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LATEST NEWS & EVENTS
Scaffolding Removed from the Alabang Philippines Temple Spire
Scaffolding is being removed from the tall tapering steeple of the Alabang Philippines Temple. The two-story accommodation center that stands behind the temple is seen the accompanying photograph. It will provide restroom facilities for arriving patrons and temporary housing units for those traveling long distances. Construction at the temple complex began four-and-a-half years ago and is expected to be completed next year.
Groundbreaking Event Held for the Grand Rapids Michigan Temple
Elder Mathias Held of the North America Northeast Area Presidency presided at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Grand Rapids Michigan Temple on Saturday, December 7, 2024. "We can witness before our eyes how the work is rolling forward, how the Lord is hastening His work at this very special time," he said. In his site dedicatory prayer, he asked that God "hallow and protect this temple site, which will come to be a place of great spiritual strength and power."
Groundbreaking Date Announced for the Cali Colombia Temple
Elder Jorge T. Becerra, president of the South America Northwest Area, will preside at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Cali Colombia Temple on Saturday, March 1, 2025. The temple will be constructed on a 3.14-acre site on La Flora in Cali, Colombia. Plans call for a single-story temple of approximately 9,500 square feet. The temple will be Colombia's third. A fourth has been announced for Medellín.
Exterior Rendering Released for the Tacloban City Philippines Temple
The official exterior rendering for the Tacloban City Philippines Temple has been published. The two-story temple will be approximately 21,407 square feet with a steeple over the main entrance. The groundbreaking has been announced for Saturday, January 18, 2025. Elder Michael B. Strong, Second Counselor in the Philippines Area Presidency, will preside.
TEMPLE STATISTICS
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Total
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Dedicated
51
Under Construction
114
Announced
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