https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/news/ Receive news, events, and construction updates on the temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. en-us © 2026, ChurchofJesusChristTemples.org 60 https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/assets/img/churchofjesuschristtemples.png https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:29:51 -0600 Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:29:51 -0600 Installation of stone cladding on the exterior of the Austin Texas Temple has reached the front of the building including the entrance portico. Waterproofing work is underway on the sheathing surrounding the tower, with scaffolding providing access for crews who continue to work on the structure. West of the temple, wood forms and reinforcing steel bars have been installed in preparation for pouring the concrete parking lot.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/austin-texas-temple/photographs/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:29:51 -0600 Vertical construction of the Jacksonville Florida Temple has begun, with crews erecting the structural steel frame above the completed foundation. A large crane is assisting crews with lifting and positioning the heavy steel members as the temple begins to rise. Site work also continues around the temple, including the installation of permanent fencing, curbs, sidewalks, utilities, and other infrastructure.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/jacksonville-florida-temple/photographs/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:21:50 -0600 Following the devastating earthquake in Colombia, crews from the Cali Colombia Temple assisted at sites where buildings had collapsed in the city. "The Church is working in coordination with government agencies and other organizations to provide all the assistance and support needed for those affected [by the recent earthquake]," said the South America Northwest Area Presidency in a statement. The temple and its ancillary building were thoroughly inspected following the earthquake, and both structures were found to have sustained no damage.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/cali-colombia-temple/photographs/ Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:24:56 -0600 The Twin Falls Idaho Temple is currently closed for extended maintenance to accommodate minor renovations. As part of the project, several stained-glass windows have been removed, and the openings have been boarded over during the refurbishment. The maintenance is expected to be completed over the next two months, with the temple scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, October 6.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/twin-falls-idaho-temple/photographs/ Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:03:57 -0600 On the first day of open house for Phnom Penh Cambodia Temple, journalists were invited to a news conference and walking tour of the interior. Invited guests will be given tours on August 13 and 14, and the public is invited to see the interior from Saturday, August 15, through Saturday, August 22 (excluding Sunday, August 16). The temple's exterior reflects elements found in traditional Cambodian religious structures, while the interior design motifs are inspired by kbach patterns commonly seen in local silverwork, furniture, murals and pottery. The colors reflect traditional Cambodian textiles, local flora and cultural symbolism.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/phnom-penh-cambodia-temple/photographs/ Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:12:08 -0600 President Dallin H. Oaks will dedicate the Belo Horizonte Brazil Temple this Sunday, August 16, 2026. The dedicatory session will begin at 10 a.m. local time and will be rebroadcast at 2 p.m. to congregations in the temple district. This is the second temple President Oaks has dedicated this year. In January, he dedicated the Burley Idaho Temple. The Belo Horizonte temple will become the twelfth dedicated temple in Brazil.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/belo-horizonte-brazil-temple/photographs/ Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:18:46 -0600 A 3-foot-deep foundation slab has been poured for the Heber Valley Utah Temple, providing the substantial mass needed to counteract buoyant forces from the site’s high water table and to help minimize the risk of settling or cracking. Crews recently poured and leveled the west half of the slab where the fresh concrete is still visible. With the foundation nearing completion, the project is poised to transition into the structural phase.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/heber-valley-utah-temple/photographs/ Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:19:18 -0600 Landscaping on the grounds of the Querétaro Mexico Temple is taking shape as crews prepare planting areas and establish rows of palm trees. The newly planted trees are supported by temporary bracing, while irrigation lines are installed to support the developing landscape. Curbs, walkways, and other hardscape features are also being installed, including the monument sign that stands in front of the main entrance.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/queretaro-mexico-temple/photographs/ Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:02:21 -0600 Elder James W. McConkie III of the Europe Central Area Presidency will preside at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Barcelona Spain Temple on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The country's second temple will rise on a 5.4-acre site at the intersection of Avinguda de la Vía Augusta and Avinguda de la Clota in the suburb of Sant Cugat del Vallès. Plans call for a two-story temple and an ancillary building with patron housing, an arrival center, and a distribution center.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/barcelona-spain-temple/photographs/ Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:11:03 -0600 The public open house for the Fort Worth Texas Temple has been announced for Thursday, November 5, through Saturday, November 21, 2026 (excluding Sundays). The event will begin with a media day held on Monday, November 2, followed by two days of tours for invited guests. The dedication will take place on Sunday, January 10, 2027, and will be broadcast to all congregations in the Fort Worth Texas Temple district.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/fort-worth-texas-temple/photographs/ Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:04:19 -0600 On the grounds of the Londrina Brazil Temple, the monument sign has been installed at the entrance, surrounded by colorful flowers. Landscaping is well advanced, with lawns, flowerbeds, and newly planted trees giving the grounds a manicured appearance. Stone cladding continues on the temple’s steeple, while the installed art glass brings color and character to the building when illuminated by the architectural lighting system.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/londrina-brazil-temple/photographs/ Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:12:19 -0600 On the east side of the Lethbridge Alberta Temple, rows of parking spaces have been paved with asphalt within the recently installed concrete curbing. Site work continues across the grounds, with forms being set for additional hardscape elements. The west side of the temple is now covered with stone cladding, and installation has begun on the north side. Meanwhile, crews continue applying exterior materials to the temple’s spire, which is being assembled on a staging pad south of the building.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/lethbridge-alberta-temple/photographs/ Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:35:55 -0600 Construction of the arrival center at the Santiago West Chile Temple is nearing completion. The beautiful facility will provide temple patrons with restrooms, waiting areas, a dining hall, and a FamilySearch Center, creating convenient support spaces adjacent to the temple. The parking lot along Avenida Lúmen and the perimeter fencing are also nearing completion. Landscaping has begun across the grounds, while crews are applying the final exterior cladding to the temple.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/santiago-west-chile-temple/photographs/ Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:15:52 -0600 The Ribeirão Preto Brazil Temple is taking on a more finished appearance as work focuses on completing the central tower and landscaping the surrounding grounds. The temple’s clean exterior lines have been established, while palm trees and fresh landscaping beautifully frame the building. At the vehicle entrance, crews are laying interlocking concrete pavers to create a durable surface for entering vehicles. The temple is steadily moving toward the late stages of construction.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/ribeirao-preto-brazil-temple/photographs/ Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:02:41 -0600 "Everything that is taught in the temple relates to Jesus Christ," said Elder Steven D. Shumway of the Philippines Area Presidency, who presided at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Naga Philippines Temple on Saturday, August 8, 2026. "There is no place better to learn about Jesus Christ than in the temple." Government, community, and interfaith leaders also attended the ceremony, including Maria Leonor "Leni" Robredo, mayor of Naga City. The temple will be built on a 9.11-acre site at the intersection of Almeda Highway and Almeda Avenue in the Concepcion Grande barangay of Naga.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/naga-philippines-temple/photographs/ Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:59:14 -0600 The presiding authority at the Cody Wyoming Temple dedication has been announced. Elder Clark G. Gilbert of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles will dedicate the temple on Sunday, October 25, 2026. The dedication will be held at 10:00 a.m. with a rebroadcast at 2:00 p.m. for all congregations in the temple district. The public is invited to tour the temple during an open house from Thursday, August 27, through Saturday, September 12, 2026 (excluding Sundays). Weekday hours are 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Saturday hours are 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Tours are free, and no reservations are needed.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/cody-wyoming-temple/photographs/ Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:22:23 -0600 Construction of the Port Vila Vanuatu Temple is in its final stages as crews focus on completing the surrounding grounds. The monument sign base, perimeter fence columns, entrance planters, and stairway have all been installed. Temporary fencing and construction materials remain on site as landscaping progresses. With the exterior finishes complete for the temple, meetinghouse, and ancillary building, the project is steadily moving toward completion.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/port-vila-vanuatu-temple/photographs/ Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:11:08 -0600 Preparatory work is underway at the Coeur d'Alene Idaho Temple site as the project moves toward groundbreaking later this month on Saturday, August 29. Heavy equipment is grading and leveling the 10.91-acre property, establishing the building pad and preparing the site for the next phase of construction. Survey crews are laying out the site, while earthmoving operations continue across the future temple grounds.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/coeur-d'alene-idaho-temple/photographs/ Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:59:10 -0600 Construction of the Tampa Florida Temple is advancing rapidly as the structural steel framework continues to rise above the completed foundation. Much of the building's primary steel skeleton is now in place, clearly defining the temple's footprint and interior spaces, while the central tower begins to take shape. Steel decking is also being installed across the mechanical level in preparation for a concrete floor slab.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/tampa-florida-temple/photographs/ Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:37:23 -0600 Construction at the Fairview Texas Temple has entered the foundation phase as crews form the concrete footings for the basement and baptismal font. Wood formwork now outlines much of the lower-level foundation, including the octagonal footing layout for the baptismal font. Underground plumbing lines have also been installed throughout the excavation ahead of the foundation concrete pours.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/fairview-texas-temple/photographs/ Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:36:45 -0600 Roofing work is progressing steadily at the Birmingham England Temple, with standing-seam metal panels now covering the north and south wings while steel framing remains exposed over the east and west wings. The temple’s central tower has reached its full structural height, further defining the building’s architectural profile. As the structure is enclosed, crews will prepare for the next phase of interior construction.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/birmingham-england-temple/photographs/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:29:04 -0600 Across the grounds of the Cagayan de Oro Philippines Temple, crews are making steady progress on the concrete driveways, walkways, and parking areas surrounding the temple. Landscaping is also taking shape with newly planted palm trees, lawns, shrubs, and planting beds, while workers continue installing irrigation systems and finishing other site improvements. Meanwhile, the exteriors of both the temple and ancillary building are substantially complete.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/cagayan-de-oro-philippines-temple/photographs/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:39:11 -0600 A public open house for the new Anchorage Alaska Temple has been announced for Thursday, May 13, through Saturday, May 29, 2027 (excluding Sundays). The event will begin with a media day held on Monday, May 10, followed by two days of tours for invited guests. The dedication will be held on Sunday, June 13, 2027, and be broadcast to all units in the temple district. The original temple, still operating on the same property as the new temple, will permanently close on Monday, March 22, 2027. It will be replaced with a new meetinghouse.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/anchorage-alaska-temple/photographs/ Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:07:40 -0600 Construction of the Santa Cruz Bolivia Temple has entered the late stages with exterior work nearly completed. The temple features a light-colored stone façade, beautiful art-glass windows, and a distinctive tower with red tile roofing and a finial. Landscaping continues across the grounds, while crews complete the site's perimeter improvements, including sidewalks, curbing, and plantings. Temporary construction screening remains in place.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/santa-cruz-bolivia-temple/photographs/ Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:39:09 -0600 Construction activity is advancing across the Lehi Utah Temple site, where significant progress has been made on the extensive retaining wall system. At the rear of the property, crews have completed long sections of tiered retaining walls that terrace the hillside and establish the upper grade behind the temple. Additional retaining walls are also taking shape along the boundary between the meetinghouse site and the temple grounds.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/lehi-utah-temple/photographs/ Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:56:19 -0600 In his first assignment since beginning his service in the Brazil Area Presidency, Elder Ronald M. Barcellos of the Seventy presided at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Santos Brazil Temple on Saturday, August 1, 2026. "The construction of this temple will bring glorious blessings into the lives of thousands of people throughout this region," he said. The ceremony was held in the Jabaquara Ward meetinghouse, located on the very site where the 23,000-square-foot temple will soon rise.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/santos-brazil-temple/photographs/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 20:31:22 -0600 Since the June 6 groundbreaking ceremony for the Springfield Missouri Temple, construction has advanced steadily. Concrete footings and foundation walls now define much of the temple's footprint, while crews continue forming and pouring the remaining sections of the foundation. Underground utility installations and gravel base preparation are also progressing across the site, laying the groundwork for vertical construction in the coming months.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/springfield-missouri-temple/photographs/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:57:03 -0600 Construction of the Lone Mountain Nevada Temple continues to make impressive progress as the building's structural frame nears completion. The steel framework for the central tower has recently been erected, while installation of the architectural precast concrete panels is advancing around the lower levels of the exterior. With these additions, the temple's distinctive architectural design is becoming increasingly apparent.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/lone-mountain-nevada-temple/photographs/ Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:51:57 -0600 Construction of the Missoula Montana Temple is advancing swiftly following last month's groundbreaking ceremony. Crews have established much of the reinforced concrete footings and foundation system, creating the base for the temple's structural frame. The first sections of structural steel have now been erected, marking the beginning of vertical construction. In the coming weeks, additional steel members will be installed as the superstructure continues to rise.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/missoula-montana-temple/photographs/ Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:14:58 -0600 Moisture-resistant wall sheathing now fully encloses the main body of the Winchester Virginia Temple, while windows have been installed throughout the building. The steel framework for the temple's central tower rises prominently above the roofline, which will support a spire and finial. On the grounds, concrete curbs have been poured along the future driveways and parking areas, reflecting steady progress on the site's infrastructure.

]]> https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/winchester-virginia-temple/photographs/ Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:39:46 -0600