January 2025 Friend My SaviorA fine art piece of Jesus Christ with children. Welcome, Friends!An intro letter to this issue of the Friend magazine. Russell M. NelsonFrom the First Presidency: The Restoration Is for YouPresident Nelson shares a message about the Restoration. Alelie Coronel-CamitanJust Like JosephLhensay learns about Joseph Smith and the First Vision. My Gospel WordsA page to teach children the definition of gospel words. Jeffrey R. HollandAnswers from an Apostle: What to Remember When Life Is HardRead a message from President Holland about what to remember when life is hard. Hello from EstoniaTake a trip to learn about Estonia! Following Jesus in EstoniaMeet Hugo from Estonia and learn how he follows Jesus. Temple CardsMonthly cards about temples around the world and temple facts. Funstuff: First Vision DioramaMake your own diorama of the First Vision. Friends around the WorldA collection of children’s quotes from around the world. Lucy Stevenson EwellCamp Rainy DayLucy prays for the rain to stop so she can go to her softball game. Angie KillianMusic: My Own Sacred GroveSimplified music for “My Own Sacred Grove.” Susan H. PorterFrom Our Leaders: The Gift of PrayerSister Porter tells about how Heavenly Father hears each child’s prayer. Come, Follow Me Come, Follow Me ActivitiesUse these activities to study Come, Follow Me with your family. The Restoration BeginsA map of the early stages of the Restoration, following Joseph Smith’s journey to seeking the true Church. Scripture Stories: The First VisionRead a story about Joseph Smith’s First Vision. Church History Find It: Boat Trip to the TempleHidden-picture activity for children Kelvin Njenga MungaiPioneers in Every Land: Going to Church with GhukaA pioneer story about a boy in Kenya who chooses to follow the Savior and the prophets by being baptized. Let’s Get Cooking: Overnight OatsHelp take care of your body by trying out a fun recipe. Margo and Paolo: The Friendship BraceletsMargo and Paolo think about a friend who moved away. For Older Kids For Older KidsAn introduction to the For Older Kids section. Karly LayScriptures in SwahiliJared finds a way to befriend Emmanuel, a new boy in his ward, even though they don’t speak the same language. Answers from You: How Do You Make Friends?Children share tips on how to make friends. Abby LarkinsToo Angry to PrayA young girl is upset and thinks of things she’s grateful for so she can calm down. For Little Ones For Little OnesAn introduction to the For Little Ones section. Carolina MaldonadoThe Lost GlassesAndrés loses his glasses at school and says a prayer to find them. Gospel Basics: Teach Me about PrayerA story and activity for young children about prayer. Coloring PageA coloring page for children. Articles of FaithA page to help children understand the Articles of Faith. Friend MailRead some mail from our friends around the world!