Cebu Philippines Liloan Stake

25/05/2026

LDS CHARITIES EQUIPS BRGY. TAMIAO OF COMPOSTELA, CEBU WITH NEW TECHNOLOGY

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, operating through its humanitarian arm, Latter-Day Saints Charities (LDS Charities), formally donated a new computer set and printer to Barangay Tamiao in Compostela, Cebu. This project delivers essential administrative tools to improve local public service and streamline daily operations at the barangay hall.

Punong Barangay, Hon. Leilamie Talingting and her fellow barangay officials officially accepted the equipment on behalf of the community. Stake High Councilor, Brother Ericson Avendaño and his wife, Sister Windey, represented LDS Charities and the Cebu Philippines Liloan Stake during the turnover. Bishop Joseph Daffon of the Liloan 3rd Ward also attended the handover to show his support for the local partnership.

Addressing the local leaders, Brother Avendaño explained the core purpose behind the initiative. He noted that the Church views caring for the poor and helping those in need as a sacred responsibility. By focusing on practical, targeted humanitarian efforts, he emphasized that the Church works to support communities in lasting and meaningful ways.

This donation stands as a clear, impactful example of faith translated into direct community action, ensuring local leaders have the tools they need to serve their residents effectively.

14/05/2026

The Cebu Philippines Liloan Stake joins the Cebu Provincial Government in strengthening healthcare services in Danao City.

Our Stake President, Rodolfo T. Torralba, Jr. attended the turnover of critical medical equipment donated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to Cebu Provincial Hospital–Danao City.

The donation—which includes an autoclave machine, electrocautery machine, suction machine, and patient monitor—supports the hospital’s ongoing recovery efforts following the impact of Typhoon Tino. These tools will help healthcare workers provide timely and life‑saving care to the community.

We are grateful for the opportunity to stand with local leaders and partners in promoting resilience, compassion, and improved access to quality healthcare for all Cebuanos.

14/05/2026

13/05/2026

CALLED TO SERVE

President Torralba set apart Elder Talledo of the Carmen Branch today as a full-time missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He has been called to serve in the Madagascar Antananarivo North Mission and will enter the Philippines Missionary Training Center on May 15, 2026, where he will begin his missionary service.

Prior to receiving his mission call, Elder Talledo faithfully served as a Branch Missionary, actively helping and supporting the full-time missionaries and the missionary efforts in the Carmen Branch. He also actively participated in branch, stake, and multistake activities, where he developed friendships and acquaintances that helped him grow in confidence as he served others and the Lord.

We express our love and full support for Elder Talledo as he labors in the Lord’s vineyard in Madagascar Antananarivo North Mission.

Serve well and return with honor!

13/05/2026

RETURNED WITH HONOR!

Two years ago, Elder Soco left with a heart full of faith; today, he returns with a soul full of stories, miracles, and lives forever changed. Serving in the Philippines Cagayan De Oro Mission, he has been the hands and feet of the Lord.

We couldn't be prouder of the man of God he has become and the light he has shared.

Welcome back, Elder Soco! Your Liloan 1st Ward and Stake Family are so proud of you! You've made it to the finish line, which marks another beginning of new chapters of your life.

10/05/2026

RETURNED WITH HONOR!

For two years, Elder Resuma left with a heart full of faith; last January 1, 2026, he returns with a soul full of stories, miracles, and lives forever changed. Serving in the Philippines Angeles Mission, he has been the hands and feet of the Lord.

We couldn't be prouder of the man of God he has become and the light he has shared.

Welcome back, Elder Resuma! Your Danao 1st Ward and Stake Family are so proud of you! You've made it to the finish line, which marks another beginning of new chapters of your life.

10/05/2026

RETURNED WITH HONOR!

For two years, Elder Tamula left with a heart full of faith; last January 1, 2026, he returns with a soul full of stories, miracles, and lives forever changed. Serving in the Philippines Angeles Mission, he has been the hands and feet of the Lord.

We couldn't be prouder of the man of God he has become and the light he has shared.

Welcome back, Elder Tamula! Your Liloan 3rd Ward and Stake Family are so proud of you! You've made it to the finish line, which marks another beginning of new chapters of your life.

09/05/2026

RETURNED WITH HONOR!

For eighteen months, Sister Gasta left with a heart full of faith; last April 18, 2026, she returns with a soul full of stories, miracles, and lives forever changed. Serving in the [South] Korea Busan Mission, she has been the hands and feet of the Lord. We couldn't be prouder of the woman of God she has become and the light she has shared.

Welcome back, Sister Gasta! Your Camotes Branch Family and the whole Liloan Stake are so proud of you! You've made it to the finish line, which marks another beginning of new chapters of your life.

07/05/2026

RETURNED WITH HONOR!

Eighteen months ago, Sister Alba stepped into the mission field with a heart full of faith. Yesterday, she returned carrying stories of miracles, growth, and lives touched forever. In the Philippines San Pablo Mission, she truly became the hands and feet of the Lord. We are deeply proud of the woman of God she has become and the light she has shared so generously.

Welcome home, Sister Alba!

Your Liloan 3rd Ward family—and the entire Liloan Stake—celebrate you. You’ve crossed the finish line of this sacred chapter, and now new beginnings await. Shine on. 🌟

07/05/2026

RETURNED WITH HONOR!

Two years ago, Elder Mades left with a heart full of faith; last April 1, 2026, he returns with a soul full of stories, miracles, and lives forever changed. Serving in the Philippines Butuan and Davao Missions, he has been the hands and feet of the Lord. We couldn't be prouder of the man he has become and the light he has shared.

Welcome back, Elder Mades! Your Liloan 2nd Ward and Stake Family are so proud of you! You've made it to the finish line, which marks another beginning of new chapters of your life.

07/05/2026

CALLED TO SERVE

President Torralba set apart Sister Boer of the Carmen Branch yesterday as a full-time missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She has been called to serve in Philippines Quezon City North Mission and will enter the Philippines Missionary Training Center on May 7, 2026, where she will begin her missionary service.

Prior to receiving her mission call, Sister Boer served as Young Women Secretary and in YSA Gathering Place helping YSAs to engage and gather in activities and institute classes. This service helped her to become more focus in preparing for her mission.

In her facebook post, she shared why she wanted to serve a mission;

"So I want to serve a mission because I know what it feels like to be lost. I know what it feels like to feel unworthy, unsure and alone in your faith. And I also know the indescribable relief of being welcomed back - of realizing that you never forgotten. I want to help others feel that same love. I want to testify that no one is too far, too weak, or too late to return."

"I want to serve because I love our Savior. I love Him for never giving up on me - even when I drifted. I love Him for patiently teaching me that weakness is not disqualification."

Her testimony will surely help her in serving others and the Lord.

We express our love and full support for Sister Boer as she labors in the Lord’s vineyard in Philippines Quezon City North Mission.

Serve well and return with honor!

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