LDS temples

City officials address concerns about LDS temple planned for Hartford, Conn.

The Hartford Courant reports that some residents of Farmington, Conn., had concerns about the new LDS temple under construction increasing the city's traffic, but city officials say traffic will not be highly affected.

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The managing editor of the New Era wants your ideas to help facilitate more online conversations with youth, leaders and parents. And did you know the Mormon Messages videos are now organized by topic? Plus take a virtual blog temple tour.

Site location announced for Star Valley Wyoming LDS Temple

Afton, Wyo., home to Olympic gold medal-winning wrestler Rulon Gardner and the world's largest elk horn arch, will soon be home to Wyoming's first temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Star Valley Wyoming Temple.

Do Mormons really want recognition as a 'mainstream' religion?

Harvard professor Noah Feldman has this warning for Mormons who view Mitt Romney's successful campaign for the Republican presidential nomination as a significant step toward mainstream acceptance of their church: "Be careful what you wish for."

Fierce and faithful: the righteous life of Cathy Stokes

Stokes' willingness to speak her mind has shaped her career, her relationships and her faith. In Chicago or Salt Lake City, as a public health professional or a volunteer, within her LDS congregation or right here, in this sunlit office, Cathy Stokes knows exactly who she is.

Provo neighbors have mixed views on proposed MTC building

The Pine View neighborhood sits in the heart of many things that make Provo what it is and Evans calls it a "gem" of the city. The LDS temple is to the east. BYU's Lavell Edwards Stadium and Marriott Center sit to the south and west, respectively. The "Y" mountain looms near.

Odds and Ends: Angel Moroni secured atop Gilbert Arizona Temple

This week's LDS "Odds and Ends" includes a story about the Gilbert Arizona Temple, a gang of Mormon temple bikers, the connection between an LDS family from Utah and Russia, and one missionary's experience in Argentina.

New LDS temple in Brazil set for open house, dedication

The open house for the new Manaus Brazil LDS Temple begins this week with two weeks of public tours starting Saturday. The formal dedication is on Sunday, June 10.

President Monson dared to stand alone and virtually explore Old Jerusalem

President Thomas S. Monson dared to stand alone in this new Mormon Messages for Youth video. And exploring Old Jerusalem virtually; it's almost like being there in person. Plus, Mother's Day wishes from missionaries in the Papa New Guinea Mission.

Rising from ashes: Ground is broken for LDS Church's 2nd temple in Provo

More than 5,600 people gathered on the grounds of the of the historic Provo Tabernacle site for dedication ceremonies for the construction of Provo's second LDS temple.

Construction projects changing landscape of downtown Provo

The opening of the new Utah Valley Convention Center and the groundbreaking of a new LDS temple are two weekend events Provo officials hope bring new atmosphere in the downtown area at a time of change.

Columnist misrepresents LDS Church doctrine and policy

New York Post columnist Maureen Callahan recently tried to explain the ecclesiastical implications of "A Mormon in the White House," but missed the mark with glaring misrepresentations of LDS doctrine, policy, practice and procedure.

Look to trees for life lessons, Elder Marlin K. Jensen says

A careful observer of nature can learn significant life lessons by looking to the ecosystem and growing habits of trees located in the Sacred Grove in upstate New York, said Elder Marlin K. Jensen of the Seventy who is church historian for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Sins of the father: Steven Powell's behavior leaves a legacy of harm

A review of thousands of pages of public records, including divorce documents, social services reports and personal emails, and dozens of interviews with family members and friends reveals the startling impact Steven Powell has had on his ex-wife and five children.

Centenarian to spend his 100th birthday at Idaho Falls Temple

Art Jensen of Rigby, Idaho, turns 100 on May 10. He will spend the morning at the Idaho Falls Temple - just as he has at least four or five mornings per week for the past 31 years. Even at his age, he continues to build a legacy of faith and service.

Rededication date set for LDS Church's Buenos Aires Temple

Following extensive remodeling and expansion, the Buenos Aires Argentina Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be open for public tours prior to its rededication during three special sessions on Sunday, Sept. 9.

LDS temple open house represents 'a time of healing'

Drawing from the reaction of Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon to his tour of the new Kansas City Missouri Temple, the LDS Church's Michael Otterson expresses his hope for healing in his regular contribution to the Washington Post's "On Faith" blog site.

Wedding reception shocks family, possibly Rick Santorum, too

People think weddings happen to other people's kids. They can happen to just about anyone and it's wise to watch for clues of any oncoming color-coordinated storms.

LDS temple gives priest blogger 'a glimpse of heaven'

An Episcopal priest told readers of her Huffington Post blog that she began to better understand why Latter-day Saints build temples during her recent tour of the church's Kansas City Missouri Temple.

Brigham City LDS temple dedication date announced

The Brigham City Utah Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be dedicated Sunday, Sept. 23, according to an announcement late Thursday by the church's First Presidency.

Jewish-Americans strongly prefer Mormons over evangelicals

New survey results show that American Jews not only dislike the evangelical Christian right, but also feel significantly more favorably toward Mormons than evangelicals.

Don't mock what you don't know

I got an email today from a friend and fellow Mormon. He's been grappling with some of the quaint and quirky things about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Even more brand new blogs

It takes guts to blog your testimony, opening it up for scrutiny to the world. These brand new bloggers invite you to see how they do it. Plus, how the Calgary Alberta Temple stained glass will be lit. And 40 years of conference access is coming.

CNN takes audience on tour of new LDS temple in Kansas City

CNN takes viewers and readers on what it calls "a rare tour of a Mormon temple" in a story produced both for television and for cnn.com's Belief Blog.

BYU art professor paints prophets, illustrates books about the Obamas

Barrett is an artist, illustrator and professor at BYU in the illustration department. He has more than 1,000 paintings credited to his name, some of which are compiled in children's books.

LDS temples 'a place apart,' church official says

LDS Church Public Affairs director Michael Otterson uses the beginning of the three-week public open house for the church's Kansas City Missouri Temple as a way to talk about Mormon temples in the Washington Post's "On Faith" blog site.

Provo City Center Temple groundbreaking plans announced

With archaeological work completed around the site of the old Provo Tabernacle, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is ready to break ground for the church's new temple to be built on the site.

Pageant is a powerful gift of faith

The official title is "Jesus the Christ," but people here simply call it the Annual Easter Pageant. In fact, they've been calling it that for 70 years, from the day it debuted as a simple sunrise service performed on the flatbed of an old cotton wagon.

Convention center opening key in overall downtown Provo development

Planning and serendipity are each playing significant roles in the downtown revitalization effort here that takes a big step forward with the May 12 launch of the Utah Valley Convention Center.

LDS Church email reminds members to follow proxy baptism policies

The LDS Church emailed users of the New FamilySearch genealogical website to remind them of the conditions for use of the website, which require compliance to policies that ban submission for temple work names of celebrities or Holocaust victims.

Provo commission to address closing street for Mormon temple

A tribute to Mair Elsbeth Burns and others like her

At the time of her conversion and baptism in 1988, Burns had been widowed for five years. She had remarkable progress in the gospel of Jesus Christ to the day she died and this blessed the lives of many.

Free youth music, and progress on Brigham City Temple

How do 30 free contemporary LDS songs sound? Find out how to download them and where. Plus, meet a Vietnam vet and "Brooklynite" — the newest Mormon.org profile. And no more LDS Gems, but don't worry, "Inspirational Messages" are coming your way.

LDS Church blocks abuse of proxy name submissions

An advertisement for a bicycle leads to lasting romance for buyer and seller

Online classifieds ended up getting Tyler Newman far more than he bargained for. While looking for a good deal on a road bike, the 27-year-old Riverton man ended up with a wife, too.

What the media often misses in LDS baptism stories

The news media seem too often miss how much baptism for the dead means to Latter-day Saints.

How will I die: Negotiating death's details

No one gets to cheat death, but people do sometimes cheat themselves of more control over how they die. Experts say at least half and maybe as many as 80 percent of people are not able to make their own decisions about care at some point due to grave illness.

Recalling the Mormon who tried to save Anne Frank

A noted Jewish scholar recalls the efforts of Utah Sen. William H. King, at the time America's most politically powerful Mormon, in trying to save Jewish victims of Nazi oppression — possibly including the family of Anne Frank.

BYU broadcasting pioneer admires BYUtv's progress

Back in the day, Jay Monsen broke a lot of ground as a sportscaster in Utah and was a real pioneer in the realm of TV and radio.

Stewart exhibit

A note of appreciation to the Museum of Church History and Art and the Utah Museum of Fine Arts for the recent retrospective exhibit of Utah artist LeConte Stewart

Book of Mormon translation in Portuguese came soon after new mission

The first translation of the Book of Mormon into Portuguese was published in 1939 when the LDS Church in Brazil had few members.

Elizabeth Smart says 'Yes to the Dress'

Of all the “ridiculous” (according to my father-in-law) reality shows I seem to be in denial of having an addiction to such as "The Bachelor," "American Idol" (hey, I have a good excuse with that one), "Dancing With the Stars" and "Property Brothers" (I’m well-rounded in my junk TV), the one that makes me feel the happiest is TLC’s "Say Yes to the Dress."

LDS Church toughens stand against 'improper' proxy name submissions

The LDS Church is taking a tougher stand against the unauthorized submission of the names of Holocaust victims for proxy baptism.

Documents reveal disturbing influence Josh Powell had on his children

Responding to — and explaining — LDS baptisms for the dead

Roundup of recent stories about the LDS baptisms for the dead controversy, including two excellent stories explaining the ordinance.

BYU students help uncover buried treasures from Provo's first tabernacle torn down in 1919

Odds and Ends: Service, new chapels and temple

The gospel continues to influence lives through a 90-year-old's lifetime of service, stamps collected for charity and new chapels opening in New York and Virginia all made headlines this week.

LDS scholars share perspective on Mormonism

Several prominent LDS scholars are joining in the national conversation about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, sharing their views and perspectives as Mormonism continues to shine in the media spotlight.

What's new: Local book captures history of LDS Logan Temple

"How Beautiful: A Pictorial History of the Logan LDS Temple," provides a detailed story of the temple from the beginnings of the LDS Church and settling to Cache Valley, to its many renovations and scenic pictures today.

True love on stage and at home

David Smith and his wife, Brittni Bills Smith, met on stage, fell in love and married and continue to follow their passion for theater. So have Melanie and Paul Cartwright, another Utah couple who have combined their love for theater and each other.