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MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA TEMPLE
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HOLINESS TO THE LORD
THE HOUSE OF THE LORD
"In order that this work may be done, we must have Temples in which to do it; and what I wish to say to you, my brethren and sisters, is that the God of heaven requires us to rise up and build them, that the work of redemption may be hastened. Our reward will meet us when we go behind the veil."
—Wilford Woodruff
LATEST NEWS & EVENTS
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Fence Installation Progress at the Cali Colombia Temple Site
At the Cali Colombia Temple, significant progress is being made on the installation of exterior stone cladding, adding distinctive window surrounds, cornices, pilasters, and other architectural details. Around the property, installation of the permanent fence is also progressing, establishing a defined perimeter around the temple grounds. Meanwhile, palm trees are being planted as soft landscaping gets underway.
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Pago Pago American Samoa Temple Opens for Public Tours
Elder K. Brett Nattress, General Authority Seventy and Assistant Executive Director of the Church’s Temple Department, welcomed journalists to the Pago Pago American Samoa Temple for a special preview on Monday, November 2, 2026. The public is invited to tour the temple from Wednesday, November 4, through Saturday, November 21, 2026. The temple’s design reflects American Samoa's culture and natural environment. Interior patterns draw inspiration from the red ginger plant, traditional Samoan weaving and carving, and decorative designs familiar in island architecture. Greens and gold tones reflect the island’s vegetation and the colors of the sunrise and sunset.
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Elder Kearon Dedicates the Wichita Kansas Temple
Elder Patrick Kearon of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles dedicated the Wichita Kansas Temple on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Before the dedication, Elder Kearon expressed his hope that individuals would find peace in their challenges by attending the temple. "I know this moment represents countless prayers and the devoted, faithful efforts of so many," he said. The temple is the first house of the Lord to be dedicated in Kansas.
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Open House Begins for the Fort Worth Texas Temple
The open house for the Fort Worth Texas Temple began today with a media day for journalists and invited guests. The public is invited to attend the open house from Thursday, November 5, through Saturday, November 21, 2026 (excluding Sundays). The temple is located at 1851 Greenridge Drive in Burleson. The temple’s interior design celebrates Spanish Colonial architecture and craftsmanship unique to the Fort Worth region. Patterns inspired by Spanish lace and an interlocking of quatrefoils appear throughout the temple. Decorative arches, custom metalwork and art glass details reflect the local heritage and agriculture.
TEMPLE STATISTICS
385
Total
229
Dedicated
62
Under Construction
94
Announced
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