Hello. This is just a brief temple construction progress update. I have before mentioned on this blog and at other times that I was glad to hear of the three additional temple dedications that were recently announced, but that I had also hoped the Jordan River Utah Temple renovation would be completed by the end of this year. A kind comment pointed out that rededications can be scheduled to be held between already-scheduled dedications, and that there was still a chance that we could see such an event for Jordan River before the end of the year. That being said, I had thus been convinced it could still happen until I read the latest on the LDS Church Temples website. The information there indicates that the Jordan River renovation will likely not be finished until the early or middle part of next year, around the same time as the renovations are expected to be completed on the Frankfurt Germany temple. So. the question that has been a topic of discussion for quite a while now has been settled. Aside from any other groundbreakings that may be announced, there will be no other temple-related events this year. There is a possibility that we might see the announcement of several temples this year, but that will be a topic for another post. For now, we do have the confirmation that we've been waiting for. That does it for this post. Comments continue to be welcome and appreciated.
Saturday, January 28, 2017
The Jordan River Utah Temple Will Not Be Rededicated This Year
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At least the Jordan River Temple is in an area where several temples are nearby. The people have little excuse to not go to the temple during the renovation. It is more difficult for the members in Frankfurt where the nearest temple is further away.
ReplyDeleteExcellent observation, Chris! Thanks for that thought. I found it interesting that up until last year, for at least several months, both of Germany's temples were simultaneously undergoing renovation. That doesn't happen all that often. The Saints in the Jordan River district are truly without excuse in regards to not having a temple nearby. I feel bad personally. My wife and I are well within driving distance of the two Provo temples and the Mount Timpanogos Temple, where we met and were married. But our temple attendance has been nonexistent for the last little while because we have been struggling with severe health issues. In consideration of our health, we wound up having to let our temple recommends lapse for a couple of weeks simply because we couldn't get out to get them renewed on time. I like to think that the Lord understands what we are dealing with and is willing to overlook our current inability to attend the temple, but at times, we do find ourselves feeling very guilty about it. Sorry. Didn't mean to bother you with our personal problems. I was just trying to say that, in general, no excuse is good enough to keep temple-worthy people from the temple, especially with so many being so close. Thanks, Chris!
ReplyDeleteI have been unable to attend for personal reasons. But I put in a little time each month to index as a way to do my part in this great work.
ReplyDeleteI will hope things calm down for you personally, Chris! Indexing would be a great option while health prevents us from going to the temple. That said, it seems that we have so much going on that we have to only focus on what is most important. And each day seems to bring with it different things that are most important for that day. I know the importance of moderation in all things. And I do hope to get into indexing ASAP. Right now, given everything that's happening, it's not an option. But I do look very much forward to starting to work with that very soon. Thanks for that reminder, Chris! I appreciate very much that you've caught the indexing bug. Keep up the great work! You inspire me!
DeleteWe have the Idaho Falls temple under renovation. But Rexburg is just a half hour away. I hope to start going again soon.
ReplyDeleteSo I take it that you are living in Idaho Falls then, Chris? It is great to here that there is another temple close enough to you. I will pray that things clear up for you so you can get back to the temple again soon. And the Idaho Falls temple will be reopening this year, as I'm sure you know. I bet you will be very glad to have that one up and running again. I have never lived within a temple district where the temple is undergoing renovation, but that could happen anytime soon. Thanks, as always, Chris, for your thoughtful comments. I appreciate you!
DeleteA tidbit of info on the Jordan River Temple renovation: I am in its district. The nearest Temple is the Oquirrh Mountain Temple and it is quite small and had been quite busy during the hours when majority of members can attend (outside of typical work hours). Wait times for any ordinance work had been long at times (I have heard add long as 2 hours) The Draper Temple is not too far away but also is limited in size and capacity. Currently the Salt Lake Temple is closed for its annual cleaning. Therefore, the Bountiful Temple had been the overflow temple flute the majority of the Salt Lake County area, especially with the Salt Lake Temple bring closed.
ReplyDeleteMy parents are temple ordinance workers at Bountiful Temple. They say it had been extremely busy. In fact last Friday there were 2 overflow sessions (extra sessions) after every session Friday afternoon and evening were full plus extra chairs brought in. This was true for ALL ordinances that evening.
What a great thing! What would it be like if all temples were filled to capacity during each session? Then the need of more temples would be overwhelmingly great.
Thanks for that insight. I appreciate that. Nice to hear of your connections, however indirect, to these other temples. And it's wonderful to hear of how busy those other temples you mentioned have been in the wake of the ongoing renovation in Jordan River. As I have before observed, the scene you describe as happening in the Bountiful temple is not at all uncommon in comparison to what goes on at the Mount Timpanogos Temple. My wife and I worked the Friday evening shift for several years (a couple for her, and six total for me). In that time, I saw almost every session during every shift filled to capacity. I have also spoken of the one time where there were so many waiting in the chapel that the question arose whether they should all go through in one session or be split into two. Going too far beyond the designated room capacity is a potential fire hazard. But the city fire marshall, a Church member who happened to be in attendance that night, helped my supervisors determine that it would be wiser, more beneficial, and allowable, just this once, to put all the patrons in the one session. It was the busiest session that temple had had before or since, with a grand total of 115 or 120, about 20-30 beyond the designated room capacity. So it's not uncommon. This makes it likely that either we will see one or two other temples in this part of Utah county before too long, or that the Mount Timpanogos Temple could be closed at some point for an overhaul or major expansion. Thanks for sharing your insights! They are appreciated!
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