When was Tucson temple built?
Oct. 17, 2015
Temple history Construction began in Tucson following the Oct. 17, 2015, groundbreaking by President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, second counselor in the First Presidency.
What phase is the Tucson temple in?
Phase 3
7, 2020; and Phase 2-B April 12, 2021. Tucson Arizona Temple — In Phase 3, as of June 28, 2021. Started Phase 1 May 18, 2020; Phase 2 Sept. 7, 2020; and Phase 2-B April 12, 2021.
Are Arizona LDS temples open?
Temple closed Based on First Presidency direction, this temple has resumed limited operations. All ordinances are available by appointment only. Proxy ordinances may be limited to members residing in their designated temple district. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own temple clothing.
When was the Tucson LDS temple dedicated?
August 13, 2017
President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, second counselor in the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, dedicated the Tucson Arizona Temple on Sunday, August 13, 2017, in three sessions, making it the sixth Mormon temple in the state of Arizona and the 157th worldwide.
Does Tucson have an LDS temple?
The Tucson Arizona Temple is a temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) in Catalina Foothills, Arizona, just north of Tucson. The temple is 38,216 square feet (3,550.4 m2) and is located on a 7.4-acre (3.0 ha) site.
How many MESA members are Mormon?
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Arizona | |
|---|---|
| Christmas Lights at the Mesa Arizona Temple | |
| Membership | 436,521 (2019) |
| Stakes | 115 |
| Wards | 842 |
When was the Tucson temple open house?
Ground was broken for the temple on October 17, 2015, on N Skyline Drive in the Catalina Foothills. An open house for the public was held June 3 through 24. The Tucson Arizona Temple will be the sixth in the state.
What percent of Utahns are Mormon?
Statewide, Mormons account for nearly 62 percent of Utah’s 3.1 million residents.
How much of Utah is LDS?
Statewide, Mormons account for nearly 62% of Utah’s 3.1 million residents. That number is also inching down as the state’s healthy job market attracts non-Mormon newcomers from other places.