The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has built a new temple in Springfield. But it’s only open for non-Mormons to tour for a limited time.
The Willamette Valley Oregon Temple, located at 300 International Way, is a space for church rituals and instruction. It’s the third of its kind in the state, joining existing temples near Medford and Portland.
In the building’s baptistry, there’s a pool placed on top of a pillar adorned by 12 brass oxen. In the marriage ceremonies room, there’s an altar where couples can kneel and look into mirrors that create the effect of infinite reflections, symbolizing an everlasting bond…