Colombia Bogotá South Mission
The Colombia Bogotá South Mission is one of 5 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Colombia, centered on Bogotá. It was organized on 27 Jan 1992. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Mission leadersThomas C. and Rebecca Edwards Fredrick began serving around July 2024, 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 Bogotá Colombia Temple, in the mission area.
- WeatherNear Bogotá, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 70°F / 21°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 48°F / 9°C), with roughly 963 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are April.
- 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 72 # 10-07, Oficina 303, Edificio Liberty Seguros, Bogota, Distrito Capital, Colombia
Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026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
Thomas C. and Rebecca Edwards Fredrick
Serving since July 2024 · new leaders expected July 2027
Source: Church Newsroom 2024 · 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: high-altitude · about 963 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Apr.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 69°F / 21°C | 48°F / 9°C | 38 mm |
| Feb | 70°F / 21°C | 50°F / 10°C | 65 mm |
| Mar | 69°F / 20°C | 51°F / 10°C | 125 mm |
| Apr | 67°F / 20°C | 50°F / 10°C | 151 mm |
| May | 66°F / 19°C | 50°F / 10°C | 111 mm |
| Jun | 65°F / 18°C | 49°F / 10°C | 70 mm |
| Jul | 65°F / 18°C | 49°F / 9°C | 48 mm |
| Aug | 67°F / 19°C | 48°F / 9°C | 49 mm |
| Sep | 68°F / 20°C | 48°F / 9°C | 62 mm |
| Oct | 68°F / 20°C | 49°F / 9°C | 104 mm |
| Nov | 67°F / 20°C | 49°F / 10°C | 116 mm |
| Dec | 68°F / 20°C | 48°F / 9°C | 55 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
- Bogotá Colombia Temple — Operating (24 April 1999) · in or near Bogotá
- Medellín Colombia Temple — Site announced (6 October 2024) · about 152 mi (245 km) from Bogotá
- Cali Colombia Temple — Under construction (1 March 2025) · about 187 mi (301 km) from Bogotá
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
- 27 Jan 1992
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
- Bogota South Mission Moms and Friends (LDS) Group
- Mision Colombia Bogota Sur Facebook Group
- Mision Colombia Bogota Sur 2008-13 Group
- Reencuentro (Pres. Gimenez y Villareal) Group
- Mision Colombia Bogota Sur 2003 a 2007 Group
- Retornados de Bogota Sur en Peru Group
- Colombia Bogota South Mission Facebook Group
- Mision Bogota Sur – Presidentes Cahill y Fajardo 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 Bogotá South Mission?
The mission leaders are Thomas C. and Rebecca Edwards Fredrick, who began serving around July 2024, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2027.
What is the Colombia Bogotá South Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at Calle 72 # 10-07, Oficina 303, Edificio Liberty Seguros, Bogota, Distrito Capital, 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 Bogotá South 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 Bogotá South 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 Bogotá South Mission?
Near Bogotá, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 70°F / 21°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 48°F / 9°C), with roughly 963 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are April. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Colombia Bogotá South Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Bogotá Colombia Temple.
When was the Colombia Bogotá South Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 27 Jan 1992.
Other missions in Colombia
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources