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Philippines Davao Mission
The Philippines Davao Mission serves in Mindanao, where Tagalog and Cebuano are spoken.
- Tagalog
- Cebuano
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2 Nephi 33:6 as it reads in the Book of Mormon for each language spoken here.
Weak Things Become Strong, in the language of this mission
"I make weak things become strong" (Ether 12:27) as it reads in the Book of Mormon for each language spoken here.
About the mission
Missionaries may use both Tagalog and Cebuano. Cebuano is widely used in Mindanao, while Tagalog is the national language commonly known as Filipino.
At a glance
- Country
- Philippines
- Main city
- Davao
- Time zone
- Philippine Standard Time (UTC+8)
- Languages
- Tagalog and Cebuano
- Church in the Philippines
- 882,461 members, 131 stakes, 1,324 congregations, 26 missions
- FamilySearch Centers
- 192
A short history of the area
The Battle of Davao was a World War II battle in 1945. Today, Davao City is the center of Metro Davao and is home to the Port of Davao, the city's main seaport.
The Church here
- 1940s and 1950sA few Filipinos joined the Church.
- 1961Missionary work began in earnest in the Philippines.
- 1967The Philippine Mission was organized, with Paul S. Rose as president.
- 1973The first stake in the Philippines was organized.
- 1977A separate mission was organized in Davao.
- 1984The country's first temple was dedicated.
- 1990sChurch membership in the Philippines grew to more than a quarter of a million members.
Temples nearby
Davao Philippines Temple
Dedicated May 3, 2026 · Near Davao
Cagayan de Oro Philippines Temple
Under construction · About 120 miles from Davao
The Book of Mormon here
Missionaries in this mission share the Book of Mormon in these languages. Tap a cover to read it free.
Cover art is an illustration. Links open the free edition on ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
Before you go
Phrases to learn
- Maayong buntagGood morning
- Kumusta ka?How are you?
- SalamatThank you
- PalihugPlease
Foods to try
- Adobo (meat or vegetables cooked in a savory vinegar and soy sauce mixture)
- Sinigang (a sour soup often made with meat, seafood, and vegetables)
- Lechon (roasted pig served for celebrations)
- Pancit (seasoned noodles with meat or vegetables)
Fun facts
- Davao City is part of the Davao Region.
- Metro Davao is the metropolitan area centered on Davao City.
- The Port of Davao is Davao City's main seaport.
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