Eduardo Maradiaga didn’t know it then, but the photo he took of the Saratoga Springs Utah Temple was about to go on a journey that would give him and his family hope as they started new lives in the US.
11 Min Read
This month has been one of the busiest in recent history for temple announcements and milestones.
3 Min Read
Over the last month, the Church released artist renderings for the Oslo Norway Temple and Montpelier Idaho Temple, began its public open houses for the Helena Montana Temple and Columbus Ohio Temple, and dedicated the Port Moresby Papua New Guinea Temple and the Richmond Virginia Temple.
1 Min Read
Read Robert Millet inspiring response to a widow who had been told doing her late husband’s temple work would be a waste of time.
6 Min Read
Meet Anurat Kaeocha, one of the newest members of the Church in Thailand and project manager for the Bangkok Thailand Temple.
7 Min Read
Read about more little-known stories and miracles behind the creation of the Church’s first temple endowment film.
6 Min Read
See a list of all the temples President Nelson has announced since 2018 and find out how far along they are in the construction process.
11 Min Read
After a recent rainstorm in Utah Valley, LDS Living reader Jennifer M. captured a photo that marks the temple as the rainbow’s own “pot of gold.”
1 Min Read
Did you know four separate Latter-day Saint temples were all dedicated on May 21 throughout the years? Find out which ones, and see what other temples are celebrating anniversaries this month.
1 Min Read
The Helena Montana Temple structure was assembled on site in just two weeks.
2 Min Read
The Church has released the dates for the dedication and open house of the McAllen Texas Temple.
1 Min Read
Marcia heard her grandmother constantly pray for her children, grandchildren, neighbors, and friends—and that example changed her life.
9 Min Read
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has released the rededication and open house dates for the St. George Utah Temple.
1 Min Read
The First Presidency has announced the locations of the Kumasi Ghana Temple and the Oslo Norway Temple. They also announced that the Toronto Ontario Temple will close for an extensive renovation project.
1 Min Read
Temples are some of the most beautiful places on earth, but the work that takes place inside of them is what makes them sacred.
1 Min Read
The first open house for the DC Temple in 1974 was an enormous challenge filled with unexpected problems, but also unexpected blessings.
9 Min Read
“I like to look for ways to make my personal temple experience as seamless as possible, and that includes having everything I might need packed safely in my temple bag.”
3 Min Read
From tips on strollers and snacks to a list of scavenger hunt items your kids can be on the lookout for, here are some tips for visiting Utah's traveling tabernacle exhibit with your kids.
5 Min Read
For the first time in nearly a quarter-century, the recently renovated Columbus Ohio Temple opened its doors literally and virtually.
1 Min Read
The San Diego California Temple will close for extensive renovation beginning this summer, and the Okinawa Japan Temple open house and dedication will take place this fall.
1 Min Read
“Unlike other ceremonial clothing used during the endowment, the garment is worn underneath members’ normal clothing for the rest of their lives, serving as a daily physical reminder of their covenant relationship with God.”
7 Min Read
Test your temple knowledge and see if you can spot the differences in these similar-looking temples around the world!
1 Min Read
The Saratoga Springs Utah Temple is the 179th operating temple and is now open to the public for 13 weeks.
1 Min Read
With the most recent temple announcement, the island nation of the Philippines and the US state of California will both soon have 12 temples.
3 Min Read
In his five years as Church president, President Russell M. Nelson has announced 133 new temple locations across 47 different nations.
7 Min Read
President Nelson has now announced 133 new temples since he became President of the Church in 2018.
1 Min Read
Here’s the status of each temple announced during last October’s general conference.
1 Min Read
How many of these moments and announcements from the Church do you remember?
1 Min Read
Big news for the Cody Wyoming Temple, Bangkok Thailand Temple, Belo Horizonte Brazil Temple, Port Moresby Papua New Guinea Temple, and Port Vila Vanuatu Temple!
1 Min Read
The Kirtland Temple endowment was central to the Lord’s purpose for bringing His Saints to Kirtland. Understanding varies, however, regarding what the Lord meant when He promised such a blessing.
7 Min Read
Brush up on your temple trivia with this quiz all about temples around the world!
1 Min Read
“When working with historic structures such as this pioneer-era temple, unexpected challenges are inevitable.”
1 Min Read
Big news for the Feather River California Temple, the Huehuetenango Guatemala Temple, and the Tampa Florida Temple.
1 Min Read
The first temple in the US state of Virginia is complete, and the official public open house begins this Saturday, March 25.
1 Min Read
The Montpelier Idaho Temple groundbreaking ceremony will take place in June, and two other temples in Brazil also recently had locations announced. Find out where:
1 Min Read
Here’s a complete and up-to-date list of all the temples that are under construction, under renovation, awaiting dedication, or announced.
3 Min Read
The Church announced the open house and dedication dates for the Moses Lake Washington Temple and the location of the Cody Wyoming Temple.
1 Min Read
Enjoy this collection of beautiful photos of temples blanketed in snow.
1 Min Read
These books by Latter-day Saint authors can help you better understand temple ordinances and receive revelation.
1 Min Read
“My journey of trying to be the best disciple I can be has given me the confidence and the freedom to live at my best unapologetically.”
4 Min Read
The Church has announced the open house and dedication dates for the Bentonville Arkansas and Brasília Brazil temples later this year.
1 Min Read
Reservations are now available to schedule a tour of the Richmond Virginia Temple during the public open house this spring.
1 Min Read
Sharing appropriate details can help prepare those entering the temple for the first time, so they are not surprised by what takes place.
1 Min Read
The Helena Montana Temple was first announced in April 2021 general conference and is one of the fastest temple construction projects the Church has completed.
1 Min Read
“Writing for LDS Living has given me a unique perspective, and at this point, not a lot catches me by surprise. But what recent Church announcements have caught me off guard, and why?”
8 Min Read
In the month of January, Church temple events included a groundbreaking announcement, a reconstruction announcement, and a dedication.
3 Min Read
The square footage of the temple will increase from 11,930 to approximately 30,000.
1 Min Read
We saw plenty of changes in 2022! A new “For the Strength of Youth” pamphlet, new Primary and Relief Society General Presidencies, and an entire African nation dedicated for missionary work to name a few!
1 Min Read
Here are some interesting facts about temples without angel Moroni statues and a look at the current renderings for new temples.
3 Min Read
Updates include locations for three new temples in North and South America, and renderings for four new temples in Asia and the United States.
2 Min Read
2022 had the most temple announcements ever made in a single year—two in Africa, one in the Pacific, four in Asia, six in Mexico, thirteen in the United States, seven in South America, and two in Europe.
1 Min Read