Knoxville Tennessee Temple: A New Addition to the Area
The Knoxville Tennessee Temple is currently under construction and is located at 13001 Kingston Pike in Farragut, Tennessee 37934. This new addition to the region was officially announced on April 3, 2022, by Prophet Russell M. Nelson during the April 2022 General Conference.
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The Temple is being built on a spacious 4.99 acres and spans approximately 30,836 square feet. It features a single attached central tower and is unique in that it will not include a gold leafed Angel Moroni Statue. Inside, the Temple will offer two instruction rooms, two sealing rooms, and one baptistry.
Construction Milestones
As of now, the exterior cladding of the Temple is complete. Additionally, the monument sign has been installed, marking another step in the construction process. The interior finish work, however, is still underway and has not yet been finalized.
The groundbreaking and site dedication took place on January 27, 2024, led by Shayne M. Bowen, marking a significant milestone in the development of the Temple.
Upcoming Events
At this time, the open house and dedication for the Knoxville Tennessee Temple have not been announced. It is important to note that the Temple is not open to the public or to members until its completion.
Community Impact
The Knoxville Tennessee Temple will become the third Temple in the state of Tennessee, following the Memphis Tennessee Temple and the Nashville Tennessee Temple. At the time of the announcement, there were approximately 53,000 members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the area, supported by over 100 meetinghouses.
Conclusion
The Knoxville Tennessee Temple represents a growing presence of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the region, reflecting the faith and commitment of its members. Although completion is still on the horizon, this new addition is anticipated to enrich the lives of many in the area. Keep an eye out for more updates as the construction progresses and dates for the open house and dedication are announced.