For those sticking with me, in this first part, I will share the same sections from the beginning of this quarter (July 1) to its' end (today) in each of these three parts. This first part will share the sections of my report comprising the preliminary notes and scheduled temple dedications. The second part will share those temples under construction or which have full-scale construction pending. The third will focus on temples with a groundbreaking scheduled or anticipated, with the fourth sharing information about temples undergoing or scheduled to undergo renovation. And the series will wrap with a fifth post sharing a comparative look at the "Announced temples" section of my report.
That said, the first part of that series follows below. In order to not disturb the flow of that information, I will end here and now as I always do: That does it for now. Any and all comments are, as always, welcome and appreciated, on any post at any time, as long as such comments are made in accordance with the established guidelines. Thank you for the privilege of your time. If you enjoyed what you read here and would like to stay informed of newly added content, please feel free to subscribe. Until my next post, I wish each one of you all the best and pray that the Lord will bless you all in everything you do.
July 1, 2019.
Note about future temple construction: President Nelson has announced 27 new temples during his prophetic administration thus far. Recent statements from apostles (including and especially President Nelson himself) have implied that the goal is a ten-fold increase in the total number of temples. With no signs of slowing down, the Church is well on track to have a minimum of 200 operating temples by or before the Church’s bicentennial anniversary (which will be observed on Saturday April 6, 2030). Between today and that day, there are 10.76 years remaining within which to dedicate the remaining 36 temples, which could be done if an average of 3.35 temples were dedicated each year. And within the next year alone, 5 or 6 new temples are anticipated to be dedicated.
Current temple status: The Church has 209 temples in various phases, among which 164 are currently operating; while 4 more have had a dedication scheduled. There are additionally another 7 which are in various phases of construction, as well as 4 for which construction is pending following their groundbreaking ceremonies. 1 more temple has had a groundbreaking scheduled, and there is enough information on 9 additional temples to consider them as being in a “Groundbreaking anticipated” status.
8 previously-dedicated temples are currently closed for renovation, including 4 for which a rededication has been scheduled. The Church has also announced the renovation closures for 3 other temples (including the Salt Lake Temple).
The final 20 temples are announced, most, if not all, of which could see construction begin within the next few years, but certainly sooner if all goes well.
Dedication scheduled:
165. Port-au-Prince Haiti Temple: Receiving furniture shipments; decorative bars installed over windows; landscaping continues; meetinghouse extension nearing completion; dedication scheduled to occur on Sunday September 1, 2019.
166. Lisbon Portugal Temple: Construction phase wrapping up; temple being furnished; dedication scheduled to occur on Sunday September 15, 2019.
167. Arequipa Peru Temple: Landscaping nearing completion; art glass windows installed; interior finish work progressing; dedication scheduled to occur on Sunday December 15, 2019.
168. Durban South Africa Temple: Tower cladding completed; monument sign slab poured; stonework, millwork, tiling, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, and data systems installation continues; more landscaping added; dedication scheduled to occur on Sunday February 16, 2020.September 30, 2019.
Note about future temple construction: President Nelson has announced 27 new temples during his prophetic administration thus far. Recent statements from apostles (including and especially President Nelson himself) have implied that the ultimate goal is a ten-fold increase in the total number of temples. With no signs of slowing down, the Church is well on track to have a minimum of 200 operating temples by or before the Church’s bicentennial anniversary (which will be observed on Saturday April 6, 2030). Between today and that day, there are 10.52 years within which to dedicate the remaining 34 temples, which could be done if an average of 3.23 temples were dedicated each year. And within the next year alone, 4 new temples are anticipated to be dedicated.
Current temple status: The Church has 209 temples in various phases, among which 166 are currently operating, 2 more have a dedication scheduled, another 10 which are in various phases of construction, and an additional 2 for which construction is pending following their groundbreaking ceremonies. 2 other temples have had their groundbreakings scheduled, and there is enough information on 12 additional temples to consider them as being in a “Groundbreaking anticipated” status.
9 previously-dedicated temples are currently closed for renovation, including 2 which are being prepared for their rededications, and 2 others for which a rededication has been scheduled. The Church has also announced the renovation closures for 2 other temples.
The remaining 15 temples are announced, most, if not all, of which could see construction begin within the next few years, but certainly sooner if all goes well.
Dedication scheduled:
167. Arequipa Peru Temple: Completing the interior of the temple; dedication scheduled to occur on Sunday December 15, 2019.
168. Durban South Africa Temple: Monument sign installed; trees and shrubs being planted; work continues on plaza and wainscot stone; more art glass installed and draperies hung; dedication scheduled to occur on Sunday February 16, 2020.
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