- The Church of Jesus Christ has opened applications for volunteers to help with its Salt Lake Temple Celebration next year.
- Volunteers must be at least 16 in 2027, most roles require working one three to four hour shift weekly for at least eight weeks.
- Paid positions are available for returned missionary guides and full-time performing troupes.
SALT LAKE CITY — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints opened applications on Monday for anyone who wants to help and/or perform at the Salt Lake Temple Celebration next year, as the temple reopens after a lengthy renovation.
The church is hoping thousands of volunteers will "help create a memorable and uplifting experience for all who visit."
Not just church members, but people with various backgrounds, religions and talents are encouraged to participate. Volunteers must be 16 or older in 2027.
"Through music, dance, storytelling and personal interaction, participants will help create experiences centered on Jesus Christ, faith and the purpose of temples," a church statement on Monday said.
Some roles are paid and require more time and experience. Most volunteer roles require an eight-week commitment with a three- to four-hour shift each week. Some roles will require mostly standing, while others are completely remote.
Variety of roles
Volunteers will both interact with guests and serve behind the scenes, with a few opportunities that can be done from home.
The church's statement said each role is designed "to create a welcoming and joyful experience for guests."
Jen Allen, a church employee helping plan the celebration, said the event will be "unprecedented," and many are excited to volunteer.
She said there are various roles for people, young and old, mostly helping to welcome people and answer questions about the various opportunities on Temple Square. She said anyone can apply, but people will need to be able to get themselves to Temple Square during their volunteer window.
"We're looking for the most joyful people who just can't wait to help and serve every single one of the individual people that come to celebrate with us," Allen told KSL. "The number one goal of the celebration is that every individual person comes and feels welcome, so these volunteers will be the front line of that. They will represent all of the work that we have been doing for years to prepare for this celebration, and we can't wait to place them everywhere."
Groups of four to 100 participants can apply to perform; selected groups will present a 30-minute performance at least once during the celebration. The church statement said it prefers smaller groups for this purpose.
"We invite community, school, interfaith, and cultural groups to apply, and welcome performers of all experience levels — from professional to amateur. Our goal is to reflect the diversity, talent and spirit of the broader community," the application states.
In addition to musical talents, the church said individuals who want to share artistic talents can also apply to share their talents, like chalk artists, painters, sculptors and glass-blowers.
"These roles will help enrich the guest experience throughout the celebration," the statement said.
People with skills in museum guiding or education are also invited to apply for specific volunteer positions that would use those skills.
Paid roles
There are two paid roles available for people who wish to be guides and performers.
Part-time guides must be returned missionaries, preferably fluent in a foreign language and having returned from a mission within the last three years. The position is temporary, but could last up to two years. These guides will lead tours, provide historical information, coordinate with missionaries and may help with other Temple Square events.
Performers between the ages of 18 and 35 can audition for a performance troupe that would perform as singers, storytellers, dancers and musicians throughout the six-month celebration from February through October 2027.
These positions will be full time and will pay $900 each week, the job listing said they will rehearse and perform in Utah County and Salt Lake County.
The deadline for the performer positions is July 24, 2026, while the Temple Square guide position will be accepting ongoing applications.
Allen said the troupe will "bring joy to Temple Square all day long."
Volunteering details
The application for the volunteer positions — also known as the "Rejoice Team Application" — closes on July 15, 2026.
The service periods are split into three overlapping "waves" between February and October 2027, and potential volunteers choose which ones they are available for.
Potential volunteers will share their availability with their application, as well as their interests and how they wish to serve after reviewing various available positions.
