Mission guide
Philippines Iloilo Mission
The Philippines Iloilo Mission serves in the historic Heart of the Philippines, 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
Tagalog and Cebuano are spoken in the mission. Iloilo is also known for its Hiligaynon heritage and rich history in the Visayas.
At a glance
- Country
- Philippines
- Mission
- Philippines Iloilo Mission
- Main city
- Iloilo City, 457,626 people (2020 census)
- Time zone
- Philippine Standard Time (UTC+8)
- Climate
- Warm and humid, with average temperatures from 24.02 °C to 31.12 °C and the most rain in August
- Church in Philippines
- 882,461 members, 131 stakes, 1,324 congregations
A short history of the area
The government moved to La Punta, now Iloilo City Proper, in 1616, when Fort San Pedro was constructed. Iloilo became part of the independent Republic of the Philippines on July 4, 1946.
The Church here
- 1940s and 1950sA few Filipinos joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
- 1961Missionary work began in earnest in the Philippines.
- 1967A separate mission headquartered in the Philippines was organized, later becoming the Philippines Manila Mission.
- 1973The first stake in the Philippines was organized.
- 1984The first temple in the Philippines was dedicated.
- 1985The first stake in Iloilo was organized.
- 1990sChurch membership in the Philippines grew to more than a quarter of a million members.
- 2010A mission headquartered in Iloilo opened.
Temples nearby
Iloilo Philippines Temple
Announced · Near Iloilo
Bacolod Philippines Temple
Dedicated May 31, 2026 · About 25 miles from Iloilo
Cebu City Philippines Temple
Dedicated June 13, 2010 · About 95 miles from Iloilo
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
- Kumusta?Hello or How are you?
- SalamatThank you
- PalihugPlease
- Maayong buntagGood morning
Foods to try
- La Paz Batchoy (noodle soup with pork innards, liver, and crunchy chicharon)
- Pancit Molo (dumpling soup with wonton-style dumplings)
- Biscocho (toasted bread topped with butter and sugar)
- Barquillos (thin, rolled, crispy wafers)
Fun facts
- Miag-ao Church is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Baroque design, indigenous elements, and carved botanical motifs.
- Iloilo City has been recognized as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy.
- Bulabog Putian National Park contains more than 30 limestone caves and spans San Enrique and Dingle.
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