California Dreaming: A Temple Tally Tale
Ah, California. Land of sunshine, surf, and...wait for it...a surprising number of LDS temples! That's right, folks, nestled amongst the Hollywood hustle and Silicon Valley smarts, you'll also find a healthy dose of sacred spaces for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). But how many temples are we talking about exactly? Buckle up, spiritual surfers, because we're diving into a data pool that's more holy than a guacamole recipe guarded by a grandma.
The Golden State's Temple Treasures: Counting Up California's LDS Landmarks
Currently Cruisin': 7 Stellar Sanctuaries
As of today, there are 7 operational LDS temples scattered across California, like spiritual sprinkles on a sunshine state sundae. From the sprawling Los Angeles temple (perfect for a post-awards show prayer circle) to the scenic San Diego temple (ocean views and holy vibes, anyone?), these houses of worship cater to a growing LDS population.
Temples in the Works: Breaking Ground on Heavenly Hangouts
But wait, there's more! California isn't content to rest on its laurels (or pews). There are currently 2 temples under construction, so if you hear some divine hammering, that's probably just the Lord getting his building permit approved.
Future Forecast: A Temple Boom on the Horizon
And get this - there are 3 more temples announced! Seems like California is having a temple boom, which might be due to a surge in piety or maybe just a need for extra earthquake-proof prayer spaces. Either way, we're not complaining - more temples means more options for spiritual reflection (and maybe a place to borrow a cup of holy joe in a pinch).
So, How Many Temples in Total? Let's Do the Heavenly Math!
If you're good at counting sheep (or tithing), you've probably figured it out by now. Adding up the existing temples, those under construction, and the ones on the horizon, we get a grand total of 12 temples! That's enough temples to make even the most devout temple-goer say, "Whoa, that's a lot of temples!"
California Temple Fun Fact: More Temples Than Hollywood Walk of Fame Stars (Probably)
Now, this is an unconfirmed statistic, but just imagine it - California with more temples dedicated to spiritual reflection than there are stars commemorating questionable celebrity shoe choices on Hollywood Boulevard. Food for thought, folks, food for thought.
