repeating our wedding channel announcement...

About the couple
Faye is 30 years of age and works as an accountant in a Korean firm. She is currently based in New York, USA. During her spare time she likes watching movies, cooking, singing as well as reading books, specifically that of Ronald Reagan's life story.

Irvin is likewise 30 years of age and currently resides in Las Piñas City, Philippines where he works as an Investment Assistant for China Banking Corporation. He also likes to cook and loves music very much. He is interested in sports and considers basketball as his favorite.

Faye is perceived by their friends and relatives to be the more frank and vocal between the two, while Irvin is the 'silent water runs deep' type of guy. Be that as it may, they both complement each other very well.

How they met
During that time (1993), Faye was a student at St. Paul College of Manila where she was studying BS Accountancy while helping her parents in running their printing business. On the other hand, Irvin was a graduating student at the Colegio de San Juan de Letran in Intramuros Manila.

So you ask...how did these two people meet? It was actually more of a set-up (over the phone) by Marilou, Faye's younger sister, and Gerard, Irvin's friend-neighbor (special thanks to both). At first, both were hesitant and uneasy because they felt that it is not the conventional way of getting to know a person, but persistence eventually prevailed, and they agreed to talk. Their first conversation was followed by another, then another, and another. It then became a daily ritual without them knowing it. From then on they never let the day pass by without hearing each other's voice. After a month or so of conversing over the phone, a feeling of curiosity grew between them and so they both agreed it's time to meet...and so they did. They met at Greenbelt Church in Makati. It was a short meeting though for Faye had to rush home. Apparently, both liked each other and went on their daily conversations, until Irvin began the ardent task of courting her on Christmas eve of the same year. But patience is a virtue as they say for he was rewarded with a sweet 'yes!'

Finally, after ten years and seven months of hardships, tribulations and happy moments, both decided to embark on a life-long journey together in taking their relationship to the ultimate level - marriage.

The engagement
Traditionally, an engagement is when a man surprises her loved one by giving a ring in a romantic and unexpected way, then followed by the words 'will you marry me?' Not for these two, however. 'The element of surprise' is taken away by their being miles away from each other. So instead, the engagement was more of an agreement between the two that it is time for them to be together for the rest of their lives. So in August of 2004, they got engaged and is now eagerly waiting for that 'big day' to come where they will be united, in the eyes of God and in the eyes of men.

About the ceremony
Date: October 1, 2005 4:00 PM
Location: San Agustin Church
Address: Gen. Luna St. Intramuros, Manila (632)527-4060

Brief History...San Agustin is one of the four Philippine Baroque Churches, the oldest stone church in Metro Manila which was built in 1586 and completed in 1606. An intricately carved door opens to the church. Of great interest are the XIXth century chandeliers, the pulpit, the side chapels, the tombstone on the floorings, and an 18th century pipe organ. It has withstood the ravages of time both brought by nature and by man.

Please make sure to come on time for the ceremony as it will start at exactly 4:00 PM. The wedding attire for guests is strictly formal/barong tagalog.

About the reception
Date: October 1, 2005 5:00 PM
Location: Father Blanco's Garden
Address: Gen Luna St. Intramuros, Manila (632)527-7553

Brief Description...Father Manuel Blanco published a book called "Flora de Filipinas" in 1883. ... The garden is perfect for quiet, contemplative moments. ...

Reception will follow immediately after the wedding ceremony. Dinner will be served at 6:00 PM.

The wedding party
Faye’s Attendants
Marilou Linsangan – Maid of Honor (Bride’s Sister)
Michael Linsangan – Groomsman (Bride’s Brother)
Daighne Marjorie Linsangan – Flower Girl (Bride’s Niece)
Harvey Revillas – Bible/Rosary Bearer (Bride’s Cousin)

Irvin’s Attendants
Rhea Sharyn Castillo – Bridesmaid (Groom’s Sister)
Marlon Vincent Mariano – Best Man (Groom’s Friend)
Aloysius Miguel Castillo – Ring Bearer (Groom’s Nephew)
Luigi Castillo – Coin Bearer (Groom’s Nephew)
Andrea Cuenco – Flower Girl (Groom’s Goddaughter)

PRINCIPAL SPONSORS
Mr. Francisco Linsangan
Mr. Kenneth Vachon
Mr. Ermito Adlawan
Mr. Emilio Pugeda
Mr. Manolito Flores
Mr. Bienvenido Hidalgo
Mr. Anson Ong
Mr. Rolando Flores

Mrs. Ma. Velia Sulit
Mrs. Necena Castillo
Mrs. Felicitas de Ocampo
Mrs. Felina Flores
Ms. Yolanda Linsangan
Ms. Emma Paggabao
Mrs. Consuelo Ong
Mrs. Nimfa Cabuhat

SECONDARY SPONSORS
Candle
Mr. Harry Bato
Ms. Rowena Cuenco

Veil
Mr. Erwin Jude Lim
Ms. Ruby Theresa Aga

Cord
Mr. Ferdinand Pakingan
Ms. Caryl Nagal

Wedding details
The wedding motif will be rust/burnt orange with wine red and matte gold as accent colors.

The bride will wear a pina silk semi-haltered gown accentuated with embroidery and beads by Veluz. The groom, on the other hand, will wear a 'pina barong' in chinese collar by Tesoro's and black pants by Onesimus.

The female entourage will wear a rust orange shantung gown with wine red and matte gold pipings while the male will be dressed in traditional Barong Tagalog in light beige color.

Flowers will be provided by Cathy Gancenia of iflowersspeak. She will be using white calla lilies, combination of red, yellow and orange roses, gerberas, carnations and mums.

The bridal cake will be a 5-layered one with different flavors by Alex Franco.

A string quartet by Bernie Pasamba will give solemnity and elegance to the whole event.

Photography will be handled by Mimi Abesamis and Karl de Leon of fotogra. Videography, on the other hand, will be by Buddy Gancenia.

The whole affair will be coordinated by Wednesday Torrejos and her team from The Aisle Runner.

A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM THE COUPLE:
We would like to thank our family and friends for giving us the support and blessing. It will give us joy and honor to see you all as we celebrate the most important event of our lives.

Special thanks to those relatives and friends coming from overseas: Uncle Ken, Tita Laling and Joe (Massachusetts); Tita Baby and Raphael (Switzerland); Manang Fely (New York) and Maridel (Texas).
Also, we invite you to take a look at our blog - http://irvinandfaye.blogspot.com and our photos - http://community.webshots.com/user/if100105 which will be updated from time to time once they become available so be sure to check it out again! And don't forget to sign in our guestbook!

Irvin & Faye

If we can be of further assistance to you, don't hesitate to contact Faye or Irvin by email at faye070574@yahoo.com or irbinito74@yahoo.com

Guestbook
Malu Vargas - Canada 5182005
TO THE FUTURE MR. & MRS. IRVIN CASTILLO. THE NAME HAS A SWEET SOUND TO IT. AM SO GLAD THAT YOU ARE BACK IN EACH OTHERS ARMS. IT WAS REALLY MEANT TO BE. DON'T FORGET TO PUT CHRIST IN THE CENTER OF YOUR MARITAL LIFE. HE SHOULD BE THE ONLY 3RD PARTY THAT YOU SHOULD ALLOW IN. THE ROAD TO WEDDED BLISS IS STREWN WITH BOTH PETALS AND THORNS, AND YOU WOULD NEED THE GOOD LORD TO WALK THE PATH WITH BOTH OF YOU.

buddy gancenia - quezon city, Philippines 3262005
hi faye and irvin, di sinasadya, saw ur site. baka lang ur still looking for a videographer and florist, kindly visits www.buddygancenia.com and iflowersspeak.com thanks

Rene Adiao - Manila, Philippines 1072005
it says, 'Finally, after ten years and seven months (..or longer!!) of hardships, tribulations and happy moments,... ' whoa!! that strengthens the bond even before your inseparable life together!! Congratulations to you for the greatest decision you've made together as two people IN LOVE. YOU WILL BE A WONDERFUL AND HAPPY COUPLE. May you be blessed, as you put LOVE as the main ingredient in your marriage recipe! (You will have to cook it too! hehehe)

liezl nera - 12072004
hi, faye : ) im a wawie,too! (and a paulinian) grabe, dito pa tayo mag meet ulit : ) enjoy your preps : ) just let me know it you need help, k? good luck : )

Arlene Castor - Batangas City, Philippines 11182004
Congratulations to both of you. This wedding is long over due. I'm glad that you will finally tie the knot. All the best!

Micah Sulit - , Philippines 11142004
Congratulations and best wishes, Tita Faye! God bless! :)

Zaida Mannetta - Pt. Washington, NY, United States 11052004
Seems that this union has been a long time coming. In the not too distant future, you can see the happy couple. Best of everything on your wedding day and for every day thereafter.

dudes gonzales-pinili - Makati, Philippines 11042004
hi bride and groom! you've made the best choice of your lives (: Congratulations and all the best!

Marivel Sulit - 11042004
Hello Faye and Irvin, what can i say.... you two were really MFEO... Made For Each Other. 'til death do you part. God bless, Marivel

Ruby Theresa Herrera-Aga - Manila, Philippines 11032004
Congratulations to both of you. Finally, the long wait is over. May you bring into your marriage, the love and friendship you both are good at giving.

Caryl Nagal - 10272004
Hi Faye & Irvin, Im so happy and getting excited for your forthcoming wedding.... Finally, you've made it. And i want both of you to know, that im always here if you need help... Bestfriend... this is it! enjoy and have fun preparing for your wedding.... im so much happy for you... good site, huh! :)

Vic Lay - 10182004
Hey Faye, I'm proud of you for being able to figure out the settings, and to maintain both sites in such organized way. Keep up the good works =) Vic.

Irmee - 10172004
Hi, congratulations on your engagement and I'm honored to be the first one to sign here....am glad too to be part of your preparations....don't worry, not only during the preps and the wedding will I be there but also after, we'll be "bilas" forever remember... c")