This fountain at the Redlands Temple is symbolic of the organization of Christ's church. At the top is the Savior, followed by the Prophet and his counselors, and then the twelve Apostles.
"We believe in the same organization that existed in the Primitive Church, namely, apostles, prophets, pastors, teachers, evangelists, and so forth."
"We believe that a man must be called of God, by prophecy, and by the laying on of hands by those who are in authority, to preach the Gospel and administer in the ordinances thereof."
"We believe in the gift of tongues, prophecy, revelation, visions, healing, interpretation of tongues, and so forth."
These statements and others are found in a document entitled "The Articles of Faith". This is a concise statement of the beliefs of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. The following link contains the complete document: http://www.lds.org/library/display/0,4945,106-1-2-1,FF.html
Above the front desk, as you enter the Redlands Temple, is a stained glass window of the Prophet Joseph Smith in the Sacred Grove, speaking with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. This is the story of how this art was brought to the temple.
After the first chapel was built in San Bernardino, Calif., in 1933, a large art glass window depicting the First Vision and over a dozen small windows or icons showing various aspects of Church history were installed. . . .
In 1960, it was deemed necessary to sell the building — windows and all — because it had no off-street parking for the growing wards.
Once the building was sold, San Bernardino Ward Bishop Charles W. Eastwood tried to buy the First Vision window but the pastors of the Protestant faith that had bought the building would not allow its removal. Finally, in 1978, after repeated requests, a new pastor allowed it to be taken if it would be replaced with amber glass.
Some time later, the icons were also obtained and put into storage.
Brother Eastwood and his wife, Laurie, became the custodians of the window and began to search for an artisan to restore the dirty and broken panes of art glass. Sister Eastwood, daughter of famous Latter-day Saint artist Minerva Teichert, had a special interest to see these works of art preserved. . .
The First Vision window was finally installed in the Pacific Chapel in San Bernardino and unveiled on March 7, 1979.
When the Redlands California Temple was announced, Sister Eastwood initiated efforts to obtain the window for permanent display in the temple.
"I felt impressed that this exquisite piece of art should be in the temple," recounted Sister Eastwood. "In the temple thousands will enjoy its beauty and message."
I testify that the Prophet Joseph Smith was called by God, and I know we are led by a living Prophet today, President Thomas S. Monson. Prophets and temples, what an awesome time I live in!
The Redlands Temple is set in a mountainous region, similar to the Wasatch Front. The place felt familiar to me. The people we spoke with were grateful to have a temple so close to where they live.
A witness is someone who has seen with their own eyes, and can testify to others about what they have seen. Although I cannot claim to have seen Christ, I have seen evidence of his existence and love. I see the world he created and I experience the blessings he promises to those who follow him. I see, with eyes of faith, the reality of his love for all mankind, and his efforts to save them.
There is a scripture, "by their fruits ye shall know them". My life is filled with the fruit of happiness and hope. I experience promptings from the Holy Ghost, and I feel love in my heart for my family and others. I have been rescued from temptation and sin and restored from sadness to joy, through his atonement. My trials teach me to trust in him all the more, because his is the only power that can save. I don't just believe in Christ. I believe Christ. 
He is the Savior and Redeemer of the world. He is the perfect example of obedience to God and has suffered for all mankind. His resurrection is real, and he continues to reign in the heavens. And one day soon, he will return to the earth to claim his kingdom and reign forever. He is the light of the world, the only begotten son of the Father, the prince of peace.
Awe inspiring! Our
visit to The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley was
unforgettable. I thought we would be
there a couple of hours and then be on our way.
Six hours later we were the last ones to leave, as the presidential
guards locked the gate behind us.
We toured the Oval Office and Air force 1. We stood by a piece of the Berlin Wall. We took pictures of the presidential seal and
pondered by President Reagan’s grave, overlooking beautiful Simi Valley. A hundred chairs were set up for his 101st
birthday celebration the next day. 
Ronald Reagan is not only one of my heroes. He was a man prepared and lead by God to
protect and preserve this land for the sake of all people on the earth. His efforts to reign in government spending,
establish a balanced budget, and create a national defense, restored America’s ability
to protect itself from both enemies without and enemies within. His efforts brought down intangible as well
as tangible walls of hostility. Some of
our enemies became our friends, and our nation’s citizens once again had their
God-given rights, “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness”, declared and protected. We need another Ronald Reagan in the White House.
Ok, it happened….I was ornery and disagreeable all the way
to the temple. I could blame the Los
Angeles bumper-to-bumper traffic. Or, perhaps it was the way my husband and I exchanged words, or the lack thereof. Maybe it was my lack of sleep or having to
adjust my high expectations. But, when
all was said and done, I was in a very bad mood when I attempted to smile for
a picture outside the temple with my husband.
I knew I could not, in good conscience, attend a session. It would have been totally in vain.
So when we entered, I jumped at my husband’s suggestion to
eat some lunch in the temple cafeteria first. And sure enough, by the time we were done
eating, I was able to genuinely smile at my husband with love!, and thank him
for getting us to the temple safely. I
apologized for my actions and felt the spirit return. I was glad for a recovery period! After all, the temple isn’t for “perfect”
people, but is for people striving to
become perfect.
This experience taught me about the importance of preparing
to attend the temple. I wonder how many
blessings I have forfeited by my neglect.
I think the Lord is eager to share all he can with us, yet I am
sometimes not in a frame of mind to receive what he has for me. And, I believe the earlier and more diligent
the preparation, the more abundant the blessing.
The warm California breezes were wonderful! I love everything about the Newport Beach
Temple. It is one of the smallest
temples, but it has an attractive Spanish design. There is natural light pouring through
windows in every room, and the vaulted ceilings are works of art. In the celestial room, the shadow of palm
tree branches just outside, waved through the crystalized glass, from floor to
ceiling. 
Sometimes I grow impatient and wonder why I can’t see and
remember the heaven I once lived in. I
want to hug my mother, who has passed away, and I want to experience relief
from the difficulties of this life. 
