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Ground broken for Coeur d’Alene Idaho Temple, a ‘source of peace’
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Key Points:
- Elder Hutch U. Fale dedicated the site for the Coeur d’Alene Idaho Temple, emphasizing its sacred purpose to provide access to holy ordinances and serve as a symbol of peace through Jesus Christ.
- Groundbreaking for northern Idaho’s first temple took place on August 29, marking the sixth temple groundbreaking by the Church in that month, with the temple expected to be a single-story building of approximately 29,630 square feet.
- Elder Fale highlighted the importance of love and service to others, citing Matthew 25:31-40, and prayed for divine guidance for those involved in the temple’s construction and future use.
- The Coeur d’Alene temple is part of Idaho’s growing number of temples, with 11 currently in various stages; seven are operating, two more are under construction or soon to be dedicated, and one remains in planning.
- Idaho has a significant Church history dating back to 1855, with notable Church leaders born there, and today hosts over 482,000 Latter-day Saints across more than 1,300 congregations.
