Temple Shell Game On Mormons Again!!! | Lds Church Pulls

For many, the "shell game" is the discrepancy between the Church's outward projection of "unprecedented growth" and the reality of stagnant construction . By halting new announcements, leadership is attempting to manage expectations while dealing with the "preventable f***ups" of aggressive over-expansion. Temple Square Renovation Update: March 2026

: Future announcements are now expected to emerge piecemeal at regional meetings rather than as a central staple of conference weekend. LDS Church Pulls Temple Shell Game On Mormons Again!!!

The traditional General Conference "high" of hearing your city called out is seemingly over. For many, the "shell game" is the discrepancy

In what critics and observers are calling a massive pivot, President Dallin H. Oaks announced that the Church will slow down new temple announcements . The traditional General Conference "high" of hearing your

: Leadership claims they need to catch up on the backlog of over 100 temples that haven't even broken ground yet .

: As of March 2026, the scaffolding has finally been removed , revealing the historic stonework after 5.5 years.

: Despite the visual milestone, the building remains closed, with public tours not scheduled until April 2027 . 4. Why It Feels Like a Shell Game