Tayug Ward Temple and Family History Work

02/11/2025

🌿 Tayug Ward Temple & Family History Work Activity
📅 November 1, 2025
📍 Tayug Ward Meetinghouse

Today, we gathered for a special activity — “Remembering Our Loved Ones.” 💕
Members of the Tayug Ward came together to honor those who have gone before us and to strengthen our connection as eternal families.

New members were able to create their FamilySearch accounts, learn about the importance of family history work, and discover how this sacred effort helps families become reunited forever.

Through this experience, we were reminded that family history is more than names and dates — it’s about love, legacy, and eternal connections. ❤️

06/10/2025

Repost!

🇵🇭 FamilySearch is now officially affiliated with the National Library of the Philippines!

We're thrilled to partner with the country's premier library to bring millions of historical records closer to Filipinos.

This milestone marks a new chapter in helping families discover their roots—right at the heart of our national heritage # # #.

Visit the National Library E-Resources Corner, Second Floor Reading Area, Monday to Friday 8AM to 5PM and start your journey of connection, discovery, and legacy.

Photos courtesy of the National Library of the Philippines.



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28/09/2025

Today, my heart is heavy as I learned about the passing of our beloved prophet, President Russell M. Nelson. I will always treasure the sacred moment when I had the chance to shake his hand during his visit here in the Philippines, at Makati—a memory I’ll never forget.

I am deeply grateful for his inspired teachings, his unwavering faith, and his Christlike example of discipleship. Truly, his life was a testimony of love, service, and obedience to the Lord. His legacy will continue to guide and inspire us to always choose the higher way.

God be with you till we meet again, President Nelson. 🙏 Thank you for pointing us to Jesus Christ and for reminding us to always look heavenward.

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04/08/2025

✨ HISTORIC MILESTONE UNLOCKED! ✨

Before this day ends, I want to joyfully announce that we have officially reached our goal of 100 submitters for the year 2025 — and it's only been 6 months! 🎉🙌

Yeheeeeeey! 🥳 This remarkable achievement would not have been possible without each of you — your hard work, unwavering commitment, and deep love for the Lord and His great work.

With all my heart, I am deeply grateful to my co-leaders and consultants who labored with so much faith and dedication:

🙏 Rocelyn Javier
🙏 Domingo Javier
🙏 Lorebec Molina
🙏 Hiasmin Licudine
🙏 Angelique Joy Terminez
🙏 Dora Fe Benitez
🙏 Cielo Soto
🙏 Precious Janapearl Reyes
🙏 Jia Benitez
🙏 Alessandra Leones
🙏 Lea Permites
🙏 Diosabelle Escalona
🙏 Neil Macapugas
🙏 Joselito Basas
🙏 Marjocyle Basas
🙏 Heart Tabag
🙏 CJ Escalona

This is the first time in the history of Tayug Ward to reach this milestone — and it marks just the beginning! We will continue until Temple and Family History work becomes a way of life for every member.

To God be the glory! 💛

28/07/2025

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/video/for-leaders-and-temple-and-family-history-callings/2017-02-1050-we-are-the-lords-agents?lang=eng

Elder Quentin L. Cook and Elder Dale G. Renlund teach leaders and councils their important role as agents in the work of salvation.

13/07/2025

We are filled with joy and gratitude as we witness the growing strength of our Temple and Family History Work in Tayug Ward.

We give heartfelt thanks to our beloved TFHW team. Your dedication, consistency, and deep love for the work and for the Lord are a great blessing. You are not only helping others connect with their ancestors — you are helping to fulfill prophecy and bring salvation to our brothers and sisters outside of the veil.

As we continue this sacred work, we remember the promised blessings from prophets and scripture:

“Hearts shall turn to the fathers... and the earth will be smitten with a curse unless this work is done” (Malachi 4:5–6, D&C 2).
“Your children shall be protected. Your homes shall be strengthened. Your testimony shall deepen. And your joy shall increase.” — President Russell M. Nelson

To all who engage in this divine work: the heavens are smiling upon you. As we unite families across generations, we are also being united more deeply with the Lord.

Let us press forward, with hearts turned and hands ready.🙏😊😇

09/06/2025

Family History Activity Report – YTD 2025

We joyfully celebrate the incredible progress of our ward in family history work this year! 🥳
As of May 2025, 64 members have submitted names—44 more than last year! 🙌

📌 Highlights:

👥 85 members have logged in to FamilySearch.

📖 13.6% have completed the first four generations in their family tree.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 60 members participated in indexing.

🧒 Youth participation is strong at 18.1%, and new members lead the way with 26.3% involvement!

💖 We thank all members and leaders who have made this possible through your efforts, encouragement, and love for your ancestors. Your work is truly sacred.

Let’s keep going! Our goal is within reach—every name counts, every effort matters.

“The Lord has promised that He will provide a way for the faithful to receive all the blessings of the temple. Family history work is one way we can be part of that miracle.”
— President Russell M. Nelson

Let’s continue this sacred work with faith, unity, and love. Temple blessings are waiting!

09/06/2025

Church Newsroom update about Temple Recommend read link below.

After a global, multi-week rollout, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints now offers members worldwide the option of issuing their temple recommend on a mobile device, rather than on paper.

02/05/2025

Story Time!

"A Name Found, A Heart Healed"

Maria had always been curious about her ancestors. As a convert to the Church, she often felt a spiritual nudge to learn more about her roots but didn’t know where to start. One Sunday, her ward held a Family History class, and she decided to attend.

With the help of a family history consultant, she began to explore records from her home country, the Philippines. After weeks of searching, she discovered a great-grandmother named Rosa who had passed away in the 1940s. As she read the faded documents, Maria felt an overwhelming sense of connection. She knew Rosa was waiting.

With tears in her eyes, Maria prepared Rosa’s name for the temple. Months later, she traveled to the Manila Philippines Temple with her husband to perform the ordinances on Rosa’s behalf. As the work was completed, Maria felt an undeniable warmth and peace — a witness that Rosa had accepted the ordinances.

But the blessings didn’t stop there.

Maria's testimony deepened, her marriage grew stronger, and her teenage children, inspired by her story, began their own family history research. One night, her daughter said, “Mom, I feel like we’re not alone anymore. Our family is bigger than we thought.”

Through the sacred work of the temple, Maria not only helped redeem the dead — she healed the living. Rosa’s legacy now lives on, not just in records, but in the hearts of her posterity.

30/04/2025

This is excitingl

Read the full article below.

A new statue of Joseph Smith receiving the gold plates from the angel Moroni is added to Temple Square. An update is also given on the Salt Lake Temple interior’s wood paneling, beams and stenciling

29/04/2025

Story Time!

The Spirit That Connected Generations

Emily loved visiting her grandmother’s old house in Idaho.
It was filled with black-and-white photos, handwritten journals,
and heirlooms that whispered stories from long ago.

But as Emily grew busier—with school, work, and her church calling—
those visits happened less and less.
Still, the memories stayed in her heart.

One Sunday during General Conference,
Emily listened carefully as Elder Dale G. Renlund spoke:
“When we gather our family histories and go to the temple on behalf of our ancestors,
God fulfills promised blessings simultaneously on both sides of the veil.”

Those words settled deep inside her.
She realized that family history wasn’t just a nice hobby—
It was a holy work.

The next weekend, Emily returned to her grandmother’s house.
Now it belonged to her parents, but the attic still held treasures.

There, in a dusty corner, she found a box labeled:
“Great-Grandma Mary – Letters and Records.”
Inside were old letters, a birth certificate,
and the story of a woman missing from their family tree.

Emily carefully added Mary’s name into FamilySearch.
She prepared the temple ordinances,
knowing that heaven was watching.

In the temple, Emily felt something sacred.
As she performed the baptism and confirmation for Mary,
a peaceful joy filled her soul—
a joy that seemed to echo through generations.

Later, Emily shared her experience in sacrament meeting,
quoting President Russell M. Nelson:
“As you do the work for your ancestors and help gather Israel,
they will help you. It’s a divine partnership.”

From then on, Emily made temple and family history work
part of her everyday life.
Her example inspired her whole family.

Together, they turned their hearts to their ancestors—
and felt heaven turn toward them.

23/04/2025

The youth of Tayug Ward truly turned their hearts to their ancestors as they served in the temple, fulfilling the promise of Malachi 4:6. Their example reminds us of the joy and blessings that come when we take part in the Lord’s work. Let’s follow their lead and draw closer to our families on both sides of the veil.