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Moments That Matter
Spoken WordLife is made up of millions of individual moments. Brought together, these millions of moments become the story of our lives. If we were to watch a replay of our life’s moments, we would find that each of us has experienced moments that stood apart – moments that mattered profoundly.For each of us, moments that matter can be found every day.“How will I respond when someone offends?”"Will I ask forgiveness when I’ve been impatient?""Will I really listen when someone offers his or her point of view?""Am I willing to change – to do better and be better – even when it’s hard?"Moments when questions like these arise are powerful. They’re powerful because if we are wise, they can lead to change, to progress, and to expanding happiness.I have a friend whose college days were spent focused largely on himself. His life was full of things he enjoyed: food, the gym, friends, and games. Each day he looked inward.One day, a man asked my friend if he might be willing to begin looking outward – focusing on others instead of himself. My friend accepted, and day after day he worked to make good decisions. Today my friend looks outward, searching for others to serve. He is not only happy, but he is joyful.May we each look for and recognize the moments that matter in our lives for what they are: gifts from heaven -- opportunities for us to make and be blessed by good choices.

Relief Society Presidency MessageThe month of February is synonymous with Valentine's Day and Love. Love is categorized into many different types and all of them are wonderful. As humans, we long to be loved. Relationships with family and friends are so important.Unfortunately, there are many people around us who feel alone and unloved. Please remember that Heavenly Father loves YOU! The Savior loves YOU! They are always near you and you are never alone. Elder Ricardo P. Gimenez shared, "I am confident that our Heavenly Father's arms are constantly extended, ever ready to embrace each one of us and say to each one with that quiet piercing voice, 'I love you.'"President Russell M. Nelson declared, "No matter what your struggle, you can seek His love. No matter what your heartache, you can feel His love right now, for 'he healeth the broken in heart.'" (Psalm 147:3)Sisters, I love you and I feel each of your sweet spirits. I am filled with gratitude for the examples of faith and charity that you exemplify and for your precious testimonies that you share with us. Please remember to always turn to Jesus Christ and he will always succor you.Love,Sister Courtney Wertz

Announcements

Portland Oregon Temple is closed January 26^th through February 9^th.Primary Activity Day will be this Wednesday, Feburary 4^th at 5:45 p.m., here at the church.Scripture Class will be this Wednesday, 7 p.m., here at the church.Stake Temple recommend interviews will be Tuesday, February 24^th, from 6-7 p.m. at the Redmond Stake Center (450 Southwest Rimrock Way
Redmond, Oregon).Madras Ward Conference will be March 8^th with a linger longer afterwards.Relief Society birthday dinner will be Tuesday, March 17^th at 6 p.m. here at the church.Stake Conference will be March 28^th and 29^th at the Redmond Stake Center (450 Southwest Rimrock Way Redmond, Oregon).General Conference will be April 4^th and 5^th. Ways to watch: stream online through ChurchofJesusChrist.org, the YouTube: General Conference Channel, or streaming apps like BYUtv.org, KSL+ on your phone or connected TV. More details here from the Church website.Looking ahead:The Church has confirmed dates for the Willamette Valley Temple open house and dedication!
There will be tours for the public running from Thursday, April 23^rd through Saturday, May 9^th. No tours will be given on Sundays.
Elder Uchtdorf will preside over the dedication on Sunday, June 7^th at 10:00 a.m., which will be broadcast to all units in the temple district. There will also be a rebroadcast at 2:00 p.m. that day.
Please share this news with family, friends, ministering sisters and brothers as you feel inspired. More information about preparations will be shared by the stake in coming weeks.Redmond Stake Youth Camp
July 13-18^th 2026
Brother Brad Wilcox will be joining them for a day!

Second Hour

Come Follow Me - Sunday SchoolJanuary 26-February 1
Genesis 5; Moses 6
“Teach These Things Freely unto Your Children”February 2-8
Moses 7
“The Lord Called His People Zion”February 9-15
Genesis 6–11; Moses 8
“Noah Found Grace in the Eyes of the Lord”February 16-22
Genesis 12–17; Abraham 1–2
“To Be a Greater Follower of Righteousness”Priesthood and Relief SocietyFebruary 8^th
“The Lord Is Hastening His Work”
By Elder Quentin L. CookFebruary 22^nd
“The Good News Recipe”
By Elder John D. Amos

Building CleaningFebruary
Paul Clowers
Casey Todd & family
Brent Gunn
Sheena Modey
Mike & Cyndie Bush

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Call Kevin Jones, the Executive Secretary, to make appointments with the Bishop.

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