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Preach My Gospel Scholars, Las Piñas (2026)

02/03/2026

It's Justin Day! Of course we’re not letting the day end without greeting to our very own, Brother Justin Paralejas a Happy Birthday! 🎂🎉

We are so grateful for your warmth and enthusiasm as our eternal friend and part of our family. Our hearts are full of love for you as you continue to inspire us as a prospective missionary and being our eternal friend to us. Thank you for being part of PMGDS Family. 🌺

We love you to the kolob and back! ❤️

27/02/2026

It's Patrecia Day! Of course we’re not letting the day end without greeting to our very own, Sister Patrecia a Happy Birthday! 🎂🎉

We are so grateful for your warmth and enthusiasm as our eternal friend and part of our family. Our hearts are full of love for you as you continue to inspire us as a prospective missionary and being our eternal friend to us. Thank you for being part of PMGDS Family. 🌺

We love you to the kolob and back! ❤️

24/02/2026

2 Nephi 2: 6-8

"Wherefore, redemption cometh in and through the Holy Messiah; for he is full of grace and truth.

Behold, he offereth himself a sacrifice for sin, to answer the ends of the law, unto all those who have a broken heart and a contrite spirit; and unto none else can the ends of the law be answered.

Wherefore, how great the importance to make these things known unto the inhabitants of the earth, that they may know that there is no flesh that can dwell in the presence of God, save it be through the merits, and mercy, and grace of the Holy Messiah, who layeth down his life according to the flesh, and taketh it again by the power of the Spirit, that he may bring to pass the resurrection of the dead, being the first that should rise."

I want to serve as a missionary of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints because I want others to know and love Jesus Christ and partake of the blessings of His Atonement. I seek for the salvation of my neighbours because I know that the gospel of Jesus Christ will help them be happier, better and become what God wants them to be (2 Nephi 9:18). I know that as the people accept the gospel of Christ and make covenants with God by baptism and in the temple, their life will change for the best just like what happened to mine. I know that God loves everyone of us and He wants us to be like Him (Psalm 82:6). As we follow the Saviour, Jesus Christ, by also following the counsel of the deceased and living prophets, we will be guided safely home back to our Father in Heaven (Amos 3:7, Mosiah 8:16-18). I also know that as the people come near to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, they will find the true meaning of life and their purpose, they will feel the joy and peace beyond the world can give (Matthew 11:28-30, Mosiah 2:41). I know without any shallow of doubt that Jesus's Christ church was restored through the Prophet Joseph Smith (Doctrine and Covenants 1) and the Book of Mormon is an another word of God that contains the fullness of the gospel of Christ, we will feel closer to God and know that God doesn't change as we read, ponder, and prayed to know of it's truthfulness (Moroni 10:3-5).

Sister Juneshelle Hernandez
Prospective Missionary

23/02/2026

"FROM WHISPERED DOUBTS TO BURNING DESIRE"

I was converted to the missionaries when I was 13 years old. To skip... every time the missionaries visited our house, I was really inspired by them because they wore white, had name tags, and most of all, taught different people. I can't call it a desire yet—I just liked it and was inspired. But little by little, I understood the Lord's work, His Gospel and as others shared their testimonies of how the Gospel changed their lives, I compared my life too before I accepted the Gospel to after, and it was so different from before.

And when I was in Grade 10, I started to have a desire to serve on a mission to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, how it can change my life and also my family. But when I was in SHS, my perspective biglang nag iba, and I focused more on worldly things/needs and yeah that time I already registered for college. One night, it felt like there were whispers of doubts, overthinks and questions, and I was thinking that I'm so happy going to church with my loved ones, which is my family, we are happy to live the Gospel of Christ, to continue striving to follow the commandments of the Lord and striving to endure to the end. And I had so many questions for myself: 'How about the others? For those who still haven't received the Gospel of Jesus Christ, for those still seeking truth, how can I help them?' That night, I prayed to the Lord, crying and asking what I need to do, what I need to do first. After I prayed, I fell asleep, (hindi ko alam na nakatulog na ako huhu) and when I woke up in the morning after praying, I saw my envelope that had fallen, and I opened it. The first thing I saw was my Patriarchal blessings, and I read it again, pondered it, and the questions I was asking were answered. I was crying and a bit nervous also.

I started to have my desire to serve the Lord's work, na feel ko talaga na nagbabaga yung desire ko to help others through serving a full time mission. But I was nervous to tell it to my family because they all expected me to go to college. I thought about how to tell them for almost weeks. And the day came when my mama and papa were talking about our future, and one of those topics was how to send me to college, and kaya namn daw nila akong paaralin and yeah this is the right time na sabihin ko sa kanila(nanginginig) and I inserted into their topic and told them I would go on a mission, and I would prioritize God's work first.

I explained to them what I felt and why I made that decision, and gladly (mixed emotions talaga) they were both happy about my decision and desire. They even said that whatever decision I make, they will support me as long as it's for my good. Hinintay lang nilang sabihin ko na mag mission, hindi nila ako gn forced but hinayaan nila ako, and I'm so much grateful of that. On Sunday, I immediately told our President that I want to prepare for a mission.

And yeah, serving on a mission is not a choice like gusto lng natin without knowing our purpose, and this not family's wants for us or people's want, but it's a desire, a willingness, and a prompting by the Holy Ghost. Why serve mission? Because I really love our Savior Jesus Christ and His work and also the people, and He wants me to serve on a mission to help accomplish His work here on earth, and to help people seeking truth. That's why I want Jesus Christ to use me, to share His Gospel and His light, to show how He can bless individuals and families, just as He blesses me, and to share what I felt when I was converted by the Lord through the missionaries, and when I accepted the Gospel of Jesus Christ. But yeah, serving on a mission not only helps others but also strengthens our own faith and testimony of Jesus Christ and His restored Gospel. Since the day I had this desire, I've been ready to be used and to share the love of Jesus Christ with others, and to help draw closer to Him. I know all of these things are true and I will leave them in the sacred name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and redeemer, Amen!

Sister Nica Pladero
Philippines Manila Mission
May 2026 - November 2027

23/02/2026

I want to share my short testimony, I testify that the most important things in this world is to know Heavenly Father and accept in our lives that Jesus Christ as our Savior and Redeemer,. I also testify that if we always obey the Lord's commandments and strive to follow Him. We can feel the love, hope and happiness in this world, and I also testify that the Book of Mormon, have a fullness of gospel of Jesus Christ. I testify that we must act through our faith. I know that as a disciple of Jesus Christ that I can do alll things.

Elder Dallin Maxwell V Jove
Idaho Idaho Falls Mission
February 2026 - February 2028

22/02/2026

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‎I chose to serve a mission because I have felt God’s love in my life again and again. I am a convert, not someone who was born into the Church. I joined the Church in the Tubao branch. agoo stake. And ever since I found the gospel, my whole life has changed. The Church has helped me become someone stronger and better than I was before.
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‎Through the gospel, I have become more brave, more loving, more happy, and more hopeful. I have learned to be kinder, more patient, and more willing to follow God. The Church has helped me grow in ways I never imagined. God has blessed me with many good people, with love, with opportunities, and with a clearer path for my future.
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‎I know God guided me step by step to find His truth. The scriptures and the teachings of Jesus Christ have brought peace and strength into my life. Because the gospel changed me, I want to share that same hope and happiness with others.
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‎I also chose to serve because of the missionaries who helped me, taught me, and inspired me. They believed in me and helped prepare me for this path. Now, I want to be that same light for someone else.
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‎I feel truly blessed to be called to serve in the. Philippines San Pablo mission Mission. I know this call comes from the Lord, and I know He has a plan for me. Even though the journey won’t always be easy, I trust Him completely.
‎This is why I chose to serve the Lord with all my heart.
‎In the name of Jesus Christ, amen.
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‎Elder Mark Joshua Malandac
‎Philippines San Pablo Mission
‎March 2026 - March 2028

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22/02/2026

BE A LIGHT TO OTHERS ☀️

Convert din ako at sumama ako sa kapitbahay namin kasi member sila ng The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, nagsimula ang lahat dahil na curious ako kasi kapag Sunday naka puti and very clean silang tingnan. Lumipas ang mga panahon na naging close ko iyong kapitbahay namin and I made a decision na sumama sa pag simba.

Lumilipas ang mga panahon mas na iintidiihan ko kung bakit maganda ang Church because there is a lot of opportunity and possible things sa loob ng simbahan and alam na alam ko na magiging maganda ang buhay ko because of gospel of Jesus Christ, lumipas ang mga panahon na I made a decision na magpaturo sa mga missionaries and dun ko nalaman at na intindihan kung sino si Jesus Christ sa buhay ko, at dumating yung araw na sinabihan ako ng mga missionaries about sa binyag ko.

Sinabi ko sa kanila na hindi ko gusto na buhay ko lang ang mabago gusto ko pati buhay ng mga magulang ko. Alam kong mahirap ang process dahil my parents is not agree about my situation that time, and nalaman pa nila na I had a desire to serve a mission, pero I believe na “walang matigas na puso pag gospel na ni Jesus Christ ang kumatok sa puso natin." I pray and nagbigay iyong Diyos sa akin ng mga way para makatulong para sa mga magulang ko, “don’t serve a mission wala kang mapapala diyan.” sabi ng Papa ko. Ginawa ko siyang motivation sa buhay ko na hindi maka apekto sa desire ko.

I’m so very happy na answer yung prayer ko kasi naturuan sila ng mga missionaries and all of worldly things ay unti-unti na nilang naiiwanan hangang dumating na iyong time na nababago na sila.

Dumating iyong time na sabay kaming nabinyagan and after one year and na sealed din po kami sa temple. After many years hindi ko alam na mayroon akong trials na haharapin.

I’m not an academic achiever and alam
ko sa sarili ko na hindi ko kaya gawing proud iyong mga magulang ko sa ganyang bagay pero nagawa ko na maging proud sila sa akin because of my desire to serve a mission.

Noong 2022, my father died and nasa tabi niya ako hawak ko kamay niya until his last breath, the last words of my father is” GO AND SERVE THE LORD, SERVE A MISSION MADAMI KANG MA TUTULUNGAN, PROUD AKO SAYO”

And now, I receive my call naalala ko iyong sinabi ng Papa ko, a lot of trials and temptations sa buhay natin, because hindi tayo perfect and anytime, any day pwede natin maranasan ang kahirapan, sa lahat ng trials isa lang ang natutunan ko, " build a strong foundation." Iyong foundation na hinding-hindi mawawala kahit anong problema ang dumating, matibay na tiwala sa Diyos and faith and hope sa buhay, Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ have a plan for us, and I know families can be together forever.

Elder Carl Nabore
Philippines Cagayan De Oro Mission
April 2026 - April 2028

22/02/2026

It's John Lester Day! Of course we’re not letting the day end without greeting to our very own, Brother John Lester a Happy Birthday! 🎂🎉

We are so grateful for your warmth and enthusiasm as our eternal friend and part of our family. Our hearts are full of love for you as you continue to inspire us as a prospective missionary and being our eternal friend to us. Thank you for being part of PMGDS Family. 🌺

We love you to the kolob and back! ❤️

18/02/2026

I believe in a God called El Roi. Let me explain.

One of my most meaningful passages is found in the story of Hagar in Genesis 16. Hagar was a servant of Abraham and Sarah, and because of difficult circumstances, she ran away while she was pregnant (Genesis 16:6). In her time of affliction, the angel of the Lord found her in the wilderness (Genesis 16:7). Imagine that. In the middle of nowhere, in her pain, she was found.

The angel asked her, “Whence camest thou? and whither wilt thou go?” (Genesis 16:8). It was a powerful question, especially for someone who probably felt like she had nowhere to go. Then the angel told her to return and gave her this assurance: “The Lord hath heard thy affliction” (Genesis 16:11). That means God was not ignoring her suffering. He heard her. He saw her. He knew her.

Because of that sacred experience, Hagar called the name of the Lord El Roi, meaning “Thou God seest me.” In Genesis 16:13 it says, “And she called the name of the Lord that spake unto her, Thou God seest me: for she said, Have I also here looked after him that seeth me?”

She came to know that God is a God who sees.

I believe in that God. A God who sees you. A God who knows you. A God who hears our pains and our cries. A God who is lovingly and ever present in times of difficulty.

During the eight months of my mission preparation, I can honestly say it was not easy. It was intense and at times overwhelming. There were moments when tears flowed and my heart felt heavy. But just like Hagar, I learned that God sees me. He knows where I am. He knows where I desire to be. He knows that the things I go through are preparing me for something greater.

That is the message I want to share. Jesus Christ knows and feels with us. In Book of Mormon, Alma teaches that Christ would go forth “suffering pains and afflictions and temptations of every kind” and that He would take upon Him the pains and sicknesses of His people so that “he may know according to the flesh how to succor his people” (Alma 7:11–12). Because of His Atonement, He not only sees us. He understands us perfectly.

I testify that God lives and that He loves us deeply. This calling has strengthened my testimony that when times are rough, God is right there, relentlessly pursuing us with His love.

I testify of Jesus Christ and of His Atonement. It works for me, and it works for you. If we repent and turn to Him, He will help us. Our Heavenly Father desires that we receive the divine help that is always available.

Know this. You are loved. You are a child of God. Heavenly Father loves you and has a plan for you. He will place you where He knows it is right, because I believe in a God who sees, who sees me and who sees you, today and forever.

Elder Michael Angelo Nañez
Young Service Missionary
Philippines San Pablo Mission
March 2026 - March 2028

16/02/2026

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23/08/2025

"My Savior Jesus Christ has guided me to where I am today."

I grew up as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I was baptized at the age of 8, but as I grew older, I drifted away from the church, which led me to question my purpose in life and whether Heavenly Father truly there.

One of the children's songs we sang in Primary, "A Child's Prayer," has stuck with me: "Heavenly Father, are you really there? And do you hear and answer every child's prayer?" This song allowed me to ask Heavenly Father in prayer if He was truly there. During Primary, our teacher would often ask who wanted to serve a mission when they grew up. I never raised my hand because I was uncertain if I wanted to serve. This mindset persisted for years as I turned away from Him and felt lost.

When I started high school, I rarely attended church, sometimes going once a month or not at all, feeling like I didn't need it anymore. Despite this, I still held onto my testimony of the restored gospel, and no one could take that away from me.

In college, during the COVID-19 pandemic, I became even more detached from the Church and tried various worldly things that didn't please Him. As I drifted further from the Church, I lost myself, got distracted by temptations, and slowly lost my faith in Him. I found myself asking the same question I'd asked as a child: "Does Heavenly Father really there?"

That was until I saw a short video clip of Elder Uchtdorf on social media, saying, "I do not pretend that coming back is an easy thing to do... But I bear witness that the moment you decide to return and walk in the way of our Savior and Redeemer, His power will enter your life and transform it." Suddenly, I realized this message of hope was for me. I felt a sense of comfort, peace, and excitement, knowing I needed to turn back to Him, even though I didn't know where to start.

When I returned to the Church, I felt distant from everyone, hiding privately and feeling ashamed. Indeed, "coming back wasn't an easy thing to do," as Elder Uchtdorf said. However, despite the many adjustments I had to make, I knew this was the right decision and the right time for me to come back because it was what the Lord wanted me to do. The gospel of Jesus Christ serves as a fundamental way for me to be healed through repentance and faith in Him, all made possible by His Atoning Sacrifice.

If I could talk to my younger self, I'd say it's okay to feel hesitant or question Heavenly Father's existence because those experiences have allowed you to become the person that you are today.

Now, I'm proud to raise my hands and say, "Yes, I will go and serve Him!" I'll do everything I can to invite people to come unto Him and share my testimony of how the Gospel of Jesus Christ saved me. Though trials are inevitable, I know I'm not alone; I have Him, my best friend, my Savior, my Redeemer—His name is Jesus Christ!

As I begin my journey as a full-time missionary, I already have my answer to the question I often asked myself as I grew up: a big YES! Heavenly Father is always there!

I will go, I will serve Him with all my might, mind, and strength. I am Elder Ramirez, called to serve in the Philippines Manila Mission 🇵🇭.

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