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𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 | 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐨 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐲 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐝

My faith in Jesus Christ has been strengthened by always attending church, participating in activities, and fulfilling my callings because I have had a lot of fun doing them. I know that all the work we do in the Church can help us grow our faith in Jesus Christ when we participate in it. I am also inspired by how faithful all the members are, and their faith can encourage everyone to show love and respect for Jesus Christ.

Faith can help us because we know that Jesus Christ is always with us and that He will guide us every step of the way.

Jesus Christ has always been the center of my life. I always think of Him before I do something. I can talk to Him through prayer because it is one of the ways we can communicate with Him. I know that all the callings in the Church are very important because they are one of the ways we can strengthen our faith in Him.

I know that He always guides us, even through hard times. Jesus Christ is our Lord, and there is no one like Him. We keep His commandments because we love Him, and we know that He gave them to us so that we can grow and become more like Him.

I know that all of these things are true. I know that the Church is true, and that we have a living prophet, President Dallin H. Oaks.

I leave these things in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.

𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 | 𝐄𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐚

The mission is hard. Sometimes you will feel like giving up along the way. At some point I cried out of nowhere because of rejections and disappointments. I also felt the intensity of demands in the mission, especially in numbers (key indicators). But I came up to a realization the time I hit my one-year mark; I realized that I am in the business of saving souls, and I need to give my all to the Lord. I remember His words in Doctrine & Covenants: "See that ye serve Him with all your might, mind, and strength that ye may stand blameless before God at the last day." That is the time I finally knew my "WHY." That was the time I understood my purpose as a missionary and also the time that I was having baptisms after baptisms. The Lord really shows His hands to me because of the effort I give for His vineyard. The demands and intensity are still there; they didn't go away, but I gained more confidence and faith because I knew from that time that this is not my work nor my business. Now that I'm about to go home, I know that I gave it my all and am still giving my best up until now. I testify of a living Christ and remember the words, "You are right where you belong." For all of the youth that are preparing for their mission and still thinking if they have to go, I want to say, Forget yourself and go to work. Give your time to the Lord, and "He will consecrate thy gain." A mission is a ONE-TIME event in your WHOLE LIFE. 2 years and 18 months are short, so do it; don't doubt or fear, for the Lord will do marvelous things tomorrow. I testify that He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. You were born today to serve Him for the last time. Gather Israel, and "All these assemblies shall know that there is a God in Israel." I leave all these things in the name of the Holy Messiah, even Jesus Christ, Amen.

𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬: 𝐀 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫'𝐬 '𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧' 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐇𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬

𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐋, 𝐁𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐧 — Embodying the call to serve and uplift, the Stake Relief Society organized a dynamic Ministering Convention on August 8, 2026, bringing together the collaborative clustered wards of Balagtas, Guiguinto, Plaridel, and Tabang. Themed "Be the sunshine to those around you," the event transformed traditional outreach into an engaging, interactive experience aimed at rekindling faith and fellowship within the community.

The convention kicked off with a creative and educational short skit that highlighted the various methods of modern ministering. Members of the Relief Society and Young Women organization demonstrated the practical differences between "digital ministering"—such as checking in via chats or text messages—and the traditional personal visit.

The presentation specifically emphasized the importance of showing up for sisters who are ill, addressing urgent family concerns, helping overwhelmed mothers with household chores, and offering support during financial difficulties.

Members participated in a heartfelt, hands-on activity. They took time to write individual, motivational messages on colored paper. These handwritten notes were then gathered and placed into 10 designated "jars of sunshine" per ward, ensuring each jar was filled with a diverse collection of encouraging thoughts from different people.

The Relief Society presidency carefully selected 10 specific recipients for these jars, focusing their outreach on recent converts and less-active or inactive sisters. Representatives from each participating ward stood to share their personal testimonies, reinforcing the spiritual core of the ministering effort. The collaborative efforts of this cluster perfectly echo the teachings of modern-day leaders and ancient scripture regarding the true essence of ministering.

Building on the success of this gathering, the Stake Relief Society will host the Cluster 2 convention on August 29, 2026, at the Malolos Stake Center. This upcoming event will bring together the remaining four wards: Malolos 1, Malolos 2, Malolos 3, and Hagonoy, ensuring the spirit of fellowship continues to spread throughout the stake.

𝐒𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 | 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝟏–𝟑; 𝟏𝟐–𝟏𝟒; 𝟏𝟗; 𝟐𝟏–𝟐𝟒; 𝟑𝟖–𝟒𝟎; 𝟒𝟐

Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do good things happen to bad people? Job’s story reminds us that questions can dwell beside trust and in the silence of suffering, integrity becomes worship. Even though not all of our questions will be answered right away, we can trust the perfect plan of God for us.

As we study this week’s Come, Follow Me in Job 1–3; 12–14; 19; 21–24; 38–40; 42, let us learn how to remain faithful while facing all the trials we experience in our lives.

“…the Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord” – Job 1:21

𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 | 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐫’𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬: 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞

GUIGUINTO, Bulacan — To ensure every sister feels seen, valued, and loved, the Relief Society and Welfare and Self-Reliance (WSR) Representatives from Guiguinto Ward have started a new ministering effort every first Sunday of the month.

Recently, local leaders baked and hand-delivered fresh muffins to sisters across the ward. More than just a sweet treat, these visits opened the door for meaningful conversations, heartfelt check-ins, and spiritual support.

"I testify that ministering not only blesses the sisters we serve, but it also brings many blessings into my own life. As we care for them, listen to their concerns, and try to be there for them, I can also feel Heavenly Father's love and care for me. I am grateful for the opportunity to minister and to feel the Savior's love as I serve His daughters."
— Sis. Lydia Magkasi De Leon, Relief Society President

"As we extend our hands and hearts toward others in Christlike love, something wonderful happens to us. Our own spirit becomes healed, more refined, and stronger. We become happier, more peaceful, and more receptive to the whisperings of the Holy Spirit."
— Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf

𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 | 𝐁𝐫𝐨. 𝐑𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐬

Faith does not mean having all the answers. Sometimes, it means holding on to Jesus Christ even when we cannot understand why difficult things are happening. Through Job’s story, we are reminded that trials do not mean God has forgotten us—and that we can continue to trust Him even in the middle of our deepest storms.

This week, Bro. Ryan Santos, Sunday School Teacher of the Guiguinto Ward, shares his insights and testimony from this week’s Come, Follow Me lesson of Job 1–3; 12–14; 19; 21–24; 38–40; 42.

“I know that my redeemer liveth.” — Job 19:25

𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐚 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬: 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

The Institute Kick-Off is only the beginning. Now, young adults are invited to make Institute part of their journey.

The Malolos Philippines Stake Institute is now opening enrollment for School Year 2026–2027, with classes beginning August 24.

Institute provides a place where young adults can step away from the demands of everyday life and deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ. Through learning and meaningful conversations, students can discover how the gospel speaks to their questions, decisions, and experiences, while growing alongside others who are also striving to follow the Savior.

Whether preparing for a mission, pursuing an education, beginning a career, building a family, or simply seeking to understand the gospel more deeply, young adults of all backgrounds are welcome to participate.

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬, 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬, 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐐𝐑 𝐜𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫.

A diploma may open doors, but a strengthened testimony can change a life. This August, make room for something that reaches beyond the classroom—an opportunity to draw closer to our Savior, Jesus Christ.

𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 | 𝐒𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐉𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐳 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐝

Somewhere along the way, the gospel found me– and it changed my life. In my two years as a member, I have witnessed many miracles. Following Him asked me to let go of something deeply rooted in who I was, something I still continue to surrender. Yet what I gave and continue to give has never been greater than what He has given me: His grace, His love, and the blessings of His restored gospel. Beyond my identity, the gospel touched the quietest parts of my life. It found me when I felt alone, helped me heal from the pain I carried, opened my heart to others, and awakened the talents I had forgotten. Through it, I slowly discovered who I am, what I can become, and the purpose God has placed within me.

As I continue moving forward, and now that I have been called to become a soldier in His great work, I know that challenges will still come. Yet I also know that God is aware of every step ahead—He sees me, knows my journey, my trials, and the quiet desires of my heart. And through it all, I know that the reward of our faith and obedience is found in the blessings He has promised us, even amidst trials. I have seen His hand in my life, in the testimonies of fellow members, and in the lives of those I have met through missionary work. I have learned that God is always at the root of true change. He does not look at the number of years we have been members or how long we have known Him for conversion to take place. A sincere, humble, and willing heart is enough to witness His loving power. Through sincere prayers, staying on the covenant path despite difficulties, and seeking His light even in darkness, we can see how God changes us.

I know, I believe, and I testify that He lives. Our Heavenly Father does not choose which of His children to love. When we allow Him to be the author of our lives, we begin to see that even the difficult chapters can have a beautiful purpose. I testify also that The Church of Jesus Christ is not a church of perfection, but a sacred and loving place where His Spirit and truth dwell, healing and changing every hearts and souls. And perhaps, when heaven calls our name, we will realize that He has been calling us all along—not merely to become better people, but to discover who we are, why we are here, and what we are capable of becoming through Him. I leave these things in the name of Jesus Christ, amen. 💗🌸

𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐚 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬: 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤-𝐎𝐟𝐟

The Malolos Philippines Stake Institute kicks off a new season of friendship, spiritual protection, and gospel learning!

Join us on August 16 at 4:30 PM for the Institute Kick-Off! The program begins with a devotional, followed by testimonies, a special musical presentation, a message from the Stake Presidency, and an opportunity to meet our Institute teachers and enroll onsite.

📅 August 16, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM
📍 Malolos Philippines Stake

Whether you’ve attended Institute before or this is your first time, there is a place for you here. Members and friends of the Church are all welcome. Come and see why Institute can be more than a class—it can be a meaningful part of your journey with Jesus Christ.

𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 | 𝐒𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚

Good afternoon, Brothers and Sisters!
I am Sister Miranda, a full-time service missionary. I began my mission on September 8, 2025.
Serving as a service missionary has helped me grow in many ways and has made me a better person. There were times when I wondered why I was called to serve in this way, but I never doubted Heavenly Father's plan because His plan is always better than our own.
Throughout my mission, I have experienced personal growth in ways I never expected. I have also had many wonderful experiences, including the opportunity to meet and serve alongside fellow service missionaries from different missions. These experiences have brought me joy and strengthened my testimony.
To everyone who has a desire to serve a full-time service mission or a teaching mission, I encourage you to prepare yourselves both physically and mentally. As you trust in the Lord and answer His call to serve, He will guide you, strengthen you, and help you become the person He knows you can be.
I am grateful for the opportunity to serve the Lord, and I know that His work brings lasting joy and blessings.