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Italy Rome Mission

LanguageItalian
Local time—
Mission leadersLaren R. and Caralee H. Walker
Nearest templeRome Italy TempleAbout 6 mi (9 km) from Rome
Climate36–87°F / 2–31°C
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The Italy Rome Mission is one of 2 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Italy, centered on Rome. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.

At a glance

  • Organized2 Aug 1966 (originally the Italian Mission)
  • Mission leadersLaren R. and Caralee H. Walker began serving around July 2025, according to the Church Newsroom.
  • LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Italian; your call letter tells you your exact language.
  • Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Rome Italy Temple, about 6 mi (9 km) from Rome.
  • WeatherNear Rome, the warmest month is usually July (average high about 87°F / 31°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 36°F / 2°C), with roughly 1,317 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are May.
  • The Church hereItaly has about 30,105 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
Piazza Carnaro, 20, 00141 Rome RM, Italy

Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026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

Laren R. and Caralee H. Walker

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

Packages from outside the EU may incur VAT and handling fees; Italian delivery can be slow.

  • 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 1317 mm of rain a year · wettest months: May.

Monthly averages
Avg highAvg lowRain
Jan51°F / 10°C36°F / 2°C123 mm
Feb54°F / 12°C38°F / 3°C111 mm
Mar58°F / 14°C40°F / 4°C138 mm
Apr64°F / 18°C44°F / 7°C98 mm
May69°F / 21°C51°F / 11°C136 mm
Jun81°F / 27°C60°F / 16°C71 mm
Jul87°F / 31°C65°F / 18°C36 mm
Aug87°F / 30°C65°F / 18°C51 mm
Sep76°F / 25°C58°F / 14°C123 mm
Oct68°F / 20°C52°F / 11°C128 mm
Nov59°F / 15°C45°F / 7°C198 mm
Dec53°F / 12°C38°F / 3°C156 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

Italian

Italian is very phonetic; double consonants are held longer. "c/g" before e/i are soft (ch/j). Use "Lei" (formal you) with adults.

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

Nearby temples

Closest temples & distances
Rome Italy Temple
Rome Italy Temple · Photo: Mbattista22 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons

The Church in Italy

Members & congregations
Official Languages
Italian
Church Membership
30,105
Congregations
91 (62 Wards, 29 Branches)
Number of Missions
2
Operating Temples
1

Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026

Practical

Time zone, currency, calling code
Time zone
Europe/Rome
Currency
EUR
Country code
+39
U.S. travel advisory
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution as of 2026-10-08
Organized
2 Aug 1966

Culture & food

Customs & local food
  • Dress sharply; appearance matters.
  • Greet with "Buongiorno" and use "Lei".

Foods: Pasta, Pizza, Risotto, Gelato

Family groups

Connect with other families

As listed by latterdaymissions.com (unofficial). Groups may be private, renamed, or inactive.

Common questions

Quick answers

Who is the mission president of the Italy Rome Mission?

The mission leaders are Laren R. and Caralee H. Walker, 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 Italy Rome Mission office address?

An unofficial directory lists the office at Piazza Carnaro, 20, 00141 Rome RM, Italy. 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 Italy Rome Mission?

Packages from outside the EU may incur VAT and handling fees; Italian delivery can be slow. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.

What language do missionaries speak in the Italy Rome Mission?

Most missionaries here serve in Italian. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.

What is the weather like in the Italy Rome Mission?

Near Rome, the warmest month is usually July (average high about 87°F / 31°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 36°F / 2°C), with roughly 1,317 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are May. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.

What temples are near the Italy Rome Mission?

Operating temples nearby include Rome Italy Temple (about 9 km).

When was the Italy Rome Mission organized?

The mission was organized on 2 Aug 1966. It was originally called the Italian Mission.

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