教会于2025年12月14日在缅因州波特兰宣布首座庙宇为圣诞节献祭。 The Church announced its first temple in Portland, Maine, on December 14, 2025, during a Christmas devotional.

2025年12月14日, 第一任总统宣布了在缅因州波特兰建造一座新寺庙的计划。 On December 14, 2025, the First Presidency announced plans for a new temple in Portland, Maine, during a Christmas devotional, marking the first temple in the state. 年长的Allen D. Haynie宣布了这项公告,与会者们为此欢庆和欢乐情绪。 Elder Allen D. Haynie made the announcement, which was met with emotional celebration and spiritual joy among attendees. 这座寺庙将是全球第383座, The temple will be the 383rd globally, reflecting the Church’s expanded temple-building strategy. 虽然关于地点和施工时间表的细节仍未披露,但该公告强调教会在缅因州的成长和持久存在,那里的传教工作始于1832年。 While details on location and construction timeline remain undisclosed, the announcement underscores the growth and enduring presence of the Church in Maine, where missionary work began in 1832.