On April 19, 2019, President Russell M. Nelson announced that the Salt Lake Temple would close for major renovation. In the October 2021 General Conference, President Nelson urged members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to strengthen their own "personal spiritual foundations."

Celebrating the Newly Renovated Salt Lake Temple enhances readers‚ understanding of the influence that this temple has had on so many lives over the past 130 years. This compilation:

Explores the construction process and remodeling of the Salt Lake Temple Inspires appreciation of this sacred edifice making temple worship a more significant part of daily life Enhances a deep understanding of the principles and doctrines associated with temple worship Aides parents and grandparents in teaching their children more about temple covenants Shares sacred experiences temple workers and patrons have had within the walls of Salt Lake Temple.

The Salt Lake Temple is a symbol of the Mormon pioneers, The Church of Jesus Christ, the Wasatch Front, and our community's collective faith and perseverance. Celebrating the Newly Renovated Salt Lake Temple will help readers appreciate and cherish all that this sacred edifice represents to the millions of devoted Saints who have pioneered their own journeys to Jesus Christ.

Authors: Mary Jane Woodger and Mark Ogletree