THE MOUNTAIN OF THE LORD

The Jordan River Utah TempleBy Rachel Murray

History of the Jordan River Utah Temple

Located in South Jordan, Utah

Is the 20th temple It is the 4th largest

temple (2nd largest in Utah)

Dedication and ground breaking ceremony took place June 9, 1979

The Jordan River Utah Temple serves Latter-day Saints in Southern Salt Lake County, Utah.

Geographically, it is the smallest Mormon temple district in the world, but the temple is one of the church's busiest.

Unlike many of the temples, which are built mostly with tithing funds, the Jordan River Utah Temple site was given to

the Church and all of its construction was paid for by members in the 134 stakes within the temple district.

The Open HouseThe Jordan River Utah Temple was open to the public for tours September 29 through October 31, 1981. Over half a million people toured the temple during its open house.

*I got to be one of the people to take a tour of the temple . My parents took me and my sisters. I was 3 ½ years old. The top picture is a picture of a page from my scrapbook. I am the little girl on the left in the bottom picture.

Why do Mormons Build Temples?

Throughout history, the Lord has commanded His people to build temples. Temples are literally houses of the Lord. They are holy places of worship where individuals make sacred promises with God.

Work I Have Done in the Temple

When I turned 12 I was able to do baptisms at the Jordan River Temple.

Before I was married I took out my own endowments at the Jordan River Temple.

Why I Love This Temple

This is one of my favorite temples because it holds many wonderful memories from my life.

From going to the open house when I was just 3 1/2 , to being able to perform ordinances for myself and for those that have passed on before me, I have grown to love this temple of the Lord.