Together with their families
Ellar John and Shirlyn Grace
Our home will be a refuge of unconditional love
We invite you to share in our joy
as we are joined together in marriage and begin our life as husband and wife. Your presence is the greatest gift of all.
Counting down to
Our Wedding Day
A glimpse of us
Our Prenup
When & Where
- Date
- Friday, June 12, 2026
- Time
- 3:00 in the afternoonKindly arrive by 2:30 PM
- Ceremony
- Open Door Baptist ChurchAngeles City, Pampanga Get directions →
- Reception
- Best Western Plus Metro Clark | AngelesAngeles, Pampanga Get directions →
Dress Code
Formal attire
We kindly invite you to dress in our colour theme:
Shades of Gray
("Any Shades of Gray", "no white").
Ceremony
Reception
With us on our day
The Entourage
Parents of the Groom
- Lauro C. Mendoza
- Lisa U. Mendoza
Parents of the Bride
- Sherwin F. Monterey
- Mutya D. Monterey
Principal Sponsors
Ninong & Ninang
- Mr. Marlaw FetalveroMrs. Maria Christina U. Doppler
- Mr. Clint T. TipayMrs. Antonette M. Lasco
- Mr. Norman DilagMrs. Jemelee M. Magluyan
- Mr. Shiem F. MontereyMrs. Marilyn A. Abalos
- Mr. Jessie S. SendaydiegoMrs. Melissa E. Sendaydiego
- Ptr. Eduardo G. GonzalesMrs. Elvira B. David
- Ptr. Fernan S. TuazonMrs. Arlene G. Salayon
- Ptr. Joaquin M. Lagman Jr.Mrs. Maria Concepcion G. Regalado
- Ptr. Arnel Q. BautistaMrs. Michelle P. Luna
- Ptr. Renato L. SapnuMrs. Marie Grace Fernandez
- Mr. Edgardo D. ColocadoMrs. Rhoda Lyn Arcala
- Mr. Abel S. LacanlaleMrs. Rowena O. Fernandez
- Mr. Joel B. SulaMrs. Elisa Banghal
Maid of Honor & Best Man
- Reinalyn M. BaniagaMatron of Honor
- Diana Rose D. IsraelMaid of Honor
- Elfreym John G. MendozaBest Man
- Jeremiah A. GañaBest Man
Secondary Sponsors
Candle
- Gerald Artem D. Monterey
- Lexinne Leigh M. Gamilla
Cord
- Dominic Shane D. Monterey
- Shiela Marie C. Nuez
Veil
- Eleazer John G. Mendoza
- Kristelle Joy V. Castillano
Bridesmaids & Groomsmen
- Jan Chenille B. BarceJohn Mark B. Bautista
- Marro M. Saplala
- Nestor M. Flores Jr.Larizza M. Gamilla
- Jenard C. GamillaJelaizza M. Gamilla
- Elbert John G. Mendoza
Flower Girls
- Jeym Aerielle L. Dilag
- Eliana Maeve G. Mendoza
- Zyra Micaela A. Ramos
Bearers
- Luke Aiden M. GamillaBible Bearer
- Franco D. CrisostomoRing Bearer
- Asher Jacinth G. GañaCoin Bearer
Everything you need to know
Frequently Asked Questions
As much as we would love to accommodate all our friends and family, we have a limited number of guests. Please understand that this event is strictly by invitation only. Guests not found on the guest list provided will not be allowed to enter.
The favor of a reply is required on or before June 6, 2026.
As much as we would love to accommodate all our friends and family, we have a limited number of guests.
Please understand that this event is strictly by invitation only. Kindly check our invitation to know the number of seats allotted for you. Guests not found on the guestlist provided will not be allowed to enter.
Yes, there is parking available for everyone at the venue. However, please take note that it is first come, first served basis, so you might not want to be late.
We would love to have you at our wedding, but we understand that there are circumstances beyond our control. However, please let us know as soon as possible so we can reallocate your seat/s.
- Please check with us first. Unfortunately, we have a strict guest list.
- Kindly inform us if your schedule clears up, so we can try to accommodate you.
- If seats become available, we will let you know as soon as possible.
- Please do not attend unannounced, as we may not have any available seats for you.
Please don't. It took us a lot of effort and discussion to finish the seating arrangement, which is planned for everyone's convenience and preference, but there is no need to worry! You'll surely be seated with your friends or people that you have the same interest with.
Our coordinators will gladly assist you in finding your designated seat after registration. Feel free to ask them for assistance and they will gladly help you.
This event took us months to plan, and we want to celebrate it with the people that are very dear to our hearts. We want you to have fun! Celebrate with us until the end of the program!
We request everyone to keep the ceremony camera-free. While our I Do's are unplugged, our reception is not and definitely as a couple who loves pictures, you'll get tons of options to take your pictures. We prepared for this event wholeheartedly.
Please use our official hashtag: #JohnMetHisShir | #JohnKalangShir | #ShirlynNotMistakenMetHisJohn | #EllarFoundGrace
- Pray with us for favorable weather and the continuous blessings of our Lord as we enter this new chapter of our lives as husband and wife.
- RSVP as soon as your schedule is cleared.
- Dress appropriately and follow our wedding motif.
- Be on time.
- Follow the seating arrangement in the reception.
- Stay until the end of the program.
- Join the activities and enjoy!
Yes, please. We will be needing your formal RSVP to consolidate guest details and finalize the headcount for catering and seating purposes.
We love children but we cannot accommodate them at the venue. This is an "adult only" event.
We hope you understand.
A token of love
Monetary Gifts
Your presence is our greatest gift. But if you wish to bless us further, you may send through the following:
Kindly respond
Will you celebrate with us?
Let us know if you can join us.
Please reply on or before [ RSVP-by June 6, 2026 ]
Thank you
Your response has been recorded. We can't wait to celebrate with you.