The Blessings of Temples Across Europe - Elder Gérald Caussé Ministry

As his ministry in Europe nears completion, Elder Gérald Caussé of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, accompanied by his wife, Valérie, visited the Paris France Temple on Thursday and Friday, February 26-27, 2026. They participated in sacred ceremonies, visited with patrons and leaders of the temple, and met with new members of the Church along with journalists at the Paris Temple Visitors’ Center. “The ordinances of the temple differentiate us from all other Christian churches,” Elder Caussé said at the Paris South Stake conference held for Latter-day Saints and friends of the faith on Sunday, February 22. “How many churches can say and affirm that families can be eternal?” Temples are sacred spaces for Latter-day Saints. The ceremonies within allow family bonds to endure beyond death. Temples are distinct from local chapels. Sunday services and other weekday activities at local meetinghouses are open to all. Temples are reserved for prepared and faithful members. Read more at Newsroom.ChurchofJesusChrist.org.