With the blessing of our parents, we

request the honor of your presence as we celebrate our union in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony

FEBRUARY

SUNDAY

25

2:00 PM

2024

SAN ANTONIO DE PADUA - SANTO CASAMENTEIRO PARISH

Reception to follow at
PALACIO CRISTAL DEL AQUILA

CRUZ-PEÑA

Nuptials

Parents of the Groom

Mr. Romulo V. Cruz
Mrs. Wilma V. Cruz

Parents of the Bride

Engr. Jesus Danilo B. Peña

Mrs. Francie de los Santos-Peña

Main Celebrant

Most Rev. Manolo A. de los Santos, D.D.
Bishop of Virac, Catanduanes

Concelebrants

Rev. Fr. Aloysius Ma. A. Maranan, O.S.B.
Rev. Fr. Renato R. Dela Rosa
Rev. Fr. Larry Delos Santos
Rev. Fr. Jesus B. Berdol

Principal Sponsors

Mr. German A. Panghulan

Mr. Florene Renegell G. Delos Santos II

Engr. Eric Lim
Mr. Nilo V. Segismundo
Engr. Alexander F. Salinas

Arch. Jesus Apolinario Bulaong, Jr.

Mr. Jose Antonio de Guzman
Mr. Alex V. Cruz

Mrs. Lucina T. Fernandez

Mrs. Melissa Anne L. Delos Santos

Ms. Sally F. Nuñez
Mrs. Edna C. Segismundo
Mrs. Jennifer J. Salinas

Dr. Karen Ann Hernandez-Lim

Mrs. Sheila B. Go
Mrs. Ma. Theresa Lim-Espino

Best Man

Mr. William V. Cruz

Maid of Honor

Ms. Izabella Krishia L. Espino

Matron of Honor

Mrs. Kimberly Joyce A. Ricafort

Groomsmen

Mr. Angelo R. Cruz
Mr. Manuel Luigi C. Reyes
Arch. Joshua C. Bungalso
Arch. Alfredo Gabriel C. Blanco
Mr. Miguel Francisco Ong Ortiz

Bridesmaids

Ms. Mica Angela V. Manuel
Ms. Althea Mae P. Coronel
Ms. Mary Lovelia C. Ferrer
Mrs. Christine Chuidian-Uy
Ms. Leila Angerene D. Aldridge

Mr. Clarence Braga Tan

Secondary Sponsors

Candle

Mr. Leonil V. Cruz
Mrs. Eddes Ma. Cristina Ledesma-Cruz

Veil

Arch. Manolo R. Gamboa
Ms. Amaya Angerene D. Aldridge

Cord

Mr. Michael Joseph D. Mesina
Atty. Ma. Angelica Y. Abalos-Ang

Ring Bearer

Roman Benedict D. Cruz

Coin Bearer

Mateo Arcadio L. Delos Santos

Cord Bearer

Stephenson Kurt M. Victorino

Veil Bearer

Mcju Angelo L. Victorino

Flower Girls

Karmelia D. Cruz

Xyla Milan L. Delos Santos
Poiema G. Delos Santos

Marylene Jhilliane M. Lunasco
Aiushtha Catalina D. Velasco

Countdown to

Our Wedding Day

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Photo Gallery

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We'd love to see our wedding through your eyes.
Please post your photos and use our official hashtag,

#RJandFRESCIEL

Wedding Timeline

Here's how our special day will go:

RJ-Fresciel-Timeline2

The Venues

Ceremony

SAN ANTONIO DE PADUA - SANTO CASAMENTEIRO PARISH

Nasugbu, Batangas

Reception

PALACIO CRISTAL
DEL AQUILA

Happy Road Street, Tagaytay

Attire Guide

The dress code for the event is strictly formal.

Gentlemen are kindly requested to attire themselves in Barong Tagalog paired with Black Pants or Slacks.
For the ladies, we encourage the grace of Long gowns. The color palette should exclude black or white.

Please bring something to cover up from the cold (shawl, jacket, etc) as the weather in the evening might be cooler.

Your adherence to this dress code will help us feel more about our gathering.

Gift Guide

 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 January 25, 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 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.

We hope our wedding will be a fun excuse for you to dress up and be fabulous!

You may want to bring a shawl, coat, or any cover-up as the weather in the evening may be cooler.

This event is STRICTLY FORMAL. NO wearing of denim and flip-flops.

Gentlemen:
* Barong Tagalog
* Black Pants

Ladies:
* Long gown / dress
* No black or white dress

For convenience, you may book an accomodation near the church / reception area.

We list some hotels for your reference:

1. Taal Vista Hotel
2. Hotel Casiana
3. Twin Lakes Tagaytay
4. Escala

Guest call time at the church is 2:00 PM. The ceremony will strictly start at 2:30PM sharp, it's better to get to the church before then.

We would highly appreciate your presence in 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 an ample 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.

There will be cocktail hour at Palacio Cristal after the ceremony.
* Enjoy the food at the grazing table and feel free to have some refreshments while waiting for the event hall to open.
* Take note of your table number and seat.

This is a strict ADULT-ONLY event.

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

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

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.

Be Our Guest

 Let us know if you could join us on our big day.
Please respond on or before January 25, 2024.


We have reserved seat/s for you.

To our family and friends,

We are thrilled for you to join us on February 25, 2024!

Please expect heavy traffic along Tagaytay Rd. since February 25 is a holiday.
You may book a hotel / Airbnb near the church / reception area for convenience.
We have also listed some hotels within the area for your reference.

For other questions, you may check our FAQ page.

We look forward to seeing you on our special day!

With love,
RJ and Fresciel