Chad R. Wilkinson is a dedicated leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He has served in various capacities throughout his life, demonstrating his commitment to the church and its members.
Early Life and Missionary Service
Chad R. Wilkinson was born in Murray, Utah, to Joseph William and Clytie Wilkinson. He served as a missionary in the Dominican Republic Mission.
Family Life
Chad R. Wilkinson is married to Allison Marie Wilkinson, and they have four children. My Grammie, Carolyn Ford, Andrew & Ginger Ford & Mark & Julie Wilkinson were able to join us for the setting apart. The Wilkinson family resides in Saratoga Springs, Utah, where they are members of the Saratoga Springs 4th Ward.
The Wilkinson's have three daughters:
- Mary, who loves sports, especially football, and plays the violin and piano.
- Emma, a beautiful cellist and pianist who loves to read and watch old movies.
- Eliza, who loves to dance and sing.
And one son:
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- Joseph, who loves to play any sport and is especially good at Basketball, football and track/running.
The missionaries are the highlight of our life here is Costa Rica. When we are with them, we feel Happy and Safe.
Education and Career
Wilkinson's professional background includes serving as an assistant administrator in Seminaries and Institutes. He accepted a position at the University of Utah as a controller, where he became acquainted with Neal A. Maxwell.
Church Service
Throughout his life, Chad R. Wilkinson has been actively involved in various church callings. His service includes:
- Missionary in the Dominican Republic Mission
- Bishop
- Stake President
- Area Seventy
- Costa Rica San José Mission president
- General Young Men advisory council member
Area Seventies are Church leaders called by the First Presidency to be “especial witnesses” and to assist the Twelve in “building up the church and regulating all the affairs” and “preaching and administering the gospel” in their assigned areas (Doctrine and Covenants 107:25, 34, 38). They act under the keys and direction of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
Area Seventies are called and set apart to serve in specific geographical areas but may also be assigned to serve in other areas as needed. They are not called to full-time service and typically serve for five years. Their duties include meeting and counseling with local Church leaders to help them fulfill their responsibilities. Each Area Seventy belongs to a Quorum of the Seventy.
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Though all Seventies have equal authority, some are designated as General Authorities and others are designated as Area Seventies.
On Thursday, April 3, 2025, 78 new Area Seventies were announced and presented for a sustaining vote. Area Seventies are leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints called by the First Presidency to be “especial witnesses” and to assist the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles in “building up the church and regulating all the affairs” and “preaching and administering the gospel” in their assigned areas (Doctrine and Covenants 107:25, 34, 38).
Here is a list of some of the Area Seventies:
- Jay D. Andersen
- Faapito Auapaau
- Frederick K. Balli Jr.
- Kevin W. Birch
- John W. Boswell III
- J. Francisco Bührer
- Suchat Chaichana
- Matthew R. Clarke
- L. Guido Cristobal
- Edmarc R. Dumas
- Carlos A. Gabaldón
- M. Andrew Galt IV
- Clark G. Gilbert
- Leonard D. Greer
- Vladislav Y. Gornostaev
- D. Martin Goury
- Richard I. Heaton
- Broc C. Hiatt
- David H. Huntsman
- Norman C. Insong
- Daniel Kabason
- Federico M. Kähnlein
- Jeffrey J. Kerr
- Youngjoon Kwon
- David G. LaFrance
- Ricardo C. Leite
- Marcelo Louza
- Jose G. Manarin
- Jeremiah J. Morgan
- Mark A. Mortensen
- Eduardo F. Ortega
- Nathan D. Pace
- Michael M. Packer
- Omar I. Palacios
- Jorge W. Pérez
- Kyrylo Pokhylko
- Sergio A. Poncio
- Arthur Rascon
- Miguel A. Reynoso
- Gustavo G. Rezende
- Robert G. Rivarola
- Tonga J. Sai
- Luciano Sankari
- Rosendo Santos
- Henry Savstrom
- J. Matthew Scott
- James E. Slaughter
- Robert T. Smith
- Ricardo A. Spencer
- Colin C. Stauffer
- David C. Stewart
- Jared W. Stone
- Arlen M. Tumaliuan
- Martin J. Turvey
- Yan C. Vega
- Paul B. Whippy
- Chad R. Wilkinson
- Dow R. Wilson
In April 2020, President Dallin H. Oaks of the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the calls of nine new General Authority Seventies and 58 Area Seventies. He also announced a new Young Men General Presidency.
The new General Authority Seventies include:
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- Elder Jorge T. Becerra
- Elder Matthew S. Holland
- Elder William K. Jackson
- Elder Jeremy R. Jaggi
- Elder Kelly R. Johnson
- Elder Thierry K. Mutombo
- Elder Adeyinka A. Ojediran
- Elder Ciro Schmeil
- Elder Moisés Villanueva
The members of the new Young Men general presidency include:
- Brother Steven J. Lund, president
- Brother Ahmad Corbitt, first counselor
- Brother Bradley R. Wilcox, second counselor
General Authority Seventies serve in the Presidency of the Seventy, in area presidencies, and in other headquarters administrative functions. Under the direction of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, they travel frequently to meet with and teach Church leaders, missionaries and members of the Church in local congregations.
The Young Men presidency provides instruction and encouragement in living the gospel of Jesus Christ for male Church members ages 12 through 18.
Sustaining of General Authorities, Area Seventies, and General Officers
Historic Site Leader
Most recently, Chad R. Wilkinson, along with his wife Allison Marie Wilkinson, has been called as the new leaders of the New York and Pennsylvania Historic Sites. They succeed President Thomas McCoy and Sister Lani Jo McCoy.
Sister Wilkinson serves as a Primary teacher and is a former counselor in a Young Women presidency, enrichment leader, Primary music leader, counselor in a special needs Mutual, Sunday School teacher and Relief Society teacher.
Allison Marie Wilkinson serves as a Primary teacher and is a former counselor in a Young Women presidency, enrichment leader, Primary music leader, counselor in a special needs Mutual, Sunday School teacher and Relief Society teacher.
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