Las Vegas Nevada Temple

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Las Vegas Nevada Temple
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Las Vegas Nevada Temple
Number43
DedicationDecember 16, 1989, by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site10.3 acres (4.2 ha)
Floor area80,350 sq ft (7,465 m2)
Height137 ft (42 m)
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Additional information
AnnouncedApril 7, 1984, by Spencer W. Kimball
GroundbreakingNovember 30, 1985, by Gordon B. Hinckley
Open houseNovember 16 December 16 – 9, 1989
Designed byTate & Snyder Architects
Location Sunrise Manor, Nevada, United States
Geographic coordinates 36°10′28.5″N115°1′12.2″W / 36.174583°N 115.020056°W / 36.174583; -115.020056
Exterior finishWhite precast stone walls and copper roof and detailing
Temple designModern, six-spire design
Baptistries1
Ordinance rooms4 (stationary)
Sealing rooms6
Clothing rentalAvailable
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The Las Vegas Nevada Temple is the 43rd operating temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). The temple was announced in April 1984. [1]

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The temple has six spires, one of which is topped by an angel Moroni statue. [2] This temple was designed by Tate & Snyder. [3] A groundbreaking ceremony, to signify the beginning of construction, was held on November 30, 1985, conducted by Gordon B. Hinckley. Reflecting the Church's dedication to sacred spaces, the Las Vegas Nevada Temple reflects its deep-rooted commitment to spiritual practices and community enrichment.

History

The temple was announced by Hinckley on April 7, 1984. [4] The site for the temple was selected due to its significance to the church and the local community.

Located in the Sunrise Manor CDP near Las Vegas, Nevada, the temple sits on 10.3 acres (4.2 ha) of land at the base of Frenchman Mountain. A groundbreaking ceremony and site dedication for the temple were held in November 1985. Gordon B. Hinckley, then a counselor in the church's First Presidency, presided and gave the dedication prayer. Construction began soon after the ceremony.

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Spires of the Las Vegas Temple

After construction was completed, the temple was open to the public for tours between November 16 and December 9, 1989. Almost 300,000 people toured the temple and its grounds during these three weeks. The temple has six spires, the highest of which is 119 feet (36 m). At the top of this tower stands a ten-foot statue of the angel Moroni. The exterior is a white finish of pre-cast stone walls with a copper roof. The temple has 192 rooms, which includes four ordinance rooms, a celestial room, six sealing rooms, a baptismal font, and other facilities to meet the needs of the temple. The temple serves church members in the southern part of Nevada and surrounding areas in California and Arizona. [1]

Hinckley dedicated the temple in eleven sessions held from December 16–18, 1989, with more than 30,000 Latter-day Saints attending. [5] The temple was dedicated as "an oasis of peace and light." [6]

In 2020, like all those in the church, the Las Vegas Nevada Temple was closed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. [7]

Throughout its history, the Las Vegas Nevada Temple has served as a center of spiritual growth, playing a vital role in the lives of church members in the region.

Design and architecture

The building has a traditional Latter-day Saint temple design which was inspired by the desert landscapes of Nevada. [8] Designed by architectural firm Tate & Snyder, the temple's architecture reflects the heritage of the Las Vegas area and the spiritual significance to the church. [3] [8]

Site

The temple sits on a 10.3-acre plot, and the landscaping around the temple features pathways, flowers, and trees. [2] These elements are designed to provide a tranquil setting that enhances the sacred atmosphere of the site.

Exterior

The structure stands 137 feet tall at its highest spire, constructed with precast white stone. The exterior is characterized by a copper roof, six spires, and a statue of the angel Moroni. [8]

Interior

The interior features tones of dusty rose, rust, and sand, centered around the celestial room, which is designed to create a spiritually uplifting environment. The celestial room has two large chandeliers, and specially cut windows which cast rainbows onto the walls of the room. [9] In addition to the celestial room, the temple has four ordinance rooms, six sealing rooms, and a baptistry, each designed for ceremonial use. [2]

Symbols

The design has elements representing Latter-day Saint symbolism to provide spiritual meaning to the temple's appearance and function. Symbolism is an important subject to church members, including the celestial room as one of the more important, and which is intended to represent heaven. [10]

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. [10] The first president of the Las Vegas Temple was Boyad M. Tanner, with the matron being Bette M. Tanner. They served from 1989 to 1992. [10] As of 2024, William H. Stoddard is the president, with Carol E. Stoddard serving as matron. [8]

Admittance

Following the completion of the temple, an open house was held from November 16-December 9, 1989. [8] During the open house, nearly 300,000 people toured the temple. [11] The temple was dedicated by Gordon B. Hinckley in 11 sessions from December 16-18, 1989. [8] 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. [10]

See also

Temples in Nevada

  • ButtonRed.svg = Operating
  • ButtonBlue.svg = Under construction
  • ButtonYellow.svg = Announced
  • ButtonBlack.svg = Temporarily Closed
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  2. 1 2 3 "Las Vegas Nevada Temple | ChurchofJesusChristTemples.org". Temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
  3. 1 2 "Las Vegas Temple". Church News. January 11, 2024. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
  4. ↑ Presidency, President Gordon B. Hinckley Second Counselor in the First. "The Sustaining of Church Officers". www.churchofjesuschrist.org. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
  5. ↑ Toone, Trent. "'A light on the hill': Las Vegas Nevada Temple reaches 25-year milestone", Deseret News , 18 December 2014. Retrieved on 28 March 2020.
  6. ↑ "LDS Statistics and Church Facts | Total Church Membership". Mormon Newsroom. Retrieved May 13, 2019.
  7. ↑ Stack, Peggy Fletcher. "All Latter-day Saint temples to close due to coronavirus", The Salt Lake Tribune , 26 March 2020. Retrieved on 28 March 2020.
  8. 1 2 3 4 5 6 "Las Vegas Nevada Temple". Church News. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
  9. ↑ "New temple inspires visitors". Church News. January 31, 2024. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
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