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LDS leaders, families gather for Payson Utah Temple dedication

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Attendees enter the Payson Utah Temple for the dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

Attendees enter the Payson Utah Temple for the dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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Attendees enter the Payson Utah Temple for the dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

Attendees enter the Payson Utah Temple for the dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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President Henry B. Eyring waves to the choir after placing mortar in the cornerstone during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

President Henry B. Eyring waves to the choir after placing mortar in the cornerstone during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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Disney Lee, 5, places mortar in the cornerstone at the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

Disney Lee, 5, places mortar in the cornerstone at the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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Jason and Madison Binks walk the temple grounds after the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

Jason and Madison Binks walk the temple grounds after the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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A choir sings during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

A choir sings during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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Vincent Grant, 12, places mortar in the cornerstone at the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

Vincent Grant, 12, places mortar in the cornerstone at the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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Madie and Emma Dietz sit by the fountain during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

Madie and Emma Dietz sit by the fountain during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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The Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

The Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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Elder Quentin Cook and President Henry B. Eyring prepare to mortar the cornerstone during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

Elder Quentin Cook and President Henry B. Eyring prepare to mortar the cornerstone during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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Youth place mortar in the cornerstone at the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

Youth place mortar in the cornerstone at the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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Attendees watch the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

Attendees watch the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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President Henry B. Eyring and Elder Kent Richards prepare to mortar the cornerstone during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

President Henry B. Eyring and Elder Kent Richards prepare to mortar the cornerstone during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

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Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

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President Henry Eyring waves to the youths as they participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

President Henry Eyring waves to the youths as they participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

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Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

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Elder Dallin Oaks waves to youths as they participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Elder Dallin Oaks waves to youths as they participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

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Elder Russell Nelson waves to youths as they participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Elder Russell Nelson waves to youths as they participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

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Elder Quentin Cook watches youths as they participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Elder Quentin Cook watches youths as they participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

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Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

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Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News
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Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

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Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News
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Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News
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Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News
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Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News
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Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

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Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News
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Attendees enter the Payson Utah Temple for the dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
Attendees enter the Payson Utah Temple for the dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
President Henry B. Eyring waves to the choir after placing mortar in the cornerstone during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
Disney Lee, 5, places mortar in the cornerstone at the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
Jason and Madison Binks walk the temple grounds after the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
A choir sings during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
Vincent Grant, 12, places mortar in the cornerstone at the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
Madie and Emma Dietz sit by the fountain during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
The Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
Elder Quentin Cook and President Henry B. Eyring prepare to mortar the cornerstone during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
Youth place mortar in the cornerstone at the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
Attendees watch the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony and dedication in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
President Henry B. Eyring and Elder Kent Richards prepare to mortar the cornerstone during the Payson Utah Temple cornerstone ceremony in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
The Payson Utah Temple in Payson Sunday, June 7, 2015.
Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
President Henry Eyring waves to the youths as they participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
Elder Dallin Oaks waves to youths as they participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
Elder Russell Nelson waves to youths as they participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
Elder Quentin Cook watches youths as they participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.
Youths participate in a cultural celebration at BYU Saturday, June 6, 2015. The celebration was in conjunction with the Payson Utah Temple dedication.

Following the youth celebration of the night before, the Payson Utah Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was dedicated in three sessions Sunday, June 7.

Expected to serve about 93,000 LDS Church members, the new temple is located at 930 West 1494 South in Payson. It is the 15th LDS temple in Utah.

"We want this to be a youth temple," said Lana Hiskey, chairwoman of public affairs for the temple. "We want the youth to come, and to feel excited."

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