Auckland New Zealand Temple

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Auckland New Zealand Temple
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The temple in 2022 during construction
Auckland New Zealand Temple
Number203
Dedication13 April 2025, by Patrick Kearon
Site2.62 acres (1.06 ha)
Official website • News & images
Additional information
Announced7 October 2018, by Russell M. Nelson [1] [2]
Groundbreaking13 June 2020, by Ian S. Ardern [3]
Open house27 February–22 March 2025
Location Auckland, New Zealand
Geographic coordinates 36°59′35″S174°53′25″E / 36.99316°S 174.89015°E / -36.99316; 174.89015
Baptistries1
Ordinance rooms4
Sealing rooms3
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The Auckland New Zealand Temple is a temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) under construction in the suburb of Goodwood Heights outside Manukau Central in Auckland, New Zealand. The intent to build the temple was announced on October 7, 2018, by church president Russell M. Nelson, during general conference. [4]

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The temple is the second in New Zealand, and was announced the same year that the country’s other temple, in Hamilton, closed for a four-year renovation. [5]

History

The intent to construct the temple was announced by church president Russell M. Nelson on October 7, 2018. [1] The Auckland New Zealand Temple was announced concurrently with 11 other temples. [6] At the time of the announcement, the number of the church's total number of operating or announced temples was 201.

On June 13, 2020, a groundbreaking to signify beginning of construction was held, with Ian S. Ardern, president of the church's Pacific Area, presiding. [7]

On October 28, 2024, the church announced that a public open house is scheduled from February 27-March 22, 2025. [8] The temple is scheduled to be dedicated on April 13, 2025, by Patrick Kearon of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. [9]

Design and architecture

The building has a traditional Latter-day Saint temple design, with architecture reflecting both the cultural heritage of the Auckland region and its spiritual significance to the church.

The temple's landscaping has green and red bushes and trees. [10] These elements are designed to provide a tranquil setting that enhances the sacred atmosphere of the site.

The exterior has “rows of rectangular windows, with a tall arch above the entrance. The spire atop the temple is located on a square base and has a rectangular window on each side.” [11] The design incorporates elements that are reflective of both the local culture and the broader Church symbolism.

The temple includes four instruction rooms, three sealing rooms, and a baptistry, [12] each arranged for ceremonial use. Symbolic elements are integrated into the design, providing deeper meaning to the temple's function and aesthetics.

Temple presidents

The church's temples are directed by a temple president and matron, each serving for a term of three years. The president and matron oversee the administration of temple operations and provide guidance and training for both temple patrons and staff. [13] The first president and matron of the temple are Selesi’utele T. Lavea and Camellia Ligaliga Lavea. They will begin their service when the temple is dedicated. [14]

Admittance

On October 28, 2024, the church announced that a public open house would be held from February 27-March 22, 2025 (excluding Sundays). The temple is scheduled to be dedicated on April 13, 2025, by Patrick Kearon. [15]

Like all the church's temples, it is not used for Sunday worship services. To members of the church, temples are regarded as sacred houses of the Lord. Once dedicated, only church members with a current temple recommend can enter for worship. [16] [17]

See also

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References

  1. 1 2 "Twelve Temples Announced as October 2018 General Conference Closes: Number of temples operating, announced or under construction now above 200", Newsroom, LDS Church, 7 October 2018
  2. ↑ LDS Church announces plans to build 12 new temples worldwide, pioneer generation temples will be renovated, KSTU Fox 13, 7 October 2018
  3. ↑ Church and Community Leaders Break Ground to Officially Commence Auckland Temple Construction, Church of Jesus Christ Newsroom, 13 June 2020. Retrieved 13 June 2020.
  4. ↑ "President Russell M. Nelson: 'Becoming Exemplary Latter-day Saints'". Church News. 7 October 2018. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
  5. ↑ "Auckland New Zealand Temple". Church News. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
  6. ↑ The Mendoza Argentina, Salvador Brazil, Yuba California, Phnom Penh Cambodia, Praia Cape Verde, Puebla Mexico, Yigo Guam, Lagos Nigeria, Davao Philippines, San Juan Puerto Rico, and Red Cliffs Utah temples.
  7. ↑ "Auckland New Zealand Temple Groundbreaking Date Announced", Newsroom, LDS Church, 12 March 2020
  8. ↑ "Dedication News for Auckland and Toronto Temples". newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org. 28 October 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
  9. ↑ "Dedication announced for Auckland New Zealand Temple, rededication for Toronto Ontario Temple". Church News. 28 October 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
  10. ↑ "Auckland New Zealand Temple". Church News. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
  11. ↑ "Auckland New Zealand Temple". Church News. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
  12. ↑ "Auckland New Zealand Temple | ChurchofJesusChristTemples.org". Temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
  13. ↑ "Presidents and Matrons of the Auckland New Zealand Temple | ChurchofJesusChristTemples.org". Temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
  14. ↑ "Read about new leaders of 9 temples around the world — from Auckland to Argentina". Church News. 22 March 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
  15. ↑ "Dedication announced for Auckland New Zealand Temple, rededication for Toronto Ontario Temple". Church News. 28 October 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
  16. ↑ "Auckland New Zealand Temple Groundbreaking Date Announced". newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org. 12 March 2020. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
  17. ↑ "Auckland New Zealand Temple Groundbreaking Date Announced". newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org. 12 March 2020. Retrieved 17 January 2025.


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