
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Colombians are courteous; greet with a handshake.
- Use "usted" widely.
- Follow mission safety guidance closely.
Foods: Bandeja paisa, Arepas, Ajiaco, Empanadas
Family groups
Connect with other families
- Barranquilla Mission Moms and Friends (LDS) Group
- Retornados Mision Barranquilla en Chile Group
- Mision Colombia Barranquilla Facebook Group
- Mision Barranquilla 1992 a 1993 Presidente Rogers Group
- Colombia Barranquilla Mission 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 Colombia Barranquilla Mission?
The mission leaders are Pablo A. and Maria Barreiro, who began serving around July 2025, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2028.
What is the Colombia Barranquilla Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at Calle 82 # 55-20, Apto 2, Edificio Matisse, Barranquilla Atlantico, Colombia. 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 Colombia Barranquilla Mission?
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Colombia Barranquilla Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Spanish. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Colombia Barranquilla Mission?
Near Barranquilla, the warmest month is usually April (average high about 88°F / 31°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 77°F / 25°C), with roughly 1,314 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are May, September, October and November. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Colombia Barranquilla Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Barranquilla Colombia Temple (about 10 km) and Panama City Panama Temple (about 563 km).
When was the Colombia Barranquilla Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 1988.
Other missions in Colombia
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources