Bakersfield California Temple
“Temple teachings center on Jesus Christ, whose house this is. All that is taught here relates to our Savior. This is His house. This is His work and the work of His Father.”
Location - 12310 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93314
Project Questions
What is the community impact?
What is the community impact?
Like all residents of Bakersfield, members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints value a community that is inclusive and one that welcomes all religious faiths.
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What are the plans for the temple?
What are the plans for the temple?
The Church has conducted numerous studies to ensure the temple is following all requirements from the City of Bakersfield.
Site Plan
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What are some facts, common terms, and questions about the temple building process?
What are some facts, common terms, and questions about the temple building process?
Here is a fact sheet about the Bakersfield California Temple.
Here is a key terms and definitionsdocument related to environmental studies, land use regulations, and development agreements, making it easier to understand the requirements for the temple project.
Here is a list ofquestions and answers about building temples.
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What is the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA)?
What is the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA)?
Here is a copy of
What is the land use entitlement process?
What is the land use entitlement process?
Navigating the land use entitlement process is crucial for any property development project.
This guide outlines the essential steps involved, from the initial design phase to obtaining necessary municipal approvals.
Project Timeline
April 2, 2023
The Bakersfield California Temple is announced by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, to be built in Bakersfield, CAJuly 25, 2023
The temple site is announced in Bakersfield at corner of Stockdale Hwy. and Jewetta Ave.January 8, 2024
The Bakersfield California Temple rendering image is releasedJuly 9, 2024
Neighborhood open house is held for the templeDecember 2024
City of Bakersfield selected firm to conduct Environmental Impact ReviewWhat Is A Temple?
Temples are sacred places where we draw nearer to our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ. Temples have been around for a long time. The Bible talks about temples in the time of Moses, Solomon, and Jesus Christ. Today, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints builds temples all over the world. Temples connect us to our families for eternity and give us peace, spiritual power, and inspiration as we prepare to eventually live with God.
You can learn more about temples here on theChurch’s temple website .
You can learn more about temples here on the
Questions About Temples
How are temples different from churches?
How are temples different from churches?
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints worship in meetinghouses around the world, and visitors are always welcome to participate.
Depending on the size of the congregation and other circumstances, these meetinghouses could range from a large brick church building to a rented storefront. In any case, these meetinghouses are where people gather together regularly for Sunday worship services, classes, social activities, and more.
Temples are set aside from the everyday world as sacred, holy places where we perform the ordinances that bind us to God and to our families for eternity. They are a place of deep reverence where Latter-day Saints who have prepared themselves for temple worship put away distractions such as cell phones and casual conversations to focus on God and His Son, Jesus Christ.
Depending on the size of the congregation and other circumstances, these meetinghouses could range from a large brick church building to a rented storefront. In any case, these meetinghouses are where people gather together regularly for Sunday worship services, classes, social activities, and more.
Temples are set aside from the everyday world as sacred, holy places where we perform the ordinances that bind us to God and to our families for eternity. They are a place of deep reverence where Latter-day Saints who have prepared themselves for temple worship put away distractions such as cell phones and casual conversations to focus on God and His Son, Jesus Christ.
Can anyone go inside a temple?
Can anyone go inside a temple?
When temples are first built or after they have undergone extensive renovations, open houses are held for the public so they can take a tour inside. After a temple is dedicated for sacred use, it is open only to members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who have worked to prepare themselves for the experience. However, many dedicated temples have beautiful grounds and even visitors’ centers that are still open to the public.