SALT LAKE CITY-Wednesday evening, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints closed all temples worldwide temporarily.

The First Presidency and Quorum of Twelve Apostles made this determination “after careful and prayerful consideration.”

They confirmed that this is a temporary adjustment in their statement and they anticipate the day that all of these temples can reopen.

Presently, Heber Valley members of the Salt Lake City-based faith are in the Provo Temple district.

The following details have also been provided:

-Temple staff will contact all patrons with an existing appointment to confirm cancellation

-When temples resume activity, patrons should contact the temple to reschedule their living ordinances

-members with additional questions are invited to visit with their bishop or stake president.