MFC Youth - Baguio

MFC Youth - Baguio Honor, Empower, Act, Relate & Testify ❤️‍🔥

A Catholic Youth Ministry renewing the face of the earth.

Make all youth know Christ! 💙

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25/04/2026

WYC 2026: Stories of Faith🙏
Shevaun Millares, MFC Youth Area of Baguio

On the first day, I felt so excited to finally experience WYC. I was looking forward to meeting new people and truly encountering Christ. Honestly, I was also really hyped for the merchandise! 😜

The second day of the congress was the part that most of us enjoyed the most. There were so many fun activities, and I loved that they were all centered on Christ. I learned so much throughout the day and had the chance to talk to a lot of new people.

The last day was truly a day full of emotions. I felt sad that the congress was ending, but also so happy and grateful because, even though it was the last day, I encountered Christ! I really felt Him touch our hearts. I told myself, "Hindi ako iiyak sa congress!" ...EEENKKK! Wrong! HAHAHAHA.

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25/04/2026

WYC 2026: Stories of Faith🙏
Miel Heyrosa, MFC Youth Area of Baguio

Before WYC 2026, I was really hesitant to go. It was my first time attending without my tita and tito, so I felt unsure and a bit scared. During the Heart Setting, I honestly did not feel like going because I knew I would be alone. But then I remembered that I also needed to return my rented dress that same day. Around that time, my dad suddenly called and said he wanted to take me there. That moment felt different to me. It felt like everything was falling into place, and I took it as a sign that God really wanted me to be there. So even if I was hesitant, I chose to trust Him and go.

On Day 1, even though I was still very nervous and anxious, I tried my best to enjoy the experience. That day, I found out that my tito was also coming, and that really motivated me. When they were there, I was really having fun. I felt like a kid again, someone who gets anxious in crowded places but feels okay and happy when with family. Unfortunately, they had to go home after the opening worship, and I felt a bit sad. But later on, I realized that maybe that was also God’s way of helping me adjust. It was like He was slowly guiding me out of my comfort zone and I honestly did not expect that I would still enjoy it even after they left. As the day went on, I found myself slowly opening up. By Day 2, I still felt a little anxious, but it was not as strong as before. Even if I was still a bit shy, I started to feel more comfortable around everyone. We joked around, talked more, and opened up to each other. Everything felt genuine, and I could feel myself slowly reconnecting and becoming part of the group again.

By Day 3, our last day, everything felt different. I did not realize it at first, but it was exactly what I needed. I felt a sense of peace, and I became more aware of God’s presence in my life. I had so many realizations, and I felt like something in me had changed. I understood that God has always been there, even when I was avoiding Him, and that His love never changes. WYC was not just an event for me, it became a way to know God more deeply. Next year, it will be held in Bataan, and I still hope I can join even as a college student. But one thing I am sure of is that God will always find a way to bring me back to Him anytime and anywhere. Praise God!

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25/04/2026

WYC 2026: Stories of Faith🙏
Alex DeVera, MFC Youth Area of Baguio

First time ko lang dumalo sa WYC ngayong taon. At first, puno ako ng kaba dahil hindi ko alam kung ano ang una kong gagawin. Noong i-announce nila ang upcoming WYC last last month, hindi ko alam kung sasama ba ako o hindi. Hati ang desisyon ko noon.

Isa pa, nagkaproblema rin ako sa financial needs dahil hindi ko alam kung saan ako makakahanap ng pera nang oras na iyon. Pero naniniwala ako na "God will provide." At totoo nga, hindi ako pinabayaan ni Lord. Kahit kaunti lang ang meron ako, nagawa ko pa ring makapag-register at makasali sa WYC. Noong sinabi nila na may mag-aayos ng "the rest" para sa mga hindi pa kayang makapagbayad, doon ako mas nagkaroon ng lakas ng loob upang buoin ang desisyon kong pumunta. Nagpapasalamat din ako sa mga ate at kuya namin na hindi kami pinabayaan dahil lagi silang nandiyan para sa amin.

During WYC preparation, maraming nangyari. Dumating din ‘yung time na hindi kami nakapag-praktis para sa All-Stars dahil may nangyari na hindi inaasahan. Praise God dahil hindi ‘yun naging hadlang para hindi kami makapunta at mag-enjoy. Despite the circumstances, nagawa pa rin naming makapag-prepare kahit papaano.

Sa WYC, na-feel ko ang presence ni Lord. Sa bawat Praise and Worship, dama ko na ang Panginoon ay hindi ako pinapabayaan kahit na nakagawa ako ng mga kasalanan o mapalayo sa simbahan. Para bang may tinatakasan ako noon at nakalimutan ko na kung ano ang nasimulan ko at kung ano ang dating sinagot ko upang makapaglingkod.

Dama kong mahal na mahal ako ng Panginoon kahit na muntik na akong mawalan ng landas, at naramdaman ko na "the Lord never leaves nor abandons His children." Ang saya lang kasi dati, ayaw na ayaw kong sumasali sa mga Praise and Worship. Ayaw kong magtaas ng kamay na tila ba ako’y nahihiya o nawawalan ng gana.

Nagbago ang lahat nung nakilala ko ang MFC Youth. Nagsimula ito sa mga Household hanggang sa i-introduce nila ang MFC sa aming parokya. Doon ko na-realize: bakit ako mahihiya? Bakit ako matatakot kung ito naman ay para sa Diyos? Habang itinataas ko ang aking mga kamay, ramdam ko ang presensya ni Lord.

Nung makita ko ang lahat ng delegates mula sa ibang areas, naiiyak ako dahil despite worldly problems, circumstances, and challenges, marami pa ring mga kabataan ang mas piniling tumugon at mapalapit sa Diyos. Truly, the Lord is the King of Kings. Praise the Lord!

Dahil sa MFC Youth, maraming mga kabataan ang mas nalalapit pa sa Diyos—mga kabataang dating napariwara at nawala sa landas tulad ko. Pero mas nananaig pa rin ang kabutihan at pagkakaisa. I also encourage young men and women to join this kind of activity to serve, praise, and worship the Lord. Join MFC, dahil hindi lang activities at Youth Camps ang masasalihan mo rito; dito mo mas lalong makikilala si Lord.

All of this is worth it. Lahat dito may bitaw! Tuloy ang misyon, because we are Rooted and Built Up in Christ!

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25/04/2026

WYC 2026: Stories of Faith🙏
Gracie Sotelo, MFC Youth Area of Baguio

I don’t really know how to start off my sharing since I was never exactly religious to begin with, and I felt a lot of overwhelming and mixed emotions, but in a positive way. When I first entered WYC, I wasn’t expecting too much. I treated it as if it was like any other event, and di ko rin na gets kung ano ung hype- pero I still decided to give it a chance since I liked trying new things.

When the first day progress.. that’s where I felt things started to change. Not only did I already meet so much new people, but I felt a spark within me- it was not just curiosity, but I wanted more. I wanted to learn more, I wanted to be part of what was going on. The songs and worship, the sharing of other youth, the sessions and workshops, it all felt weird to me at first. I knew how to express myself, but never spiritually- it was weird for me to raise my hand and sing along during praise fest because I have never done it, to be so open and verbally thank god on a casual, it was all so new.

But eventually, I was able to embrace. I was able to finally understand the joy of others in worshipping god, praying the rosary, attending mass, and wanting to grow spiritually with God. I went inside Convention with curiosity and doubt, but I came out seeking purpose and wanting to grow my spiritual journey. I felt enlightened, and as if everything in the world was at ease and light. No problems, no stress, just Him walking along side me, as I went home that day contented. And this answers my first question in life, maybe all that my heart ever was seeking for, was not the compassion and love of my neighbors and the people around me- but it was seeking for God. And I can ensure you that ever since then, I have always looked forward to every activity the church can offer- and at some point I hope other people can too.

I may not have shown it through my posts, social media, and in any verbal way, but WYC really did hit me deep. And it will forever stay with me.

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25/04/2026

WYC 2026: Stories of Faith🙏
Sashly Navarro, MFC Youth Area of Baguio

As a first-timer attending the World Youth Congress 2026, it was an incredible spiritual journey that I will always treasure. It was truly an experience that touched my heart and made my faith stronger. The theme "Rooted and Built Up" wasn't just a slogan but an experience that deeply touched my soul throughout the remarkable three-day event.

At first, I was hesitant to join WYC because of financial problems. But on the last day of registration, I was convinced to join. I was worried because I could only send half of the required payment; I really thought I wouldn't be able to go. However, I’m very thankful because, through Ate Roxanne and the volunteer who gave money, I was able to pay.

During our Lenten Recollection open forum, I found out from Ate Gyle that when I approached them saying I could only give half, they were also worried about where to find the rest of my registration fee. But at the last minute, a Good Samaritan gave enough to cover the balance. When I learned that, I was so thankful to the Lord because He really made a way for me to join. I thought I couldn't come, but God moved hearts and provided the rest. Truly, if He calls you, He will carry you.

On Day 1, I felt so welcomed and inspired. The opening program and worship were amazing. The talks reminded me that God allows challenges in life to help me trust Him more. It was a great start that prepared my heart to listen and learn.

On Day 2, I enjoyed the activities and the fellowship. I was truly amazed by how young people like me can use their talents to glorify God. The sessions taught me that being "rooted" means growing in faith together, not just alone.

On Day 3, it was bittersweet because honestly, 3 days just wasn’t enough, but I'm happy and ready to share what I learned. The final messages gave me strength and courage to be a better follower of Christ. Truly, WYC 2026 was not just an event I attended, but a miracle I experienced. God made a way when there was no way, and now I am leaving not just happy, but deeply rooted and ready to serve Jesus.

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25/04/2026

WYC 2026: Stories of Faith🙏
Gibriel Santiago, MFC Youth Area of Baguio

Maraming-maraming salamat, MFC Youth, sa pagdalaw dito sa Baguio! Isang maikling back story lang: hindi talaga ako dapat makakasama sa MFC ngayong taon. Noong March pa lang, dapat ay babiyahe na kami papuntang probinsya para sa operasyon sa mata ng mama ko. Nalungkot ako nung nalaman ko ’yun kasi hindi na nga ako nakasama last year dahil malayo ang location at hindi ako pinayagan ng parents ko. Sayang din kasi ngayong nasa Baguio na ang venue, akala ko hindi pa rin ako makakasama. Gets ko naman na sa buhay, hindi laging masusunod ang mga gusto natin, pero nandoon pa rin ’yung lungkot dahil gustong-gusto ko talagang sumama—lalo na nung nag-share sila Kuya Jericho tungkol sa mga nangyari sa MFC last year.

Dumating ako sa puntong nawalan na ng pag-asa. Inisip ko na baka hindi na talaga ako makakasama, lalo na’t pihadong mas malayo na ang susunod na MFC Youth next year. Ang ginawa ko na lang, nag-encourage ako ng mga bata sa church namin, lalo na ’yung mga bagong sali, para mas mapalapit sila kay Lord at mabigyan ng kaalaman na may kasamang kasiyahan. Nalaman ko rin na noong nakaraang taon, nasa 11 participants lang ang galing sa area ng Baguio. Kaya nung chineck ko ’yung mga makikilahok ngayong taon at nakitang nasa 30 na ang bilang, sobrang tuwa ko.

Lumipas ang mga araw at may good news na dumating: kinausap ako ng parents ko na mag-register na habang may slot pa! Napatanong ako, “Bakit po?” ’Yun pala, na-move ang biyahe namin. Sabi ng parents ko, sumama na raw ako at babiyahe na lang kami pagkatapos ng MFC. Grabe, sobrang tuwa ko dahil sa lahat ng araw na ’yun, ang laman ng panalangin ko ay sana makasama ako—at sinagot ng Panginoon ang aking dasal.

Noong Day 1 ng MFC, napakasayang experience dahil kami ang nag-serve sa first Mass. Pagkatapos ng service, nakaka-shock kasi nag-start na agad ang MFC! Maraming sigawan at tunog ng torotot; palakasan ang bawat area at pagandahan ng mga banner. Napakasolid ng mga sumunod na araw kasama ang mga kaibigan—palakasan ng sigaw at walang humpay na katuwaan. Kahit siksikan kami sa venue at halos hindi makatulog sa walang katapusang harutan, sulit na sulit pa rin.

Sa loob ng tatlong araw na ’yun, nalimutan ko lahat ng problema ko sa buhay. Natuto akong maghanap ng kasiyahan kahit na noong mga araw na ’yun ay may mga kinakaharap akong personal na pagsubok. Sobrang blessed ko dahil nakasama ko ang aking mga kuya, ate, friends, at mga ading na ma-experience ang MFC. Sana sa Bataan, kahit hindi man ako makasama, nawa’y madagdagan pa ang 30 participants ng Baguio at magpasabog sa All Stars!

ALAB BAGUIO! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

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25/04/2026

WYC 2026: Stories of Faith🙏
Jeidda Villacarlos, MFC Youth Area of Baguio

The first day helped me realize that we must be grounded in truth and remain unaffected by worldly influences that contradict His Word. We must remain loyal to God and steadfast in His Commandments.

On the second day, I learned that being "Built Up in Christ" means forgiving those who have hurt us. Forgiveness opens our hearts, allowing the love of God to enter and dwell within us. We are called to serve one another—not with arrogance, but with genuine humility and love. I also learned never to lose hope in God; even when it feels like He is silent or not answering, He is still there.

The final day of the World Youth Congress highlighted that everyone has a unique story of how they came to believe in our Lord, Jesus. These stories are like roots that grow toward the fulfillment of God's plan. The Holy Spirit brings kindness, charity, and forgiveness to those who surrender and accept His will with humility. Once you surrender fully, He truly takes care of the rest. We are witnesses of the Living God, called to evangelize, make disciples of all nations, and share the Good News of Jesus with the whole world.

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25/04/2026

WYC 2026: Stories of Faith🙏
Feah Lanuza, MFC Youth Area of Baguio

Nung Day 1, excited ako kasi first time ko nga. Nung nakarating kami sa convention, nakita ko yung dami ng mga youth na nagpunta—kahit alam ko naman na more than 1,600 na tao yung darating, iba pa rin pala ‘pag nandoon na. Yung pag-welcome ng MFC ay very warm na ewan, haha!

After nung Mass, nagulat ako as in. Ang nasa isip ko kasi nung time na yun, “Tama ba ‘to? Bakit nag-iingay pagkatapos na pagkatapos ng misa?” Pero hindi ako nag-tanong kasi baka culture talaga yun ng MFC, at dahil wala naman kami sa simbahan, hinayaan ko na lang.

Nung worship songs na, inaanalyze ko pa lang yung lyrics nung una. Pero nung Talk 1 na, at sinundan ulit ng music, dahil na-analyze ko na yung song kanina, nakasabay na ako. While singing, may na-feel akong something—bigla akong kinilabutan na parang may yumakap sa akin. Bigla akong naiyak na parang gusto kong humagulgul sa sobrang comfortable nung yakap, kahit wala namang nakayakap sa akin physically. Doon ko na-realize na maybe si Papa God yun na kinocomfort kami; na Siya yun na nandoon para damayan kami sa mga problems na meron kami. Siguro ito yung reason bakit kami nandoon: to feel more of His presence. At the end of Day 1, alam kong nangyari na yung gusto kong mangyari—ang ma-“reconnect” sa Kanya at maramdaman Siya ulit matapos kong mapalayo.

Day 2, ang saya kong gumising! I felt na ang ganda ng mood ko at kaya ko nang i-enjoy yung day kasi alam kong kasama ko na ulit Siya. Hindi ko na iniisip yung, “Pano ba bumalik sa’yo, Lord?” I enjoyed that day because I know na bukod sa goal kong ma-reconnect sa Kanya, gusto Niya rin na mag-enjoy ako—hindi lang as a participant, but as His daughter.

Noong last day, ang bilis ng lahat! Nalungkot ako knowing na after nito, uuwi na ulit. But I am glad na I got to spend time with God and my co-youth in this big event. It makes me feel excited sa darating na WYC 2026 (sana payagan, haha!).

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25/04/2026

WYC 2026: Stories of Faith🙏
Jasmine Ramirez MFC Youth Area of Baguio

This WYC, there was really only one thing I was looking forward to... to finally find the answer.

During the heart setting, I kept saying that the one thing I wanted to feel in WYC was to find that answer, because lately I’ve had so many questions that I couldn’t understand or figure out. And I wasn’t disappointed. WYC made me realize that sometimes, the answers we’ve been asking for have already been given to us, just in a different way. We tend to expect something specific, but what comes to us is often unexpected.

And this WYC was something I didn’t expect, yet it was given to me, because this is where I found the answer I had been searching for.

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