Wedding Party
Rev. Norbert Joseph, C.S.J.
Officiating Priest
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Benjamin & Amelia Nerecina
Parents of the Bride
Ben and Amelia have travelled halfway around the world from the Philippines to watch their only daughter get married. They are marriage encounters counselors and have supported their daughter Katrina throughout the years and are very excited to watch her finally get married through the Catholic Church.
Marco, Sr. & Guadalupe Sanchez
Parents of the Groom
Marco Sr. and Lupe are the parents of Marco Jr. and have done a tremendous job raising their 4 successful offspring. They are very excited to see their eldest boy get married through the Catholic Church.
Douglas & Maria Ninfa Panameno
Principal Sponsors
Douglas and Maria are Marco's younger sister and brother-in-law. They are high school sweethearts raising 2 kids of their own and are an admirable couple whom we are happy to have as one of our primary sponsors.
Leonardo & Shanna Sanchez
Principal Sponsors
Leo and Shanna are Marco's younger brother and sister-in-law. Leo has always been there for Marco and had his back as brothers should. Together, Leo and Shanna are raising a young boy living in NorCal as model citizens and deserving of one of our primary sponsors.
Robert & Malou Martin
Principal Sponsors
Robert and Malou are one of those couples everyone looks up to. They have raised 3 beautiful and successful daughters. We are honored to have them as one of our primary sponsors.
Robin & Loida Panganiban
Principal Sponsors
Rob and Loida are one of the most happy and pleasant couple you will ever meet. As such, we look up to them and are grateful for their friendship. It is an honor to have them as one of our primary sponsors.
Conchita Joaquin
Principal Sponsor
Conchita has been a very close friend to us and is a devout Catholic. She has been a mentor to us over the years and we are excited to have her as one of our primary sponsors.
Hilda B. Sanchez
Principal Sponsor
Betty is Marco's older sister and has one of the most beautiful hearts you will ever know. She is always there for anyone in need. She has done a terrific job as a mom raising 3 wonderful kids and she will make a wonderful "Madrina" to us.
Jocel Pelayo
Matron of Honor
Jocel is one of the Katrina's longtime adulthood friends. She and her husband, Joel, have raised 2 great kids and we are honored to have her as our Matron of Honor.
Gerardo Tarango
Best Man
Jerry has been one of Marco's best friends since childhood. They have been in countless amounts of trouble together over the years. It is with great pleasure to have Jerry as our Best Man.
Aileen Love
Bridesmaid
Aileen is one of 3 of Katrina's childhood friends who remains close to us to this date. Aileen has a beautiful soul and has always kept our spirits up. We are very excited that she will be one of her bridesmaids in our wedding.
Anthony Sanchez
Groomsman
Anthony is Marco's oldest child. He is a likeable young dude and we are honored to have him as one of our groomsmen.
Emerald Tracy Louchard
Bridesmaid
Tracy is the second of Katrina's childhood friends. Tracy is one of those women who truly understands that family comes first. She is always fun to be around and it is with great honor for her to be one of our bridesmaids.
Jeremy Juri
Groomsman
Jeremy is Katrina's oldest boy. Jeremy is one of the friendliest guys you will ever meet. He is always smiling and is on his way to making a name for himself. We are honored to have him as our groomsman.
Jenine Nerecina
Bridesmaid
Jenine is Katrina's oldest child and only daughter. Jenine has a beautiful personality and is on her way to making a name for herself in the fashion industry. It is a pleasure to have her as one of our bridesmaids.
Marco Lopez
Groomsman
Marco is the Groom's cousin and a former boxer and currently training his son to hopefully be a future champion. It is a privilege to have him as one of our groomsmen.
Rhea Bartoli
Bridesmaid
Rhea is the third but not least of Katrina's longtime childhood friends. She is a great mom, wife and a dedicated friend at all times. We are very honored to have her as one of our bridesmaids.
Miguel Saenz
Groomsman
Mike, who is Jerry's older brother and Marco's compadre, is one smart dude. A trustworthy and longtime friend, it is a pleasure to have him as one of our groomsmen.
Scott Anderson & Jacq Vasquez
Secondary Sponsors
To Clothe Us Together (Veil) Scott and Jacq are Katrina's uncle and aunt. Regardless of how far they are (as they live in Florida), they always make efforts to visit California to spend time with the family. Marco and Katrina are very thankful to them for travelling all the way to be part of their wedding.
Henry & Flo Tran
Secondary Sponsors
To Bind Us As One (Cord) Henry and Flo are first cousins of Katrina. They make it a point to attend family gatherings and they are always fun to hangout with. We are very honored that they will walk with us down the aisle.
Harry & Lizette Bagnas
Secondary Sponsors
To Light Our Path (Candles) Harry & Lizette are first cousins to Katrina. They are very fun to hangout with. Katrina looks up to Lizette as her older sister since she does not have any sister. We are very honored that they will be part of our entourage to walk with us down the aisle.
Emma Sanchez
Flower Girl
Emma is Marco's daughter. She just graduated high school and on her way to college. She is a young and shining star and a great addition to our entourage as the flower girl to shower our love with flowers.
Quintero Sanchez
Bible Bearer
Quin is the newest member to the Sanchez family and Marco's nephew. He still has his whole life ahead of him and we are pleased to have him Carry Our Symbol of Faith.
Ethan Santos
Ring Bearer
To Carry Our Symbol of Love Ethan is Katrina's youngest child. He specifically chose to be the ring bearer. He has established a harmonious relationship with Marco over the years. He recently graduated from college and will be starting his new career in August.
Benjamin Holden
Coin Bearer
To Carry Our Symbol of Treasure Benjamin is Katrina's only grandson. He occasionally visits Marco and Katrina especially during summer time. Marco taught him how to ride the bike and we like playing memory game with him.
Joel Pelayo
First Reading
Joel is the Matron of Honor's husband and has been a great friend to us over the years. He and his wife have raised 2 great boys with values and respect. We appreciate him coming up and present the First Reading at our ceremony.
Brandon Smith
Second Reading
Brandon is Marco's oldest nephew. He has served as an Usher of the Catholic Church for several years and is pursuing a future in aerospace. We are honored to have him come up and conduct the Second Reading at our ceremony.
Conchita Joaquin
Intercession
Conchita has been a very close friend to us and is a devout Catholic. She has been a mentor to us over the years and we are excited to have her as one of our primary sponsors and to conduct the Intercession reading.