Together with their families,

Together with their families,

Joyfully invite you to their wedding celebration

OCTOBER

SUNDAY

15

1:30 PM

2023

STA. MARIA PARISH ILOILO

Reception to follow at

ILOILO CONVENTION CENTER

Countdown to

Our Wedding Day

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LIM-ESPANTA

Nuptials

Parents of the Groom

Mr. Fernando T. Lim
Mrs. Chiu Abe C. Lim (†)

Parents of the Bride

Mr. Noel D. Espanta
Mrs. Mary Jean P. Espanta

Officiating Priest

Fr. Marlito G. Ocon, S.J.

Principal Sponsors

Mr. Hernando Y. Divinagracia, Jr.
Eng. Aprudencio T. Espanta
Chief Eng. Leodondi S. Zaldivar
Mr. Demson T. Patrimonio
Mr. Harry T. Tiu
Atty. Nelson C. Obreras
Mr. Cristeto J. Tan

Mrs. Ma. Theresa G. Divinagracia
Mrs. Eufemia S. Espanta
Mrs. Ma. Liz P. Zaldivar
Mrs. Grace P. Tan
Mrs. Theresa S. Cembrano
Mrs. Janet P. Cembrano
Mrs. Marle F. Tan

Best Man

Mr. Ceazar C. Sibolinao

Matron of Honor

Cherry Mae C. Sibolinao

Groomsmen

Mr. Ruben D. Anglopez
Mr. Emmanuel S. Juan Tong
Mr. Mark Cris U. Soon

Bridesmaids

Ms. Ellyn May S. Del Castillo
Ms. Ma. Milagrosa T. Lapore
Ms. Vina Joy B. Jagunap

Secondary Sponsors

Candle

Mr. Ivan Gerald C. Lim
Ms. Ana Maria Barbara Y. Lim

Veil

Mr. Bryant T. Alisen
Ms. Eliza Marie U. Esquera

Cord

Mr. Jenson P. Espanta
Ms. Arvi Mae N. Yu

Ring Bearer

Gavin Arthur Eli Y. Lim

Coin Bearer

Jev Niccolo T. Lim

Bible Bearer

Atty. Ryan S. Pelongco

Flower Girls

Naomi Adeline Y. Lim
Victoria Margarette C. Fernandez
Tanya Jedd K. Cembrano

Photo Gallery

We'd love to see our wedding through your eyes. Please spread your photos using our official hashtag -

#DarylOneForJoi

Details

The Ceremony

STA. MARIA PARISH ILOILO

139 Gen. Blanco St.,
Iloilo City Proper, Iloilo City

1:30 PM
October 15, 2023

The Reception

ILOILO CONVENTION CENTER

Megaworld Blvd,
Mandurriao, Iloilo City

5:00 PM
October 15, 2023

Wedding Timeline

Ben-Jen-Timeline

Dress Guide

We would love to see you in your formal wear in the shades of:

Ladies are requested to wear gowns ranging from below the knee to floor length, along with the option of flats or heels.
Gentlemen are advised to dress in barong or long sleeves, paired with black pants and black shoes.

A Note on Gifts

 With all that we have, we’ve been truly blessed.
Your presence and prayers are all that we request.

 But if you desire to give nonetheless,
a monetary gift is one we suggest.

Frequently Asked Questions

YES, please!

Confirming your attendance will help us include you in our guest list. Please let us know before September 18, 2023.

As much as we love to accommodate all our friends and family, we only have a limited number of seats due to venue capacity restrictions. We have a strict guest list and we might not have any extra seats for your companion.

Please understand that this event is strictly by invitation only. Names that are not found on the guest list we have provided to our Coordinator will not be allowed to enter.

We would love to have you at our wedding, but we understand that there are some things that are out of our control. However, please let us know as soon as possible so we can reallocate your seats.

Give us a toast from afar.

Please check with us first.

Unfortunately, we have a strict guest list. Kindly inform us if your schedule cleared up, so we can try to accommodate you. Should some seats free up, then we'll let you know as soon as we can.

Please do not go unannounced, we might not have any available seat for you.

Your comfort is our priority and we hope our wedding will be a fun excuse for you to dress up and be fab!

*Please refrain from wearing uncomfortable shoes.
*You may also want to bring hand-held fans especially in the church venue.
*The reception venue will be an open pavilion area so you may want to bring a shawl, coat or any cover-up.
*Do not wear slippers, flip-flops, denim, and out of motif attires.

Gentlemen:
* Barong
* Long sleeves polo and Slacks/Dark plain jeans

Ladies:
* Cocktail dress
* Long gown
* Long sleeves polo and Slacks

The ceremony will strictly start at 1:30PM sharp, it's better to get to the church before then.

We would appreciate your presence at the church as we exchange our vows. So, kindly arrive on time and consider traffic through travel time.

It would be nice to see you all while we are having our first walk down the aisle.

Yes, there is a parking area available in the church and reception venue.

However, please remember it's on a first come, first served basis, so you might not want to be late.

We planned a seating arrangement for our guests' convenience and group familiarity.

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

You may use this time to:

* Enjoy the snacks available in the reception venue while waiting for the venue hall to open
* Mingle with other guests
* Take note of your table number and seat
* Fill-out the guest sheet available at the waiting area (a COMPLETED guest sheet is a raffle entry during the end of the program)
* Make use of the photobooth as it will only be available for a few hours (so make sure you get yourself a photo to keep!)
* Roam around to check the venue and take photos

This is a strict ADULT ONLY event.

As much as we'd love to celebrate with your kids, the only kids invited to our wedding are the ones in the entourage and those we requested.

We hope you understand and still enjoy the event.

We hired professional photographers and videographers to capture our special moments so that you can sit back, relax and enjoy it with us.

Please keep your phones down and in silent mode during the processional and ceremony. Our beautiful images will be available after the wedding.

Also, please keep the aisle clear during the bridal entrance.

Don't worry, once we're pronounced husband and wife, you can take all the photos you want after the ceremony and the entire reception, but please make way for the team that will cover our wedding.

* Pray with us that the weather will be in favor and for the continous blessings of our Lord as we enter the new chapter of our lives as husband and wife
* RSVP as early as your schedule is cleared.
* Dress appropriate and follow our wedding motif.
* Be on time.
* Follow seating arrangement in the reception.
* Stay until the end of the program.
* Join the activities and enjoy!

Be Our Guest

 Let us know if you could join us on our big day.
Please respond on or before September 18, 2023


We have reserved seat/s for you.