You are cordially invited to the wedding of

Christian & Shiela

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WELCOME TO OUR WEDDING WEBSITE


We can’t wait to celebrate our special day with you. Feel free to have fun to take a look around. Thank you for the love and support. We are so excited to share this day with you!


As much as we love to invite everyone, we are only inviting you. We have chosen the people close to our hearts. We would not want anyone to lose a seat, and we want everyone to be able to enjoy a sumptuous meal.


Please use our hashtag to help us document our special day!


#REMARoffiSHIELAyfoundTheONE

Our Love Story

Prayers have a beautiful way of unfolding when the heart is ready and God's timing is perfect.

On the 10th of December 2020 -- on the feast of Our Lady of Loreto a day dedicated to celebrate the feast of the patron of aviation--She gifted me something far greater than a Christmas wish. My efforts paid off after months of courtship, what I thought was just another creative cake turned into the beginning of a love story.

The challenge of pandemic brought us closer through atttending Sunday Mass, coffee over car dates and bringing her at Fernando Air Base Hospital the dishes I personally cooked became the quiet bridge between two souls meant to find each other.

And so, our story began--not with fireworks or grand gestures, but with her "yes" during the feast day of Patron of Aviation. Heaven must have smiled, because from that night on, our hearts found reasons to speak, to laugh, to stay.

We built memories slowly and sincerely-through late- night conversations, shared laughter, lessons learned and challenges that tested how much we were willing to fight for each other. And every single time, we chose to stay. We chose to grow. We chose us.

What began with a shy smile and a simple message has now deepened into a love rooted in friendship, strengthened by trust, and lifted by dreams we carry together.

Five years of relationship taught us patience and devotion, and now a year after our engagement, we continue to love fearlessly, faithfully, and endlessly.

As we dedicate our relationship to Our Lady of Loreto, we realized something magical---the answered prayer more than we prayed for.

But even more beautiful was knowing that she had also become the dream I carried in my heart-- the girl I saw in my sleep, even before we ever met in person. What a blessing it is to love, and to be loved, in God's perfect time.

The Entourage

Officiating Priest

REV. FR. LEO C BALANLAY CHS (GSC)

Parents of the Groom

    Engr Renato Tuplano Chong

Maria Cristina Joson Chong 

Parents of the Bride

Msgt Godioso Eclevia Recupero PAF (Ret)

Leonor Nellas Recupero 

Principal Sponsors
To stand as witnesses to our vows

MGEN FELIPE B BEJAR JR AFP (RET)

LTGEN BARTOLOME VICENTE O BACARRO PA (RET)

Capt Peter Paul C Lim

Governor Patrick Alain T Azanza

BGEN ROCKY J BINAG PAF (RET)

LTGEN ARISTOTLE D GONZALEZ PAF

BGEN LEO A FONTANILLA PAF (RET)

MGEN THAD RUFINO P CANDELARIO PAF

BGEN EDGAR C TORRES PAF

MGEN RAMON P FLORES PA

BGEN FERNANDO G VENTURA PAF

COL KIM ERIC ALEXANDER D AGATEP PAF (GSC)

COL EDWIN C POPA PROF (GSC)

COL GERALD L NALDOZA PAF (RET)

BGEN JOEL N SOBRERA PA

Capt Nosuel L Tejada

COL REX D TEMPLONUEVO PAF (GSC)

Dean E Recupero

Engr. Daxter J Temones

Andy P Acob

Jorge R Alberto

Jonathan D Joson

Ronnie Vic D Joson

Jerry B Gianan

Ladislao T Avila Jr


Cecilia L Bejar

Soledad B Bacarro RPh

BGEN MA DOLORES M LIM NC

LTC CHERRY V SISON MC

Joanne P Binag DMD

COL DARLENE D FLORES NC (MNSA)

Patty Lynn T Fontanilla

Almira Rosario A Candelario, RN

Sheila C Torres

COL AGNES LYNETTE A FLORES PROF (MNSA)

COL JEANETTE S RIVAREZ NC (GSC)

Cynthia O Agatep

Maria Amor B Popa

COL REBY ANN G NALDOZA NC (RET)

COL MARIA TERESA B RUDIO NC (RET)

MAJ ANA MARIE J TEJADA NC (RET)

Angeline P Templonuevo

Alicia R Paulin

Engr. Anastasha H Temones

Maria Belma Q Escueta

Vicky H Ang

Maria Consuelo I Barceta, MD

Dulce Amor P Joson

Rowena C Gianan

Joy Catherine J Avila

Best Man

1LT NEIL FRANCIS E VENTURA PAF

Matron of Honor

LTC STEPHANIE JANE H MONTERON NC

Seconday Sponsors

Candle

To Light Our Path

Noel B Arcena

Crisamei Renee C Arcena

Veil

To Clothe Us as One
Ssg GenLark N Recupero PAF

Rechelle M Recupero

Cord

To Bind Us Together
MAJ JOEL E BERAN JR PAF

MAJ JUL LAIZA C BERAN PAF

Groomsmen

1LT MICHAEL VINCENT G LOYAO PAF

1LT JONATHAN E MENDOZA PAF

1LT AARON NATHANIEL C TORRES PAF

1LT TOM DELIUZ F LANGAOAN II PA

Cyruss Rylee J Chong

Engr Joio Franz C Gianan

Carl Jones J Canilao

Julius C Santelices

Bridesmaids
MAJ MARIA FE A ANOR NC

Czarina Recca J Chong

Julia Anne Margareth Barceta, RPm, CHRA

Kathleen Cenah J Canilao

Tricia Nathalia J Avila, CPA

Maria Carmel C Santelices

Jeanne Marina J Razal

Shaina Amor P Joson

Ring Bearer

To Carry Our Symbol of Love

Nemesis Jin M Recupero

Coin Bearer

To Carry Our Symbol of Treasure
Yuan Seth J Rodriguez

Bible Bearer

To Carry Our Symbol of Faith
Albert Cale I Joson

Flower Girls

To Shower Our Aisle with Flowers
Ahava Elora H Monteron

Maria Gale I Joson

Zara Olivia R Solis

Elodia Jasmine Faiza C Beran

Sword Sponsors
1LT ISABELLE M PRUDENCIO PAF

1LT MARNEL D FUNDALES PAF

1LT ALAN PAUL M MENDOZA PAF

1LT PHILIP JOHN M RELLOSA PAF

1LT JOHN CHRISTIAN R PABUSTAN PAF

1LT MARK JOHN A MARDOQUIO PAF

ENS JOHN ARCHIE J RICAFUENTE PCG

1LT IVAN DREF D DELA CRUZ PAF

The Dress Code

Principal Sponsor Attire: 

PRINCIPAL SPONSOR:
MALE MILITARY: WHITE DUCK
FEMALE: FORMAL GOWN

Guests:

MILITARY: WHITE DUCK
CIVILIAN: COAT & TIE / FORMAL OR COCKTAIL GOWN

You may glam up in these shades but your smile is the best you can wear!

Gift Guide

As love is what the day is all about, your presence is one we can't celebrate without, should you still believe that a gift is worth giving, a small envelope for our future would really be a delightful blessing.

Adult Only Event

With respect...

To give our guests the chance to celebrate and enjoy the day without worrying about little eyes and ears, we kindly ask for an adults-only celebration. Only children from our immediate family will be joining us. We truly appreciate your understanding and support as we create an unforgettable and special day.

The Venue

CEREMONY

St. Ignatius de Loyola Chapel,

Philippine Military Academy,

Fort General Gregorio H

del Pilar,

Baguio City

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RECEPTION

Albergo Hotel,

Villamor Drive, Lualhati,

Baguio City

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • RSVP

    As much as we would love to accommodate all our friends and family, we have a limited number of guests. Please understand that this event is strictly by invitation only. Guests not found on the guest list provided will not be allowed to enter. 


    The favor of a reply is required on or before March 1, 2026.


  • Is there parking space available for my car?

    Yes, there is parking available for everyone at the venue. However, please take note that it is first come, first served basis, so you might not want to be late.

  • I said "NO" to the RSVP but I had a change of plans-I can attend now! What should I do?

    • Please check with us first. Unfortunately, we have a strict guest list.


    • Kindly inform us if your schedule clears up, so we can try to accommodate you.


    • If seats become available, we will let you know as soon as possible.


    • Please do not attend unannounced, as we may not have any available seats for you.

  • When is the appropriate time to leave?

    This event took us months to plan, and we want to celebrate it with the people that are very dear to our hearts. We want you to have fun! Celebrate with us until the end of the program!

  • How can I help the couple have a great time during their wedding?

    • Pray with us for favorable weather and the continuous blessings of our Lord as we enter this new chapter of our lives as husband and wife.
    • RSVP as soon as your schedule is cleared.
    • Dress appropriately and follow our wedding motif.
    • Be on time.
    • Follow the seating arrangement in the reception.
    • Stay until the end of the program.
    • Join the activities and enjoy!

  • May I invite a "PLUS ONE" to the event?

    As much as we would love to accommodate all our friends and family, we have a limited number of guests.


    Please understand that this event is strictly by invitation only. Kindly check our invitation to know the number of seats allotted for you. Guests not found on the guestlist provided will not be allowed to enter.


  • What if I RSVP'd but cannot attend?

    We would love to have you at our wedding, but we understand that there are circumstances beyond our control. However, please let us know as soon as possible so we can reallocate your seat/s.

  • Can I sit anywhere at the reception?

    Please don't. It took us a lot of effort and discussion to finish the seating arrangement, which is planned for everyone's convenience and preference, but there is no need to worry! You'll surely be seated with your friends or people that you have same interest with.


    Our coordinators will gladly assist you in finding your designated seat after registration. Feel free to ask them for assistance and they will gladly help you.

  • Am I allowed to take pictures and/or videos during the ceremony?

    We request everyone to keep the ceremony camera-free. While our I Do’s are unplugged, our reception is not and definitely as a couple who loves pictures, you’ll get tons of options to take your pictures. We prepared for this event wholeheartedly.


    Please use our official hashtag: 

    #REMARoffiSHIELAyfoundTheONE

  • Do we really need to RSVP? We already said "YES" to the couple.

    Yes, please. We will be needing your formal RSVP to consolidate guest details and finalize the headcount for catering and seating purposes.

Prenup Photos

PRENUP PHOTOS

RSVP

We are excited to celebrate our Wedding with our closest families and friends!


The favor of a response is requested before

March 1, 2026. Thank you!

CHRISTIAN AND SHIELA | RSVP