YSAs of San Carlos Branch 2

23/07/2025

Last Sunday with Sister Cabael as our YSA Leader and before going on a mission.
We're so proud of you, good luck on your mission and Return With Honor Sister Cabael!

If you'd like to message her and be updated on her mission journey. Feel free to message -

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21/07/2025

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21/07/2025

Young Single Adults' Game Night Activity! ✨

This activity happened on the 19th of July, saturday. T'was shared with joy, excitement, laughters and tears especially when there's actually a surprise farewell party for Sister Cabael who will soon go on a mission on the 24th.

This will be another moment to be remembered!

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20/07/2025

Our Sister Cabael from the YSA of San Carlos Branch 2 🫶

I often ask myself, “Is my life worth living?”

Yet serving the Lord opened my eyes, mind, and heart.
I felt it in my heart with my burning desire that going on a mission is one of my purposes here.

Going on a mission is leaving behind all personal affairs—family, career, dreams, and other important things to consider. But I pondered and realized that there is more important than living life alone. It is “living the ways of the Lord.”

It's fulfilling that I can proudly answer myself without haste because I know that I chose a path that could help me, my family, and other people, and it is my one-and-a-half-year mission.

Even with the delays, my mission call arrived at the most unexpected time. So many conflicts while preparing for my papers, and I could still remember how much hope I've had and the thought of losing it in the process. My patience was tested, as was my faith. But above all that happened, miracles keep unfolding, proving that the love of our God is greater than anything.
I asked in prayer, as said in the Bible;
“If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.”
-Matthew 21:22

I know that I am called to this great work, that all of us have a path to take in different ways, but we can surely come together to return to the presence of our Heavenly Father.

It is with great joy that I feel more alive knowing that I'll be one of the missionaries in gathering Israel—who'll help other people to return to His presence.

The route that I'm going to take may not be as easy as some people's expectations, but I know I'll stand still with truth—even if it means standing alone.

I know that Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ love us so much, and they're waiting for us. With all the uncertainties of this world, He is there, our sure thing, waiting.

So yes, life is worth living, especially if you seek His counsel.

Alma 37:37
“Counsel with the Lord in all thy doings, and He will direct thee for good.”

Sister Cabael |🇵🇭Philippines General Santos Mission
July 2025 - January 2027

20/07/2025

Our Sister Nazareno from the YSA of San Carlos Branch 2 🫶

I once believed that to become a missionary means that I should be able to reshape myself into the most perfect, strong, and flawless version of myself. When I finally got the courage to stand firm on my decision to serve on a mission, I was nothing but a lost puppy trying to find its way home.

From the moment I started processing my papers, I was faced with all adversaries possible. I was breaking from cycle to cycle and versions of me that I didn’t even know existed. During those times I was grateful enough to say that I was not alone. This person helped a lot with my growth not only temporally but also spiritually. It suddenly hit me how they all say “conversion is a lifelong process.” My growth made me understand how important accountability is, how we shouldn’t just stick with “This is who I am; please accept me as me.”

In those 2 and a half years of pondering, processing, and waiting, I have never in my 20 years kneeled, prayed, and fasted more than I have up till now. As I struggled to know what to do during those times, the only solution that I went with and had forgotten was to just put my trust in Him. I did, and it amazes me how his plan for me slowly unfolds right in front of me like an open book.

I know that each of us has our flaws and imperfections, but in the eyes of our Heavenly Father, we can be made perfect through the example of His Son, Jesus Christ. I know that with the help of the gospel, teachings from the church, revelations from the prophets and apostles, and our covenants, we can be able to overcome all of the negativities the world has to offer.

The Lord loves effort. In the best of our abilities, and in the smallest of our abilities. To Him.It.will.always.count.

He loves His children. He loves you. His arms will always be stretched forth, waiting for you to come back home.

I carry this testimony with me with all my heart, and may this touch the hearts of all of the souls that I may be able to serve during my mission.

Sister Nazareno |🇵🇭Philippines Urdaneta Mission
August 2025 - February 2027

18/07/2025

Our Elder Villavicencio from the YSA of San Carlos Branch 2 🫶

As a young boy, it was hard for me to understand the truth. Having been born from a pioneering family, almost everything I know about the church came from my parents. A borrowed testimony was all I have to offer, both in church and to my friends/relatives asking me about my faith.

In James 1:5, I quote, “If any of you lack wisdom⁠, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” Just like the young Joseph smith did, I have done just that. I sought, pondered, and prayed to Heavenly Father for guidance, to know and understand the truth.

And now, I bare testimony of the truthfulness of the Restored gospel of Jesus Christ, and that Prophet Joseph Smith was called by God to restore His church here on earth. The Book of Mormon being the keystone of our religion and as another record testifying that Jesus is the Christ.

Being blessed to know of the sweet knowledge about Heavenly father’s plan for (us) His children, I have been called to serve in the Philippines Cabanatuan Mission and will prepare to preach the gospel in the Tagalog language. And will begin my missionary training on Friday, August 22, 2025.

Elder Villavicencio |🇵🇭Philippines Cabanatuan Mission
August 2025 - August 2027

16/07/2025

Our Elder Cabael from the YSA of San Carlos Branch 2 🫶

Deciding to go on a mission includes various sacrifices. Two years ago, I decided to go on a mission. Month of May this year, I finally received my mission call. Honestly, I didn't expect to wait this long, but I know everything has reasons, and everything has purposes.

That two years of waiting didn't go as smooth as the waters on the ocean. I've faced lots of hurdles and challenges, I got tested in different aspects of life, it even tested my faith.
Sometimes there are days that I don't feel like the way I was, there are days that I feel so down and drained, and there are days that I doubted and even questioned myself of the decisions I've made.

I almost get drowned in my thoughts thinking of the things which I should've done and shouldn't do.
But despite all of that, I smiled and keep on doing the things that could help myself. I continue to pray, go to church, and have faith in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ.

Now, I am beyond grateful that I've made this far.
I've realized those challenges were just a part of my progress.
Those hurdles made me strong and it made me who I am today.

I am assigned to labor in the Philippines Cagayan de Oro Mission and I am exceedingly happy to be given a chance to serve and help other people know about the gospel of Jesus Christ.

I testify that enduring takes a lot of courage, but Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ will always help us along the way.

Waiting is not easy but I testify that things will come when you less expect it, and it will come naturally when you trust God and His timing.

Elder Cabael | 🇵🇭Philippines Cagayan de Oro Mission
August 2025 - August 2027

15/07/2025

Dear YSAs,

Remember what Jeffrey R. Holland said;

"Your Father in heaven knows your name and knows your circumstance. He hears your prayers. He knows your hopes and dreams, including your fears and frustrations. And He knows what you can become through faith in Him."

So whenever you feel uncertain about something, pray with all your heart because He'll never leave you unattended, for He is with us always and forever.

02/07/2025

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Fumbling through trials but staying stronger with faith until the end.

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