Layton Utah Temple

Layton Utah Temple
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Number195
Dedication16 June 2024, by David A. Bednar
Site11.8 acres (4.8 ha)
Floor area93,539 sq ft (8,690.1 m2)
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Church chronology
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Additional information
Announced1 April 2018, by Russell M. Nelson[1]
Groundbreaking23 May 2020, by Craig C. Christensen[2]
Open house19 April to 1 June 2024
LocationLayton, Utah, United States
Geographic coordinates41°03′44″N 111°56′25″W / 41.062232°N 111.940251°W / 41.062232; -111.940251
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Layton Temple
Layton Utah Temple

The Layton Utah Temple is a temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Layton, Utah. The intent to construct the temple was announced by church president Russell M. Nelson on April 1, 2018, during the 188th general conference. The Layton Utah Temple was announced concurrently with 6 other temples.[3] At the time, the number of total operating or announced temples was 189.[4] It is the 22nd temple in Utah and the second temple in Davis County.[5]

The temple has twin spires, arched windows, and a statue of the angel Moroni.[6] A groundbreaking ceremony, marking the beginning of construction, was held on May 23, 2020.[7] The temple was dedicated by David A. Bednar on June 16, 2024.[8]

History

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The temple was announced by Russell M. Nelson on April 1, 2018 during the church's 188th semi-annual general conference.[5][9][10][11] On July 15, 2019, the church announced that the temple would be constructed on an 11.8-acre property located at the corner of Oak Hills Drive and Rosewood Lane on the southeast side of Layton. The preliminary plans called for a three-story structure of more than 87,000 square feet.[12] The parcel of land belonged to one family for over a hundred years. It was settled in the 1850s by an immigrant who traveled from England to the United States and into Utah after converting to the church. The family sold the land to the church shortly before the temple was announced.[13] On October 8, 2019, the church released a rendering of the temple.[14]

On January 23, 2020, the church announced that a groundbreaking, to signify the beginning of construction, was scheduled for May 30, 2020.[15] However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a small-scale, private groundbreaking occurred on May 23, 2020, with Craig C. Christensen, president of the church's Utah Area, presiding.[16] The church then provided photographs and video of the groundbreaking on the originally scheduled date.[17]

On December 11, 2023, the church announced that a public open house would be held from April 19 to June 1, 2024 (excluding Sundays).[18] The temple was dedicated by David A. Bednar of the church's Quorum of the Twelve Apostles on June 16, 2024.[19]

The temple will serve as a center of spiritual growth, playing a vital role in the lives of church members in the region.[20] It is the 22nd temple built in Utah and is the second temple in Davis County, besides the Bountiful Utah Temple. A third is currently under construction in Syracuse.[21][22]

Queen Nompumelelo Mchiza Zulu of the Zulu nation in South Africa privately toured the temple on March 27, 2024, with Melanie Rasband. This continued the queen's ongoing relationship with the church, including the opening of the Durban South Africa Temple, which was dedicated by Ronald A. Rasband in 2020. She had then accompanied her now late husband, King Goodwill Zwelithini. The queen's temple visit was part of a broader itinerary that included church interface in meeting with its leaders, touring a Deseret Industries, and a Tabernacle Choir performance.[23]

Design and architecture

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See also: Temple architecture (LDS Church)

The temple was designed by the architectural firm Naylor Wentworth Lund Architects, showcasing traditional temple architecture of the church[24] and reflecting the cultural heritage of the Davis County area. For instance, Layton's agricultural history inspired the stained-glass windows which depict a seedling growing into a fruit tree.[25]

The temple is three stories tall, nearly 94,000 square feet, and is constructed with concrete. The exterior features two spires and a statue of the angel Moroni, while the walls include stained glass.[26] Incorporated into the design are symbolic elements such as the use of a cherry tree motif, which represents Davis County’s history of fruit production.[26][27] The landscaping around the temple includes gardens.[26]

Open house and dedication

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Layton Temple from a distance

A six-week public open house occurred from April 19 through June 1, 2024 (excluding Sundays).[18] The dedication took place on June 16, 2024, after which entry into the temple was limited to those holding a valid temple recommend.

Temple president

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Like all the church's temples, Layton's is overseen by a temple president and temple matron. The first president is Jay R. Bangerter, with Kathleen R. Bangerter serving as matron.[28]

See also

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Temples in Utah (edit)
Wasatch Front Temples
Temples along the Wasatch Front (edit)
  • = Operating
  • = Under construction
  • = Announced
  • = Temporarily Closed
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References

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  1. ^ "Seven Temples Announced as April 2018 General Conference Closes: Mormon temples to be built in Asia, Europe, North and South America". Newsroom. LDS Church. 1 April 2018.
  2. ^ Small-Scale Groundbreaking Held for Layton Utah Temple
  3. ^ The Salta Argentina, Bengaluru India, Managua Nicaragua, Cagayan de Oro Philippines, Richmond Virginia, and Russia temples.
  4. ^ "7 New Temples Announced during April 2018 General Conference", Newsroom, LDS Church, 2018-04-01
  5. ^ a b Manson, Pamela; Noyce, David (1 April 2018). "Russia, India, Nicaragua to get their first Mormon temples; Utah to get its 19th". Salt Lake Tribune. Retrieved 20 June 2018.
  6. ^ "Layton Utah Temple | ChurchofJesusChristTemples.org". Temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  7. ^ "When visitors will be able to step foot inside the Layton LDS Temple". The Salt Lake Tribune. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  8. ^ "Elder David A. Bednar Dedicates Layton Utah Temple: The house of the Lord in is the 22nd of what will be 30 temples in Utah", Newsroom, LDS Church, 2024-06-15
  9. ^ Hansen, Kyle (1 April 2018). "New LDS temple to be built in Layton". Standard-Examiner. Retrieved 19 June 2018.
  10. ^ "South Jordan again has two Mormon temples as Eyring rededicates an updated Jordan River Temple". Salt Lake Tribune. 20 May 2018. Retrieved 19 June 2018.
  11. ^ Mays, Kenneth (30 May 2018). "Picturing history: Where Layton, the site of a future LDS temple, gets its name". Deseret News. Retrieved 19 June 2018.
  12. ^ "Layton Utah Temple Site Announced: Will be second Latter-day Saint temple in Davis County". Newsroom. LDS Church. 15 July 2019.
  13. ^ "Layton Utah Temple site belonged to this 'honored' family for over a century". Deseret News. 2019-07-16. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  14. ^ "Church Releases Rendering of Layton Utah Temple". Newsroom. LDS Church. 8 October 2019.
  15. ^ "Groundbreaking Dates Announced for Temples in Virginia, the Philippines and Utah". Newsroom. LDS Church. 23 January 2020.
  16. ^ "Small-Scale Groundbreaking Held for Layton Utah Temple". Newsroom. LDS Church. 23 May 2020.
  17. ^ "Church Breaks Ground for Layton Utah Temple: This will be the second temple in Davis County". Newsroom. LDS Church. 30 May 2020.
  18. ^ a b Ashcraft, Emily; Dec. 11, KSL com | Posted-; P.m, 2023 at 3:10. "Open house, dedication dates announced for Layton Utah Temple". www.ksl.com. Retrieved 2024-02-09.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  19. ^ "Open House and Dedication Dates Announced for Temples in Mexico, the Philippines and Utah: Groundbreaking announced for Knoxville Tennessee Temple and location released for the Antananarivo Madagascar Temple", Newsroom, LDS Church, 11 December 2023
  20. ^ "Inside Temples". www.churchofjesuschrist.org. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  21. ^ "Utah's newest LDS temple has a Presbyterian touch. See photos". The Salt Lake Tribune. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
  22. ^ "Layton Utah Temple opens to media, guests, public". Church News. 2024-04-17. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
  23. ^ "Queen of Zulu Nation in South Africa Pays Visit to Church Leaders". news-africa.churchofjesuschrist.org. 2024-04-01. Retrieved 2024-04-13.
  24. ^ "Layton Utah Temple". www.nwlarchitects.com. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  25. ^ "Layton Utah Temple Fact Sheet" (PDF). Church Newsroom. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  26. ^ a b c "Latest News on the Layton Utah Temple | ChurchofJesusChristTemples.org". Temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  27. ^ "FRUIT INDUSTRY IN UTAH". www.uen.org. Utah History Encyclopedia. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  28. ^ "Presidents and Matrons of the Layton Utah Temple | ChurchofJesusChristTemples.org". Temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
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