President Dallin H. Oaks on the Purpose and Timing of Temples
A discussion on why temples are built, how locations are selected, and the significance of local announcement structures under the current First Presidency.
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| Field | Source | Tier | Retrieved |
|---|---|---|---|
| New temples recently announced by the Church of Jesus Christ | Deseret News (opens in a new tab) | A | 2026-06-01 |
| Temple to be Built in Portland, Maine | The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (opens in a new tab) | A | 2026-06-01 |
| The Church Announces Temple to Be Built in Marysville, Washington | The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (opens in a new tab) | A | 2026-06-01 |
| Temple Announced in Otavalo, Ecuador | The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (opens in a new tab) | A | 2026-06-01 |