Today a $40 million place of worship opens in Toronto. It is not a church, rather a Hindu temple. I find it fascinating that some of the most impressive worship spaces built in recent years have been mosques and temples. Most new churches look more like Walmarts and Cineplexes than places designed to give glory to God.
This temple is ornamented with carving reminiscent of the fine craftsmanship of European cathedrals. One hundred carvers were brought from India to work on this project and over 4000 workers were involved. Obviously the Hindu community is passionate about this project and wants the city to be aware of who they are.
The Prime Minister, the Premier, and the Mayor of Toronto will all be on hand. An interesting statement on the multiculturalism and religious pluralism of our time. As I lead worship with the faithful few this morning I hope that we will not just be about "business as usual" but give glory to the God revealed in Christ.
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