Together with our families,
we

request the honor of your presence as we are united in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony

SATURDAY 25TH OF JANUARY 2025
at 2:30 in the afternoon

MINOR BASILICA OF THE NATIONAL SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL
90 4th St, New Manila, Quezon City, Metro Manila

Reception to follow at
OASIS MANILA
169 Aurora Blvd, New Manila, San Juan, Metro Manila

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Our Wedding Day

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Nuptials

Parents of the Groom

Emmanuel R. Cabral
Ma. Rica C. Cabral

Parents of the Bride

Gilbert B. Abracosa
Karen C. Abracosa

Principal Sponsors

Mr. Jason L. Almario
Mr. Roberto R. Cabral
Mr. Alfredo L. Quizon
Mr. Erwin S. Marquez
Mr. Pompeyo V. Marquez Jr.
Arch. Ka Kuen Chua

Mrs. Gerissa T. Mercado
Mrs. Marichu S. Felizarta
Ms. Marie Therese M. Crisostomo
Mrs. Divina E. Abracosa
Dr. Ma. Sheila M. De Jesus
Mrs. Maria Hazel B. Tongco

Best Man

Francis S. Ang It

Maid of Honor

Danica Lyn P. Ikemura

Groomsmen

Gerardo Martin D. Mercado
Steeven Ikemura
Anjo Jake M. Domagsang
Ranier Ivan K. Yu

Bridesmaids

Alyssa Mikaela R. Mercado
Jan Therese P. Gutierrez
Danniella Celine T. Domagsang
Maria Ester Yvana E. Deriquito

Secondary Sponsors

Candle

Kenji Miyazaki
Ayra Miyazaki

Veil

John Michael G. Castillo
Lorie Mae A. Castillo

Cord

Juan Manuel C. Cabral
Ana Patricia C. Cabral

Ring Bearer

Miguel Lorenzo Dmitri A. Castillo

Coin Bearer

Francis S. Ang It

Bible Bearer

Danica Lyn P. Ikemura

Flower Girl

Lyanna Sophia D. Cruz

The Venue

Ceremony

MINOR BASILICA OF THE NATIONAL SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL
90 4th St, New Manila, Quezon City, Metro Manila
02:30 PM
January 25, 2025

Reception

OASIS MANILA
169 Aurora Blvd, New Manila, San Juan, Metro Manila
06:00 PM
January 25, 2025

Navigation

Wedding Timeline

Here's how our special day will go:
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Dress Guide

GUESTS

Gentlemen Guests - Long sleeves barong and black slacks
Ladies Guests - Long gown or cocktail dress

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 January 4, 2025.

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. Please follow the color motif.

Gentlemen:
* Long sleeves barong and pants

Ladies:
* Cocktail dress
* Long gown

The ceremony will strictly start at 3:00PM 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 in your travel plans.
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
* 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 make certain arrangements 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 continuous 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.
Please respond on or before January 4, 2025


We have reserved seat/s for you.