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Vol 1 - Issue No. 2 The Official Newsletter of Cabuyao Ward Missionaries Jan - Feb 2008

THE PARAGONS VISIT TAGAYTAY!!! UPCOMING EVENTS

> Ward Missionary Fireside

- Welcome to Celestial Kingdom
March 30, 2008
6pm @ Cabuyao chapel

> Ward Temple Trip

April 5, 2008
Astig ang mga Ward Missionaries!!! (From the left, Gretchen Pada, 5-6am @ Cabuyao Ward Chapel
Mia Grace Buitizon, Mary Ann Pada, Johnny Abquina, Rodmark Del Rosario and
Robert delos Reyes.

The Cabuyao ward missionaries (The paragons),

together with Bro. Policarpio and his family had so much
fun in Tagaytay last February 9, 2008 during their team WHAT’S INSIDE?
building.

After a more than 30 minute drive from the Cabuyao

chapel, they enjoyed the beautiful scenery of Taal Volcano
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most sought-after places in the country because it is as
close to paradise as one can find. Along the way, one can
enjoy the cold breeze and the pineapple plantation. While
on our way, we bought buko or young coconut and made
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delicious buko juice. There were lots of local and foreign
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visitors when we reached the place. We chose our table
under big trees and prepared the barbeque grills. After our
lunch we went around to many beautiful spots and of course
we had so much fun taking pictures while cracking jokes
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with each other.

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We will never forget the spirit of friendship that we
felt that time.
TEAM BLDG. SCREENSHOTS B EST ACTOR JOHNNY IS NOW

ELDER ABQUINA

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W ARD MISSIONARIES:

UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL

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The Cabuyao Ward
has four prospective
missionaries preparing for a
full time mission. That’s why
we made an arrangement
with President Smith of the
Manila Missionary Training
Center (MTC) to visit the
MTC on February 2, 2008.
Everybody was excited for
our trip to the MTC in
Manila.
When the day finally
came, the excitement was
evident in our faces.
One of the MTC
teachers explained the
purpose of MTC, which is to
train the full-time
missionaries before sending
them into the field. They
stay in the MTC for 19 days
to be trained in expected
conduct, proselytizing
methods, making their
lesson plans, and using the
“Preach my Gospel”
missionary guide. In
addition, they are given the
chance to further learn the
doctrines of Jesus Christ and
to develop and strengthen
Chist-like attributes. The
missionaries also learn to
teach the gospel and invite
people to come unto Christ
through faith, repentance,
baptism by immersion and
confirmation.
According to Elder
Richard G. Scott,
“Missionaries try with every
capacity—prayer, fasting,
and testifying—to help
individuals embrace the
truth. A mission teaches one
to be led by the Spirit, to
understand our purpose for
being on earth and how to
accomplish it.”
Around the world,
there are 17 Missionary
Training Centers and the
Philippines is so blessed to place of MTC.. the kitchen
have one. ..where they enjoy the
delicious food. Indeed, MTC
We acted as is a home away from home
investigators while the for nineteen days.
elders and sisters taught
their lessons. They taught us
with the power of the Holy
Ghost and they are really
prepared to preach the
gospel.
Our future full time
missionaries such as BJ,
Rodmark and Joseph have
said that the MTC serves as
a home because the elders
and sisters are like one big
happy family in learning the
gospel that they will tell the
people. They build
friendship and harmonious
companionship in
companionship study, gym
time and lesson time with
their MTC teachers. And of
course, they also build
camaraderie in their favorite

B EST ACTOR JOHNNY IS NOW ELDER ABQUINA

Our award-winning actor Johnny Abquina, who performed in the 2007 Christmas
presentation entitled “My Bestfriend’s Family,” is now serving a full-time mission
in the Philippines Tacloban Mission.

On February 15, 2008, a ward family home evening was held as a farewell party to
Johnny prior to entering the MTC. And prior to his MTC entry date, Johnny has been
working with the full-time missionaries almost everyday for nearly 7 months.

He became the most diligent ward missionary who loves to work with the elders
everyday. The members and the investigators would truly say that there are no dull
moments with him. You will always laugh because he is a happy person and the
clown of the Cabuyao ward missionaries, not just because of his looks (joke!), but
because he always cracks jokes and makes everybody happy when he is around.
His favorite line is “mamiss ko ang ISTAKA ng Cabuyao” (I will miss Cabuyao
Stake.)

He is now serving in the Philippines Tacloban Mission and we are all praying that he
will return home with flying colors after two years.

We all miss him but surely the Lord will take care of him as he labors in His
vineyard.
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In science there is a law that states, “matter cannot be created nor destroyed; it can only be transformed.” When a mass
or an object enters an enclosed space, it will remain inside that space unless it is moved to another place. The space where the
matter is to be transferred should have enough space or else, it will not flow. The same holds true with sins. When we allow
sins to enter our lives, it will remain there unless it goes somewhere else, unless there is somebody to absorb it. That
somebody cannot be just anybody. He should have a heart large enough and clean enough to absorb all our sins. Only Jesus
Christ is capable of being that person. In order for our sins to move from ourselves to Jesus, there should be faith in Christ,
there should be repentance, baptism, and gift of the Holy Ghost. The sacrament takes the place of baptism after it has been
properly performed but the same covenants were made. Transformation happens when we give away all our sins. Only when
we are completely transformed, only then can we be qualified to be with God. This is one reason why it is very important to do
missionary work. Pres. Howard W. Hunter said, “A great indicator of one’s personal conversion is the desire to share the gospel
with others. For this reason the Lord gave an obligation to every member of the Church to be a missionary.” “When thou art
converted, strengthen thy brethren” (Luke 22:32). May we do our share in sharing the gospel, in the name of Jesus Christ,
Amen.
Yours truly,
Bishop Carlos U. Alvez
Cabuyao Ward

Brethren & Sisters,

“TODAY WE WILL PREPARE”
I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation and
“ Cabuyao Ward Missionaries Theme Song ”
gratitude to the Gospel Paragons’ Editorial Staff for having
this wonderful second issue of our Missionary Newsletter. Words and Music by Ryan Neal O. Salapa

So much has been said about Missionary work, as one Today I’ve decided to obtain his words to prepare to teach the word

of the three missions of the Church of Jesus Christ. We all Today I’ll go forth and prove my worth for God will surely work
know its importance, we all know that no unhallowed hand
Today I will prepare to receive my call, to a place, a town, I may not know
can stop this work from progressing, and we all know that this
work is part of our responsibility to discharge, as members of “Unto the ends of the earth I’ll go!”

His kingdom here on earth. If the savior tells me so...

I want to bear witness to you as to the divinity of this

work; deep in my heart I know that this is the work of God. I’ll go onward, forward like the great Nephi of Old
There’s so much work to be done, yet so little time and few
I will build my ship and learn his words
are currently working.
With Cabuyao Ward Missionary Paragons.
So let us work and devote ourselves together
assiduously to spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ to those
people who are currently hungering for truth. Today we will share the gospel Lord, to them who belong into thy fold

With spirit well talk and bring them home back into thy fold.

The field is white and this we know, that we will be FISHERS of men!
Sincerely,
Romie A. Policarpio
We’ll go onward forward like the great Nephi of old

Cabuyao Ward Mission Leader I will build my ship and learn his words

With Cabuyao Ward Missionary Paragons

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In the book of Mormon, the sons of Mosiah became successful missionaries when the Lord instructed them to teach
the ferocious Lamanites. The question is, how did they do that? “…they have given themselves to much prayer and fasting;
therefore they had the spirit of prophecy and the spirit of revelation, and when they taught, they taught with power and
authority of God” (Alma 17:3).

Sometimes, or should I say most of the time, giving referrals to our full-time missionaries is not an easy task to do. For
some reason, we are hesitant to let our nonmember friends or relatives know the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. But we
should always be reminded that it is not our work alone. The Lord will be with us so long as we have the desire to share the
gospel to the elect. I firmly believe that we should fast, kneel down, and ask the help of our loving Father in Heaven to help
us prepare our prospective referrals, and that He will soften their hearts so that they will accept the invitation to come unto
Christ through the waters of baptism and confirmation.

I know we can do this my dear Cabuyao Saints. Let us give them all the chance of eternal life in the Kingdom of God. Let
us find our dear friends.

We can all do it my dear Paragons.

Yours truly,
Mary Ann Pada

In Luke 18: 18-25,

18 - And a certain ruler asked him, saying, Good Master, what shall I do to inherit aeternal life?
19 - And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? none is agood, save one, that is, God.

20 - Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit aadultery, Do not bkill, Do not steal, Do not bear cfalse witness,
d
Honour thy father and thy mother.

21 - And he said, All these have I kept from my youth up.

22 - Now when Jesus heard these things, he said unto him, Yet lackest thou one thing: sell all that thou hast, and distribute
unto the apoor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, follow me.

23 - And when he heard this, he was very sorrowful: for he was very rich.

24 - And when Jesus saw that he was very sorrowful, he said, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the
kingdom of God!

25 - For it is easier for a camel to go through a needle’s eye, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.

The conversation between the Savior and the young ruler teaches us many principles that will make us better people.
We would like to cite one principle, which is sacrifice. The Lord wants us to sacrifice our time, talents, wealth, and possessions
in the building up of His kingdom here on earth.

We all know that giving time to missionary work is a big sacrifice for us in our busy world. We appreciate those Cabuyao
saints who have been working with us and also giving us referrals.

We hope that you will continue to help us in spreading the restored gospel in your area. Thank you so much.

Elder Ando & Elder Tripole

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Dear Cabuyao Saints,

How’s everybody doing? I hope you’re all doing good & I’m happy to hear from my family that most of the youth &
SA’S in Cabuyao Ward have a strong desire to serve a full time mission and are now preparing too.
Well, as of now, it’s been two weeks since I’ve been transferred from my last area in Dipaculao Branch under Baler
Zone. My first area is the farthest area in the mission but it is also the most beautiful area in the mission and it is called the
“jewel of the mission” according to other missionaries here. It has a lot of good sceneries like the ocean and also there are lots
of mountains.
The people are so good and really receptive. I really miss my first area especially the people whom I worked with
over there. But now I am here in my second area which is the Victoria Ward under Tarlac Zone where there many people but not
that receptive. Sometimes I’m thinking why was I transferred here in this area?
But I just remind myself of the words of my MTC teacher that “it doesn’t matter where you serve but how you serve”.
so life must go on :). I’m with my 3rd companion Elder Aiono. He is a Samoan & he is good in english. He usually speaks English
to me that’s why madalas akong napapalaban ng englishan dito! hehe... Anyway, the two of us are doing our very best to share
the gospel of Jesus Christ to all the people here. We know that this is the Lord’s work! not us. We are just his instruments in this
work. I know that all of us are missionaries in different ways. To my fellow Youth’s & Single Adults ..:) who are preparing to
serve on a mission... Strive to become a missionary even before you go on a mission. Keep working with the full time missionaries.
It can help increase your faith and testimony. Always find time to bear your testimony! Somewhere in your quest for spiritual
knowledge, there is that “leap of faith”, as the philosophers call it. It is the moment when you have gone to the edge of the
light and stepped into the darkness to discover that the way is lighted ahead for just a footstep or two. Speaking out is the test
of your faith. Bear testimony of the things that you hope are true, as an act of faith. by doing this I know your testimony will
grow. It is not enough to go on a mission but the issue is becoming a missionary. Pres. Ezra Taft Benson taught. “We are
commanded by God to take the gospel to all the world. That is the cause that must unite us today. Only the gospel will unite
men of all races and nationalities in peace. Only the gospel will bring joy, happiness & salvation to the human family”. In book
of Alma chapter 31:5 we will learn that “Preaching of the word had a great tendency to lead the people to do that which was
just.Yea, it had had more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword, or anything else which had happened
unto them”. We need to help them to put off the “Natural Man” & become a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord. I
know that the keystone of the gospel of Jesus Christ is the sacred atonement carried out by our Savior. It is the atonement of
Christ which makes possible for us to return to Heavenly Father by obedience to his commandments. Always remember that
life offers two precious gifts. One is time, the other, is the freedom of choice. I know that God is not asking for our ability but
our availability & if we’re dependable he will improve our capacity. I know that this is the Lord’s work and he needs us in his
vineyard to bring to pass this great work. Let us always remember the words of our living prophet Pres.Gordon B. Hinckley: “We
are on the road that leads us to immortality & eternal life & today is a part of it.
Let us never forget it”. I can’t wait to see your beautiful & handsome faces next year!:)
Mahal ko po kayong lahat & I’ll be waiting for your letters soon.:)
Lovingly yours,
Elder Salapa

MTC TRIVIA

*Originally called the “Language Training Mission,”

the name was changed to the “Missionary Training Center”
in the 1970s. The name was changed to note that it was
for more than just language training, although language
training would still continue to be an important part of the
facility’s function. http://www.mormonwiki.com/
Missionary_Training_Center

*Approximately 52,000 members of The Church of

Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are currently serving as
full-time missionaries. They are called to serve in one of
334 missions in approximately 120 different countries
around the world.

http://www.mtc.byu.edu/
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A Prophet’s Voice to Ponder
BY: PRES. GORDON B. HINCKLEY
Each year a substantial
number of people become members
of the Church, largely through
missionary efforts. Last year there
were 321,385 converts comprised of
men, women, and children. This is a
large enough number, and then some,
in one single year to constitute 100
new stakes of Zion. One hundred new
stakes per year. Think of it! This places
upon each of us an urgent and pressing
need to fellowship those who join our
ranks.
It is not an easy thing to
become a member of this Church. In
most cases it involves setting aside
old habits, leaving old friends and
associations, and stepping into a new
society which is different and
somewhat demanding.
With the ever-increasing
number of converts, we must make an
increasingly substantial effort to
assist them as they find their way.
Every one of them needs three things:
a friend, a responsibility, and
nurturing with “the good word of God”
(Moro. 6:4). It is our duty and
opportunity to provide these things.
To illustrate, I think I would
like to share with you one of my
failures. I suppose some people think
I have never experienced failure. I
have. Let me tell you of one such
instance.
Sixty-three years ago, while
serving as a missionary in the British
Isles, my companion and I taught, and
it was my pleasure to baptize, a young
man. He was well educated. He was
refined. He was studious. I was so
proud of this gifted young man who had
come into the Church. I felt he had all
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of the qualifications someday to
become a leader among our people.
He was in the course of
making the big adjustment from
convert to member. For a short period
before I was released, mine was the
opportunity to be his friend. Then I
was released to return home. He was
knew, but I could not find a way to “And none were received
given a small responsibility in the
rekindle it. I continued my unto baptism save they took upon
branch in London. He knew nothing of
correspondence. I sent him books, them the name of Christ, having a
what was expected of him. He made a
magazines, recordings of the determination to serve him to the
mistake. The head of the organization
Tabernacle Choir, and other things for end” (Moro. 6:2–3).
where he served was a man I can best
which he expressed appreciation.
describe as being short on love and I believe, my brethren, that
strong on criticism. In a rather He died a few months ago. these converts have a testimony of
unmerciful way, he went after my His wife wrote me to inform me of this. the gospel. I believe they have faith in
friend who had made the simple She said, “You were the best friend he the Lord Jesus Christ and know of His
mistake. ever had.” divine reality. I believe they have truly
repented of their sins and have a
The young man left our Tears coursed my cheeks determination to serve the Lord.
rented hall that night smarting and when I read that letter. I knew I had
hurt by his superior officer. He said to failed. Perhaps if I had been there to You have come into the
himself, “If that is the kind of people pick him up when he was first knocked world in a great season in this the work
they are, then I am not going back.” down, he might have made a different of the Lord. No other generation has
thing of his life. I think I could have had quite the same opportunities that
He drifted into inactivity.
helped him then. I think I could have you have and will have. Begin now to
The years passed. The war came on,
dressed the wound from which he establish those goals which will bring
and he served in the British forces. His
suffered. I have only one comfort: I you happiness—education in your
first wife died. After the war he
tried. I have only one sorrow: I failed. chosen skill or branch of learning,
married a woman whose father was a
whatever it may be; a mission in which
Protestant minister. That did not help The challenge now is to surrender yourself entirely to the
his belief. greater than it has ever been because Lord to do His work; future marriage in
the number of converts is greater than the house of the Lord to a wonderful
When I was in England, I
we have ever before known. A program and delightful companion of whom
tried desperately to find him. His file
for retaining and strengthening the you will be worthy because of the way
contained no record of a current
convert will soon go out to all the you have lived.
address. I came home and finally, after
Church. I plead with you, brethren; I ask
a long search, was able to track him
of you, each of you, to become a part of May the Lord bless you, my
down.
this great effort. Every convert is dear young friends. May His watch care
precious. Every convert is a son or be over you to preserve and protect and
I wrote to him. He
daughter of God. Every convert is a guide you. He has a great work for you.
responded but with no mention of the
great and serious responsibility. Do not fail Him. I leave my love and my
gospel.
Moroni, long ago, spoke of these blessing with you in the name of Jesus
people with whom we deal in this day Christ, Amen.
When next I was in London,
and time. Said he:
I again searched for him. The day I was
to leave, I found him. I called him, and
“Neither did they receive
we met in the underground station. He
any unto baptism save they came forth
threw his arms around me as I did
with a broken heart and a contrite
around him. I had very little time
spirit, and witnessed unto the church
before I had to catch my plane, but we
that they truly repented of all their
talked briefly and with what I think
sins.
was a true regard for one another. He
gave me another embrace before I
left. I determined that I would never
lose track of him again. Through the
years I wrote to him, letters that I LATEST GENERAL AUTHORITIES
hoped would give encouragement and
incentive to return to the Church. He
wrote in reply without mentioning the
Church.
President: Thomas S. Monson
1st Counselor: Henry B. Eyring
The years passed. I grew 2nd Counselor: Dieter F. Uchtdorf
older as did he. He retired from his
work and moved to Switzerland. On
one occasion when I was in Quorum of 12 Apostles:
Switzerland, I went out of my way to
find the village where he lived. We
spent the better part of a day
Boyd K. Packer, L. Tom Perry, Russell M. Nelson, Dallin
together—he, his wife, my wife, and H. Oaks, M. Russell Ballard, Joseph B. Wirthlin, Richard
myself. We had a wonderful time, but G. Scott, Robert D. Hales, Jeffrey R. Holland, David A.
it was evident that the fire of faith had
Bednar, Quentin L. Cook, and D. Todd Christofferson.
long since died. I tried every way I
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W HY DO I WORK WITH
THE ELDERS?

The following are the list of some

insights and testimonies of our ward
missionaries as they
work with the elders.
M ary Ann Pada

I love the spirit of teaching the restored gospel of

Jesus Christ. I work with them because I know that we are all
missionaries. It is our great responsibility to be diligent servants
of the Lord in bringing the lost sheep back to His Fold in our
own little way.

Elder Ando and

Elder Tripole
R odmark del Rosario

I like to work with the missionaries because

I am preparing to serve a full time mission. Also, I
learn many good things from the investigators and
from the full-time missionaries. It feels good to work
with the elders because I am able to help other
people, especially those who do not know yet the
gospel and the plan of our Heavenly Father.

R obert delos Reyes Jr.

Working with the full time missionaries is a great opportunity and it

serves as my preparation for my upcoming full time mission. It makes my
testimony about the restored church grow strong as I work with them every
other day.

In addition, gaining spiritual knowledge and searching for these lost

folds is a great adventure for me. My testimony about the power of this great
work is becoming firmer as I perform the ordinance of baptism. And most of
all, being a friend with these ‘folds’ is the best tool to make them stronger in
the church.

R yan Neal Salapa

I feel the Spirit as I work with the missionaries. It makes me happy knowing that I am a part of the
Lord’s work for us. I feel happy when the people that we visit feed us. It makes me feel glad when I see good
results to the investigators whom we are teaching every time I see them at the church. I love to see their
smiles despite the struggles and sacrifices that they are experiencing every Sunday such as passing by a
bridge just to be in the church on time.
I am happy to hear their testimonies. They are the reason why I continually work with the missionaries. They
are the ones who make our feet painful and also sweat all day long by walking and visiting them.. but they
are also the reason why we smile and still bear our testimony. They are the true reason why I work with the
elders.
Because of them, my faith grows and I can see the love of the Lord. Moreover, my testimony of the church is
growing and becoming stronger. Because of them I know I can serve a full time mission…and I will serve a full
time mission…..yes…..it is all because of them.
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because she is our ward
chorister.

Sister Alice is one of

Robert, who also goes
by BJ, our assistant ward mission
leader, is the “bishop-looking”
ward missionary. One cannot
deny that the way he stands and
walks is really a young bishop.
BJ is a cyber wizard and a very
good lay out artist. So if you want
to have a very creative and
artistic friendster background
that would fit your personality,
just contact him and he will do it
for free. (+_,+)...
Rodmark is the boy
next door ward missionary of
Cabuyao. He is a very soft
spoken person who always smiles
especially during our Sunday
Service. This humble brother is
also preparing to work as a full-
time missionary. All his
companions will truly love him
because he is a good cook and
he loves washing the dishes.
Very GOOD!!!
the faithful ward missionaries in
the ward. Though busy in her
house as a mother, she always
finds time to work with her
partner in teaching the new
member lessons to the new
converts.
Sister Loterte is the
lola and nanay of the Cabuyao
ward missionaries. She enjoys
teaching recent converts with
her partner, Sister Alice.
Another thing that makes her
busy is genealogy work for her
ancestors. She serves as an WORDS LIKE SWORDS
inspiration to all of us in doing
these two missions of the church According to Jeffrey R. Holland, Quorum of the
at the same time.
12 Apostles:
Ruel is a returned
missionary who has been a great ”Aristotle… (said) that a good book must have a calculated structure
ward missionary. He misses life and development which gives a unified impact from beginning to
in the mission field, which is why end. By this standard the Book of Mormon is not only a “good book”
it is a classic. In spite of the fact, it is written by a series of prophets
he finds time to work with the
elders. This brother is also our who had different styles and different experiences, In spite of the
fact, that it has same unabridged material mixed with other that have
ward clerk and he enjoys
magnifying his calling. If you been greatly condensed, In spite of the fact, that it has unique,
irregular, chronological sequences. It is a classic book – Aristotle’s
need a dance instructor who will
kind of Book; unified, whole, verses fitting with verses, chapters fitting
teach you a ballroom dancing,
with chapters, books fitting with books, revealed through he’s chosen
he is always available. prophet. (Ensign, Sept 1996 p8)”

Ryan Neal is the
musician, composer, pianist and
the golden voice of the group.
This young “Ryan Cayabyab” is
known to be strict during choir
practice, but he is humble, and
a jolly person when working with
the elders. He is the composer
and arranger of the theme song
of the Cabuyao Ward
Missionaries entitled “Today,
We Will Prepare”. Hands off to
you Ryan Neal!!! :)
Mia Grace is known to
be the Goldilocks of our group.
This sweet sister has a very
beautiful long curly hair. You will
love her as she leads us in singing
hymns in the congregation
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Bonifacio, or Boni for
short, was just recently called as
our assistant ward clerk. He is
also preparing to serve a full-
time mission. He also loves
motorcycle. He is the funny hunk
of the group.
Maan is the Ate of the
Paragons. Don’t ever knock on
her door during weekdays
because she is sleeping all day
long. J This gal loves to be very
busy and enjoys chatting with
her friends. She is the youth
Sunday School teacher, Relief
Society teacher every second
Sunday, and the Stake Single
Adult Representative.
I also testify that the Book of Mormon is true, the most correct on
the earth. A lifetime pursuit, the keystone of our religion, the keystone
of our testimony, the keystone of our religion. The keystone in the
witness of our Lord and Saviour. It was also written for our family (1
Nephi 8 and D&C 128). I have read the Book of Mormon many times
and there are many spiritual experiences that happened to me. I
know that God lives and loves us so much. I am thankful that I have
the opportunity to share my testimony in this issue of “The Gospel
Paragons” as a ward missionary and as a family history consultant,
mission in Jesus name. Amen.
- Adelaida Caña Loterte
S-FREE-TEXTUAL-MSG
1) Strong people makes mstakes as weak 1’s do. But
the difference is d strong 1’s admittheir mstakes humble, learned
that eventually make them perfect.
2) No one has traveled d bridge of success w/o ever
crossing d streets of failures… God nevr promised us an easy
journey in life… only safety on board.

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3) Always live righteously in such a way dt wen u nid God’s
blessing u can call upon dem en rcv dem nt out of mercy bt bcoz u r
worthy.
- Pres. Gordon B. Hinckley
 The Gospel Paragons ENTERTAINMENT Jan - Feb 2008 P9

D ONT EAT THE PROPHET!!!

A great Family Home Evening Game to help learn about the Prophet and Apostles.

Objective of the Game:

To win the most candies! the prophet and apostles' pictures . And a bag of small candies such
as mini M&M's, peanuts, marshmallows, etc.

Items Needed:
A copy of the center page
from the most recent conference
issue of the Ensign... the page with
Preparation:
Place a candy on each prophet and apostles' face.
Directions:
One person thinks in their mind of a General Authority. The
other person tries to guess who they're thinking of. Each wrong answer
awards the "thinker" with a candy. When the "guesser" guesses the
right name, he gets the rest of the candies.

Example:

Thinker thinks of the name President Hinckley. The guesser

guesses Thomas S. Monson incorrectly so the "thinker" gets that candy.
Then the "guesser" guesses L. Tom Perry. Again for being wrong, the
"thinker" gets that candy. This time the "guesser" guesses President
Hinckley so as the prize, he gets the rest of the candies!
Note:

This game helps everyone get used to the names and faces of
the General Authorities. It's super fun too!

For more FHE Games, you can visit this site...

http://lds.about.com/od/familyhomeeveninggames/
Family_Home_Evening_Games.htm

Instructions: Answers in the previous Issue

Look for the names of the C.W.M (Cabuyao Ward
MIssionaries) who are searching the lost sheeps. TEMPLE MASTERY:
SCRIPTURE MASTERY:

* Rodmark 1. PRAY 1. Bismarck North Dakota Temple

* Mia Grace 2.
3.
PROCRASTINATE
JUDGE
2.
3.
Boston Massachusets Temple
Cochachamba Bolivia Temple
* Boni 4. SCARLET 4. Hermosillo Sonora Mexico Temple

* Mary Ann 5.
6.
LIGHT
HEART
5.
6.
Logan Utah temple
Orlando Florida Temple
* Robert 7.
8.
BOUND
FOLD
7.
8.
Cebu Phils. Temple
Porto Alegre Temple
* Ruel 9. SERVE 9. St. George Utah Temple
* Rizza 10. DEAD 10. Washington DC Temple

* Adelaida Courtesy of:

* Ryan Neal http://www.ldschurchtemples.com

http://www.lds.org/temples/
P10 Jan- Feb 2008 THE WARD MISSIONARIES The Gospel Paragons