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Mexico Mexico City East Mission
The Mexico Mexico City East Mission serves in Mexico’s historic, high-altitude capital, where Spanish is the main mission language.
- Spanish
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2 Nephi 33:6 as it reads in the Book of Mormon for each language spoken here.
Weak Things Become Strong, in the language of this mission
"I make weak things become strong" (Ether 12:27) as it reads in the Book of Mormon for each language spoken here.
About the mission
Spanish is the mission language. Mexico City is known for its long Indigenous and Spanish history, busy neighborhoods, museums, food, and cultural landmarks.
At a glance
- Country
- Mexico
- Main city
- Mexico City, 9,209,944 people (2020 census)
- Language
- Spanish
- Time zone
- Central Time (UTC-6)
- Climate
- Subtropical highland climate, with rainy weather from May through October
- Church in Mexico
- 1,534,058 members, 230 stakes, 1,878 congregations, 34 missions, 583 FamilySearch Centers, 14 temples
A short history of the area
The surrounding territory became Mexico’s federal district in 1824. On January 29, 2016, it was officially renamed Ciudad de México, or CDMX, and received greater autonomy. Today, the city is the most populous city in North America.
The Church here
- 1870sMexico’s growing religious liberty encouraged Brigham Young to send the restored gospel to Mexico.
- 1877After portions of the Book of Mormon were translated into Spanish, missionaries baptized the first converts in Hermosillo.
- 1879A branch was organized in Mexico City.
- 1936–1946Tensions with returning mission leadership led to a painful schism in the Church in Mexico before members were reconciled.
- 1944Temple ordinances were translated into Spanish.
- 1945Mexican Saints traveled to Mesa, Arizona, to become the first in Church history to receive temple ordinances in a language other than English.
- 1961A stake was organized in Mexico City.
- 1983A temple was dedicated in Mexico City.
- 1987The Mexico Mexico City East Mission was organized on July 1.
Temples nearby
Mexico City Benemérito Mexico Temple
Announced · Near Mexico City
Mexico City Mexico Temple
Dedicated December 2, 1983 · Near Mexico City
Cuernavaca Mexico Temple
Announced · About 40 miles from Mexico City
Toluca Mexico Temple
Announced · About 45 miles from Mexico City
The Book of Mormon here
Missionaries in this mission share the Book of Mormon in these languages. Tap a cover to read it free.
Cover art is an illustration. Links open the free edition on ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
Before you go
Phrases to learn
- HolaHello
- Buenos díasGood morning
- ¿Cómo estás?How are you?
- GraciasThank you
Foods to try
- Tacos de barbacoa (tacos made with slow-cooked meat)
- Enchiladas (tortillas filled and covered with chile sauce)
- Pozole (a traditional soup made with hominy and meat)
- Pulque (a traditional fermented drink often served in pulquerías)
Fun facts
- Mexico City stands about 2,240 meters, or 7,350 feet, above sea level.
- Parts of the city have sunk by as much as 9 meters since the beginning of the 20th century.
- Azteca Stadium was the first stadium in FIFA World Cup history to host the final twice.
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