At one time or another, most people have wondered about the purpose of life. Who are we? Where did we come from? Why are we here? Where will we go after this life is over?  In temples, Church members learn more about the answers to these questions and God’s loving plan for the happiness of His children.

One of the sacred ceremonies performed in temples is the Endowment ordinance. During this ordinance, participants are reminded that our life on earth is part of an eternal journey—a journey that began before we were born, when we lived with our loving Father in Heaven as His spirit children.  We came here to receive a body, gain experience, and learn to follow God’s plan for our happiness. The role of Jesus Christ as the Redeemer of all God’s children is central to the Endowment ordinance.