A steady flow of people lined up to visit the new Twin Falls Idaho Temple during a public open house that began July 11.
Twin Falls Idaho Stake President Randy V. Hansen said he is in awe of the spirit and anticipation surrounding the open house and upcoming dedication of the temple.
"This is really exciting for our saints here," he said. "It is great."
President Thomas S. Monson is expected to dedicate the church's 128th temple Sunday, Aug. 24, in four sessions. A cultural celebration will precede the dedication on Saturday, Aug. 23.
Sarah Jane Weaver is the assistant editor of the LDS Church News, where since 1995 she has covered, among other things, LDS Welfare Services and Church Education. Her favorite assignments include reporting on LDS Church more ..
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