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Dueñas - Chiu
Nuptials
Parents of the Groom
Mr. Henry M. Dueñas Jr. Ms. Oliva T. Alzate
Parents of the Bride
Dr. Edward L. Chiu Mrs. Virginia L. Chiu
Officiating Priest
Fr. Vicente Gabriel Bautista
Principal Sponsors
Mr. Pio P. Llenado Mr. Delfin T. Alzate Mr. Anacleto T. Alzate Mr. Joseph M. Dueñas Mr. Floriano S. Cabral Dr. Carlos S. Eltagunde Dr. Ramon Y. Teh Mr. Patricio C. Reynante Mr. Francis L. Chiu Mr. Robert M. Sapiera Mr. Angelo M. Rentoy
Mrs. Rebecca A. Quintero Mrs. Cordula A. Rabaino Mrs. Prescila A. Monreal Mrs. Portia D. Solis Mrs. Estelita P. Viray Dr. Ellen E. Eltagunde Mrs. Marilou S. Sales Mrs. Erenita B. Reynante Mrs. Miraflor G. Chiu Mrs. Leslie E. Sapiera Mrs. Cecilia A. Rentoy
Best Man
Mr. Emmanuel L. Tañga
Maid of Honor
Ms. Patricia Marie R. Miranda
Groomsmen
Atty. Mach Jefferson S. Mancenido Atty. Leo Angelo S. Menguito Mr. Francis Lianne D. Sanchez Mr. Herbert S. Diaz Mr. Michael Andre D. Caringal Mr. Benson T. Asayo
Bridesmaids
Dr. Nikki Deniece R. Coloma Ms. Dominique D. Macapagal Mrs. Almira Prodon-Mendoza Mrs. Niña Danise A. Cabanillas Mrs. Ma. Criselle G. Bernardino Mrs. Cristine Ledesma-Tejada
SECONDARY SPONSORS
To light our path
Atty. Ralph Lawrence B. Gatuc Dr. Louisechelle Angelu Celones-Lapid
To clothe us as one
Atty. Marc Jacob G. Baguioen Dr. Sharmaine Baysic-Domingo
To bind us together
Atty. Lorenzo V. Matibag Dr. Eileen R. Jicelle Co
Ring Bearer
Arkyn Harris M. Convento
Coin Bearer
Marco Antonio C. Abing
Bible Bearer
Christopher Grant G. Feria
Rosary Bearer
Adrick Ezekiel N. Andrales
Crucifix Bearer
Travis Josef D. Tan
Flower Girls
Emmanuelle Lois O. Guial Marthena Brielle S. Llenado Francheska Jean D.J. Raymundo Olga Hendra Venice T. Dueñas
Little Bride
Natalia Via C. Dueñas
Offerors
Dr. Bryan Edward L. Chiu Mr. Bernard L. Chiu Mr. Pat Henry A. Dueñas Mrs. Zada Mae D. Sierra Ms. Zaira Mae A. Dueñas Mrs. Tracy B. Chiu Mrs. Marian Grace D. Chiu Mrs. Kathleen T. Dueñas Ms. Kristine G. Valdez
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Our Love Story
In June 2010, Bernadette was campaigning for the position of Public Relations Officer in the Letran Student Council when she entered Henry's classroom. The moment she walked in, she captured Henry's attention entirely, making everything else fade into the background. Henry developed a huge crush on her and began referring to her as "CHIU." His friends quickly noticed his infatuation and would call out to Bernadette whenever they saw her on campus to catch her attention. However, Henry was shy and never introduced himself. Fast forward to April 2011, Henry was attending a summer class in the Dean's office when he met one of Bernadette's friends, Kath Balingit. Upon discovering that Kath was also a Psychology student, Henry immediately asked if she knew Bernadette. Luck was on his side that day, as Kath eagerly confirmed and offered to introduce him to Bernadette.
One summer day of year 2011, while Bernadette was at school handling organization matters, she visited the Dean's office and finally met Henry. The meeting had the support of everyone around, including Ma'am Laurel, who even allowed Bernadette to sit with Henry during his exam. Henry was so distracted by her presence that he later realized he had failed the test. After their introduction, Henry, Bernadette, and Kath went to lunch together at SM Manila. Later, Henry offered to give Bernadette a ride home, from Intramuros to Bulacan. They spent two hours in the car getting to know each other, and by the end of the day, Henry had already met Bernadette's family in Bulacan. From that moment on, they began dating and officially became a couple on July 1, 2011.
As a couple with big dreams and unwavering support for each other, Bernadette and Henry have been each other’s rock through everything. Bernadette pursued Medical School while Henry attended Law School. Their journey was challenging, but their strength and commitment to each other never wavered. One of the toughest moments in their relationship occurred when Bernadette had to migrate to the United States in August 2013. Despite the difficulties of a long-distance relationship, they remained dedicated to each other and celebrated many milestones together: Bernadette’s Medical School graduation in 2017, Henry’s Law School graduation in 2018, Henry taking office as Brgy Captain in 2018, and Bernadette becoming a full-fledged physician in 2018.
On January 7, 2019, during a vacation in La Union together with Bernadette’s family, after 8 years of being together, Henry finally asked Bernadette to be his forever partner, and she said yes! Everything was set for their dream church wedding in December 2020. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, they chose to marry intimately on November 11, 2020. The following year, they received one of their greatest blessings with the birth of their daughter, Natalia Via. Fast forward to November 11, 2024, exactly four years after they first exchanged wedding vows, Bernadette and Henry are ready to renew their vows in front of God and celebrate with all of their family and friends.
The Venue
Ceremony
MANILA CATHEDRAL Beaterio St. Intramuros, Manila
01:00 PM
November 11, 2024
Reception
OASIS MANILA - PAVILLION Aurora Blvd, New Manila, San Juan, Metro Manila
04:00 PM
November 11, 2024
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Here's how our special day will go:
We'd love to see our wedding through your eyes. Share your snaps using our official hashtag -
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Dress Guide
GUESTS
Gentlemen: Barong Tagalog / Polo Longsleeves and Black Slacks Ladies: Formal / Long gown / Long Dress in any of the following shades:
A Note on Gifts
As love is what the day is all about, your presence is one we can’t celebrate without. But should you still believe that a gift is worth giving, a small envelope for our future is a delightful blessing.
Frequently Asked Questions
YES, please!
Confirming your attendance will help
us include you in our guest list.
Please let us know before October 18, 2024.
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 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.
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 tagalog
* Long sleeves polo and slacks
Ladies:
* Cocktail dress
* Long gown
* Long sleeves polo and Slacks
The ceremony will strictly start at 1:00PM sharp, it’s better to get to the church before then.
We would appreciate your presence at the church as we exchange our vows.
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. Please follow accordingly.
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. Kindly made certain arrangement should you decide to attend our event. 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!
