In'Spiring' Perspective

Words and photographic progression of the 2nd spire on the temple, from fellow Temple Chaser....Jolin Mahoney

"My husband had been to the temple just the morning before; neither of the spires had been placed on the temple.  We read on "Temple Chasers" of the spire being delivered along with the Angel Moroni.  This morning we had an appointment, since we were already going by the temple we knew we had to stop and try to catch a glimpse of the spires.  As we neared the temple we saw the crane...which was nothing new but what was new was that it was attached to the final spire...we got closer and realized beyond belief that we had happened upon a truly momentous occasion.  The last of the twin spires was transcending to it's prized spot on top of our beautiful temple.  I could not get out of the van fast enough. Camera in  hand I ran to catch the moment, to capture on film the breathtaking even-taking place.  I had prayed for this chance to photograph something remarkable, to be there with my camera so the Lord could take the picture.  I am forever grateful for this answer to prayer.  What a precious opportunity to forever hold in my hand and heart the day the last temple spire transcended toward heaven."

Jolin

Thank you for sharing your experience with us Jolin!

It is my understanding that an important event may or may not occur between 1-3 at the temple lot today.  I am there in spirit.

Happy Temple Chasing!

In"Spiring"

The Temple spires are up!

The first one was set in place yesterday, the 21st.

And the second spire went up early this morning, the 22nd.

And what comes next...on the second spire...facing east?

The spires are IN!!!  In"spiring"!!

Work

Even as the second spire has been placed on the temple this morning, I am so impressed with how quickly the building has progressed.  It won't be long before Moroni, with trumpet in hand, will be raised and set on his east facing perch.

I am grateful for those workers who show up every day.  I am guessing that no matter what their belief or faith is, they too are grateful for the work.

By work we sustain and enrich life. It enables us to survive the disappointments and tragedies of the mortal experience. Hard-earned achievement brings a sense of self-worth. Work builds and refines character, creates beauty, and is the instrument of our service to one another and to God. A consecrated life is filled with work, sometimes repetitive, sometimes menial, sometimes unappreciated but always work that improves, orders, sustains, lifts, ministers, aspires.”

Reflections on a Consecrated LifeD. Todd Christofferson

The 1st and 2nd spires are now on the temple.  I am working on getting those pictures on here. This life of work is such a blessing.

Under Wraps

Imagine what some fellow Temple Chaser's witnessed last night as they ventured over on one of their frequent excursions to the lot.

The truck carrying Moroni and it's spire arrived.

And imagine how the trucker felt when he approached the lot with his hushed load on what he thought would be a quiet and unassuming mission...

You just can't keep a good Chaser away from this kind of good news.

It's all under wraps of course, but it's there!!!

What a blessed thing to happen to a great bunch of people.

An incredible sunset to finish off the event, is not so bad either.

This great work is rolling forth Chasers!  I'm excited for those who are able to witness this work in process.  

As always, if anyone has any photos or stories they would like to share, please let me know!  

"The Night Sky"

The jeweler

Holds out the black velvet cloth,

And thousands of diamonds

of every size,

Glitter and gleam and hold my eyes.

Then I see

The jeweler's careful clockwork,

As the celestial bodies circle

Their appointed paths

With unfailing precision and unending beauty.

There are some 

Who say there is no God,

But I know there is

a Heavenly Jeweler

For I have seen His gems.

by Jana Powell, "The Night Sky", New Era, June 1984, 51

Closer

“I think there is no place in the world where I feel closer to the Lord than in one of His holy temples.”

President Thomas S. Monson