Construction is moving forward on the beautiful Neiafu Tonga Temple, which is already becoming a cherished symbol of sacredness in the Vava'u island group. The temple's white walls speak to its holy purposes—a place where the children of God covenant to follow Him in righteousness. "Behold, I say unto you that…this is a new and an everlasting covenant, even that which was from the beginning" (D&C 22:1).

A property wall has been constructed on the north and west sides of the Austin Texas Temple site, delineating the boundary lines. East Park Street borders the property to the south, and Creek Vista Boulevard borders the property to the east. Scaffolding is erected on the east end of the temple where stone cladding is progressing. The temple has been under construction for the past 17 months.

Beautiful depictions of sunflowers and wheat stalks are found in the art glass and interior decorations of the Wichita Kansas Temple. The elegant motif honors Kansas as a top agricultural state, earning it nicknames like The Sunflower State (official), The Wheat State, and The Breadbasket of the World. The temple stands in the state's largest city where more than 400,000 people reside. Construction began over 16 months ago.

On the grounds of the Santa Cruz Bolivia Temple, concrete planters have been installed on either side of the entrance portico, and a set of four palm trees arranged in a diamond shape has been established in front of each planter. Exterior cladding is moving up the body of the tower, which was previously coated with a waterproofing sealant. Pavers have been laid for the parking lot between the temple and ancillary building.