Rivera Uruguay Temple
During his general conference message on April 6, 2025, President Russell M. Nelson announced plans to construct a temple in Rivera, Uruguay. The Rivera Uruguay Temple is one of fifteen newly announced temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.[1]
The Rivera Uruguay Temple will be the second house of the Lord in the country, joining the Montevideo Uruguay Temple. The Montevideo Temple was dedicated in March 2001 by President Gordon B. Hinckley (1910–2008).
Rivera is the capital of Rivera Department of Uruguay. It borders the Brazilian city of Santana do Livramento. Together, they form an urban area with about 200,000 residents.
There are about nearly 110,000 Latter-day Saints in around 130 congregations in Uruguay.
“I have no words to express my gratitude for this great blessing and opportunity the Lord has given us,” President Fernando Oroná of the Rivera Uruguay Stake said. “And now let’s work, let’s work harder for the Lord. How wonderful. It’s a unique moment we’re experiencing here. The Lord is merciful and loves us. It’s a great opportunity to serve Him with even more strength, courage and gratitude.”[2]
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The Rivera Uruguay Temple is currently in the planning stages. The specific location will be announced later.
