The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints took part for the first time in the “Color of Diversity” Festival held at the Baku Expo Center on November 5, 2025. The event, organized by the State Committee on Affairs with Religious Associations of the Republic of Azerbaijan, brought together representatives of 33 religious communities from across the country under the theme “Year of the Constitution and Sovereignty.”
Elder Rubén V. Alliaud, President of the Europe Central Area of the Church, headed the delegation at the event and met with government officials, interfaith leaders and other dignitaries. “We are honored to join with friends of many faiths in celebrating the beauty of diversity and the shared values that unite us as children of God. Azerbaijan’s example of inter-religious harmony is an inspiration to the world. We look forward to continuing our friendship and service in this remarkable nation”, said Elder Alliaud.
Participants in the 'Color of Diversity” Festival held on Nov 5, 2025, at the Baku Expo Center, in Azerbaijan. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was one of the 33 religious groups participation in this inter-religious gathering.
Elder Rubén V. Alliaud and Sister Fabiana Alliaud, from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints engage with Ravan Hasanov, Executive Director of the Baku International Multiculturalism Centre, at the Festival 'Color of Diversity', held in Baku, on Nov 5, 2025. The Church was one of the 33 religious groups present at the event.
The booth of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at the 'Color of Diversity” Festival held on Nov 5, 2025, at the Baku Expo Center, in Azerbaijan. The Church was one of the 33 religious groups participation in the inter-religious gathering.
Leaders and representatives of 33 religious participate in the Festival 'Color of Diversity', held in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Nov 5, 2025. Elder Rubén V. Alliaud, President of the Europe Central Area of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints led the delegation of the Church at the festival.
The 'Color of Diversity” Festival was held on Nov 5, 2025, at the Baku Expo Center, in Azerbaijan. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was one of the 33 religious groups participation in the inter-religious gathering.
The festival celebrates Azerbaijan’s long-standing traditions of religious tolerance and cultural harmony. The program included exhibitions from faith communities, musical and cultural performances, and a joint interfaith prayer ceremony.
The Festival commenced with the introduction to the stands of religious communities and it was followed by an official opening ceremony featuring Azerbaijan’s National Anthem and with a video presentation on Azerbaijan’s traditions of tolerance.
Cultural performances and presentations from various religious groups and their leaders in Azerbaijan were also part of the program, which concluded with a joint prayer ceremony and a group photo of the participants.
The booth of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at the Festival 'Color of Diversity' held at Baku, Azerbaijan on Nov 5, 2025, is visited by Bahar Muradova, former deputy speaker of the National Assembly of Azerbaijan. The Church was one of the 33 religious groups participation in this inter-religious gathering.
Olga Gulieva, on behalf of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Azerbaijan receives a recognition from Ramin Mammadov, Chairman of State Committee on Affairs with Religious Associations of Azerbaijan, at the conclusion of the Festival ‘Color of Diversity’, held in Baku on Nov 5, 2025.
President Peter Huber, of the Turkiq and Persian speaking Mission, participates in the joint prayer that marked the end of the 'Color of Diversity' Festival, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Nov 5, 2025. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was one of the 33 religious groups that participated in the inter-religious celebration.
President Peter Huber, who leads the Turkic and Persian-speaking Mission of the Church, was selected to pray at the end of the Festival, among eleven other religious leaders. 'I prayed for the well-being of all of God's children in this part of the world, so they continue to enjoy the freedom to worship God according to their conscience and belief', he expressed.
The Church’s participation in the festival precedes another historic milestone — the inauguration of the first meetinghouse of the Church in Baku, scheduled for November 13, 2025. This event marks a significant step in the Church’s growing presence in the Caucasus region and underscores its commitment to supporting faith, family, and community wherever it is established.
Government officials, religious representatives and other dignitaries will be participating in that momentous event. In the evening, there will be a public open house celebration that is being prepared to welcome members and friends of the Church. The formal dedication of the building will be performed by a senior leader of the Church.