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Looking West Toward the Alabang Philippines Temple
Remnants of Alabang's rural past can be seen among the high-rise residential and commercial buildings that have replaced the once vast pastureland. The Alabang Philippines Temple stands in Filinvest City, a major business district in Alabang. Plans for the temple were announced in April 2017, and a groundbreaking was held in June 2020. Construction of the house of the Lord is expected to completed next year.
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Unprecedented Temple Construction in the Philippines
The scaffolds surrounding the spire of the Alabang Philippines Temple reach high into the sky over Filinvest City. The temple is one of four currently under construction in the country alongside the Davao Philippines Temple, Bacolod Philippines Temple, and Cagayan de Oro Philippines Temple. Three temples have already been dedicated in Manila, Cebu City, and Urdaneta, and plans have been announced for the construction of six more for a country total of 13 temples.
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Scaffolding Reaches Top of Alabang Philippines Temple Steeple
Scaffolding around the Alabang Philippines Temple, which has slowly grown taller over the past several months, has now reached the top of the steeple. Exterior cladding of the temple was completed late last year, but the final segment of the steeple has been noticeably absent. Plans to construct the temple were announced at the April 2017 general conference, and the groundbreaking ceremony was held in June 2020. The temple is expected to be dedicated next year.
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Scaffolding Returns to the Alabang Philippines Temple
Scaffolding has returned to the exterior of the Alabang Philippines Temple. It has been erected along the facade of the building and around the body of the steeple. The temple will be the fourth house of the Lord dedicated in the Philippines and the second in Metro Manila. The country's first temple, the Manila Philippines Temple, was constructed in Quezon City—the largest city in Metro Manila.
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Dusk Settles Over the Alabang Philippines Temple
The Alabang Philippines Temple is a beautiful sight in the evenings at its prominent location on the corner of Filinvest Ave and Corporate Ave. Elder Evan Schmutz, who was the president of the Philippines Area, presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for the temple almost 4 years ago. He prayed, "[W]e dedicate this chosen ground for the construction of the Alabang Philippines Temple as a house of holiness, a house to be built in Thy Son’s name wherein the important work of salvation may be done."
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Dusk Settles on the Alabang Philippines Temple
Work lights shine on the exterior of the Alabang Philippines Temple as dusk settles over the construction site. Passers-by can catch a glimpse of the work going on inside the edifice through the large windows at the front of the building. Stained glass will be installed behind the transparent glass later. The exterior cladding has been completed, but many months of the work remain on the interior and grounds.
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Elder Andersen Visits the Alabang Philippines Temple with Area Youth
Elder Neil L. Andersen of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and his wife, Sister Kathy Andersen, visited the construction site of the Alabang Philippines Temple on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. Philippines Area President Steven R. Bangerter and his wife, Sister Susann Bangerter, accompanied them. Several young men and women from the area also attended, expressing their anticipation and excitement about making and keeping sacred covenants in the House of the Lord after its construction and dedication. During the tour, Elder Andersen spoke of the importance of the ordinances and covenants made inside temples and how making and keeping these sacred covenants will enable us to grow closer to Heavenly Father and the Savior Jesus Christ.
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Alabang Philippines Temple Accentuates the Filinvest City Skyline
The Alabang Philippines Temple is a stunning addition to the Filinvest City skyline, as seen in a new photograph that captures the building under golden hour light from a perspective similar to the official rendering. Construction of the Philippines' fourth temple began three and a half years ago, shortly after the onset of the coronavirus pandemic. Months of work remain to complete the temple and accommodation center.
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Beautiful Facade of the Alabang Philippines Temple Revealed
Scaffolding has been removed from the facade of the Alabang Philippines Temple, revealing the beautiful lines and ornamentation of the stone exterior. In the panels directly above the entrance doors are the inscribed words Holiness to the Lord – The House of the Lord. Above the second-story windows is an ornamented stone header featuring a weave pattern and three flowers.
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An Inspiring View of the Alabang Philippines Temple
The spire of the Alabang Philippines Temple rises high above the canopy of shade trees growing in a green space of Filinvest City. The graceful taper of the structure helps to lift eyes heavenward, above the commotion of the streets below. "Clearly, when we baptize, our eyes should gaze beyond the baptismal font to the holy temple. The great garner into which the sheaves should be gathered is the holy temple" (Neal A. Maxwell).
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Exterior of Alabang Philippines Temple Nears Completion
Stone cladding of the exterior walls of the Alabang Philippines Temple is nearing completion. Work began about a year ago at the southeast corner and progressed up and around the building over the months that followed. The upper levels of scaffolding have been removed from the steeple. An accommodation center stands behind the temple, which was painted in a complementary but slightly warmer tone.
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Exterior Stone of the Alabang Philippines Temple Revealed
As scaffolding is removed from the exterior walls of the Alabang Philippines Temple, stone cladding is being revealed on the street side of the building where passing motorists can admire the holy beauty of this house of the Lord. The stone is attached in a handsome stack bond pattern, and ornamented window headers feature a flower design over a textured background.
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Exterior of Alabang Philippines Temple Accommodation Center Revealed
The majority of scaffolding has been removed from the three-story accommodation center that sits behind the Alabang Philippines Temple. The off-white exterior will complement the light-colored stone being used to clad the temple exterior. The future landscaped grounds will coordinate beautifully with the palm trees that are planted in the street median east of the buildings.
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Cladding Reaches the Top of the Alabang Philippines Temple Spire
Exterior cladding of the Alabang Philippines Temple has reached the top of the spire. The attachment of stone began last year and has progressed over the months that followed. There is currently one operating temple on the Philippines' largest island of Luzon, located in Metro Manila. The Urdaneta Philippines Temple will be Luzon's second temple, and the Alabang Philippines Temple will be the third. Three additional temples have been announced for Naga, Santiago, and Tuguegarao City.
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Exterior Cladding of the Alabang Philippines Temple Visible
Last night's sunset at the Alabang Philippines Temple site was beautifully captured by phone. The mesmerizing glow of the sun brightened the feathery clouds that hung over the temple where a portion of the exterior cladding has been revealed. The light-colored stone coordinates with the coloring of the accommodation center that sits behind the temple. The buildings have been under construction for nearly 34 months.
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Tower Crane Removed from the Alabang Philippines Temple Site
The tower crane that stood on the Alabang Philippines Temple site has been removed. The mighty machine was used to lift and suspend heavy loads like steel beams and columns during heavy framing. However, construction of the temple and accommodation center is well advanced, and the structure is no longer needed. Stone cladding of the temple exterior continues.
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Missionaires Visit the Alabang Philippines Temple
On their most recent preparation day, a group of missionaries serving in the Philippines Cavite Mission visited the construction site of the Alabang Philippines Temple. The impressive edifice soars above the intersection of Filinvest Avenue and Corporate Avenue in the township of Filinvest City. Scaffolding remains around the temple, as work continues on cladding the exterior.
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Cladding the Facade of the Alabang Philippines Temple
Stone cladding has moved up the facade of the Alabang Philippines Temple and reached the top of the second story. Over twenty rows of scaffolding were erected to reach the top of the spire frame. The high-rise buildings behind the temple are part of a mixed-use development that includes condominium towers, office space, and retail centers. The temple has been under construction for two-and-a-half years.
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Stone Cladding the Alabang Philippines Temple
Behind a maze of scaffolding planks and standards, stone cladding moves up the exterior walls of the Alabang Philippines Temple while abundant construction activity continues on the interior. The temple and adjoining housing facility are rising on a 2.6-acre property in Filinvest City, a central business district that began to be developed in 1995 on former farmland.
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Interior Work on the Alabang Philippines Temple Ramping Up
Job advertisements are being published for finishing carpenters, finishing masons, and gypsum board installers to work on the Alabang Philippines Temple project. While crews continue to install finishes on the building's exterior, additional crews are needed on the interior to install walls, ceilings, casings, and millwork. The temple will join the Manila Philippines Temple to serve the large Church membership in the Manila Metro.
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Preparing for Exterior Wall Finishes on the Alabang Philippines Temple
Scaffolding has returned to the exterior walls of the Alabang Philippines Temple, as crews prepare for exterior wall treatments and finishes. The steel frame for the steeple was installed over the main entrance last month with the help of a crane. Behind the temple, the three-story accommodation center is also progressing. In the window openings, frames and temporary sheeting have been installed.
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Spire Frame Set Atop the Alabang Philippines Temple
The steel frame for the tall tapering spire of the Alabang Philippines Temple was set in place today on top of the tower frame. The steeple rises over the main entrance to the building, directing eyes heavenward. With the structural steel and concrete in place, exterior finishes can be applied including sealers, vapor barriers, insulation, and stone cladding.
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Building the Frame for the Alabang Philippines Temple Tower
Scaffolding can be seen inside and outside the Alabang Philippines Temple as crews continue to build the structural components of the reinforced concrete building. The frame for the steeple is growing stronger, and work on the interior is in the early stages. Construction began just over two years ago. Three other temples are under construction in the Philippines including the Urdaneta Philippines Temple, Davao Philippines Temple, and Bacolod Philippines Temple.
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Frames Installed for the Alabang Philippines Temple Steeple
Corner frames have been erected for the steeple body of the Alabang Philippines Temple. The frames will eventually support a tall tapering spire. With scaffolding removed from the front of the building, the beauty of the concrete and steel shell is on full display. The temple is one of four currently under construction in the Philippines. The others are the Urdaneta Philippines Temple, the Davao Philippines Temple, and the Bacolod Philippines Temple.
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East Walls of the Alabang Philippines Temple Visible
Scaffolding has been removed from large sections of the Alabang Philippines Temple, offering a better look at the concrete body of the structure. On the front end of the temple where the steeple will rise, scaffolding remains. The concrete will be damp proofed before exterior cladding begins. Construction of the temple began two years ago shortly after COVID-19 was declared a pandemic.
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Accommodation Center at the Alabang Philippines Temple
Gazing past the leaves that hang over Civic Drive in the barangay of Alabang, the concrete walls and windows opening are visible for the accommodation center that stands behind the Alabang Philippines Temple. The sizeable facility will provide a place for patrons who have traveled long distances to be received and to stay overnight. Work continues on building the walls for the temple steeple.
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Building the Alabang Philippines Temple Tower
Construction of the tower walls over the south-facing Alabang Philippines Temple is making headway. The temple stands in a beautifully developed area of Muntinlupa City in Metro Manila. It is an exciting time for temple construction in the Philippines where Houses of the Lord are rising in three other cities including Urdaneta, Davao, and Bacolod. Temples have also been announced for Cagayan de Oro and Tacloban City.
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Rebar in Place for the Alabang Philippines Temple Tower
A view of the south side of the Alabang Philippines Temple shows the reinforcing steel bar over the entrance cutout that will strengthen the concrete walls of the base of the steeple. Just behind the temple, structural work is advancing simultaneously on a patron housing facility. The temple stands in a beautiful urban setting on the south end of Metro Manila immediately adjacent to the meandering Alabang River.
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Alabang Philippines Temple Reaches New Heights
The concrete exterior walls of the Alabang Philippines Temple have reached new heights, as seen from the sidewalk along Filinvest City's Corporate Avenue. Steel bar has been set for the top section of wall, but the shuttering has not yet been installed. The east side of the temple features a series of narrow windows that will bring natural light to the rooms and spaces on the first and second floors.
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Church Officials Visit the Alabang Philippines Temple
Elder Steven R. Bangerter and Elder Yoon Hwan Choi of the Philippines Area presidency recently visited the Alabang Philippines Temple construction site with Edgardo Fernando, Director of Temporal Affairs, and their spouses. The construction crew just celebrated one million man-hours without lost-time injury. Currently, the structural walls of the temple and accompanying housing facility are being erected.