Venezuela Valencia Mission
The Venezuela Valencia Mission is one of 4 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Venezuela, centered on Valencia. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized1 July 1991 (originally the Venezuela Caracas West Mission)
- Mission leadersJosue and Mary Carmen Diaz 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 Caracas Venezuela Temple, about 80 mi (128 km) from Valencia.
- WeatherNear Valencia, the warmest month is usually March (average high about 90°F / 32°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 68°F / 20°C), with roughly 1,448 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are May, June and July.
- The Church hereVenezuela has about 179,389 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 137, Centro Comercial Imperial 2, Urb. Comoruco Sector Los Sauces, Piso, 1 Oficina 1-7, Valencia 02001, Carabobo, Venezuela
Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026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
Josue and Mary Carmen Diaz
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
Mail and package delivery can be very unreliable; check with the mission office before sending anything.
- 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, hot-summer · about 1448 mm of rain a year · wettest months: May, Jun, Jul.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 87°F / 31°C | 68°F / 20°C | 18 mm |
| Feb | 89°F / 32°C | 68°F / 20°C | 16 mm |
| Mar | 90°F / 32°C | 69°F / 21°C | 39 mm |
| Apr | 88°F / 31°C | 71°F / 22°C | 117 mm |
| May | 85°F / 30°C | 71°F / 22°C | 191 mm |
| Jun | 83°F / 28°C | 69°F / 21°C | 204 mm |
| Jul | 83°F / 28°C | 69°F / 20°C | 212 mm |
| Aug | 83°F / 28°C | 69°F / 21°C | 165 mm |
| Sep | 84°F / 29°C | 69°F / 21°C | 161 mm |
| Oct | 85°F / 29°C | 70°F / 21°C | 150 mm |
| Nov | 85°F / 29°C | 69°F / 21°C | 116 mm |
| Dec | 85°F / 30°C | 68°F / 20°C | 38 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
- Caracas Venezuela Temple — Operating (20 August 2000) · about 80 mi (128 km) from Valencia
- Maracaibo Venezuela Temple — Announced (7 April 2024) · about 247 mi (398 km) from Valencia
The Church in Venezuela
Members & congregations
- Official Languages
- Spanish
- Church Membership
- 179,389
- Congregations
- 235 (176 Wards, 59 Branches)
- Number of Missions
- 4
- Operating Temples
- 1
Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- America/Caracas
- Currency
- VES
- Country code
- +58
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 3: Reconsider Travel as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 1 July 1991
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Families are close-knit and hospitable.
- Follow mission safety guidance closely.
Foods: Arepas, Pabellón criollo, Cachapas, Hallacas (Christmas)
Family groups
Connect with other families
- Mision Venezuela Valencia Group
- Mision Venezuela Valencia 2006-2010 Group
- Mision Valencia de Siempre Facebook Group
- Valencia Mission…The True Mission.. Group
- Mision Valencia 2000-2006 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 Venezuela Valencia Mission?
The mission leaders are Josue and Mary Carmen Diaz, 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 Venezuela Valencia Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at Calle 137, Centro Comercial Imperial 2, Urb. Comoruco Sector Los Sauces, Piso, 1 Oficina 1-7, Valencia 02001, Carabobo, Venezuela. 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 Venezuela Valencia Mission?
Mail and package delivery can be very unreliable; check with the mission office before sending anything. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Venezuela Valencia Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Spanish. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Venezuela Valencia Mission?
Near Valencia, the warmest month is usually March (average high about 90°F / 32°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 68°F / 20°C), with roughly 1,448 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are May, June and July. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Venezuela Valencia Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Caracas Venezuela Temple (about 128 km).
When was the Venezuela Valencia Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 1991. It was originally called the Venezuela Caracas West Mission.
Other missions in Venezuela
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources