What is the difference between attending church and the temple?

Kimberly. answered…

We go to church weekly to worship and take the sacrament, which is like communion. Everyone, no matter their faith, is welcome to come to church services and learn more about the Gospel.

The temple is a special place where members make further promises to Heavenly Father that they will keep his commandments. It is also where we are married, or sealed together, and where we can be baptized and sealed for our family members who have died before having those opportunities in life.

To go to the temple you need a card called a temple reccomend from your church leaders that confirms that you are currently doing your best to follow Christ and His Gospel as a member of the Church.

Jennie answered…

We attend church (a ward as we call it) every Sunday for 3 hours. We have Sacrament meeting, in which everyone in the ward is present and we take the Sacrament of bread and water (symbolizing the body and blood of Jesus Christ) and hear from various speakers. The other 2 hours are devoted to Sunday School, where men and women meet together, as well as a Sunday School style class separated by gender: Relief Society for the women and Elder's Quorum for the men.

The Temple is a place we go to make and remember sacred covenants that we make with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. These covenants are beautiful promises to help us make our way back to the Kingdom of God once we die.

Steve Miles answered…

The church is where we go every week to worship God in a peaceful and spiritual atmosphere. The temple is where we go to feel even closer to our Heavenly Father, worship him, and just do so many things that grow and encourage our faith in him. We also make sacred covenants there and learn more about how we can help ourselves and the people around us find ways to improve our lives. Because of its sacred nature only members of our church who keep themselves worthy through obeying gods commandments can attend.

Michael answered…

the temple is a sacred place not only for worship, but to make very sacred covenants with god. Only members of the highest standards are allowed to enter, and it is there that the presence of god is the strongest. In the temple is where we are sealed to families forever, and do ordinances like baptism for the dead.

Rachel answered…

Church services are offered on Sunday only, and last 3 hours long. Church is a place to take the sacrament, go to classes, and have opportunities to serve other members in the assigned ward. Church worship is open to anybody and everybody. The temple on the other hand is for worthy members who have been interviewed. It is a place to perform sacred ordinances for the living and the dead. These ordinances allow families to be sealed for time and eternity. Temple worship can be done any day of the week, except for Sunday and sometimes Monday. It lasts for 1-2 hrs.

Sharon answered…

Attending the Temple means you have to have a temple recommend, live higher ethical values, pay 10% tithing, meet with the bishop and be counseled on living our faith in accordance with our religion.

The temple is a sacred place, the most holy place on earth. The home of God here on earth. A place of doing his work not mans work. More peaceful than any other place you can be on earth. Where you can feel love and joy.

Attending the Temple means you have the opportunity to be in a house of God a house of learning and closer to the spiritual ways of God. We need to feel his strength by doing his work.

Attending the church means come and worship with us learn the Lords ways so we can be closer on a daily bases. Teaching our children all they need to have peace and love in this world. Studing the scriptures and lessons about Christ is a centered activity each Sunday. Families are strengthened and each individual is inlightened from the spirit.

Chris answered…

A Mormon church building is where we go on Sunday's for our worship services. We also have weekly activities in the church building. Anyone is welcome to come to a church building.

A Temple is much different than a church building as they are much bigger and are made of finer materials. A Temple is the House of the Lord where at anytime He may come and visit.

Only member's of the church who hold a Temple recommend may enter a Temple. In Temples we learn our true relationship with God. We learn more about His plan for us. We perform sacred ordinance's in the Temple

Heidi answered…

We go to a meetinghouse, known as a chapel, on Sundays. We may attend the temple for special things like weddings. We refer to temple weddings as "sealings." We believe families may be "sealed together" for all time by participating in temple ordinances. We consider the temple to be extremely sacred, so only members of the Church who commit to obey Heavenly Father's commandments qualify themselves to enter.

Clarissa answered…

When you attend a Mormon Church, you do not have to be a member of the church, and you can attend as many meetings as you like. Attending a Mormon Temple is reserved for not just members of the Church, but for those who carry a Temple Recommend, which can only be obtained after an interview with both the stake president and the bishop.

Evan Waechtler answered…

Attending church is different than attending the temple in many aspects. Attending church, we learn the principals of the gospel. We study doctrine and share our opinions with others in a loving atmosphere. We teach each other. We meet new people and socialize. In the temple we also learn but on a more personal level. We go to the temple to do service in a place closer to God and away from the world. The temple is a sacred place. We also attend to make sacred covenants with God.

Loren answered…

We have many chapels or churches throughout the world where we worship each Sunday. The difference between those buildings and a Temple is the nature of worship that is performed. In a temple we are instructed and make sacred covenants. It is different in that certain standards of worthiness must be met to enter into such a holy and sacred place.

Stephen James answered…

Temples are where people can be married, and where families can be sealed like my family is with my mother. It's also a place where work is done for the dead who haven't been baptized with His authority. In order to go inside, we need to be pure and we are given recommends. It's not open on Sundays.

We go to church on Sundays and that's where we worship and remember Jesus Christ. At church, people get together to learn the word of God and to take the sacrament. It's refreshing to be with people who have the same challenges in life and yet, to support each other in being stronger!

John answered…

Church is the place where we go each Sunday to worship and learn together about how to better follow the example and teachings of Christ. Temples are actually not even open on Sunday, except for the visitors center that may be right next to a temple. We attend temples to perform sacred ordinances, to be taught doctrines of the gospel, and to feel the closeness of our Father in Heaven. It truly is the House of the Lord, and the spirit and feeling present there is a testimony of that fact. And because it is the House of the Lord, and as such a very sacred place, only those Mormons who obey God's commandments are worthy to enter.

Hap answered…

Temples are institutes of learning and performing the work for our ancestors. While Churches are for worshiping and caring for the immediate needs of members.

For this reason Temples are not used on the Sabbath rather as Temples in the Old and New Testament times for the daily work of learning.

Churches today are for worshiping, like the Synagogues where in ancient times.

Dixie answered…

Mormons attend their Sunday church meetings in a dedicated chapel. Each city or town is divided into individual parishes, or what Mormon's call a "Ward". Each ward is assigned a chapel or Ward Building where we attend our meetings. Each chapel houses one, two, or three wards who all attend their meetings at consecutive hours on sunday. Smaller congregations are called a "Branch", these branches also have their own meeting place or church building and attend meetings on Sunday. Anyone can attend a church meeting member or non - member alike.
The Temple is different than a chapel in that, specific ordinances and ceremonies are performed there. Members who have obeyed God's commandments and are worthy to enter the Temple can serve in the Temple Monday through Saturday. The majority of Mormon Temples are open from early morning till early evening. The first time an individual attends the Temple they will obtaining their own individual ordinance, there after they serve the Lord by performing ordinances for others.

Abbey answered…

We attend church every Sunday. We partake of the Sacrament and attend other meetings to uplift and edify ourselves. Our churches are sacred buildings, houses of the Lord. Visitors are welcome and encouraged to attend. Baptisms and Confirmations (giving of the Gift of the Holy Ghost) are also performed. We attend our temples as often as we are able, usually at least once a month. In our temples, other sacred ordinances are performed. Baptisms, Sealings, etc. Our temples are literally houses of the Lord. They are the same temples you can read about in the Bible. Visitors are allowed on temple grounds and in visitors centers and waiting rooms but are not allowed in areas of the temple where these other ordinances are performed. To enter the temple and partake of these ordinances, you must be a worthy member of the church. When our temples are dedicated, there is an open house the month before where anyone may walk through the entire temple prior to the dedication. Things that happen in the temple are not secret but they are sacred.

Eric. answered…

Churches, or meetinghouses, are found all over the world and are used for Sabbath worship where we sing, learn, and partake of the sacrament. Everyone, I repeat everyone, is welcome to join with us in our Sunday services.
Temples are buildings set apart from the world where only worthy members of the church in good standing may enter to participate in sacred ordinances. Our Father in Heaven really wants everyone to worthily enter the temple; we just have to prepare first.

Jared Kent S. answered…

Mormon churches are open to all members of the church and to anyone of any faith. In our church services, we are instructed in the gospel and take the sacrament. When we take the sacrament, we promise to keep the commandments of God and to always remember His Son, Jesus Christ. For members of the church, this is an opportunity to express their ongoing commitment to Jesus Christ and His gospel.

Mormon temples are special, sacred buildings. Church members in good standing can attend the temple as often as occasion permits. In temples, church members gain additional learning and make additional promises that are a further expression of our commitment to keeping God's commandments. Because of the sacred nature of temple worship, church members do not share the details of temple worship outside of the temple.

Temples provide a special sanctuary from the cares of life where we can find peace and serenity and draw ourselves closer to God. In fact, many church members find great spiritual strength to deal with the challenges of life as they attend the temple.

Chris answered…

There are several differences between attending church on Sundays at a meeting house and attending the temple. Firstly, We attend church meetings on Sundays as a part of keeping the Sabbath Day holy. We do it to "Keep [ourselves] unspotted from the world." We "Go to the house of prayer (church meeting house) and offer up [our] sacraments upon [His] (Heavenly Father's) holy day." We further believe "This is a day appointed unto [us] to pay [our] devotions unto the Most High." (Doctrine and Covenants 59:9-10.) By offering up our sacraments unto the Lord, it is meant that we humble ourselves before Him, and learn of him, and renew our covenants with Him by partaking of the Sacrament (bread and water), in the name of Jesus Christ. When we come to church, we learn of the teachings of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, of whom our faith is centered in. We come to church to learn, to grow, and to be strengthened. We do the things necessary for our salvation. When we go to the Temple, we perform ordinances, learn, and make covenants for and in behalf of deceased persons, whether they be family members, friends, or just brothers or sisters in the human family. One major difference between the two edifices: The church meeting house and the Temple, is that you need a special recommendation to enter the Temple. This is to ensure that you are worthy, because we as Latter-day Saints believe that the presence of the Lord is in His Temples, in a way that can nowhere else be found.

Stephanie answered…

Church is a place we go to worship, learn and cleanse ourselves each week. It's a place where we can think about things we can do better the following week and make commitments to do them, where we can repent and forgive both ourselves and others, where we can learn about the Gospel, the scriptures, and our faith, and where we can serve each other in ways that help individuals grow.

The temple is a very sacred place. It is reserved for those who have recieved a recommend by living their life in accordance with Gospel principles and requirements. Inside there are sacred ordinances performed that help further our understanding of our Heavenly Father's plan for us and bind us together with our families for all eternity.

Kaitlyn answered…

Attending Church Meetings is something we do weekly. Everyone can attend church even if they are not worthy to attend the temple. Attending the temple is something worthy members do as often as they are able. One person may be able to go to the temple once a week, others may only be able to go once in their life.
When we attend church each week we renew the personal covenants we made with Heavenly Father at baptism. When we attend the temple we are making covenants in behalf of those who have died.

Jenna Andersen answered…

Our weekly church meetings are open to everyone, and an opportunity for us to renew and remember the covenants we made at baptism. We have three sets of one hour meetings, where we meet together and learn about the scriptures, gospel principles, and share our testimonies.

The temple is open for those who have made commitments regarding the way God would have them live. This includes standards of dress, honesty, belief in Jesus Christ, and other standards pertaining to the commandments of God. At the temple we are taught sacred things in a calm, peaceful, beautiful environment. Most of what we do is known as "work for the dead", preforming ordinances like baptism for those who have died and are unable to be present in the flesh to declare their allegiance to God.

Deryn answered…

Church is the weekly program to keep the attendees inspired and motivated to do what is right. We attend church so that we can uplift one another by participating in the various programs we have. These programs are designed to teach, edify and uplift. Here we all participate in classes and in the sacrament meeting. (This is a meeting where we can renew our covenants and listen to inspired talks from other members.) Here all are allowed to attend.

The temple is reserved for special ordinances and we attend the temple to better serve the Lord. Here only those who are worthy to attend are allowed in. The programs here include the Endowment, Washings and Annointings and work for the dead. These ordinances are of a sacred nature and are not discussed outside the temple.

In the times of the Saviour, they too attended weekly meetings in their meetinghouses and synagouges. But when special ordinances, sacrifices and praises to God were done, the people attended the temple. There too, the people had to go through special cleansing and purifying acts to attend the temple. Not all were allowed, only those who were deemed worthy. That is why the Saviour cleansed the temple on two occasions, as they were corrupting that which was meant to be sacred.

Temple worship is aimed at the family, and all should have their goals set on attending the temple.

Jenny answered…

Both places are sacred to me, but they provide different opportunities for learning & worship. Each Sunday, when I attend church meetings, I am able to "renew" my baptismal covenants when I partake of the sacrament & I am reminded of the promises I made when I was baptized - to follow the example of my Savior in all that I do in this life. I try to go to the temple each month & participate in other essential ordinances. Temple attendance reminds me of the sacred covenants that I have made which helps me stay focussed on the promises of eternal life.  

Bryan answered…

When attending the Sunday services at a Mormon church, one will notice a few things. First, the classes are taught by ward members that are not certified as teachers. We teach each other and have group discussions based on the material we are studying at the time. Topics range all over, but are all centered on the Scriptures and Jesus Christ. Also, we all meet together in what is called Sacrament Meeting. This is where we partake of the bread and water in remembrance of the sacrifice our Savior made on our behalf. We then have a few speakers that share their personal messages with us. The meeting block is 3 hours, but it flies by almost every time for me.

Attending a Mormon Temple is a unique experience, very different to the Sunday meetings. Everyone dresses in all white and we make sacred covenants with God to follow His commandments. There is no set schedule where members are required to attend the Temple, only when their schedule permits it. We learn more about the Plan of Salvation and how we fit into that plan.

Julie answered…

The difference between church attendence and temple attendace is that church EVERYONE is welcome. That is where we have our Sunday worship as well as different activities during the week. The temple is a sacred place where special and sacred ordinances are performed that members of the church who are in good standing and have a current reccomned that says they are in good standing are able to participate in. While a dedicated temple isn't open to the general public all are welcome to tour the temple grounds. To gain a temple reccomend you must be a baptized and confirmed memeber of the church for at least one year and normally temple reccomends are issued when the person in question is in their mid 20's or preparing for a mission, you need live basic gospel principles (such as keeping the law of chastity, the Word or Wisdom, etc...), the you have an interview with your bishop and stake president and he will ask you certain questions to your worthiness, and if the answers are satisfactory then you will be issued a temple reccomend.

Maija-Liisa Årsnes answered…

The Temple can be attended only by active members that have a templerecomend. To obtain a recomend you need to be active and sustain the Church, its leaders and teachings.
Anyone can attend the church, also non mormons are wellcome!

John answered…

Our churches are places of regular worship where we meet every Sunday to gather as a congregation, learn of the Lord's teachings, sing songs of praise, offer prayers of faith, and renew our devotion to the Lord and to living His gospel. During the weekdays, church buildings are also used as gathering places for youth activities and sometimes additional study groups or meetings. All are welcome to come in and worship with us in our church buildings. On Sundays you will often see people wearing their Sunday best to gather and worship together.

The temples fulfill a unique role in our worship and devotion to God similar to what role the tabernacle in the Old Testament fulfilled for the house of Israel. The temple is considered a holy place, even the house of the Lord, just like the tabernacle was considered. In the temple we are taught about God's plan for us, we make covenants or binding promises to follow Him and his plan, and we participate in sacred ordinances or ceremonies for ourselves and our ancestors. For example, in the temple we are married, or sealed together as we say in our church, for time and all eternity. The temple is a beautiful and sacred place. Just like with our churches, we want all to come and participate in the marvelous work and worship performed within the temple, however, we need to be living up to God's standards and be willing and ready to make greater covenants and commitments to the Lord before entering in.

Nolan Brodowski answered…

Mormon Churches are where members of The Church and non members can go to feel The Lord's Spirit and worship in a referent setting. It's a place that uplifts our faith in Jesus Christ. We partake of the Sacrament (The Lord's Supper) there. This helps us remember why the Savior died for our sins.

Mormon Temples are what we call "The House of the Lord." It is a very sacred, holy place that only members of the Church (that are worthy or prepared to go through) can go. We feel in great abundance The Lord's Spirit there. We learn about the purpose of life and about who we are as children of God.

Dorothea answered…

A Mormon Church is a place we gather for our Sunday worship services. We meet to take the sacrament, the bread and water, in memory of Jesus Christ's body and blood that he gave for us. We also have Sunday School lessons and other spiritual meetings. Children attend primary and the youth attend their own lessons as well.

During the week we use our church buildings for a variety of activities such as youth activities, basketball games, women's meetings, ward activities including holiday parties, pinewood derbies and other fun recreational activities.

Our Temples are only used for specific spiritual and sacred events. These include being married or sealed for time and all eternity, baptisms on behalf of deceased ancestors, and a ceremony in which we learn more about the purpose of life and our eternal destiny.

Anyone can attend a Mormon church, in fact, we welcome and appreciate visitors. Temples, however, are especially sacred to us and so in order to enter a temple one must be a member of the Mormon church in good standing, living certain required commandments.

Brian David answered…

A Mormon church is for Sunday worship. Everyone is welcome and time is divided into three blocks: Sacrament Meeting, Sunday School, and Priesthood/Relief Society. They are regular buildings you would imagine someone to go to church in.

A Mormon Temple is used for ordinance work on behalf of deceased people. Ordinances, such as baptisims, are performed by members of the church through proxy a stand in for the deceased. These buildings are built to a much high degree of beauty and quality than a regular church. Also, to enter one, you need to be a member of the church in good standing. A Temple Recommend, obtained through the bishop of your ward congregation provides this in an interview. Because of their sacred nature as houses of the Lord, Mormons find solace in attending the Temple and frequently go their to escape the hustle of life and to gain insight and revelation. Temples, depending on their size, are usually open throughout the week, but remained closed on Sundays and Monday evenings. Before they are dedicated, they are open to the public for inspection. After the dedication, you need to hold a Temple Recommend to enter. Pictures of the insides of recently dedicated temples can be found frequently on www.lds.org.

Evandro answered…

A Mormon Church is where you maintain your weekly doses of the gospel, renewing the covenant of baptism and learning of God in the sunday morning classes. While, attending a Mormon Temple implies into making and renewing the most sacred ordinances revealed through the modern prohpets, by ourselves and those who we love.

TANNER WEST answered…

Both are very important. Church is a place where we worship God by partaking the sacrament which means that we recognize our covenant that we made with God when we were baptized to always remember him and keep his comandments. The church is also organized with classes of different ages and genders with leaders that teach us important things about the gospel of Jesus Christ and a time for us to make plans with other activities we want to have through out the year.
A temple is a more sacred place to go and is so sacred that you have to be intervied by a bishop or branch president in order to enter in. A temple is where we make promises with God, just like how we make promises at our baptisms we make promises in the temple that are more sacred. A temple is a house of the lord, its his home and its important to remain worthy in order to enter into his home to make those promises with him.

Matt! answered…

In a church socializing is encouraged whereas in the temple all conversation is a only directed towards spiritual topics. I agree with our leader, President Monson, that the greatest blessings available in this life are found in the covenants of the temple.

Christa answered…

This is a really great question. Every Sunday members and non-members are welcome to attend our church services. Church is generally 3 one hour blocks where we meet together, sing, hear or give talks on various topics about the gospel, provident living, health etc. One hour is for the Sacrament (communion in other churches) where we use bread and water instead, another hour is for Sunday School. The third hour is for the men to have time to have a lesson on their own and the women as well. The men's is called Priesthood and the women's group is called the Relief Society. The children and youth continue in Young Men's and Women's and primary and nursery in the 3rd hour as well. The children will sing songs, play games and have age appropriate simple lessons on gospel topics - serving, loving our families, honesty, baptism, how to be like Jesus and learning about God and the scriptures etc.

The temple is considered by mormons to be the most holy place on earth. It is literally the house of God. Because of this it is very sacred. We go there to pray, to meditate and to learn and to serve. To be prepared to go in we must live the standards of the gospel and receive a recommend from our Bishop and other priesthood leaders. Every person is encouraged to prepare themselves and organize their lives so that they will be able to go into the temple.

Stephanie. answered…

Mormon churches are places of learning and worship. Anyone can come to worship the Lord each week with us. We take the sacrament, listen to sermons by other church members, and attend Sunday School classes. Baptisms are performed here, as well as week-day activities for the youth, women's organization, or general congregation.

Mormon temples are the House of the Lord, much like the temples described in the Bible. They are extremely sacred places of learning and woship. Because of their sacred nature, only baptized members of the church who live up to certain principles and are old enough to understand may attend (although anyone can walk through a temple and learn about its purpose during the Open House before it is dedicated). Here marriages are performed, not only for life but for eternity, and promises are made to serve the Lord. They are quiet places to pray and ponder and find peace.

Fitzgerald Perez A. answered…

The Church is the house of Jesus Christ wherein we fellowship one another and worship GOD; while the Temple is the house of the LORD (Heavenly Father) wherein we perform the sacred ordinances and make a higher covenant to the LORD.

Michaelanne answered…

Church is a place were we go to worship every Sunday or even during the week. Here we have classes and activities to help us learn and draw closer to Christ. Anyone is welcome at any church meeting, and all are invited.
The Temple is a very sacred place where we also go to learn and draw closer to Christ. There are also many saving ordinances preformed in the Temple. Everyone can also attend the Temple, but only when each member is living his or her life aligned with Christ's teachings, and when it is the right time in spiritual progression.

Diane Carol Z. answered…

Church is a meeting house where we go to every Sunday to worship and learn with our Ward (or area) family. Temple is where we go to perform ordinances firstly for ourselves, and then by proxy for our kindred dead who have not yet had an opportunity to hear and either accept or reject the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Those ordinances include Baptism, Confirmation, Endowments, Sealings to Spouses and Sealings to Families.

Colleen answered…

Church is open to everyone every Sunday. The Temple is only for worthy members.

Matthew answered…

Attending church is what most people think of when they think of going to church on Sunday. We go to church to receive the Sacrament and attend Sunday Schools and other meetings. Temple attendance is reserved for sacred ceremonies such as endowment sessions, the sealing of families and baptisms for the dead.

Erik answered…

LDS Churches vs. LDS Temples

Churches are blessed public meetinghouses where we worship and learn about God and His glorious Gospel. All people are invited to come worship with us, and the only limitation upon that invitation is whether or not a person is respectful during our services or not.

Temples are very sacred "Houses of the Lord" in which we receive holy ordinances that are needful in our pursuit for the greatest of God's gifts: eternal life. Attendance to our temples is permitable only to members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who are obeying God's commandments.

Don't think that we are trying to keep secrets from you, because we're not. Our temple experiences are very dear to our hearts; it's not that they're secret, but that they're sacred.

Besides, it's not that we want to keep you out, in fact we'd love to have you join us in doing God's work there. If you're interested, talk to the missionaries and they'll help you prepare for your own family temple experience. :-)

Janae answered…

We go to church every Sunday and partake of the sacrament. It's 3 hours long and an important part of keeping the Sabbath day holy. There we learn from each other and from the scriptures. We study the words of the prophets and apply it all to our lives. The temple is an even more sacred place where ordinances are performed. Here people are married and sealed for time and all eternity! That can only be done in the temple. We also do work for those that were not able to do it themselves. The scriptures say that no unclean thing can enter into the kingdom of God, so work is done for those that were never baptized.

Heike answered…

I allways felt by attending church meetings, that it is a place we worship our heavenly father.
In the temple I feel invited by heavenly father to be with him, because it is his house.

Charles answered…

You must be on time when you attend the Temple.

Valerie Jean answered…

Mormon churches are used for Sunday meetings, Sunday school classes for various ages, and various meetings and activities throughout the week. Anyone, including non-members, are more than welcome to attend these meetings and learn more about the gospel of Jesus Christ. Temples are considered to be most holy and sacred. Members of the church who are deemed worthy enough, can attend the temple and make covenants and promises to God on behalf of themselves, and on behalf of others who have passed on. Some of my most powerful, life-changing spiritual experiences have occurred in the temple. One of my most precious blessings is that my dear husband and I were sealed to be married in the temple, not just for this life only, but for all eternity. If we are worthy, can be remain together forever, and also to our children. Indeed, families CAN be together forever.

Lynness answered…

Church services are held weekly on Sundays and are open to all. There are classes for all age groups and experience levels. These services help us to strengthen one another and worship. The temple also strengthens us and allows us to worship, but only those who have prepared themselves and have verified to their leaders that they are trying to live as taught at church are allowed to enter. This is because the temple is the House of the Lord, a sacred place where we can leave the world behind for a few hours and focus on our Father's plan for us. It is said that in the Church, all roads lead to the temple. Ideally, all those who join us at our church services will prepare themselves to join us in the temples too.

Scott answered…

Church is a place where Mormons and visitors can meet together each week to worship, pray, and study the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

The temple is a much more sacred place. Just as in Old Testament times only certain people are able to enter the temple, those who have been found worthy. Temples are the only places where sacred ordinances can be preformed that are necessary for us to return and live with our Heavenly Father. It is also a place where we can learn more about God's plan for His children and feel closer to Him.

Jason answered…

Mormons attend church on Sundays. In church, we partake of the Lord's Supper, which we call "the Sacrament", which allows us to remember the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ, and also allows us to renew promises we made to God at our baptisms, asking that the Spirit be present with us always. We also listen to short sermons by members of the local church, sing hymns, and pray to God. We also have Sunday School for all ages, as well as other meetings for males and females. We welcome visitors to our churches every Sunday that are interested in learning more about the restored Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Temples are different from church buildings in that they are considered to be sacred houses of the Lord, just like in the Bible. In the temple, we can feel God's presence in a special way, as well as participate in sacred ceremonies that can bind families together for eternity, make promises to God and receive special blessings from God after learning more about His plan of happiness, as well as providing the opportunity to our deceased ancestors to accept or reject the Gospel of Jesus Christ if they did not have an opportunity to do so in this life. Because temples are so sacred, only Mormons that are following the commandments of the Lord are allowed to enter, though before they are dedicated, anyone, Mormon or not, can tour the temples.

David answered…

In our Sunday meetings, we partake of the Sacrament of Bread and Water, blessed by the Priesthood. This is the single most sacred ordinance we do outside of the Temple, because it represents our ongoing commitment to our Baptismal covenants, which includes our promises like standing as a witness to Jesus Christ. The rest of Sunday meetings include scripture studies in a classroom setting, youth groups meeting together and members occasionally meeting with our Bishop or other Ward Leaders if the need arises. The Temple, on the other hand, is a place of learning, prayer, personal reflection, and personal revelation. Most of our temple attendance involves service to others and the Temple isn't open on Sundays..Temples are also a place where entire families can go and receive special blessings together.

Eric answered…

A Mormon church is where we attend services each week. Everyone is invited. We partake of the sacrament and we learn from each other how to be better people. A temple is a sacred place where members who have matured in the gospel can go to receive ordinances that will enable them to receive additional blessings. Temples are sacred places where families can be united forever. Only members who are living at a high standard may enter. However, the temple is not an exclusive club. We wish all to prepare so that all may enter the temple and receive those same blessings.

Jordan answered…

Members of the LDS faith attend weekly meetings at Mormon churches. These meetings are open to all, both members and visitors. In these meetings we learn about the Savior's teachings and strengthen each other through various classes. There are classes for young children, teens, men, and women. There is also a meeting where people of all ages meet together to remember the Lord's sacrifice for us, and to partake of the sacrament as he instituted.
The Mormon temples are a place where members of the Church go to make sacred covenants with God, such as covenants to obey the commandments and live moral lives. Because temples are a place where sacred covenants take place, only those members of the Church who have proven themselves worthy are able to attend the temple.

a music teacher, I grew up in Utah and I'm a Mormon. answered…

As members, we attend Church services every Sunday. Church services include partaking of the sacrament, instruction, discussion of Gospel principles, singing hymns, prayer, and are intended for the entire family. Those who are not members of our Church are welcome to attend these services.
On the other hand, temple attendance is for those who have committed to living the gospel and who qualify themselves to have what we call a recommend which is signed by our ecclesiastical leaders. Qualifying for this recommend is based on obedience to the gospel. To enter the temple we must show our recommends to be allowed to enter. Once inside, we go into locker rooms to change into white clothing before proceeding. We believe that what we do in our temples is sacred, and helps us prepare to live God's life, which is eternal life.

Jennifer answered…

The church is where the local congretion meets each week to worship. Visitors are always welcomed and in fact encouraged to attend to see what its like and how it feels. There we meet to pray, sing praise, study scripture and gospel teachings of Jesus Christ and partake of the sacrament and remember Christ's sacrifice for us. The Temple is literally the "House of the Lord" and all are welcome who are worthy to enter. We read in the scriptures that no unclean thing can enter the kingdom of Heaven, and this is similar. (1 Nephi 10:21, 1 Corinthians 6:9, Alma 11:37..) "The primary purpose of the temple is to provide a dedicated place where sacred ordinances needed for eternal life can be preformed. Because of its sacred nature, attendance in the temple is limited to Mormons who obey God's commandments and therefore are worthy to enter. " The temple is not secret, it is sacred.

Holly answered…

A Mormon chapel or church is a meetinghouse where all are welcome and encouraged to come worship with us. We hold Sunday services there, as well as weekly meetings for different organizations in the church, such as those for youth, a women's service organization known as the Relief Society, Scout activities, activities for the children's organization known as Primary, and other events. In a Mormon temple, there is a standard requirement for entrance, which includes being a baptized member of the LDS church and living in accordance with Gospel principles, such as paying an honest tithe, being honest in all your dealings, having faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, and a few others. The ordinances performed in the temple are not secret--they are sacred and require a standard of holiness to provide a reverent place where patrons can feel the Spirit of God while performing ordinance work. The work done in the temple includes baptisms for those previously deceased, endowments and sealing ordinances for both the living and those previously deceased. The temple sealing serves as a legally binding marriage "for time and all eternity".

Laura answered…

The only big difference between attending church and attending the temple are the ordinances that are performed. When we attend church, we partake of the Sacrament, which is symbolic of Jesus Christ's atonement. When we attend the temple, we perform ordinances that are for beyond this life. For example, we are taught the importance of being married in the temple. It's important to be married in the temple because you can be sealed to your spouse (and children) for eternity, and you can only be sealed in the temple. Of course, couples who are married civilly before joining the Church can be sealed in the temple. Children who are adopted can also be sealed to their parents.

Nathan Reeves answered…

The temple is literally, as it has been throughout history, the "House of the Lord" The primary purpose of the temple is to provide a dedicated place where sacred ordinances needed for eternal life can be preformed.

Our churches are dedicated public places of worship where Mormons and visitors can meet to pray, study scripture, partake of the sacrament, and continue to learn their responsibilities as children of God

Alice answered…

 They are both his home but the temple is where you can truly feel the closest to him. The Temple is such a sacred place and a wonderful place to visit. It is peaceful and quiet and more reverent. The church is where we come to worship and hold other things such as church events. Both places require revernce.

Tanner answered…

Our Church buildings are often confused with the temples. Everyone is invited to attend our church services at our church buildings. We come to pray together, partake of the sacrament, read and study from the scriptures, and fellowship with each other. Our temples are Sacred places where special ordinances are performed. In the temples, families can be sealed together for eternity, members of the church are endowed with blessings, and it is also a place of learning where we come to understand God's plan for us. While it is required that you have a temple recommend to enter, everyone is welcome to work towards being worthy to enter the Lord's house.

Pat answered…

In church I take the Sacrament, sing hymns, listen to speakers, go to classes to learn more about the Gospel, and bask in the presence of the Holy Spirit. In the Temple I perform Sacred Ordinances and feel the presence of God. 

Rebecca answered…

The difference between attending church and the temple is similar to the difference between attending school and the university. In order to attend the university, one must first learn the elementary basics in school. Anyone can enter a church and anyone can also enter the temple but it'll take preparation. Also, the temple is the Lord's house and the church is just a meeting house.

Steven Allen answered…

When we go to church we talk about and do things that have to do with Mortality and this life. When we go to the Temple we talk about and do things that have to do with Immortality and the next life.

Jared answered…

A chapel (Mormon Church) is a place of worship, and a gathering place for God's people. It is used for many purposes including Sunday meetings, social events, scouting, community events and many other uses throughout each week.

Engraved on each temple is the phrase (depending on the native language) 'Holiness to the Lord'. The temple is the house of the Lord, where we go to perform sacred ordinances, and come to feel of his Spirit. In the temple, conversations are quiet (reverent is likely the correct word) and subdued. All within the temple's walls are in a spirit of reflection and contemplation. The temple is not a place for social events, nor even for chatting. Instead it is a place of quiet reflection, apart from the busy lives we live in the world. In the temple we have the opportunity to make sacred covenants (promises) with the Lord, and are promised wonderful blessings in return. It is also in the temple that we can be sealed as family units for eternity, and not just for our mortal existence. A wonderful blessing that temples also make available is that we can perform these same sacred ordinances in behalf of those who have already died, allowing them the opportunity to accept or reject the same.

Nick Holton answered…

In the Church we renew the covenants we made with God when we were Baptized. We do this by partaking of the Sacrament. In the Temple we make sacred covenants with Lord and we receive protection from the Lord. The temple is a place where we can go and feel at peace and feel the Spirit of our Lord, Receive answers to any questions we may have or just go to feel of the Love of God.

D. Brewer answered…

Attending a Mormon church is where we partake of the Sacrament and learn of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We attend church each week on Sunday. We listen to speakers and attend classes where we can discuss His Gospel.
The Temple is different. In the temple we perform sacred ordinances. This is where we are married, or sealed as we call it, for time and all eternity, for example.

JP answered…

The church, or chapel, is our general meeting house. We meet there every week on Sunday to learn the Gospel and take the sacrament. Our youth meet there during the week to have fun and learn some more.

The temple, though, is a special place to us. The temple is the House of the Lord, and so for us it is sacred. We go there for our most sacred moments, such as being married for eternity.

So, the chapel is an everyday, normal meeting house, and the temple is the House of our Father, and sacred.

Tom answered…

A Mormon church is where members of the church hold their weekly meetings and activities. Every Sunday, member gather at their local church to take the sacrament, listen to sermons, and participate in Sunday School. During the week, social activities, classes, and cultural events are also held at churches. Much of what happens at a church building revolves around serving each other, teaching the gospel to each other, and building relationships that strengthening us as a faith community. A Mormon temple is where members of the church go to receive instruction about God's plan and make commitments to live his commandments. In contrast to the activities that go on at a church building, the worship we do at temples is more of a time of quiet, personal reflection.

Stephanie answered…

Anyone can attend church with us, Mormon or not. It's where we meet for our Sunday services--to take the sacrament, have classes where we learn more about Jesus Christ and God's plan for us, and listen to talks prepared by members of the congregation. We have activities--dinners to get to know one another, projects to serve our community, and sporting events. We love to invite visitors to our church building whether it's for formal Sunday services or other activities. Our temples are buildings where we make important covenants or promises individually with God. Because these covenants are so sacred, only those who are prepared to commit to them for life attend. I think of it the same way I look at my educational experience. I attended high school before I attended a university. I had to prepare for my university education by fulfilling my high school obligations. If I had tried to take college courses before I had completed my high school classes, not only would I have been unprepared, but I probably wouldn't have been too successful. I needed the foundational experience of high school before I could truly benefit from a more advanced education. I went to church for many years before I went to the temple for the first time. At church, I learned and still learn the basic principles that I need to know and do to follow Jesus Christ's example and return to live with God. When I go to the temple, I gain a greater understanding of what I have learned at church.

Jim answered…

Attending church is a place were everyone and anyone is welcome. It is a place where we worship, learn, pray, learn & study the scriptures so we may become closer to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. We are also lessed being able to renew our baptismal covenants by taking the sacrament.

Attending to the Temple is limited to those Mormans who follow God's commandments and are worthy to enter. This is a sacred place that ordinaces for eternal life are preformed. We hold these so sacred that we do not speak about them outside of the temple even amoungst ourselves.

Jenny answered…

Church is where we meet each Sunday to learn and partake of the Lord's Sacrament. Anyone is welcome to visit our churches. In the temple, we enter into covenants necessary to live with God and our families again after death if we obey His commandments. If we are not obeying the basic commandments we have already received (like paying tithing and being baptized), we are not ready to enter the temple to receive further commandments. Worthy members go to the temple to enter into covenants for themselves, and return to do work on behalf of their deceased ancestors, who may choose to accept or reject it.

Pam. answered…

Just as in ancient times, we, as the Church of Jesus Christ, have a temple wherein we can perform sacred ordinances. Our churches are different from the temple as they are meeting houses where all are welcome and encouraged to come and participate on Sunday and other days. The temple is a place where ordinances such as marriage are performed. We believe the ceremonies performed in the temple have lasting power, not just through this life but also through the eternities. Christ gave this sealing power to Peter and we have that same sealing power in our day. As it was in ancient times, only those who are found worthy may enter into the temple.

We welcome one and all to our churches and hope that people will come and worship with us on a weekly basis. We want people to see who we are and that we worship and adore our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Adam answered…

The spirit that you take to both places is what counts. If you are living the true principles of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, you can attend both places as frequently as you want. The activities we do in each place are different, but both are essential to our purpose here on earth.

At church, we focus on learning the principles of the gospel for ourselves and teaching those around us, developing friendships with others, and serving those in need.

At the temple, we focus on learning the principles of the gospel for those who have past on. In a sense, we attend the temple for our ancestors who have passed away without a knowledge of the gospel, or without a chance to recieve the ordinances of the gospel. For example, in the temple we can be baptised for someone who never had the opportunity to be baptised. They may have lived righteously, and God may have been pleased with their efforts, but being baptised is a simple requirement for everyone to enter the kingdom of God.

SHARON RILEY answered…

ANYONE CAN COME INVESTIGATE AND ATTEND THE CHURCH, BUT IT IS QUALIFICATIONS OF GOING INTO THE TEMPLE...BECAUSE ITS THAT SACRED AND HOLY.

Mara answered…

There are many ways to worship God. Personal devotion, like prayer and scripture study, is one way. But it is also helpful to get together with people who have similar beliefs and share your experiences and thoughts. We have regular church services each week where we get together with other members of the Church to partake of bread and water in remembrance of Jesus Christ, pray and sing together, and have lessons where we learn about the gospel. Everyone is invited to join us in these services. Temples are sacred places where we go to gain further learning and make covenants with God where we promise to obey certain principles in our lives and participate in sacred ordinances that make it possible for our families to be together forever. Because of the sacred nature of temples, only members of the Church who are living certain standards are allowed to participate in temple activities. We get a card that allows us to enter the temples after having interview with ecclesiastical leaders where we answer questions that verify we are following the standards of worthiness required to enter. We hope that all people will chose to live the lifestyle that prepares them to enter temples and enjoy the blessings we can receive there.

Janelle answered…

A church is a gathering place where everyone is welcome to come and learn of our Savior and his gospel, read from and learn from the scriptures and be spiritually up lifted. It doesn't matter if you're from an other church, religion, or belief, you're welcome to come to church.

The temple is a very sacred place that anyone can enter into after they have made a covenant through baptism by proper priesthood authority that they will follow after Jesus Christ and live by the commandments that he has given to us and have proven they are worthy through an interview with their priesthood leaders. In the temple we gain further understanding of our purpose here on earth and make sacred covenants and preform sacred ordinances so that we can return to live with our Heavenly Father.

Jessi answered…

Anyone can attend a church service in a chapel who desires to worship God with us. We sing, pray, and take the Sacrament in those services. Worship in the temple is a little different. Not everyone can go to the temple--not even all members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints! While in the temple, worthy church members can take part in sacred ordinances that affect us eternally. For example, it is in the temple that families can be sealed together forever.

Katie answered…

We attend church services each Sunday. At church we partake of the Sacrament, hear speakers, sing hymns and participate in lessons. The entire family attends together. Most importantly, our church services are open to everyone. All are invited to come to learn and worship with us on Sunday, whether of our faith or not.

The temple is the House of the Lord, and is very sacred. Only those who are members of our church and obey God's commandments may enter the temple, though all are welcome to enjoy the beauty and peace of the temple grounds. Many temples have visitors' centers that are open to the public.

The main purpose of the temple is to provide sacred ordinances to God's children. These ordinances, necessary for eternal life, include baptisms for the dead, and the sealing together of families for both the living and the dead. I first participated in baptisms for the dead at age 12, and have continued to participate in sacred temple ordinances since then. My husband and I make it our goal to attend the temple once each month, in order to feel the Spirit of the Lord and to give service by performing sacred ordinances for those who did not have the opportunity during their mortal lives.

Michael answered…

Church is an every Sunday traditional-like worship service. The temple is an extra-special, dedicated house of the Lord where you go after much spiritual preparation and feel set apart from the rat race of life. For Mormons the temple is a highlight of spiritual worship. It is a goal for many Mormons to be married there because of how special it is.

Christopher answered…

Churches are open for everyone member and nonmember and we can all worship God and Jesus Christ together, learn about them and the gospel and things we need to do to be happy in our lives and the temle is a place where the scriputres say is God's house and we go there to learn more and have to be not only a member of his chruch but we have to be worthy as well. "No unclean thng can enter into the house of God".

Glenn answered…

The Temple is one of the strongest evidences of the truthfulness of this Church. Within its walls, very sacred ordinances are performed which seal family members together forever. Any seeker of truth will eventually come to the understanding that the family unit is the basis of all eternity. We call God our Father because He is just that. He is the ultimate example of Fatherhood, and we should seek to emulate Him. We attend chapels on Sunday to worship Him and to renew our promises to Him made at baptism, but we attend the Temple during other days of the week, and not necessarily on a weekly basis, to further strengthen our ties to the Family of God. You will want to gain the extra strength that comes through Temple worship once you become a member of Christ's Church. 

Dave answered…

The church buildings you find everywhere are for every person to learn and grow in. It is a place were those investigating the church and those well-established in the church (and everyone in between) come to learn and grow together. We all gather weekly and learn from those within our community, our friends and sometimes we teach others about the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We learn how to be good citizens, parents, children, husbands/wives and church members. This is the initial and continuous process by which we progress spiritually. The temples are where those who have been baptized as members of this church and shown their diligence and worthiness can grow even further by gaining an endowment of knowledge, being sealed for time and eternity to their worthy family members, and perform vicarious work for those who passed from this earth without an opportunity to so the same. It is a very sacred place and is specifically dedicated to performing covenants or promises between those worthy to enter and the Lord. I love attending both church and the temple and though you might see it as unattainable, I assure you that with diligence and faith, you can attend both and have that same wonderful experience.

Leland Case answered…

Local Churches are for both members and non-members, to come to partake of the sacrement, which is symbollic of Chist's body and blood being shed for us. By paraking of it we renew a coventant made at baptism. We also learn about Christ and his Gospel, read scriptures, pray, and meet new friends. It is a public place of worship.

In the temples, they are specially set apart places, "the houe of the lord," where special ordinances are performed needed for eternal life. In 1 Corinthians, Paul teaches about being baptized for the dead. In the temple we perform this ordinance. Many of God's children die without hearing about Christ's Restored Gospel. When we die, our spirts go to the spirit world to await the Ressurection. Those who haven't recieved Christ's Gospel are taught threre and have the choice to accept it or not. Without a body, you can't be baptized. In the temple, is the only place where this ordinance can be performed on that person's behalf. Someone acts as a proxy for them.

Only members of the "Mormon Church" can enter temples, but not all members. We must be completely worthy to do so. Complete obediace to living God's commandments and keeping our baptism covenants is necessary.

It is a great blessing to do this as we are truly helping another in need!

Nick answered…

Attending a Mormon chapel is an experience available to anyone who desires to hear the Gospel of Jesus Christ restored in these latter days. Attendance at the Temple is available to any member of the Church who is living a minimum standard. Whereas the attendance at the Chapel focuses on partaking of the sacrament, service in the temple concentrates on allowing those who have departed this earth to progress and make sacred covenants by patrons acting as proxy.

Sarah answered…

Attending church is a part of our weekly worship. We attend each Sunday for a three-hour block. One hour 15 minutes for Sacrament Meeting, where we partake of the sacrament and listen to talks given by in the congregation; 45 minutes for Sunday School, where we learn more about the scriptures in relation to the Gospel; and 45 minutes for Priesthood/Relief Society, where we study more about the Gospel in light of our specific roles as Priesthood holders or women in the Church. Youth also attend Sunday School classes with others in their age group. The youngest children (from 18 months-12 years) attend classes in Primary. All these classes are taught by those in the local congregation, or ward, in which we attend. Anyone can come to church and learn more about the Gospel plan in the context of their lives.

Attending the temple is something which the most dedicated members are authorized to do. They consecrate their lives in order to make sacred covenants with their Heavenly Father and also perform work for deceased persons. Temple worship can be done according to each individual's schedule and proximity to a temple.

Alicia answered…

When we go to church we partake of the Sacrament and teach each other. Anyone can go to church, member or not.
In the temple, we perform sacred ordinances that are important for the eternities, like being sealed, (married for eternity), to our spouses. We need a recommend to enter the temple, because it is the house of God, and we need to be worthy to enter. We have interviews with our Bishop, (the head of our ward), to receive these recommends.
Both are important in living the gospel of Christ, and both are extremely uplifting.

Richard L. answered…

Attending church is a weekly thing. It is to strengthen you, and your in a "community" of members striving to do their best. Serving and living. Yes, we have separate families, but belonging to a "ward", or congregation, is like a family all together.

No one is perfect - and I am the first one to tell you that - right? But being part of a ward helps you in staying stronger in the Gospel, not only in your personal life, but in your family life as well. You don't have to be perfect to be a member of this church, just keep living and trying your best every day!

The temple gives serious direction. It is like you can sit back and focus on things in your life, and in your families lives and ponder more directly about them. As you do that, within the walls of the temple, you can receive inspiration from Heavenly Father. It can truly happen, because I have had that happen to me. I testify of that. It is true. I don't receive answers all the time, but sometimes I go there to find peace and get away from it all.

When you walk into the temple, you can leave out all the things that happen out in the world and can "get away from it all". Attending the temple also gives you more strength to deal with things when you are done there. Trust me, I need the temple and the peace that it brings to my life.

I could go on telling you more things that I know are true, but you know what? It is neat to hear other people tell you things, but until you get on your knees and pray to find out if the things which you are reading and investigating are true, it will only be a good thing that happens to other people. So call up the missionaries, set up an appointment and start to find out.

As you continue to learn, learn to feel as well. That is usually how the Spirit will touch your life. Then you need to committ to learning more and attending church and get to know it like I know it. It is true, and you can know as well!

Harmon answered…

Our church buildings are where we attend Sunday worship services, hold weekday meetings and activities, etc. We invite everyone to join us in these meetings. Temples are where Church members in good standing make sacred covenants with God. When Church members are marriaged in the temple, we call it being "sealed", because we believe we are married for all time and not "until death do you part". A temple marriage is the start of a forever family.

Lisa answered…

The temple is the next step in our faith. When you become a member of our church you make covenants to always remember your Savior and to strive to be like him. Once a week at church you renew those covenants by partaking of the sacrament, a sacred ordinance were you partake of the bread and water as emblems that represent the Savior. In the temple you make more covenants and strength your resolve to become like the Savior, because of the significants of these covenants you must be prepared to make them. Therefore, you must be a member for at least a year to attend the temple but anyone can attend church and everyone is welcome.

Bradlie answered…

I might compare it to going to your local library vs going to the library of congress for research. You can gain wisdom and knowledge at your local libraries, but they just don't compare to the comprehensive knowledge one can gain and get access to by researching at the library of congress.

Mormon church houses are more temporal in nature, where members and non members attend to worship the Savior and learn about his teachings. Weekly activities and some youth recreation are held to uplift and strengthen each other. Temples are also a place of worship and learning, but for only those members who are living their lives in good standing with the Church and it's teachings. They are eternal in nature compared to local "Mormon" churches, where members who attend can make eternal promises in return for eternal blessings.

Earthly ordnances are performed such as baptism and marriage, for those who have passed away by way of proxy. Someone representing the deceased. A temple is where Mormons go to escape the hectic world for a moment, to make and renew commitments to follow the Savior, and to be reminded of his gospel plan of salvation.

Lorena answered…

A Mormon Church is open to anyone who walks through the doors, as all are invited to join with us in our church worship, member or non-member, and worthiness is not an issue.

A Mormon Temple is only open to those who carry a "temple recommend". To get a temple recommend, you must be a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for at least a year, and comply with certain standards and criteria meaning that worthiness IS an issue. One of those criterion is that you have to be at least twelve years old unless a child is being sealed to his or her family, which is a one-time occasion. Another criterion is that you must commit and strive to live certain standards of worthiness.

Although it takes more preparation and time, compared to simply walking through the doors of the Mormon Church, attending the Mormon Temple is available to everyone! The standards and criteria are set, and they are attainable by ANYONE who desires to live by them.

I love the Temple, and I'm so grateful to enter it's doors often, and to feel closer to my Heavenly Father and my Savior Jesus Christ.

Keith answered…

The Lord loves all His children, and as such, everyone is invited to attend church meetings held at local congregations. Temples are like the Lord's graduate school - those who enter there must first be well prepared in order to understand what is taught. For this reason, temples are open only to faithful members of the Church who are ready and capable of receiving His teachings there.

Kenny M. answered…

Mormon Temples are sanctuaries where special things such as marriages happen.

Mormon Churches are for regular Sunday-type meetings, where we listen to sermons and discuss the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Mhy! ♥ answered…

In the Church, we attend Sacrament service, Sunday school classes, activities, meetings and we perform baptisms for the living; on the other hand, in the Temple, we perform sacred ordinances such as proxy baptisms for the dead, endowments, sealings and Celestial marriage.

Kelsey answered…

Ah, that is a great question. In a church we have our weekly Sabbath meetings, as well as social activities, youth activities, and conferences. These are places that are open to the public. A temple is for special occasions, like marriages, and is not actually open on Sundays, to allow all to attend church. Temples sometimes have centers for visitors, and most have grounds that are open to the public, but we believe that temples are the House of the Lord. Because we believe that, temples are only open to members of the church who are in good standing and have been active in the church for at least a year. However, before a temple is dedicated to the Lord, we invite all to come inside to tour them and gain a better understanding of what we do there.

Aaliyah Alim answered…

Our churches are dedicated public places of worship where Mormons and visitors can meet to pray, study scripture, partake of the sacrament, and continue to learn their responsibilities as children of God. The temple is literally, as it has been throughout history, the "House of the Lord"

Daniel answered…

A Mormon Church is where weekly meetings and other social activities take place. Mormon Temples are where sacred ordinances like marriages or baptisms for the dead take place.

Anthony answered…

Just as in ancient times the there would be the synagogue and the temple... When the church was restored so were temples.
Temple is more of a secondary education. Its the college/university learning. You must live according to the commandments and prepare to enter. Just like preparing to be baptized, one prepares to enter the temple. You don't have to be perfect, I'm way far from, but you need to be striving to live the gospel.

Ken answered…

In the Temple we make special promises of chastity, service and charity. Temples also provide a means for those in the next life to accept Christ and enjoy the blessings of baptism and of making those special promises.

Dean answered…

Our churches are where we have our regular meetings and everyone is invited to share in worship with us. Our temples are special, sacred places where members can perform ordinances to unify families for time and all eternity. Because of the sacred nature of our temples, we limit entry to members that choose a lifestyle in which they keep the commandments and live as Jesus Christ taught.

Tyler answered…

Regular church meetings are open to the general public, involving partaking of the Sacrament (the Lord's Supper) for edification and reflection, as well as hearing speakers address the congregation on various topics related to the Church. Other meetings such as Sunday School are also available at Church.

The temple is a place where only worthy members of the Church may enter to worship. Here, through symbolic rites Latter-day Saints make promises between them and God. In this setting, salvation for the living and the dead is performed including marriage for time and eternity.