Temple Quotes from April 2025 General Conference

At the conclusion of the April 2025 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, President Russell M. Nelson announced 15 new temples. He declared that when we make and keep covenants with God, we receive confidence born of the Spirit, and he reminded us that increased time in the temple will prepare us for the Second Coming of the Savior.

Throughout the conference, Apostles, General Authorities, and General Officers of the Church also taught about the protection, mercy, and compensating blessings that come through building a covenant relationship with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ.

As with previous conferences, we've gathered messages about the temple that we would like to share with you. We hope these messages will inspire and uplift you, and we invite you to copy or download them and share them with your family and friends.

Spiritually Whole in Him—President Camille N. Johnson

President Camille N. Johnson, Relief Society General President, taught us how to exercise faith while we wait for healing from the Savior. One way to be whole is to be complete or full. She shared about the 5 wise virgins and their preparation for the Savior by having full lamps of oil.

"Because when we make and keep covenants, particularly those available in the house of the Lord, we fill our lamps with the oil of conversion." —President Camille N. Johnson

Right Before Our Eyes—Elder Ronald A. Rasband

Reminding us that we have a front row seat to the Lord’s hastening of His work, Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles testified of the unprecedented temple building we are witnessing.

"The temple opens the way to the highest blessings our Father in Heaven has for each one of us." —Elder Ronald A. Rasband

"In His house we can feel the Lord’s hallowed presence and transcendent peace." —Elder Ronald A. Rasband

"Brothers and sisters, we are hastening our holiness as we live temple worthy, as we worship in the house of the Lord, and as we make covenants with God for ourselves and on behalf of our ancestors on the other side of the veil." —Elder Ronald A. Rasband

The Atonement of Jesus Christ Provides the Ultimate Rescue—Elder Quentin L. Cook

Just as the handcart pioneers were rescued when they faced trouble, Elder Quentin L. Cook of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles reminded us that the Atonement of Jesus Christ provides the ultimate rescue for all of us, no matter our trials.

"[Dedicating the Casper Wyoming Temple] was a profound, emotional, and spiritual experience. It brought into clear focus the role temples play in rescuing God’s children through the Savior’s Atonement." —Elder Quentin L. Cook

"The temple provides a continuing remembrance of the Savior’s Atonement and what it overcomes. And, even more important, temple attendance allows us to provide a spiritual rescue for our deceased loved ones and more distant ancestors." —Elder Quentin L. Cook

Faith: A Bond of Trust and Loyalty—Elder Sandino Román

Elder Sandino Roman, General Authority Seventy, testified that through exercising faith, we build a covenant relationship with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ.

"If you are sincere and humble, you will hear His answer and begin a personal and lasting relationship with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. Not only that, but your religious habits will become meaningful! For instance, you will look forward to your prayers, personal study, and temple worship as opportunities to get to know Them and be with Them." —Elder Sandino Roman

Personal Preparation to Meet the Savior—Elder Dale G. Renlund

We are like the five wise virgins when we accept the gospel and avoid deception, Elder Dale G. Renlund of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles testified. Regular worship in the temple helps us avoid deception and distraction.

"[Worshipping regularly in the temple] helps us maintain an eternal perspective and protects us from influences that might distract or divert us from the covenant path." —Elder Dale G. Renlund

True to the Faith That Our Parents Have Cherished—Elder Hans T. Boom

Elder Hans T. Boom, General Authority Seventy, encouraged us to find strength from the testimonies and faith of those who came before us.

"To those of the rising generation wherever you are and in whatever situation you may find yourself, please learn and receive strength from the faith and testimonies of those who came before you. It will help you understand that in order to gain or grow a testimony, sacrifices will have to be made and that 'sacrifice brings forth the blessings of heaven.'" —Elder Hans T. Boom

"All of us, whether we are the first generation in the gospel or the fifth, should ask ourselves, What stories of faith, strength, and celestial commitment will I pass on to the next generation?" —Elder Hans T. Boom

The Plan of Mercy—Elder James R. Rasband

The Lord’s mercy is available to us in His temples, Elder James R. Rasband, General Authority Seventy, testified. Time in the temple softens and centers our hearts on the Savior.

"Time in the temple before entering the missionary training center (MTC) can be a wonderful blessing for new missionaries as they learn more about temple covenants before sharing the blessings of those covenants with the world." —Elder James R. Rasband

"The dedicatory prayer [of the Kirtland Temple, in 1836] does not explain exactly how our time in the temple will soften others’ hearts, but I am convinced it is bound up with how time in the house of the Lord softens our own hearts by centering us on Jesus Christ and His mercy." —Elder James R. Rasband

"In the temple, we find mercy in the covenants we make. Those covenants, in addition to the baptismal covenant, bind us to the Father and the Son and give us increased access to what President Nelson has taught is 'a special kind of love and mercy . . . called hesed’' in Hebrew." —Elder James R. Rasband

"In the temple, we also come to understand with greater clarity that the Creation, the Fall, the Savior’s atoning sacrifice, and our ability to enter again into our Heavenly Father’s presence—indeed, every part of the plan of salvation—are manifestations of mercy." —Elder James R. Rasband

"I know that He will manifest Himself in mercy in His holy temple and in every part of our life if we will seek Him." —Elder James R. Rasband

Our Heavenly Guidance System—Elder Sergio R. Vargas

Elder Sergio R. Vargas, General Authority Seventy, testified that the Light of Christ serves as a magnetic guide to help us return home to our Heavenly Father. We become closer to God when we make and keep covenants.

"Prayer, the scriptures, the temple, and our regular attendance at Sunday meetings are vital in our spiritual menu." —Elder Sergio R. Vargas

"Attending the temple has given me comfort and great hope about our eternal destiny. I have experienced heavenly connections with people on both sides of the veil." —Elder Sergio R. Vargas

"Our covenants bring us closer to God to the point of making the impossible possible, filling every space of darkness and doubt with light and peace." —Elder Sergio R. Vargas

Participate to Prepare for Christ’s Return—Elder Steven D. Shumway

Elder Steven D. Shumway, General Authority Seventy, taught that worshipping in the temple prepares us to meet the Savior.

"Ordinances don’t save us because they fulfill a heavenly checklist. Rather, when we live the covenants connected with these ordinances, we become the kind of person who wants to be in God’s presence." —Elder Steven D. Shumway

Compensating Blessings—Bishop Gérald Caussé

Performing ordinances for our ancestors, Bishop Gérald Caussé of the Presiding Bishopric stated, is one of the most powerful ways we contribute to God’s compensating blessings.

"The loving service we offer in holy temples reminds us that the Savior’s grace extends beyond this life." —Bishop Gérald Caussé

"One of the most powerful ways we may contribute to God’s compensating blessings is through the vicarious work we do for our ancestors in the house of the Lord. As we perform ordinances on their behalf, we actively participate in the Lord's great work of salvation, using our gifts and abilities to provide blessings to those who did not have the opportunity to receive them during their mortal lives." —Bishop Gérald Caussé

Eternity’s Great Gifts: Jesus Christ’s Atonement, Resurrection, Restoration—Elder Gerrit W. Gong

Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles testified of how the Restoration of the gospel fulfilled prophecy by occurring on Easter and Passover.

"At the Puebla Mexico Temple dedication, tears of happiness wet the face of a dear sister. Her features radiate faith and sacrifice. She says, 'Todos mis hijos están aquí en el templo hoy’'—'All my children are here in the temple today.' Generations gathered in the house of the Lord bring tears of joy and gratitude." —Elder Gerrit W. Gong

"Easter in Jesus Christ helps us mend, reconcile, [and] make right our relationships, on both sides of the veil. Jesus can heal grief; He can enable forgiveness. He can free us and others from things we or they have said or done that otherwise bind us captive." —Elder Gerrit W. Gong

Joy Through Covenant Discipleship—Elder John A. McCune

Elder John A. McCune, General Authority Seventy, taught that keeping covenants and maintaining covenant relationships blesses us with spiritual power.

"As we make and keep covenants, we will naturally turn outward and have a desire to help others feel the measure of joy and love we feel in our covenantal relationships. We can be part of the greatest cause on the earth today—the gathering of Israel." —Elder John A. McCune

"As we bind ourselves to act as covenant disciples, in whatever our level of capacity, our relationship with the Father and the Son is enriched, our joy enhanced, and our eternal perspective expanded. We then are endowed with power and can feel joy in a measure reserved for God’s true covenant disciples." —Elder John A. McCune

Reverence for Sacred Things—Elder Ulisses Soares

Elder Ulisses Soares of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles testified that showing reverence for sacred things invites revelation.

"In the house of the Lord, we are taught about entering into the holy presence of the Father and the Son. I have always found it instructive and even inspiring that one of the first things we do upon entering the temple and preparing ourselves to participate in the sacred ordinances there is to remove our shoes and change into our white clothing." —Elder Ulisses Soares

"Ultimately, we can experience this spiritual change in our discipleship as we regularly worship in the mountain of the Lord’s house—our holy temples—and strive to live with covenant confidence, especially when we face the trials of mortal life." —Elder Ulisses Soares

"I witness that as we embrace this gift of reverence for sacred things—whether in the mountain of the Lord’s house, in a meetinghouse, or in our own homes—we will be filled with astounding amazement and awe as we connect to the perfect love of our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ." —Elder Ulisses Soares

Confidence in the Presence of God—President Russell M. Nelson

President Russell M. Nelson testified that by diligently seeking charity and virtue, we will grow in our confidence before the Lord. He reminded us that increased time in the temple will prepare us for the Second Coming of the Savior.

"I am especially inspired by our youth. They are giving service in large numbers. They are seeking their ancestors and performing ordinances in the temple." —President Russell M. Nelson

"Regular worship in the house of the Lord increases our capacity for both virtue and charity. Thus, time in the temple increases our confidence before the Lord. Increased time in the temple will help us prepare for the Second Coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ." —President Russell M. Nelson

15 New Temples

Since becoming the President of the Church in 2018, President Nelson has announced 200 temples. This April, he announced plans to construct 15 new temples, in the following locations:

Reynosa, Mexico
Chorrillos, Peru
Rivera, Uruguay
Campo Grande, Brazil
Porto, Portugal
Uyo, Nigeria
San Jose del Monte, Philippines
Nouméa, New Caledonia
Liverpool, Australia
Caldwell, Idaho
Flagstaff, Arizona
Rapid City, South Dakota
Greenville, South Carolina
Norfolk, Virginia
Spanish Fork, Utah 

To read more about each of these temple locations, see "President Nelson Announces 15 New Temples at April 2025 General Conference" in the Church Newsroom.

Worshipping in the House of the Lord

You can prepare to worship in the house of the Lord by finding a temple near you on the Church website. You can also schedule a temple appointment using the Temple Appointment Scheduling Tool.

Preparing for the Temple

Local leaders, such as your bishop, can help you obtain a recommend to worship in the house of the Lord. For other help in preparing to enter the temple or preparing and finding family names, try clicking the links below:

• Prepare for the House of the Lord: Make your experience more personal and meaningful
• Use Ordinances Ready
• Take an Ancestor's Name to the Temple for the First Time
• Find Ancestors in Need of Temple Work in the Family Tree

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