Council of Twelve Assignment Update

The World Church Leadership Council continues to prayerfully discern how to meet the evolving needs of the worldwide church. Guided by the values of simplicity, agility, and flexibility, the Council seeks to strengthen Spirit-led communities and faithfully adapt to a changing world.

Over the past three months, the Council of Twelve Apostles has worked closely with field leaders to understand local contexts and expand opportunities to share Christ’s mission. In light of this focus, the First Presidency and Council of Twelve Apostles announce the following updates, effective 9 October 2025.

The Council of Twelve has organized into two teams with areas of contextual overlap:

• Team A (Fields 1, 2, 3) led by Apostle Catherine Mambwe
• Team B (Fields 4, 5) led by Apostle Lach Mackay

 Leadership updates include:

• Apostle Art Smith has been elected Secretary of the Council of Twelve, after Apostle Carrie Welch concluded her service.
• Apostle Matt Frizzell will serve in Field 3 with Apostle Catherine Mambwe.
• Apostle Joey Williams will serve in Field 5 with Apostles Carrie Welch, Kat Hnatyshyn, and Richard James, supported by Apostles Lach Mackay and Shannon McAdam.

Reflecting President Cramm’s 2025 World Conference message, these adjustments serve not as a fixed map but as a faithful compass as we discern what matters most and respond to God’s leading. Together—leaders and members alike—we are invited to continue in prayer and discernment, living Christ’s mission with creativity, faithfulness, and hope.