Chapter 3: The Wedding Mass
Finally at the altar, the morning sun streaming through the large stained glass windows behind the altar illuminates the small chapel and the bride and groom with
a warm orange light.
Elijah, the prophet on the left, looked solemnly down on us.
Moses, on the right, does likewise, silently admonishing us to be good and remain faithful to our covenant with God.
A view of the chapel from the choir loft. The light casts a soft glow on the terracotta tiles.
An atmosphere of intimacy pervaded the entire celebration, which was solemn although not without it's funny moments.
Cindy Macapagal reads aloud the first reading from the book of Genesis (1:26-28, 31a).
Eric Ambata reads from the first letter of Paul to the Corinthians (12:31-13:8a).
Marion dela Torre, Cathy Llagas, Desiree Imperial, Patricia Beltran; bridesmaids all.
Maisa's college friend and fellow former Heightser Fran Ng reads out the Prayers of the Faithful.
Maisa's college confidante Jo-Ed Tirol reads out the Prayers of the Faithful.
Fr. Nemy Que delivers his homily to the congregation, quoting many passages from the bride and groom's website, to the delight and amusement of everyone, especially TJ and Maisa.
Cassandra, TJ's niece, decides to take it upon herself to re-arrange Maisa's veil. Jukka looking highly amused with her.
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