by Larry Richman | Apr 19, 2019
Today, the Church announced that the historic Salt Lake Temple will close December 29, 2019 for about four years for extensive renovation. In addition, significant modifications will be made to Temple Square and the adjoining plaza near the Church Office Building. The...
by Larry Richman | Apr 18, 2019
In the video “Why I Come to the Temple,” Stephen Jones explains why temples really matter to the members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Watch more of Stephen Jones’ videos explaining why his beliefs are important to him. Member...
by Larry Richman | Apr 7, 2019
The Church has published resources that explain more about Latter-day Saint temples at temples.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. In addition to the videos embedded below, the site contains the following pages: Sacred Temple Clothing explains temple garments. Prepare for the...
by Larry Richman | Mar 7, 2019
In an unprecedented video, Elder Bednar and Elder Rasband give a walk-through tour of various rooms in the Rome Italy Temple, explaining what happens in each room. In the video below, President Russell M. Nelson provides an introduction to temples, and two apostles,...
by Larry Richman | Mar 5, 2019
The Church recently changed policies regarding temple workers. The following information was conveyed to stake and ward leaders in the notice “Temple Policy Adjustments,” dated March 1, 2019: The First Presidency has approved adjustments to the following...
by Church Newsroom | Mar 4, 2019
A new Church policy now allows patrons to use cell phones and other electronic devices in the temple office for printing Family Ordinance Requests and family name cards. Otherwise, cell phones and other electronic devices should be turned off and placed in a locker...
by Larry Richman | Feb 12, 2019
You may have wondered about the Latter-day Saint practice called baptism for the dead. What is it? Why does it matter? Let’s talk about it in the video “Baptism for the Dead.” 2000 years ago, Jesus went to the Jordan River and was baptized by immersion,...
by Larry Richman | Jan 8, 2019
The new video, “What Is a Temple Wedding Like?” explains how members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints get married, or “sealed,” in the temple for time and all eternity, not just “til death do us part.” You can...
by Larry Richman | Jan 4, 2019
In a new video, “Can I Go Inside a Latter-day Saint Temple?” the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provides an overview of temples. Members of the Church believe temples are the most holy places on earth. When a temple is first built, there is an...
by Larry Richman | Dec 31, 2018
The new video, “What Are Baptisms for the Dead?” explains why members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints perform baptisms for the dead on behalf of their ancestors to give them the opportunity to accept Jesus and be baptized. You can learn...
by Larry Richman | Dec 28, 2018
The new video “What Are Temple Garments?” explains the temple garment—the underwear worn by some members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Much like the nun’s habit, or the Jewish prayer shawl, this clothing is meant to help...
by Larry Richman | Dec 26, 2018
In a new video, “What Is a Temple Endowment?” the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provides an overview of the temple endowment, why it is important to members of the Church, and how it points to Jesus Christ. It also highlights some of the...
by Larry Richman | Sep 29, 2018
LDS video producer Daniel Smith has just completed a new music video, a tour of the exterior and interior of the new Concepción Chile LDS Temple. The Concepcion Chile Temple is the second temple to be built in Chile. This impressive neoclassic building is currently...
by Larry Richman | Aug 17, 2018
Below is an interactive map of all the temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints worldwide. Click on the map to zoom in and out. Click the icon in the top left to see a list of the temples. Click on the name of a temple to zoom in to that temple on...
by Larry Richman | Jul 30, 2018
Solomon’s temple stood in Jerusalem for almost 400 years. It was the crown jewel of Jerusalem and the center of worship to the Lord. Understanding the significance of its location, history, and design can greatly add to one’s reverence for one of the most...