something to believe in

i have come to learn and be so impressed with the filipino culture. a large part of the culture is their religion. i came to learn quickly that a majority of the things to see in the city are cathedrals. but don't worry the did not let me down. they were massive and really beautiful.

we even got to see two weddings occur in two separate churches.

this is one the oldest cathedrals in the philippines. we made lots of friends here, many of whom were afraid of the camera. we also met this group of kids who took us to a wishing well behind this church.

but when all is said and done, there is only one church building that bring the peace and emotion that moves me, the temple. we've made it all the temples we could on our trip. manila was perfect. it was just so beautiful, and so wonderful to be in the temple with the filipino people.

the feelings, emotions, promptings, could never compare to any of my visits to any of the cathedrals. while in the manila temple, and the hong kong temple, we witnessed couples come together and eventually sealed for time and for all eternity.  what a beautiful sight to see new and old couples embrace each other the house of the Lord. 

attending the temple can bring peace, answers, but during this trip - attending the temple has brought me a sense of hope.