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flag The Church announced its first temple in Portland, Maine, on December 14, 2025, during a Christmas devotional.

flag On December 14, 2025, the First Presidency announced plans for a new temple in Portland, Maine, during a Christmas devotional, marking the first temple in the state. flag Elder Allen D. Haynie made the announcement, which was met with emotional celebration and spiritual joy among attendees. flag The temple will be the 383rd globally, reflecting the Church’s expanded temple-building strategy. flag While details on location and construction timeline remain undisclosed, the announcement underscores the growth and enduring presence of the Church in Maine, where missionary work began in 1832.

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