‘Mormon Land’: President Nelson is betting big that more LDS temples will keep more members in the church
He has announced more than half of the faith’s 367 planned or existing temples, and with its deep pockets, there is little reason to expect the building blitz to let up anytime soon.
(The Salt Lake Tribune; The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) Church President Russell M. Nelson, center, surrounded by newly constructed temples in Utah, Wyoming and Argentina.
David is a managing editor at The Tribune, where he has worked since 1984. He oversees coverage ranging from local government and west-side issues to growth, development and housing. In addition, he directs religion reporting, co-hosts the award-winning “Mormon Land” podcast and writes the Mormon Land newsletter.
Hired in 1991 to cover Utah's various faiths, particularly Mormonism, Peggy has talked forgiveness with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, nearly fainted waiting for the Dalai Lama, fasted with Muslims during Ramadan — and has reported on 50 consecutive semiannual LDS General Conferences.