Pocatello Idaho Temple

The Pocatello Idaho Temple is a temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Pocatello, Idaho.

Pocatello Idaho Temple
Pocatello temple under construction
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Number170
DedicationNovember 7, 2021, by M. Russell Ballard[4]
Site10.94 acres (4.43 ha)
Floor area71,125 sq ft (6,607.7 m2)
Height196.5 ft (59.9 m)
Official websiteNews & images
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Additional information
AnnouncedApril 2, 2017, by Thomas S. Monson[1]
GroundbreakingMarch 16, 2019, by Wilford W. Andersen[2]
Open houseSeptember 18-October 23, 2021[3]
Current presidentBruce H Winegar
LocationPocatello, Idaho, United States
Geographic coordinates42°54′55″N 112°24′23″W / 42.9152°N 112.4064°W / 42.9152; -112.4064
Exterior finishwhite granite
Baptistries1
Ordinance rooms4 (Stationary)
Sealing rooms4
Clothing rentalYes
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History

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The intent to construct the temple was announced by church president Thomas S. Monson on April 2, 2017.[1]

On March 16, 2019, a groundbreaking to signify beginning of construction was held, with Wilford W. Andersen of the Seventy presiding.[5] The ceremony was attended by an interfaith group, and Taysom Hill of the New Orleans Saints spoke at the event.[6] Construction was expected to last for several years, and, as of August 2019, the site was noted to attract "several visitors every day".[7]

In March 2019, the church released drawings of the temple, which is three stories tall, over 67,000 square feet (6,200 m2), and has a spire.[8]

A public open house was held from September 18 to October 23, 2021.[9] The temple was then dedicated on November 7 by M. Russell Ballard.[9][10][11]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b "President Monson Announces Five New Temples: Mormon temples to be built in South America, Africa, Philippines and US". Newsroom. LDS Church. April 2, 2017.
  2. ^ "Groundbreaking Held for Pocatello Idaho Temple". Newsroom. LDS Church. March 16, 2019.
  3. ^ Open house tours will not occur on the following dates: September 19 & 26 and 2-3, October 10 & 17.
  4. ^ https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/president-ballard-dedicates-pocatello-idaho-temple
  5. ^ "Groundbreaking Held for Pocatello Idaho Temple", LDS Church, March 16, 2019
  6. ^ Sinovic, Steve (April 14, 2019). "This Idaho Temple Will Serve 62,000 Latter Day Saints When It's Finished". Idaho Statesman. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
  7. ^ Evensen, Kendra (August 31, 2019). "Pocatello Temple Construction on Schedule". Idaho State Journal. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
  8. ^ Forgie, Adam (March 4, 2019). "New Renderings of what Pocatello, Idaho LDS Temple Will Look Like". KUTV. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
  9. ^ a b "Pocatello Idaho Temple Open House". Church of Jesus Christ. Retrieved October 16, 2021.
  10. ^ President Ballard Dedicates Pocatello Idaho Temple, Newsroom, churchofjesuschrist.org, November 7, 2021. Retrieved November 7, 2021.
  11. ^ Spector, Candice (November 8, 2021). "Descendant of church founder Joseph Smith to dedicate Pocatello Idaho Temple". idahostatejournal.com. Idaho State Journal. Retrieved August 14, 2022.
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