Update to Houston Temple

[pam]

Recent Floodwaters Require Temporary Closure of Houston Texas Temple
October 25, 2017 at 4:20 p.m. MDT

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced a short-term closure of the Houston Texas Temple. The temple has not been in use since Hurricane Harvey dropped a record rainfall of 52 inches in Houston in late August. The ensuing rains breached the temple beginning August 26 and flooded the temple annex building, the temple basement and the main floor, with water rising to more than a foot. The second floor was not flooded or damaged.   

In a letter to Church leaders, the First Presidency states, "The Houston Texas Temple is now closed to complete necessary renovations and repairs." The letter continues: "It is anticipated the renovation project will be completed in the spring of 2018. Following the completion of renovations, a simple rededication of the temple will be held." 

http://www.mormonnewsroom.org/article/latter-day-saints-prepare-hurricane-harvey?__prclt=ofGcrbCm#TempleRenovation

[Guest]

I just found out that the re-dedication will be on the 22nd of April.  There will only be a Private ceremony with no fanfare.  But stakes have been invited to have celebratory events on their own.

This was an effort to not delay the opening any more than necessary.