White framed oakland temple 22x16 framed art by raymond designs, white framed temple series, white framed temple series. Our oakland temple framed art prints ship within 48 hours, arrive readytohang, and include a 30day moneyback guarantee. President oaks astonished at the beauty of rededicated. Temple presidents are called to oversee all activities performed at the temple. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. God created everything we see, including the heavens filled with countless stars. A major west coast port city, oakland is the largest city in the east bay region of the san francisco bay area, the third largest city overall in the san francisco bay area, the eighth most populated city in california, and the 45th most populated city in the united states. On an unusually clear morning in the bay area, i decided to find a couple of areas that would provide nice views for photography. The statue depicts the angel moroni, an ancient prophet and a central figure in the book of mormon accepted by. It was originally dedicated on november 17, 1964 by david o. May 07, 2019 no cameras were allowed, but the media on monday was allowed inside the oakland california temple for the first time since 1964, when the oakland h ills landmark was dedicated. The oakland temple has been closed for over a year, undergoing extensive renovations inside and out. Unless otherwise stated, all events are free and the general public is encouraged to attend.
Besides the pictures shown of the inside of this temple, this is the video that is played at all lds. Apr 7, 2017 oakland california temple of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. The oakland temple is a temple for the people of the bay area, he said, noting the art of local landscapes of northern california and the architecture are a draw for local hearts. Inside mormon church temples moronis latter day saints page. The church has announced the open house dates for the newly renovated oakland california temple. They serve voluntarily, usually for a period of several years. Oakland government leaders tour renovated temple youtube. The temple is monumental if youve ever wondered at night about those dramatically lit spires in the hills above oakland, now is your chance to see the temple from the inside. Mckay originally dedicated the oakland california temple in 1964 as the th operating temple in the church. Lds oakland, ca known to me as the mormon tabernacle church. Lds temple wall art, prints, and gifts featuring pictures of the oakland california temple.
Oakland is a bustling college neighborhood on the eastern side of pittsburgh, home to carnegie mellon university and the university of pittsburgh. The bookstore offers a vast selection of every day items you need. Offering a wide variety of temple apparel, tech accessories, and life necessities snacks, the bookstore really has it all. A look inside the renovated oakland california temple. Oakland lds temple where brittany and shawn got married. In the 1920s, elder george albert smith had a vision that a temple on the east bay hills would be a beacon to the whole area. Oakland temple substitution available temples jordan river temple mt. Calendar of events taking place on oaklands temple hill. Browse a photograph gallery of beautiful images captured of the oakland california temple of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Church releases first pictures inside the newly renovated. The oakland temple was the second mormon temple built in california.
Oakland california temple open house guests see community. Before the dedication, there was an open house, when most of the temple was open to the public. View all hotels near oakland california temple on tripadvisor. Following the open house, and the cultural celebration on saturday, june 15, the temple will be rededicated on sunday, june 16, 2019. If you have an existing appointment for a sealing or your own endowment, you will be contacted by temple staff. The dust jacket is depicted as if you removed it from the book and laid it flat. Oaks of the first presidency rededicated the oakland california temple on sunday, june 16. New class series, 7 classes, basic skills, intermediate skills and advanced skills. Choose your favorite oakland temple designs and purchase them as wall art, home decor, phone cases, tote bags, and more. Oakland california temple mormon temple oakland localwiki.
However, after a temple is completed and prior to the dedication the temples are open for the public to view and tour. This temple is not only a thing of beauty and of joy to those who see it. The oakland california temple plays an important role in the culture of the bay area. The open house will be held between may 11 and june 1, with the formal dedication held on sunday, june 16 president david o.
Rare glimpse inside oakland s mormon temple kicks off 3 weeks of source. Temple sinai responds beautifully to rosh hashanah hate. A look inside the renovated oakland california temple onn the oakland california temple is an enduring bay area landmark that shines like a beacon from. This book tells the story of the temple from early prophecy. Feb 02, 2018 3 of 9 swordfish in spicy broth over rice noodles at temple club, saturday, jan. Shop for oakland temple art from the worlds greatest living artists. Oakland california temple fact sheet church newsroom the. The oakland california temple is the th dedicated temple in operation of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. A sculpture of jesus dominates a section of the visitors center at the mormon temple, at the rear left, in oakland. During a january 23, 1961 meeting, plans for the temple were announced by david o. While the overall configuration inside the temple remains the same, after decades of service, the mechanical systems of the temple has been upgraded and its finishes and furnishings have been thoroughly refreshed.
Ground was broken on may 26, 1962, with the cornerstone laid may 25, 1963, and dedication on november 19, 1964. Calendar of events taking place on oakland s temple hill. In 1847, brigham young prophesied that in the process of time, the shores of the. Oaklands temple hill temple hill auditorium oakland chapel oakland interstake center 4780 lincoln avenue oakland ca 94602 visitors center 510 5311475 4766 lincoln avenue oakland ca 94602 hours. East bay times contra costa and alameda county news, sports. Step inside allen temple baptist church on international boulevard on a sunday morning and you are sure to hear a bible reading, a sermon and lots of gospel music. No cameras were allowed, but the media on monday was allowed inside the oakland california temple for the first time since 1964, when the oakland h. Oaklands mormon temple to open temporarily for tours. Rare glimpse inside oaklands mormon temple kicks off 3. For more than thirteen years drysdale douglas has been working on making the temple and its grounds more accessible and up to strict california building and accessibility codes. A journey into the holy of holies in a latterday saints.
Jewish reporter tours the oakland temple, excited to see. In 1924, a prominent visiting mormon envisioned a great white temple on the oakland hills. Rare glimpse inside oaklands mormon temple kicks off 3 weeks. This year marks the centenary of allen temple, one of oaklands oldest black churches. The mormon temple dome stands out against the bad air quality as a result from from wildfires in northern california, seen from the oakland hills in oakland, calif. The oakland california temple is the th operating temple of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints the building of the oakland california temple was announced on 26 may 1962. Since many people i know across the internet have not had the opportunity to tour through a mormon temple and see how beautiful the various rooms inside are, im providing this pictorial temple tour. Media in category oakland california temple the following 26 files are in this category, out of 26 total. The oakland california temple mormon temple is the th temple of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints which shines like a beacon on a nightly basis up in the east oakland hillside.
Temple visitors center is celebrating the 75th anniversary of the first stake of the church of. White framed oakland temple 22x16 framed art deseret book. The oakland temple was dedicated on november 17, 1964 by david o. Then after being closed for renovations, it was rededicated on june 16, 2019, by dallin h. The surrounding area is made up of several distinct and quieter neighborhoods, including the pleasant districts of squirrel hill and shadyside. This is the video played prior to entry of the oakland, ca lds temple for the public opening.
All oakland temple artwork ships within 48 hours and includes a 30day moneyback guarantee. Following is a list of the current and former presidents of the oakland california temple. A look inside the renovated oakland california temple oakland news now today blog sf bay area news. Apr 12, 2020 enrich your life with the cultural arts of a diverse community. The open house of the oakland california temple will takes place saturday, may 11, through saturday june 1, but will be closed on sundays may. This temple has suspended all operations and ordinances until further notice. The church has released internal shots of the newly renovated oakland california temple of the church. Oakland is the largest city and the county seat of alameda county, california, united states. Altus fine art is a religious art publisher focused on.
Buy oakland temple framed prints from our community of independent artists and iconic brands. East baytimes is the leading source of breaking news, local news, sports, entertainment, lifestyle and opinion for contra costa county, alameda county, oakland and beyond. Home of the temple hill symphony orchestra, temple hill choir and the behold dance collective. The oakland california temple was the churchs th temple when president david. Oakland california temple mormonism, the mormon church. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. If youre a fan of architecture or if youre interested in religions, a visit is a must. This article was originally written laurie snow turner for the deseret news. Oakland ca lds temple art lds temples on canvas lds. East bay times contra costa and alameda county news.
Collection of the oakland california lds temple paintings and photographs by various artists available in paper prints and canvas with framing options. The oakland california temple formerly the oakland temple is the 15th constructed and th. When it was discovered that someone had taken pictures and. The synagogue assisted dozens of congregants who lost their homes in the oakland hills fire in 1991. But following the renovation and before the temple is rededicated it will be open to the public through june 1. Mormon temple in oakland reopens to the public for a. Jordan and brielle nally pictured, both seniors at brigham young universityidaho, pose in front of the newly renovated oakland temple of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints that was rededicated on fathers day june 16 and opened to church members only following a. Pages in category oakland california temple this category contains only the following page. The church has put together a short video showcasing some of the renovations. In february 2018 the oakland temple closed for substantial renovation. The oakland temple was the th temple built in the world and the 2nd temple built in california. The temple was originally designed without windows to create a theaterlike setting because the oakland temple was one of the first to.
Rare glimpse inside oaklands mormon temple kicks off 3 weeks of. Based on first presidency direction, temple activities have been temporarily adjusted. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints has rededicated its temple in oakland, california, on sunday. The oakland temple and millions of other books are available for amazon. Oakland, ca lds temple opening intro video youtube. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Oakland one of the east bays most stunning landmarks, the 170foot white granite mormon temple in the oakland hills, is closing for about a year for renovations. For the first time in 55 years, the public will have a chance, starting saturday, to tour the oakland mormon temple. Artist david best will mark parkland anniversary with temple of time the artist whose massive wooden structures have become a fixture at the annual burning man festival is now constructing a. Completed in 1964 the building now includes more than 95,000 square feet in oakland, ca. Marcus books oakland, ca an excellent bookstore youtube. Enrich your life with the cultural arts of a diverse community. Inside, smiling ushers welcomed the tour group as it moved through the hallways and from room to room.
May 14, 2019 the temple is monumental if youve ever wondered at night about those dramatically lit spires in the hills above oakland, now is your chance to see the temple from the inside. Elder stevenson said many in the community have had an interest in seeing the inside of the iconic temple. Oakland mormon temple to offer rare public viewing after. I have never been inside the oakland temple, but after seeing this video, ive put it on my places to visit list. Lds church rededicates california temple in oakland kutv. Artist david best will mark parkland anniversary with temple. The golden spires of the 170foot oakland california temple are a landmark sight in the east bay area of oakland, california.
See inside the renovated oakland california temple. The oakland california temple formerly the oakland temple is the 15th constructed and th operating temple of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church. Criticism of mormonism line documents letter to a ces director source. With its completion, the oakland temple was the second of seven temples in california. A temple open house is important, elder cook said, because everybody gets to see whats inside, which eliminates the feeling of, what is going on in there. That work was finished in may 2019 when the oakland temple was again open for three weeks for public tours, the first time the public has been invited inside the oakland temple since 1964.
The church announced on sunday that under the direction of president dallin h. Oaklands allen temple baptist church celebrates 100 years. The public is invited to tour the newly renovated oakland california temple of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Site of oakland warehouse fire was jammed with flammable objects. The fivespired white granite landmark known simply as the mormon temple is a center for northern california members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. The oakland california temple is an enduring bay area landmark that shines like a beacon from the oakland hills, directly across from san francisco. In his holy temples, we receive his greatest promises to inherit all that. The vietnamese restaurant is located at 2307 international blvd. However, there was a time when taking photographs of the inside of the temple was also strictly forbidden. The oakland temple is a direct fulfillment of this prophecy made by one who later became a president of the lds church. No cameras were allowed, but the media on monday was allowed inside the oakland california temple for the first time since 1964, when the. See 17 new photos inside the renovated oakland california.
Oakland mormon temple to offer rare public viewing after renovation. Oakland california temple opens doors to the public after. A journey into the holy of holies in a latterday saints temple. The magnificent temple rises as an ensign in glistening white stone on the hills overlooking the city of oakland and over the waters of the famous san francisco bay, which leads out to the pacific ocean.
Heres your first look inside the renovated oakland temple. The rabbis and congregants have taken part in a wide variety of other community activities. The public open house for the newly renovated oakland temple will start this saturday, may 11th and run through june 1st. Before we share the photos with you, here are a couple of facts that you might not know about the oakland temple. Enjoy ebooks and audiobooks on your smartphone or tablet with our free app, deseret bookshelf. The oakland familysearch library is on temple hill and is shown in the lower right hand corner of this photo. Oakland california temple pictures lds temple pictures. Inside secretive mormon temple in california with a celestial room and mysterious sealing room as landmark building opens its doors for the first time in. Growingup in the area, i remember my aunt and uncle regularly pointing out the mormon temple and saying that it was one of the most visible sights around the bay area and.
Its a reminder for the community of a disturbing moment nearly two weeks ago when vandals scrawled a hateful, antisemitic message on the outdoor wall of the synagogue on the first. The oakland california temple graces the oakland east bay hills and overlooks the beautiful san francisco bay area. Prior to the rededication of the temple, a youth devotional will be held on. Oct 02, 2017 the words shalom, love not hate and we are beautiful are written on a large sheet of paper hanging inside temple sinai in oakland. Mckay announced that the oakland temple would be built, he declared, we feel that the time has come when these prophecies should be fulfilled. And now, for the next several weeks, the temple is hosting an open house, including tours of the inside. Jun 05, 2017 marcus books located in oakland california 2nd location opening in san francisco is one of the nations premier stores focused on black books and culture. Since the late 1990s temple sinai has undertaken numerous social action projects, including an awardwinning literacy program in oakland s public schools. This is a private website as a gift to the church of jesus. The temple sits on a prominent site in the oakland hills and has become a local landmark. Timp temple nauvoo temple oakland temple payson temple provo temple sacramento temple. This is the first time its been open to the public in 55 years.
Oakland temple open house and rededication dates lds. Each museumquality oakland temple framed print may be customized with hundreds of different frame and mat options. Nephi chapter 17, from the book of mormon, relating how christ blessed the children during his visit to the people of ancient america. Contributed by alexa reimschussel, church news staff writer. Photo tour of the mormon temple in oakland and the.
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