A New Landmark in Idaho: President Oaks to Dedicate Burley Temple This Sunday

LDS Gospel January 09, 2026

Exterior image of the stone temple sign for the Burley Idaho Temple.

The landscape of southern Idaho is about to reach a spiritual milestone. This Sunday, January 11, 2026, President Dallin H. Oaks of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will formally dedicate the Burley Idaho Temple, marking a significant addition to the state’s growing religious community.

Dedication Details

President Oaks will lead the 10:00 a.m. MST ceremony, joined by his wife, Kristen. The official delegation also includes:

• Elder Steven R. Bangerter: Executive Director of the Temple Department, and his wife, Susan.

• Elder K. Brett Nattress: General Authority Seventy, and his wife, Shawna.

While the dedication is a private sacred service, it will be broadcast to all congregations within the temple district, allowing thousands of local members to participate in the event.

Exterior of the Burley Idaho Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

From Announcement to Completion

The journey of the Burley Temple began nearly five years ago when it was first announced by President Russell M. Nelson during the April 2021 General Conference. Since then, the project has moved steadily through several key phases:

• Groundbreaking: Construction officially commenced on June 4, 2022.

• Public Open House: Thousands of neighbors and visitors toured the interior during a two-week public viewing that concluded in late November 2025.

• Architecture: The 45,300-square-foot, two-story structure sits on a sprawling 10.1-acre site, designed to be a peaceful landmark for the Burley community.

Interior of the Burley Idaho Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Idaho’s Deepening Roots

The Burley Temple becomes the 11th temple in Idaho (including those currently in operation, under construction, or announced). With more than 480,000 members and 1,275 congregations across the state, Idaho remains one of the most significant hubs for the Church.

The new temple joins a network of sacred buildings in cities ranging from Boise and Twin Falls to Coeur d’Alene and Rexburg. For Latter-day Saints, these temples are considered "Houses of the Lord," distinct from regular meetinghouses, where sacred ceremonies like marriages and baptisms are performed.

Fast Fact: The Burley Idaho Temple is located at 40 South 150 East and is expected to serve several stakes (dioceses) in the surrounding Magic Valley area.