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HOLINESS TO THE LORD
THE HOUSE OF THE LORD

"Within the sound of my voice are many young women, young men, and children. I plead with you to be worthy, to be steadfast, and to look forward with great anticipation to the day you will receive the ordinances and blessings of the temple."
—David A. Bednar

LATEST NEWS & EVENTS

Photo:  Cole Robison

Construction Barrier Removed from Main Street Plaza

The majority of the construction barrier separating Main Street Plaza from the east side of the Salt Lake Temple has been removed, revealing the temple's elegant permanent ornamental fencing and lantern-topped posts. Demolition of the former Plaza Hotel is nearing completion, while restoration work continues on the historic Beehive House and Lion House. A six-month public open house, known as the Salt Lake Temple Celebration, is scheduled to run daily from April 5 through October 1, 2027, welcoming visitors from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Photo:  Noy Ugay

Fort Worth Texas Temple President and Matron Called

Tommy Lawrence Hamilton and Debra Diane Prather Hamilton of the Hurst Texas Stake have been called as president and matron of the new Fort Worth Texas Temple. President Hamilton is a temple preparation instructor and temple sealer and former stake presidency counselor, bishop and high councilor. Sister Hamilton is a temple preparation instructor and temple worker and former ward Relief Society presidency counselor, ward Young Women presidency counselor and ward Primary presidency counselor.
Photo:  Temple de Cali, Colombia Facebook page

Front Portico Panels Installed at the Cali Colombia Temple

The exterior of the Cali Colombia Temple continues to take on its distinctive identity as crews install ornate stone panels across the front portico. Recently, engraved stones bearing the sacred inscription—Holiness to the Lord – The House of the Lord (in Spanish)—were set above the main entrance, marking an important milestone in the exterior finishing work. Across the street, reinforced concrete walls are rising for the ancillary building, where structural construction continues.
Photo:  Dan Day

West Elevation Stonework on the Austin Texas Temple

Stone cladding continues to transform the exterior of the Austin Texas Temple. Recent progress shows scaffolding removed from much of the west and north elevations, revealing the exquisite stonework with its classical detailing. At the center of the structure, crews are preparing the tower for its exterior finishes. Site development is progressing on the east side of the property, where hardscape features are taking shape.

TEMPLE STATISTICS



385

Total


219

Dedicated


61

Under Construction


105

Announced


The construction and renovation of Latter-day Saint temples is determined by the Church's First Presidency. New temple locations are most often announced at the Church's semiannual General Conference meetings.
 

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Find the location and status of every dedicated, under construction, and announced temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints across the globe.

 

TOUR A TEMPLE AT A PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE

Salt Lake Temple
4th dedicated temple in operation; closed for renovation; preparing for public open house beginning 5 April 2027
Fort Worth Texas Temple
Major construction completed; finalizing work on the interior and landscaping; furnishing the interior; temple president and matron called
Cali Colombia Temple
Exterior cladding underway; foundation work for ancillary building progressing
Austin Texas Temple
Sheathing, waterproofing, and cladding the exterior; decking the roof