For North Carolina-based lovebirds Dr. Joseph Emmanuel Banno and Dr. Jim Jaralene Porquez, the perfect moment arrived to finally come together and walk down the aisle to seal their forever.
The couple’s dream wedding took place at Santa Maria Parish Church in Cosmo Iloilo, officiated by His Eminence Jose Fuerte Cardinal Advincula and Rev. Fr. Antonio Fuerte Arinquin.
The stunning bride wore a gorgeous Adrian Pe wedding gown, while the entourage looked elegant in black-themed ensembles.
The dashing groom was every bit the gentleman in a Francis Libiran Barong Tagalog.
A highlight of the religious ceremony was having the couple’s family, friends, and well-wishers present to witness their union.
Reflecting on their special day, the newlyweds shared, “The solemnity of our wedding filled us with overwhelming joy and gratitude—to God, our officiating priests, families, friends, principal sponsors, and our entourage. We are now living a love story meant to last a lifetime.”
A grand reception followed at the posh Iloilo City Convention Center—but darlings, that’s a story for my next column!
