While new projects stall, the Salt Lake Temple remains the focal point of the Church's massive real estate and renovation efforts.
: While members were conditioned to expect a celebratory list of new locations every six months, the focus has abruptly shifted to the "planning and approval process". 2. Moving the Goalposts on Announcements LDS Church Pulls Temple Shell Game On Mormons Again!!!
For many, the "shell game" is the discrepancy between the Church's outward projection of "unprecedented growth" and the reality of stagnant construction . By halting new announcements, leadership is attempting to manage expectations while dealing with the "preventable f***ups" of aggressive over-expansion. Temple Square Renovation Update: March 2026 While new projects stall, the Salt Lake Temple