KENSINGTON, Maryland (RNS) ‘It’s a conduit for heaven for a lot of us,' said a church member, 'where we believe that’s where we can commune with God here on earth.'
The Washington D.C. Temple was built on a prominent hill in part to show that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints had arrived on the national and international stage.
Washington D.C. Temple tours for invited guests have included governors, priests and reporters as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints opens its doors for the first time since 1974. The public open house begins April 28.
The Washington D.C. Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints opened its doors to outsiders for the first time in 48 years on Monday, hosting Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan and members of the media for a private tour of recently completed renovations.