President Dallin H. Oaks Dedicates the Belo Horizonte Brazil Temple - newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org

President Dallin H. Oaks, a familiar figure to Lubbock's Latter-day Saints, recently dedicated the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' 220th operating temple worldwide in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.

This new house of worship marks Brazil's twelfth temple. Oaks delivered remarks emphasizing that all temple service centers on Jesus Christ, a core tenet deeply valued by adherents worldwide. He clearly stated that everything learned and done inside these sacred buildings relates directly to Him and His divine authority. This dedication holds particular significance for Lubbock, home to the Church's own temple on Frankford Avenue, just north of Loop 289. Our local members understand the profound spiritual importance of these structures, which serve a much wider region than just their immediate surroundings. The continued global expansion of the Church's presence mirrors the quiet, steady impact felt right here in West Texas.

For the thousands of Latter-day Saints spread across the Hub City, from the neighborhoods of Tech Terrace to Raintree, this dedication offers a tangible sense of connection to their faith's expanding worldwide community. It shows a shared spiritual journey, linking a new temple in South America directly to the familiar, serene structure on Lubbock's west side. This global growth ensures more sacred spaces are available for faithful members everywhere.

From a dozen temples now open across Brazil to over two hundred operating worldwide, the Church's physical presence continues to expand at a remarkable and consistent pace.