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In the heart of the Rockies, on iconic South Temple Street, the Church of Scientology Salt Lake City opens its doors to\u00a0all.<\/em><\/p>\n

In a city whose name itself carries for all Americans connotations of religious faith and commitment, the Church of Scientology Salt Lake dedicated its newest addition February 17 to an ever-expanding congregation of churches worldwide.<\/p>\n

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Grand opening, Church of Scientology Salt Lake City February 17, officiated by Mr. David Miscavige, ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

On a balmy Saturday under bright sun\u2014uncommon for midwinter in this picturesque mountain city\u2014the Church was welcomed by civic and religious leaders who joined local and regional members to officially open its new home in Utah, just a mile from the heart of Salt Lake.<\/p>\n

While the weather in Salt Lake in February typically stays below freezing, the warmth of welcome at this grand opening was typical of the descendants of the city\u2019s pioneers, whose belief in respect for individual liberties continues to run like an undercurrent within the community.<\/p>\n

The Church\u2019s gracious new 43,000-square-foot facility near the heart of the city stands as a commitment by Salt Lake\u2019s Scientology community to social betterment within Utah.<\/p>\n

The full\u00a0article is available on the Scientology Newsroom<\/a><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

In the heart of the Rockies, on iconic South Temple Street, the Church of Scientology Salt Lake City opens its doors to\u00a0all. 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