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- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced that women can begin missionary service at age 18, effective immediately, previously 19.
- The First Presidency noted that missionary service is required for men but optional for women.
- This change follows the announcement that Saturday evening sessions during general conference will be discontinued.
- The Church reports over 84,000 missionaries currently serving, up from 65,000 at the end of 2022.
