The Mormon Church Clarifies Service Animal Policy for Temples and Meetinghouses

Churches or any other places of worship in the United States are under no legal obligation to allow assistance animals inside. They can deny admittance of service and emotional support animals even when a person possesses proof of mental or physical disabilities.

However, for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a clarified policy was posted to inform local leaders and the general public. The notice stated, “Bishops and stake presidents may determine whether to allow individuals with disabilities to use trained service dogs in meetinghouses.”

Service and emotional support animals remain unwelcome to temples. Individuals with special needs are encouraged to ask help from temple workers or go to church with their family members so they may be assisted.

Source: THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

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