Piura Peru Temple groundbreaking set for October
September 9, 2026 at 1:02 AM MT · via Church News · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting
The Church announced a groundbreaking date for the Piura Peru Temple, according to Church News. The temple was announced in 2021 and will serve members in northern Peru.
Groundbreaking ceremonies are scheduled for October. The temple will be Peru's fourth, following temples in Lima, Trujillo, and Arequipa.
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