“[I] look to Jesus as [my] Exemplar and . . . follow in His footsteps” – Thomas S. Monson
I am “a standard to the world.” – Elaine S. Dalton
“The ordinance of the sacrament [is] more holy and sacred to [me].” – James J. Hamula
I am “continuous[ly] commit[ed] [to a gospel centered] way of life that applies at all times and in all places.” – Dallin H. Oaks
Seattle Washington Temple
Announcement: 15 November 1975
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 27 May 1978 by Marion G. Romney
Public Open House: 7 October–8 November 1980
Dedication: 17–21 November 1980 by Spencer W. Kimball
“God and Christ are literally a Father and a Son. . .” – Robert D. Hales
I “stand strong with a shield of faith against the fiery darts of the adversary” – Robert D. Hales
Tokyo Japan Temple
Announcement: 9 August 1975
Construction Commencement: 10 April 1978
Public Open House: 15 September–18 October 1980
Dedication: 27–29 October 1980 by Spencer W. Kimball
“[My] sustaining of prophets is a personal commitment that [I] will do [my] utmost to uphold their prophetic priorities.” – Elder Russell M. Nelson