On July 18, 2010, over four thousand Scientologists, guests and local dignitaries gathered in the heart of historic Old Town Pasadena to celebrate the opening of the city’s new Church of Scientology. Mr. David Miscavige, Chairman of the Board of Religious Technology Center and ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion, presided at the ceremony in the City of Roses, dedicating the fully restored landmark to the service of its congregation and the community.