The exterior lighting system has been installed and is now in operation at the Santa Cruz Bolivia Temple, beautifully illuminating the building and highlighting its architectural details at night. Gates have also been installed at both the pedestrian entrance and driveway entrance, completing additional portions of the temple’s perimeter improvements. Landscaping and other finishing work continue on the grounds.

Scaffolding has been erected around the steeple frame atop the Winchester Virginia Temple in preparation for the installation of sheathing. Crews have also begun installing a stone course along the base of the temple. A new welcome center recently opened on site, where guests can receive information about the temple and have their questions answered. The senior missionary couple is available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. or by appointment.

Construction of the João Pessoa Brazil Temple is advancing rapidly as precast concrete tilt-up panels are lifted into place to form the building’s exterior walls. A large crawler crane hoists each panel into position, where temporary braces secure the panels until permanent structural connections are completed. Structural beams and columns are also being installed, while crews prepare additional panels for placement.

Crews continue installing steel beams and columns for the two-story frame of the Wellington New Zealand Temple, located in the community of Porirua, while completing structural connections. Aerial work platforms and a telescopic crane support the ongoing work at various elevations. A guardrail system has been installed around the upper level as crews prepare for the next phases of construction.