Temples

What to know about temple adjustments — for living ordinances and more — as closures reach 44
By Sydney Walker
The Church released frequently asked questions further explaining temporary temple adjustments due to continued COVID-19 concerns. A total of 44 temples are now closed.
Church leaders release dedication, open house dates and renderings for the Washington D.C. Temple
By Sarah Jane Weaver
For the first time since its 1974 dedication, the Washington D.C. Temple will be open to the public to tour. Here's what you need to know about the open house and dedication dates.
‘We were one people today — the people of Jesus Christ,’ says Elder Rasband at Durban temple dedication
By Scott Taylor
With a diverse body of Saints from South Africa, Lesotho and Mozambique joining together as "the people of the Church of Jesus Christ," Elder Ronald A. Rasband dedicates the Durban South Africa Temple.
Durban South Africa Temple: Connections with Zulu royal family, members, youth and converts
By Scott Taylor
One day before the dedication of the Durban South Africa Temple, Elder Ronald A. Rasband hosted the Zulu royal family in a temple tour and spoke to the youth in a Saturday night devotional.
New Church History Museum exhibit helps children experience the power of the temple
By Sydney Walker
Designed for children ages 1-11, the new "Temples Dot the Earth" exhibit features 25 interactive activities to help them learn more about the House of the Lord. The exhibit opens on Feb. 13.
Church announces groundbreakings for temples in Virginia, Philippines and Utah
By Aubrey Eyre
Church releases dates for the groundbreaking ceremonies of the Richmond Virginia Temple, Alabang Philippines Temple and Layton Utah Temple and details who will preside at each ceremony.