The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, through its Humanitarian Services, formally turned over life-saving equipment to the Philippine Red Cross – Pangasinan Chapter in a ceremony held at the Urdaneta Stake Center on March 27, 2026, benefiting communities in the cities of Urdaneta, San Carlos, and Dagupan.
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The donated equipment included blood refrigerators, computer sets, and air conditioning units that will help strengthen the capacity of local blood banks and support the delivery of vital health services across the province.
Strengthening Lifesaving Community Health Services
The turnover program was presided over by Ashton John Macanlalay, President of the Urdaneta Philippines Stake, who emphasized the Church’s commitment to following the Savior’s example in ministering to those in need.
He shared that humanitarian efforts such as this reflect the Church’s desire to extend compassionate service and support initiatives that bless individuals and families in meaningful and lasting ways.
Richard Espinosa, Church Welfare and Self-Reliance Manager, delivered the welcome remarks and highlighted the Savior’s teachings on the two great commandments—love of God and love of neighbor—as the foundation of the Church’s humanitarian efforts.
“These principles guide our efforts as we work together with trusted partners to help strengthen communities and care for those in need,” he said.
Partnership to Serve Communities Across Pangasinan
Sarah Tolentino, Director of the Urdaneta Coordinating Communications Council, shared how the project was prayerfully planned and organized in close coordination with local leaders and the Philippine Red Cross to ensure the equipment would support priority health needs in the province.
Representing the beneficiary organization, Dr. Vivencio Jose Villaflor III, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Philippine Red Cross Pangasinan Chapter, formally accepted the donations and expressed gratitude on behalf of the organization.
“These equipment donations will greatly enhance our ability to serve communities in Pangasinan,” he said, noting their importance in strengthening blood service operations that support hospitals and patients throughout the area.
A message of appreciation was also delivered by Suzanne Paredes of the Urdaneta City Health Office on behalf of Urdaneta City Mayor Julio Parayno Jr., recognizing the Church’s continued support for local health-related initiatives that benefit residents across the city.
Working Together to Relieve Suffering and Build Resilient Communities
Also in attendance were Elder and Sister Plummer, Church Humanitarian missionaries; Bishop Berlino Talusig of the Urdaneta 2nd Ward; Bishop Aaron Genesis Delos Santos of the Urdaneta 3rd Ward; Elder and Sister Servinias, Area Assistant Technology Specialists; and officers and volunteers of the Philippine Red Cross Pangasinan Chapter.