Recent updates from The Church of Jesus and Christ of Latter-day Saints highlight a period of significant activity for temples globally. Recent announcements include the groundbreaking date for the Coeur d’Alene Idaho Temple and milestones reached for the Tulsa Oklahoma and Victoria British Columbia temples.
In mid-June, open houses were announced for the Cleveland Ohio Temple and the San Diego California Temple, with news also released for sites in Germany, Samoa, and California. Earlier in June, groundbreaking ceremonies were held for the Springfield Missouri and Missoula Montana temples.
Temple dedications have also marked recent months. President Uchtdorf dedicated the Willamette Valley Oregon Temple, while President Christofferson dedicated the Yorba Linda California Temple on June 7, 2026. In the Philippines, Elder Andersen dedicated the Bacolod Philippines Temple on May 31, and Elder Renlund dedicated the Davao Philippines Temple on May 3.
Utah-related temple news includes the dedication of the Lindon Utah Temple by President Eyring on May 2, 2026. Additionally, updates regarding the ongoing renovation of Temple Square in Salt Lake City were provided throughout early 2026, including reports from January, March, and May.
Other international developments include the announcement of a new temple for Otavalo, Ecuador, and groundbreakings for temples in Teresina, Brazil, and the Huehuetenango Guatemala Temple.
The Church continues to expand its global presence with announced locations and upcoming milestones for sites in Hawaii, Arizona, Puerto Montt Chile, and Norfolk Virginia. Ongoing construction and dedication efforts remain a central focus of the organization's recent activities.
