Together with their families
to celebrate the marriage of
KenandIvy
July
Saturday
18
At 2:00 PM
2026
Ceremony
St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish - The Shrine of Our Lady of Namacpacan
Ivy & Ken
Welcome to our forever
"I have found the one whom my soul loves."
Song of Solomon 3:4
Our love is a blessing we hold close to our hearts, and we are deeply grateful to God for gently guiding our story and bringing our lives together in such a beautiful way. With hearts full of joy and thanksgiving, we are so happy to share this special moment of our journey with you. Your love, prayers, and support have meant so much to us, and it would mean the world to celebrate this meaningful day surrounded by the people who have been part of our lives and our story.
As you prepare to celebrate with us, please feel free to browse through the important information and helpful reminders. Everything you need to know for the day is here. Your presence and shared joy will truly make this celebration even more special for us.
Our Love Story
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A Love Meant to Last
We first met as high school classmates. By our third year, Ken already knew what his heart wanted. Unfortunately, Ivy’s heart was busy admiring
someone else at the time. So instead of confessing,
Ken chose the brave and noble path of… staying quiet.
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He chose friendship. And honestly, that might have
been the best decision he ever made. We graduated
in 2012 as close friends, not realizing that time
was slowly doing its thing and quietly weaving our hearts together behind the scenes.
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Fast forward to 2014, during our second year
of college, when Ken finally gathered the courage
to say what he had been holding in for years.
The feelings were real, but life had other plans.
Ivy was focused on studies and responsibilities
and sometimes love needs people to grow on their
own first. So we went our separate ways…
pretending we were totally fine with it.
Ken tried to move on, but his heart clearly
didn’t get the memo.
)
Two years later, in 2016, he reached out again.
Distance still stood between us, but this time
something had changed. Ivy’s heart had slowly
started to open, and Ken’s steady presence,
patience, and genuine care started turning our friendship into something deeper. Somewhere
along the way, feelings became mutual.
)
Love had officially entered the chat. But once
again, timing had other plans. With school to
finish and family guidance to respect, we had
to part ways again.
)
Life took us down different paths. We each faced personal journeys that required growth, healing,
and learning more about ourselves. We even tried opening our hearts to other possibilities, thinking
that maybe moving forward meant letting go.
)
But somehow, no matter where life took us,
nothing ever quite felt the same. It turns out
our hearts were a little stubborn. They always
seemed to find their way back to each other.
Because true love, as we eventually learned,
is never really in a hurry. It waits.
Three years passed.
No communication.
No promises.
Just life doing its thing.
)
Then in October 2019, just as Ivy was about
to graduate, something unexpected happened.
Through a simple gathering with friends in
San Juan, La Union, life decided to bring us back
into the same place at the same time.
)
One meeting. That’s all it took.
The connection was still there, if anything,
stronger than before. What once felt
unfinished suddenly felt right.
So this time, we stopped overthinking and
simply chose each other.
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Six and a half years later, we’ve grown together
through dreams and doubts, triumphs and trials. Somewhere along the way, we became each other’s
safe place, biggest supporter, and constant prayer.
Love taught us patience.
Faith taught us trust.
And life showed us that what is meant for you
will always find its way back, sometimes just
a little later than expected.
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Today, we stand hand in hand,
no longer waiting, just grateful.
Grateful for every twist, every pause,
and every moment that led us back to
each other.Now we’re ready to build a
home filled with love, laughter, and faith.
Ready to start a family.
And ready to spend the rest of our lives
choosing each other, every single day.
Because in the end, that’s what love is all about.
Choosing each other, every single day.
“Love is patient, love is kind.
It does not envy, it does not boast,
it is not proud.”
1 Corinthians 13:4
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Event Details
Everything you need to know about our special day.
St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish - The Shrine of Our Lady of Namacpacan
Namacpacan Road, Luna, 2518 La Union
Saturday
July
18
2026
2:00 PM
Location
St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish - The Shrine of Our Lady of Namacpacan
Namacpacan Road, Luna, 2518 La Union
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Reception
Paraiso del Bacnotan Resort
Pandan, Bacnotan, 2515 La Union
Starts at
4:00 PM
Location
Paraiso del Bacnotan Resort
Pandan, Bacnotan, 2515 La Union
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Dress Code
Please dress according to the guidelines below.
For Principal Sponsors
Gentlemen
Kindly come in strictly White Barong Tagalog.
Ladies
Grace the celebration in Filipiniana-inspired attire, strictly in white.
Come in your best Formal Attire.
Let's create a timeless and elegant atmosphere together.
For Guests
Gentlemen
Please come in your best white formal attire /
white polo / white long-sleeved shirt.
Ladies
We invite you to wear an elegant white long dress.
Kindly avoid cocktail dresses.
Gentle Reminders
Unplugged Ceremony
We’re having a mostly unplugged ceremony. Guests may take photos, but we kindly ask that it be kept minimal. Please avoid blocking or crowding our official photographers so they can capture the special moments. We’d love for everyone to stay present and share the moment with us. Don’t worry—professional photos will be shared with you after the event. Thank you for your understanding
Arrival
To ensure everything runs smoothly, please arrive at least 30 minutes before the ceremony starts. The program will begin at 4:00 PM, so we kindly ask everyone to arrive by 3:30 PM. This will give you time to find your seat, take in the beautiful setup, and be fully present for our special moment
Wedding Day
Timeline
A simple overview of the key moments of our day, from arrival to farewell.
We Arrive
at 1:30 PM
St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish - The Shrine of Our Lady of Namacpacan
We Arrive
at 1:30 PM
St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish - The Shrine of Our Lady of Namacpacan
We Do
at 2:00 PM
St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish - The Shrine of Our Lady of Namacpacan
We Do
at 2:00 PM
St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish - The Shrine of Our Lady of Namacpacan
We Shoot
at 3:30 PM
St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish - The Shrine of Our Lady of Namacpacan
We Shoot
at 3:30 PM
St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish - The Shrine of Our Lady of Namacpacan
We Celebrate
at 4:00 PM
Paraiso del Bacnotan Resort
We Celebrate
at 4:00 PM
Paraiso del Bacnotan Resort
We Eat
at 5:00 PM
Paraiso del Bacnotan Resort
We Eat
at 5:00 PM
Paraiso del Bacnotan Resort
We Party
at 7:00 PM
Paraiso del Bacnotan Resort
We Party
at 7:00 PM
Paraiso del Bacnotan Resort
Those who stand with Ken & Ivy
Wedding Entourage
Honoring those who share in our joy
Gift Guide
With hearts full of gratitude, we ask only for your presence and prayers as we celebrate together. Should you wish to bless us further, a gift toward our future would be a blessing we will always treasure.
BDO
Account Number
BDO: **** **** 2071
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
With love,
Ivy and Ken
Answers for our celebration day
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful notes so you can simply arrive, celebrate, and enjoy this new chapter with us.
Our wedding will be held on July 18, 2026 (Saturday)
Our ceremony will begin promptly at 2:00 PM. We kindly ask guests to arrive 30–45 minutes earlier to allow enough time for parking, walking to the ceremony area, and finding your seats so we can begin on time.
The ceremony will be held at St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish - The Shrine of Our Lady of Namacpacan, Namacpacan Road, Luna, 2518 La Union. You can find detailed directions, addresses, and maps in the Details Section above. The reception will be held at Paraiso del Bacnotan Resort, Pandan, Bacnotan, 2515 La Union, 30 minute drive from the ceremony. You can find detailed directions, addresses, and maps in the Details Section above.
Yes. We request our Principal Sponsors to arrive at 1:00 PM so we can prepapre and settle before the ceremony begins
Please RSVP through the RSVP section on this invitation. Simply search for your name in the guest list and confirm your attendance. Due Date of final RSVP is on June 30, 2026. For any questions, please contact Ivy via Messenger
While we love your little ones, in the spirit of celebration and intimacy, we kindly request that this special day occasion be reserved for adults only. Our nieces and nephews from our immediate family will be the only little ones joining us.
Please don't. We kindly ask our guests to follow the seating arrangement prepared for the reception. A great deal of thought and care went into planning the seating so that everyone will feel comfortable and be seated with friends, family, or guests who share similar connections. Each seat was thoughtfully arranged with every guest in mind. Our reception team will gladly assist you in finding your assigned table.
Yes, parking is available at the venue, and parking attendants, along with our coordinators, will assist you on the day
With all that we have, we are truly blessed. Your presence and prayers are what we request most. However, if you desire to give nonetheless, a monetary gift to help us begin our new life together would be humbly appreciated. You can find our gift registry information in the Gift Guide section.
EYES UP, PHONES DOWN, HEARTS OPEN. The greatest gift you can give us during our ceremony is your presence. We respectfully request that guests refrain from taking photos or videos during the ceremony so our official photographers can capture every moment without distraction. We promise to share the beautiful photos with you afterward! Our professional photographers will be capturing every beautiful memory, and we promise to share the photos with everyone afterwards.
Yes! While our I DO’s will be unplugged, our reception will not be. As a couple who loves photos and memories, we would love for you to capture the fun moments throughout the evening. We prepared this celebration wholeheartedly and we want everyone to enjoy it fully.
Your presence will truly be missed, but we completely understand. Please kindly let us know through RSVP as soon as possible so we may adjust arrangements accordingly.
Please check with us first before making arrangements. Due to limited seating and a carefully planned guest list, attendance cannot be guaranteed without prior confirmation.
It took us some time to plan for a heartfelt wedding that everyone would hopefully enjoy. We humbly request that you celebrate with us until the program ends. Please don't eat and run! Let's laugh, take pictures, sing, and have fun!
Please let us know about any dietary restrictions or allergies when you RSVP. We want to ensure everyone can enjoy the celebration comfortably.
• Pray with us for favorable weather and the continuous blessings of our Lord as we enter this new chapter of our lives as husband and wife. • RSVP as soon as your schedule is cleared. • Dress appropriately and follow our wedding motif. • Be on time. • Follow the seating arrangement in the reception. • Stay until the end of the program. • Join the activities and enjoy!