Community of Christ
Community of Christ (formerly the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints) maintains two temples. Unlike those of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, however, these temples are open to the public. Many religious functions take place including Communion and a daily prayer for peace.
The temple built in Kirtland, Ohio is owned and maintained by Community of Christ. This was the first temple actually built (rather than merely planned) by the Latter Day Saint movement and the only temple completed in the lifetime of Joseph Smith, Jr. This temple was the first temple built by Latter Day Saints.
Additionally, during its 1994 World Conference, Community of Christ dedicated a second temple in Independence, Missouri. Community of Christ describes this temple as a house of worship and education "dedicated to the pursuit of peace". The church holds a Daily Prayer for Peace at 1:00 p.m. Central Time in the 1,600 seat sanctuary.
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