Mormon Temple vs Church

[kransden]

Can someone tell, link or pm me what the difference is? Finding accurate information online sometimes difficult.
TIA

[JTsMom]

This is going to be a pretty vague reply, but the way I understand it is that the temple is reserved only for certain members who- I can't remember the term, but they must meet certain requirements. If you do not meet said requirements, you can not go in.

The churches are open though.

[Emmas Mom]

http://www.lds.org/temples/faq/0,11264,1904-1,00.html

Fourth question down.

[kransden]

Thank you so much! The kids are studying ancient temples, and there is a large Mormon population here (and a temple). The adults wondered what exactly a Mormon temple was, and you never know what the kids are going to say so it is better to be prepared.