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The Church of Jesus Christ Concludes Its
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Key Points:
- In 1925, Elder Melvin J. Ballard offered a dedicatory prayer in Buenos Aires, marking the official start of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' missionary work in South America, where membership has grown from 600,000 worldwide to nearly 4.4 million on the continent today.
- The Church celebrated its centennial in 2025 with various events including the historic first visit of the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square to Argentina, cultural celebrations across South America, and extensive community service projects.
- Significant milestones included the dedication of two temples in Antofagasta, Chile, and Bahía Blanca, Argentina, emphasizing the Church’s focus on family and faith in the region.
