Batac Ward Updates

23/03/2026

“𝐀 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞: 𝐔𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠”

The Batac Stake Presidency and the bishopric of Batac Ward, together with Elder Ernesto Deyro Jr, an Area Seventy, visited recent converts to provide guidance, encouragement, and support. They also encouraged those they visited to set goals to attend the temple and prepare for missionary service.

This meaningful ministering effort took place on March 21, 2026, strengthening the faith and commitment of the members.

Elder Deyro is visiting Batac Philippines Stake to preside at the 2-day Stake Conference of Batac Philippines Stake at Ilocandia Cultural Center (ICC), located at the City of Batac.

Sister Jean B. Bingham a former Relief Society General President said, “𝙈𝙖𝙮 𝙬𝙚 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙂𝙤𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙨𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙗𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙨.”

23/03/2026

𝐘𝐒𝐀 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

On March 20, 2026, YSAs of Batac Stake had an epic day out at Tanap Avis and the stunning Kapurpurawan Rock Formations in Burgos!

From the rocky trails to the refreshing waterfalls in Tanap Avis Falls to Kapurpurawan Rock Formations in Burgos. The hike? Tough. The trails? Rocky. The walk? Long. But 100% worth it! Every part of the journey was an experience and every moment was a mix of thrill and pure adventure.

19/03/2026

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐌𝐞!

On March 14, 2026, within the quiet walls of Batac Chapel, Sister Rosalie Paguibitan Reyes, with a willing heart and contrite spirit, accepted the invitation of the Lord Jesus Christ, and with faith, stepped into the waters of baptism—beginning a sacred journey of faith, hope, and light.

We welcome her with joyful hearts as she walks the covenant path.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐒𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐞!

“𝘽𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙪 𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙩𝙝𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙚𝙣𝙙.”

18/03/2026

𝐀 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤

The Young Women of the Batac Ward gave the ward bulletin board a fresh new look! Designed to inform, inspire, and connect, now it’s the go-to spot for all the latest news, fun updates, reminders, and messages of faith.

Small changes, big impact—keeping the Batac Saints connected and inspired as they grow together in faith!

09/03/2026

𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐜 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭

Several members of the Batac Ward of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints visited the House of the Lord in Urdaneta, Pangasinan on March 7, 2026. It was a wonderful day of renewing their temple covenants and performing sacred proxy ordinances for their deceased ancestors.

Sister Jean Stevens, a former counselor in the Primary General Presidency, shared: “𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙏𝙚𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙫𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙪𝙨 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙡𝙙 & 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮𝙗𝙤𝙙𝙮 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙬𝙚𝙚𝙣; 𝙞𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙚𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙬𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙬𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙚𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙘𝙡𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙬𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚.”

28/02/2026

Another joyful and spirit-filled gathering of the Institute and Seminary students at Batac Chapel on February 27, 2026! ✨

It was a day filled with laughter, and meaningful connections as everyone enjoyed friendly matches of volleyball, intense rounds of UNO, exciting games of jenga, and strategic battles in chess. 🏐♟️🃏

Moments like these continue to strengthen their bond—building not only teamwork and sportsmanship but also deeper friendships rooted in unity and shared purpose.

28/02/2026

Brother Lowell Augusteen Gamet Cabie was baptized on February 26, 2026, at Batac Chapel. Our hearts were filled with gratitude and happiness as we witnessed him take this special step on his spiritual journey.

As 𝙀𝙡𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝘿𝙚𝙡𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙩 𝙇. 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙡𝙚𝙮 said, “𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩 𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙥 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙝 𝙩𝙤 𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙨𝙢”

24/02/2026

𝐑𝐒 𝐆𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐔𝐤𝐚𝐲-𝐔𝐤𝐚𝐲 𝟐.𝟎 👗✨

𝐎𝐟 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬, 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐬, 𝐁𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬 & 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐕𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐬

On Saturday, February 21, 2026, the Relief Society of Batac Ward gathered for another exciting ukay-ukay adventure filled with laughter, stylish finds, and joyful sisterhood. From making handmade bracelets and discovering pre-loved gems to sharing sweet treats of Graham balls and celebrating our birthday sisters, the day was a beautiful blend of fun, creativity, and connection. Truly, when we come together, every find becomes more meaningful and every moment becomes a cherished memory. 💛

21/02/2026

Headline: Prepare Your Hearts and Minds for Stake Conference!

We are thrilled to announce that Elder Ernesto Deyro Jr. will be presiding over our upcoming Stake Conference on March 21–22, 2026.

The Stake Presidency invites each of us to begin preparing both spiritually and physically for this special weekend. Let’s come ready to listen, learn, and be uplifted by the messages shared.

Save the dates and stay tuned for specific session times!

20/02/2026

Stack, Roll, Laugh, Repeat! 🎲✨

February 20, 2026, after Seminary and Institute classes---

It was a night to remember as Seminary and Institute students came together at Batac Chapel for an epic evening of games, laughter, and good vibes! From carefully stacking Jenga blocks 🏰 without letting them tumble, to dropping wild UNO cards 🃏 and shouting “Bingo!” 🎉, everyone was all-in on fun and friendly competition.

The place was filled with giggles, cheers, and high-fives, proving that learning together @ 5:30-7:00 PM afterwards playing together make the best memories. 🌙💛

Faith, friendship, and games—truly the perfect combo! 💫

18/02/2026

18/02/2026

𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡, 𝐅𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐮𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐧

The Seminary and Institute students of Batac Ward gathered together on February 17, 2026 at Gabut Beach, Badoc, Ilocos Norte for a day filled with faith, fellowship, and fun in the sun.

The group enjoyed a variety of activities such as chess, game of the generals, scrabble, volleyball, and, of course, swimming. But beyond the games, the beach-outing strengthened the bond that unites the Seminary and Institute students. It was a joyful day of making memories, building connections, and sharing experiences.

Sister Lei Zapanta, an Institute student, shared, “𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙄 𝙛𝙚𝙡𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙛𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥, 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙎𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙪𝙩𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧, 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙧𝙚𝙟𝙤𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩. 𝙄 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙣𝙖 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣 𝙖 𝙨𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝 𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙗𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙪𝙨 𝙘𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙂𝙤𝙙 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚.”

And for everyone, it's the best day ever, no debate!

And all for His glory!