Greece Athens Mission
The Greece Athens Mission is the only mission of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Greece, centered on Athens. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized1 July 2026
- Mission leadersHoward D. and Heather G. McKeon began serving around July 2026, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Greek; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Rome Italy Temple, about 652 mi (1,050 km) from Athens.
- WeatherNear Athens, the warmest month is usually July (average high about 90°F / 32°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 42°F / 6°C), with roughly 464 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are December.
- The Church hereGreece has about 818 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
- Panayias Eleftherotrias 9, PO Box 51178, 145 63 Kifissia, Greece
Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026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
Howard D. and Heather G. McKeon
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
Packages from outside the EU may incur VAT and fees.
- 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: hot-summer · about 464 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Dec.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 55°F / 13°C | 42°F / 6°C | 61 mm |
| Feb | 57°F / 14°C | 43°F / 6°C | 50 mm |
| Mar | 61°F / 16°C | 46°F / 8°C | 56 mm |
| Apr | 69°F / 20°C | 51°F / 11°C | 36 mm |
| May | 76°F / 25°C | 59°F / 15°C | 33 mm |
| Jun | 85°F / 30°C | 69°F / 20°C | 25 mm |
| Jul | 90°F / 32°C | 74°F / 24°C | 13 mm |
| Aug | 89°F / 32°C | 74°F / 23°C | 12 mm |
| Sep | 82°F / 28°C | 67°F / 19°C | 25 mm |
| Oct | 73°F / 23°C | 59°F / 15°C | 29 mm |
| Nov | 65°F / 19°C | 52°F / 11°C | 61 mm |
| Dec | 58°F / 14°C | 45°F / 7°C | 78 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
Greek
Greek uses the Greek alphabet; stress is marked with an accent. Note "ναι" (neh) means YES and "όχι" (OH-hee) means NO.
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Rome Italy Temple — Operating (10 March 2019) · about 652 mi (1,050 km) from Athens
The Church in Greece
Members & congregations
- Church Membership
- 818
- Congregations
- 2
- FamilySearch Centers
- 2
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- Europe/Athens
- Currency
- EUR
- Country code
- +30
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 1 July 2026
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Name days can matter more than birthdays.
- Hospitality (philoxenia) is a core value.
Foods: Souvlaki, Moussaka, Spanakopita, Greek salad
Family groups
Connect with other families
- Missionary Friends of the Athens Mission Group
- Athens Mission Moms and Friends (LDS) Group
- President Stone’s Greece Athens Mission Group
- Greece Athens Mission ~ The G.A.M. Group
- Greece Athens Mission Facebook Group
- Greece Athens Mission (2003-2005) 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 Greece Athens Mission?
The mission leaders are Howard D. and Heather G. McKeon, 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 Greece Athens Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at Panayias Eleftherotrias 9, PO Box 51178, 145 63 Kifissia, Greece. 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 Greece Athens Mission?
Packages from outside the EU may incur VAT and fees. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Greece Athens Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Greek. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Greece Athens Mission?
Near Athens, the warmest month is usually July (average high about 90°F / 32°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 42°F / 6°C), with roughly 464 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are December. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Greece Athens Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Rome Italy Temple (about 1050 km).
When was the Greece Athens Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 2026.
Other missions in Greece
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources