New Temple President and Matron

The Cebu City Philippines Temple has a new President and Matron, President Gomez and Matron Liza Siady. It will be a sort of homecoming for them as they hailed from Cebu City. They are staying outside the country where they got the call to preside the Temple . The whole area within Cebu City Temple district would have a familiar welcoming smiles of them as Patrons enters and participate in Ordinances once the restriction by the LGU is lifted.

Temple Recorder on Message of Hope & Gratitude

In a letter posted on his social media and friends, the Temple Recorder of the Temple described the all sorts of pain indescribable that he went through after getting infected with COVID 19. The suffering had him look more to GOD during  the agonizing days of isolation. He felt the healing power, along with the ministering and adherence to Words of Wisdom his recovery. He closes with the admonition to "Support our community to fight the unrelenting pandemic. Follow strictly the health protocol. Get the vaccine". His recovery is indeed a miracle and his experience he shared is a source of strength and faith to the Master Healer. 

Outgoing Temple President and Matron say Byes

President Jose Aguilar and wife Nenita bid farewell to a few employees and members as they leave for home on Wednesday morning. 

TEMPLE CLOSES TEMPORARILY AS CITY ON MECQ

Health Protocold

The Temple has announced through emails to leaders on the full implementation of wearing of faceshields along with facemasks at all times in the complwx. Members, visitors and employees are enjoined to observe the measures to better prevent transmission of COVID 19.  Health declaration and Tracing forms were attached  so members can print and fill up in advance with the guard reading the temperature. This is to facilitate smoother and faster entry. Couriers and deliveries are limited outside the gate. Those who are having COVID like symptoms are advised to stay home and seek medical attention when necessarry.

The temple is still under phase 2 - where only living ordinances by appointment are being performed.

 

SPD New Hire

He is already in the thick of the Temple operation since last year and many may have not known him yet. On that note, he is among the "frontliners" in the SPD who went beyond their job to extend assistance and ran errands for the tenants and residents of the complex during the lockdown. He is Benson Estrera Tonido of Naic, Cavite. He was hired a year ago vice the resigned Temple Facility Assistant Lani Abasanta. He moved with his wofe, RoseLyn and 2 daughtera, Abish and Kim.

Benson previous work expirein in facility and industrial settings add more capability of the whole Cebu special project department to continously  operate and maintain the Temple to standard.

VIRTUAL TEMPLE DEVOTIONAL & SOCIAL

The pandemic did not stop the  yearly Christmas devotional and social for Cebu Temple ordinance workers.   Close to 300 former and current workers of the Cebu Temple, had a wonderful time in a virtual setting.  The technology to connect and see one another virtually ,bring fond memories to the attendees.

The messages of the Temple Presidency and the Matrons are inspiring in this pandemic time. Admonition from the Temple President on keeping everyone safe from COVID 19 is a reminder of personal responsibility as the Temple moved into phase 2 opening now.

The socializing part after the program ended adds more more fun and joy Everyone seems too eager to say or greet fellow attendees. The hosting of Sister Lea Garcia was helpful to set order for those who would like to take the time to say a few words. The participation of the past Temple presidents and their wives make it more lively with the virtual interaction of the former, recent and current workers since  the temple starts operation. Those outside the country who participated were glued to their cam even with the time difference. The unique activity rekindles the friendship among attendees that makes it more sweeter during this challenging time.

Nativity Set Up

A comforting sight along Gorordo Avenue , Lahug for passers by was set up to remind all the coming Christmas. The nativity scene was set up at the plant box outside the gate with the Temple at the background. During the week, the scene location

will be enhanced to convey the message of love and hope amidst this pandemic.

PHASE 2 OPENING!

In a letter from the First Presidency on November 10 , Cebu City Philippines Temple phase opening was announced to upgrade from phase 1 to phase 2. This means the temple added more ordinances for the living in its operation under the new phase.

Temple Reopens and Sealings!

After almost six months of being closed due to the COVID 19 pandemic, the Temple opened on Phase  1 on Tuesday. That means a lot to those previously living endowed members who are ready for their sealing as the phase 1 opening caters to that. On Tuesday and Wednesday , previously married couples got sealed and more are on schedule. Health protocol has been observed inside and in the complex for the participants and guests. Even  with their masks on, the smiles of the sealed couples cannot be hidden. 

Temple Opens on Phase 1

Among the many temples worldwide scheduled for reopening in different phases, Cebu City Philippines Temple is the sole temple to reopen on phase 1. The temple is set to open on August 31 and under Phase 1 will perform living sealings only for previously endowed members under strict guidelines and safety precautions  according to local regulations.

The said living husband and wife sealings are by appointment. 

The much awaited gradual reopening was announced yesterday by the First Presidency of the Church.  

Former Housing Service Missionary Passed Away

The Cebu City Phils Temple Team lost a dear friend as Luis "Jun" Salapa Jr passed away on July 2020.

He and his loving wife served two years ago as the Patron House service missionaries.    

STAY AT HOME AND PREPARE WHEN TEMPLES REOPEN

https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/first-presidency-temporarily-closes-all-temples-march-25-2020

Coronavirus Impacting Temple

Pres. Aguilar declared that ALL and any gathering in the temple grounds are cancelled until further notice.

CEBU governor had declared TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS and school cancellations.

Click links: 

https://cnnphilippines.com/regional/2020/3/14/Cebu-COVID-19-coronavirus-restrictions.html?fbclid=IwAR0gLuXqalcAZl5OqQuUgNtzNS-edb2-VFcA9F2atAZoatZiKt4YPMfTitc

https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/293931/gwen-suspends-classes-in-preschool-elementary-and-high-school

8 Couples Wed on Same Day

One may ask what is so special on December 27. Beside that the month is the most special time of the year, to the couples getting married on that day makes it double. Not one, two ,but eight couples! A record indeed  for the temple. Congratulations and Best Wishes to these faithful young couples!

Half of the 8 couples wed on the same day

Devotional & Christmas Social 2019

The numbers of ordinance workers have swelled in years as more members respond to the call of giving time to work in the temple. This is evidenced with the overflowing devotional and Christmas social held on Monday, December 9. Group members in their day which they are on duty came up with matching colors and attires reflecting the season of joy. Sister Aguilar , the Temple matron scripted the program presentation that keep the Spirit of the event felt and with fun.

Children and Youth Temple Experience

With children of 11 years old now able to participate in  temple ordinance of baptism, the spiritual experience will be best remembered through the pictures taken. 

#LighttheWorld

The Nativity marking the Christmas holiday is picture perfect along the highway for passersby to remember the birth of the light of the world 

Leaving Service Missionaries Feted

The Bodily, Manning and Ericsons

• were treated to a farewell party organized by local workers of the Temple. The usual Filipino talent showcase were up to the delight of everyone in attendance.

Kamputhaw Chapel Update

Since its groundbreaking on December last year, the construction was slowed as more soil test and design was evaluated . The vacant lot where the proposed Kamputhaw ward chapel will be erected is backfilled area during the construction of the complex. The arrival of heavy equipment indicates that the contractor is soon to bring in more personnel to complete the project on time