Candles used in church wedding ceremony

I'm often asked by my couple-clients what candles will they be using during the church ceremony for their wedding.  It depends actually, if the couple will be having a Unity Candle Ceremony (usually adapted in a Christian ceremony) that means there will be additional candles.  


So to help everyone, below are the usual candles used for the wedding (photos taken from my recent event courtesy of Elnar-Aldeguer Wedding):


Ceremonial Candles

-very important; these are being lighted by the couple's Candle Sponsors (secondary sponsors); most of the time this is included in the church's package though couple has the option to provide for their own (usually customized candles prepared by the couple) - just make sure that the candle fits the church's candelabra




Offertory Candles

-important;  these candles are being offered by the couple for church's use and are usually brought by the assigned relative/friend of the couple during the Offertory Ceremony;  Couple can personalize this using their color motif






Unity Candle

-very important (for Christian Ceremony);  The Unity Candle Ceremony has always been part of the Christian Ceremony although early part of the 90's it has been adapted by Catholic Wedding (though some Catholic Churches do not include this in their ceremony as they would say this is for Christian rites only)
-after the ceremonial candles has been lighted by the Candle Sponsors, the couple will then light their Unity Candle to symbolize unity/oneness in their lives




Couple's Lighting Candles

-very important if couple has the Unity Candle Ceremony; these are 2 small size candles used by the couple to get light from the ceremonial candles after which they will lit their unity candle




Memorial Candle
-important; there is a memorial candle for couple's whose parents have already gone;  from the word itself they'd offer this in memory of their loved one - this is optional and yes, some Catholic Churches do not allow this as well.




So there, enjoy the ceremony!  


Best,
Cel

Nice Print Photographers - Bernie and Rupert

Disclaimer:  I don't get commissions or cut from them, I just believe in their talent and skill...

Meet Rupert and Bernie ...

They are one of Nice Print's Top Photographers - yes, Nice Print Photography (Official Photo and Video Supplier for Ogie and Regine's Wedding). 

They really have an eye for details, very talented and super-duper-uber down to earth and cool.

I always enjoyed working with them, they are such a great company.  All my brides have had fun times working with them.

Kuya Bernie and Rupert, good job!  See you Soon!


Best,
Cel

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Your Events Team will be at San Roque Parish Subic-Olongapo Convention Center(1st team) and at Malate Church-Illustrado Restaurant(2nd team) for a wedding event. We are a TEAM ON FIRE with GOD as our events manager . . . Keeping our faith and our passion burning!

The Best 2010 Christmas Blessing

This quote keeps me going "I am too blessed to be stressed because God is the strength of my heart..."  I've always believe that God is behind everything I do, his eyes is always on me and he always has the best plans for me.

2010 was a rollercoaster year for me ... MANY believed in me - but there were SOME who did not treat me right, some who had been so unfair, some who didn't care and some who just don't believe in my capacity ... well, good thing I have God in my heart so I don't care if they don't like, if they don't believe in me because I know God gave me a very special gift, a very special talent, a very special skill that will make me successful in this so called journey called life.

2010 gave my small business an almost 60 events - so that is equal to 60 abundant blessings, 60 wonderful people who gave my team the privilege to be part of their lives - and those blessings are all God's gift to me.  All my trust, sacrifices and prayers were rewarded by all these abundant blessings.

I consider every event as a happy walk event - and I consider all events as a grandiose event. Just as I consider everyday with God as a big event. God indeed is a miracle working God - he just gave me the best blessing for 2010 -

I actually heard him whispering to me " Hencel, my child, since you're into events, I want my birthday to be the biggest event in your life"... I said "Lord, everyday talking to you is already a big event."  God said "You don't understand.  Just trust me and you'll know what I'm talking about on Christmas day."

You see I told my ob-gyne I'd like to give birth on December 30 (a scheduled date since I gave birth previously via cs operation) just to finish off all events I have until Dec 29. But it was on Christmas day that I realize what God is telling me - He alone knows the plans he have for me, He alone knows my future.  So it was on December 25 morning that I felt labor pains and minimal bleeding and had to rush to the hospital's ER to check my condition.  And voila, I received the best Christmas Blessing in 2010 - my second baby - Jaimee Pristine.  

Just as I call Gab "my pride and my joy", I'd like to share pictures of my new baby Jaimee Pristine - I call her "my precious" ...

Truly it was the best blessing and indeed God was true to his promise that I'll have the best event for 2010 - my baby's birthday falling on His birthdate.  God indeed is full of surprises!

Thank you Lord for the beautiful blessings you've given me ... Gab and Pristine.

Best,

Cel

To my family, relatives ( Manila and Cebu and all over the world), friends, wedding clients, fellow wedding suppliers and everyone else: Wishing you a merry Christmas - May you all have a happy walk all the days of your lives! I may not be able to greet you via sms as I am busy preparing for a BIG EVENT but you are all in my prayers! God bless!

Thank you Lord for the gift of praise though in distress I still can say ... How awesome your ways! How awesome your grace! The works you've done proclaim ALL YOUR GLORIOUS WAYS!

Stag and Hen Parties

Stag and Hen Parties?

Yes, stag and hen parties are still wedding related.

Stag Parties also known as the bachelor parties.
Hen Parties also known as bridal showers.

So is this still needed?

Well according to traditions, the stag and hen parties' end goal is to help the bride and groom set up their own home.

I remember when my best girlfriends Alma, Ellaine, Jinkee, Mezhel and Susan gave me a bridal shower of sort with simple gifts. We just had an enjoyable lunch where we celebrated it at Jinkee's house and she cooked a sumptous meal.

In this day and age, stag and hen parties are social rituals that couples participate in. These gatherings are regarded as the soon-to-be bride and groom's last hurrahs. But I guess, there's more to the last hurrah because a deeper symbolism of this is that they leave their single-hood behind and begin their days of wedded bliss.

It's up to the couple how they would like to celebrate it - individually with each of their friends or together. What needs to be remembered is that they will enjoy that moment.

Usually the hen parties is the more conservative and wholesome ritual. Normally organized by the bride's sister or her bestfriend. Meanwhile, stag parties based on experience is filled with more excitement. For the bachelors, it's really their chance for a last hurrah, sort of a rowdy party at a friend's house, a night at a bar etc.

For all the hype attached to these events, having them is, on some level, an integral part of the wedding preparations as this allows you to get into the proper mindset as you walk down the aisle.

By having a last hurrah of sorts/parties/gatherings, couples are able to make the distinction that this is where they stop living solely for themselves and start living a life for two.

Best,
Cel
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10 Wedding Mistakes

Just want to share with everyone 10 Wedding Mistakes that a bride and groom should never do:

1. Forgetting what the day is really about and losing perspective. It’s only 4-5 hours of your life. Don't let stress get in your way - enjoy and savor t your wedding date!

2. Not involving your significant other in the planning process. Wedding is just a day; marriage is forever - even picking a hotel for the dressing venue, color and flavor of the cake needs decision of the 2 parties involved.

3. Getting intoxicated the night before can seriously take a toll on you. You’re going to be on your feet for hours upon hours the next day – Get your rest. Listen to your coordinators - a day before the wedding should be your REST DAY, your CHILLAX DAY!

4. Being inconsiderate. Asking your guests to wear particular color, bringing this particular gift etc. Let them feel that their presence or them gracing the occasion is the most important thing a newlywed couple can ask for.

5. Not adhering to a budget. Enough said. Please,please do stick to your budget. If you have the money, go for quality and the best suppliers but it doesn't mean that you spend a million for your wedding and that million would be coming from loans, credit cards etc. Do not start your marriage life in debt.

6. Not having a Plan B. What if it rains? Do you have a back-up plan? As I always tell my clients "Think of the worst case scenario..."

7. Not knowing your officiant and your emcee really well. These are the leaders of your ceremony and reception – They should have a clear idea of your expectations. Better to meet them ahead of time; if time doesn't permit at least interview people who've worked with them or talk to them over the phone in that way you'd be able to build rapport at least in a short time with them before the Big Day.

8. Wasting Money. Is it really necessary to get the P5,000 pair of shoes for your day? Figure out what are the most important things to you – and go from there.

9. A lack of personality. Couples would get cupcakes as their souvenirs but don’t put any of their own style and personality into it. Wedding is all about PERSONALITY, reflecting the couple as two different persons uniting as one.

10. Letting the wedding take over your life; and your friends’ lives; and your families’ lives. It’s a large part of your life, but make sure that you don’t lose too much focus over it. It is just a ONE DAY event, yes, it is the beginning of the rest of your lives but don't let that day dominate you, your friends, your families, your perspective, your decisions...

Best,

Cel
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Wedding Motif in 2011

It's November and soon we will approach Year 2011 ...

I'm excited because 2011 definitely will be a blast for my business because now I am claiming by faith that God will be providing me with repeat and new clients not just in coordination and hosting services but definitely in other services that I've offered this year like bubble machine, photobooth rental, missalette etc.

Just to keep everyone updated - wedding motif in 2011 is going to be BRIGHT. I guess it's sort of a carry over of 2010's wedding motif which ranges from deep red, teal, violet, turquoise, platinum, yellow , sage and fuschia.

And 2011 will give more couple more choices because it is tropical, fun, whimsical and bright - definitely amazing in all its aspect.

Colors that would dominate 2011 would surely include Apple green, mauve, lilac, hot pink, slate grey, celadon, aged gold, coral, red, violet purple, mocha / chocolate / brown, navy, emerald / pine green / dark cyan, clementine orange, and yellow.

But those are just based from artist's researches and personal opinion. Wedding Motif should reflect your personality as a couple. So if you want your motif to be black that would be pretty cool, too! There's no golden rule for wedding motif - just follow your heart and everything will fall into its place.

The most important thing in a wedding is not just the motif but a couple's love and commitment to each other.

Best,
Cel

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Thank you Lord for this beautiful day and countless blessings - 2 Client Meeting and spending quality time with Gab here at Trinoma.

-keeping the faith and the passion burning, to God be the glory-

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A prayer for my dear nephew Tristan on his 3rd death anniversary "lord, bless tristan's soul and make him ur most cutest angel above safe in your loving arms. We truly miss him."

Your Events Team will be at Manila Hotel for the Firaza-Pahilan Wedding.

To God be the glory for another event blessing! Keeping the faith and the passion burning!

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