The biggest piece of them all, where we say "I Do". Dale and I were both Thomasians. So of course, we wanted to get Married and the UST Church. There was no second thoughts at first, we dropped by as early as September 2013 to book the Church. But admin people told us that they'll start reservations for November 2013 after the semestral break. So we waited.
UST CHAPEL SANTISIMO ROSARIO (ESPANA, MANILA)
Serving as a spiritual haven for the Thomasian community, the UST Chapel (Santisimo Rosario Chapel) is the most Appropriate place for the Thomasian practice of faith. The Chapel has Become the venue for religious activities are priority Various university include the annual Misa de aperture, a decades-old tradition of officially opening the academic year with a Mass of the Holy Spirit and the delivery of the academic lecture de Discurso Called the aperture; the annual novena to Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary La Naval for the celebration; Heritage and the Christmas Concert.
Rental Fee: PhP24, 000 (includes air conditioning, flowers, carpet, church coordinator, soloist, organist, and priest
Contact Information : 734-8908
But then, after looking at some photos, I realized I do not want a big church. I want an intimate wedding where walking on the isle will not be too long and my guests will not only look occupying quarter of the Church. I want a small but classy Church. As an alumni, we are entitled to a 4,000 discount. But I wanted to search for other churches still. So here are the Churches we went to:
SAN SEBASTIAN CHURCH (Quiapo, Manila)
Found amidst the busy streets of Quiapo, this unique structure stands out. Being Entirely made of steel, and flaunting Gothic architecture, the church will provide an interesting backdrop for your wedding. The warm, Intricate adornments inside the church, plus the elaborate stained glass windows, will make your wedding photos look like Renaissance paintings.
Since it can be warm inside the church, it is best to hold your wedding here When the weather is cool. December is the peak month. Advise your guests to come early to secure a slot in the first come-first served parking space nearby.
Rental Fee: PhP20, 000 (includes flowers, carpet, church coordinator, soloist, organist, and priest)
Contact Information : 734-8908
I loved this Church! It was so beautiful and different. On the size, it was perfect. But it was not us. This was my next option though!
CHAPEL PACO (PACO, MANILA)
Holding a small, intimate wedding? Then Paco Chapel, also known as St. Pancratius Chapel, church wedding will suit your needs. This small, dome-shaped chapel lies at the center of the elliptical Paco Park. The fountain in front of the church will add serenity to your wedding. The entourage's walk will start from the entrance of the park and will lead all the way to the altar. The simple interiors of the chapel make its adornments brighter.
Advise your guests to be early Because parking spaces are only outside the park. Ask them to prepare some change for the parking boys who will watch over the cars.
Rental Fee: PhP15, 000 (includes flower arrangements, red carpet and priest)
Contact Information: 525-7853 or 524-2022 loc 119
I liked the surroundings of the Church, with the garden and a fountain. But inside I feel that it is too plain? It is just covered with white walls and a super short isle. So yeah, not for me.
OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL Shrine (NEW MANILA, QUEZON CITY)
Mt. Carmel Shrine is centrally located in New Manila, Quezon City, making it Easily accessible for your wedding guests coming from the different parts of Metro Manila. Set apart from the congested and traffic-laden roads of the metropolis, it offers a very tranquil and solemn venue for your dream wedding. With one of the longest central aisle Amongst Metro Manila churches, not to mention a large altar dramatic and colorful stained glass windows all around, it certainly stands out as a favorite of couples for their dream wedding reception.
Rental Fee: PhP15, 000 (includes flower arrangements, red carpet and priest)
Contact Information: mtcarmelshrine@yahoo.com
Dale liked this Church Because They are devotees to the Lady of Mt. Carmel. But it was too big for me.
STO. DOMINGO CHURCH (QUEZON AVENUE, QUEZON CITY)
The design of the church depicts Baronial structure with Gothic Influence draws attention and reflects a distinct colonial past. The wake of the late senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.. is indeed one of the most significant events in Sto. Domingo are priority then instigated the historic People Power Revolution in 1986.
Rate: Php 13,500 (Inclusions: stipends for officiating priest, flowers, choir, carpet)
Contact Information: Tel.no. 743.7756 / 743.2124
I loved this Church again. And surroundings were also ideal for picture taking! But again, biiig.
So we went to numerous Churches and it was becoming a bore. Hahaha! Dale and then remembered this Church and we both loved it ...
ST JOHN BOSCO PARISH (MAKATI CITY)
St. John Bosco Don Bosco Parish Church or Church is located along Arnaiz St. formerly Pasay Road, at the corner of Amorsolo Street in Barangay San Lorenzo in Makati City. It is a popular wedding venue mainly Because of its architecture, if not for sentimentality Between the couple. The church's architecture, composed of geometric designs, strike the eye without taking away the impression of simplicity and elegance. The entrance alone is shaped like the arched edge of a leaf, marked by a cross and the pointed center. Inside, the ceiling is designed with white waffle-like lines crisscrossing each other as They radiate from cream-colored arches. At the center is a Gigantic dark golden star - are priority actually seems like three concentric stars, one on top of the other. The star is a magnificent backdrop for the altar, are priority over hangs a giant crucifix and they are backlit during weddings, dramatically makes a good background for pictorials.
Read more information about St. John Bosco here .
In the end, we booked St. John Bosco. :) It was a small, simple but elegant Church. It is the way we wanted the Church to be. It was a long journey to find the Church! But it was worth the wait. :)
Disclaimer: Photos and descriptions were copied from different sites, I do not own them.
UST CHAPEL SANTISIMO ROSARIO (ESPANA, MANILA)
Serving as a spiritual haven for the Thomasian community, the UST Chapel (Santisimo Rosario Chapel) is the most Appropriate place for the Thomasian practice of faith. The Chapel has Become the venue for religious activities are priority Various university include the annual Misa de aperture, a decades-old tradition of officially opening the academic year with a Mass of the Holy Spirit and the delivery of the academic lecture de Discurso Called the aperture; the annual novena to Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary La Naval for the celebration; Heritage and the Christmas Concert.
Rental Fee: PhP24, 000 (includes air conditioning, flowers, carpet, church coordinator, soloist, organist, and priest
Contact Information : 734-8908
But then, after looking at some photos, I realized I do not want a big church. I want an intimate wedding where walking on the isle will not be too long and my guests will not only look occupying quarter of the Church. I want a small but classy Church. As an alumni, we are entitled to a 4,000 discount. But I wanted to search for other churches still. So here are the Churches we went to:
SAN SEBASTIAN CHURCH (Quiapo, Manila)
Found amidst the busy streets of Quiapo, this unique structure stands out. Being Entirely made of steel, and flaunting Gothic architecture, the church will provide an interesting backdrop for your wedding. The warm, Intricate adornments inside the church, plus the elaborate stained glass windows, will make your wedding photos look like Renaissance paintings.
Since it can be warm inside the church, it is best to hold your wedding here When the weather is cool. December is the peak month. Advise your guests to come early to secure a slot in the first come-first served parking space nearby.
Rental Fee: PhP20, 000 (includes flowers, carpet, church coordinator, soloist, organist, and priest)
Contact Information : 734-8908
I loved this Church! It was so beautiful and different. On the size, it was perfect. But it was not us. This was my next option though!
CHAPEL PACO (PACO, MANILA)
Holding a small, intimate wedding? Then Paco Chapel, also known as St. Pancratius Chapel, church wedding will suit your needs. This small, dome-shaped chapel lies at the center of the elliptical Paco Park. The fountain in front of the church will add serenity to your wedding. The entourage's walk will start from the entrance of the park and will lead all the way to the altar. The simple interiors of the chapel make its adornments brighter.
Advise your guests to be early Because parking spaces are only outside the park. Ask them to prepare some change for the parking boys who will watch over the cars.
Rental Fee: PhP15, 000 (includes flower arrangements, red carpet and priest)
Contact Information: 525-7853 or 524-2022 loc 119
I liked the surroundings of the Church, with the garden and a fountain. But inside I feel that it is too plain? It is just covered with white walls and a super short isle. So yeah, not for me.
OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL Shrine (NEW MANILA, QUEZON CITY)
Mt. Carmel Shrine is centrally located in New Manila, Quezon City, making it Easily accessible for your wedding guests coming from the different parts of Metro Manila. Set apart from the congested and traffic-laden roads of the metropolis, it offers a very tranquil and solemn venue for your dream wedding. With one of the longest central aisle Amongst Metro Manila churches, not to mention a large altar dramatic and colorful stained glass windows all around, it certainly stands out as a favorite of couples for their dream wedding reception.
Rental Fee: PhP15, 000 (includes flower arrangements, red carpet and priest)
Contact Information: mtcarmelshrine@yahoo.com
Dale liked this Church Because They are devotees to the Lady of Mt. Carmel. But it was too big for me.
STO. DOMINGO CHURCH (QUEZON AVENUE, QUEZON CITY)
The design of the church depicts Baronial structure with Gothic Influence draws attention and reflects a distinct colonial past. The wake of the late senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.. is indeed one of the most significant events in Sto. Domingo are priority then instigated the historic People Power Revolution in 1986.
Rate: Php 13,500 (Inclusions: stipends for officiating priest, flowers, choir, carpet)
Contact Information: Tel.no. 743.7756 / 743.2124
I loved this Church again. And surroundings were also ideal for picture taking! But again, biiig.
So we went to numerous Churches and it was becoming a bore. Hahaha! Dale and then remembered this Church and we both loved it ...
ST JOHN BOSCO PARISH (MAKATI CITY)
St. John Bosco Don Bosco Parish Church or Church is located along Arnaiz St. formerly Pasay Road, at the corner of Amorsolo Street in Barangay San Lorenzo in Makati City. It is a popular wedding venue mainly Because of its architecture, if not for sentimentality Between the couple. The church's architecture, composed of geometric designs, strike the eye without taking away the impression of simplicity and elegance. The entrance alone is shaped like the arched edge of a leaf, marked by a cross and the pointed center. Inside, the ceiling is designed with white waffle-like lines crisscrossing each other as They radiate from cream-colored arches. At the center is a Gigantic dark golden star - are priority actually seems like three concentric stars, one on top of the other. The star is a magnificent backdrop for the altar, are priority over hangs a giant crucifix and they are backlit during weddings, dramatically makes a good background for pictorials.
Read more information about St. John Bosco here .
In the end, we booked St. John Bosco. :) It was a small, simple but elegant Church. It is the way we wanted the Church to be. It was a long journey to find the Church! But it was worth the wait. :)
Disclaimer: Photos and descriptions were copied from different sites, I do not own them.
Definitely worth the wait! It’s a very beautiful church. I completely understand the worry and pain one goes through while selecting a place for marriage. Even I had searched a lot for many wedding venues Chicago. We got confused in selecting one from so many good options. Even that becomes a difficult task sometimes when too many good options are available. But in the end, it was worth the wait, just like your wedding.
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