Priscilla Rebecca Pequeno and Justin Louis Molina exchanged vows at a double-ring ceremony June 25, at St.Leo the Great Catholic Church in San Antonio with Father Frank Macias officiating.
The bride is the daughter of Juan and Norma Pequeno and the groom is the son of George and Shirley Molina. Priscilla is the granddaughter of the late Cristobal and Juanita Pequeno and the late Andres and Maria Luisa Santoscoy. Justin is the grandson of the late Felix and Josefa Molina and the late Isabel A. and Josie Rodriguez.
Priscilla was escorted down the aisle by her parents. The bride wore a stunning elegant strapless crinkle chiffon gown with asymmetrical draping flowing into a chapel length train. The ivory strapless gown featured a tulle cape embellished with delicately beaded crystals. The waistline was accented with a Swarovski crystal beaded sash. A fingertip length veil featuring a crisscross design of dazzling Swarovski crystals accented head band completed her wedding day look.
She carried a naturally founded bouquet composed of deep blue hydrangea, butterfly roses, ivory wedding roses, delphinium and accented with fern. The bouquet was wrapped in ivory satin ribbon and held the groom’s maternal great-grandmother’s crystal blue rosary which carried out her something old tradition. She wore a diamond ring belonging to the groom’s maternal grandmother for her something borrowed. For something blue, she wore the traditional blue garter and her something new pearl earrings a gift from the groom. A keepsake satin lace adorned baptismal bible cover used at the groom’s baptism was carried as a handkerchief by the bride.
Matron of honor was Erica Prater the bride’s sister. Maid of honor was Sarah Pequeno also the bride’s sister. Bridesmaids were Adrianna Pequeno the bride’s sister-in law and Lauren Vasquez the groom’s cousin. The flower girl was Lila Prater the bride’s niece.
The bridesmaids wore cornflower blue crinkle chiffon street length dresses. Each bridesmaid selected a different style of her personal choice. They carried rounded bouquets composed of ivory sweetheart roses, hydrangea, and delphinium wrapped in ivory satin ribbon.
The flower girl wore a soft white short length crepe chiffon dress with spaghetti straps, a ruched bodice and empire waist. She carried a floral pomander composed of blue hydrangea secured with a soft white satin ribbon and wore a sweetheart rose headpiece to adorn her hair. Completing her attire she wore a pearl necklace and bracelet set a gift from the bride and groom.
The groom wore a black tuxedo with a blue vest, long blue tie, and silver cufflinks a gift from the bride inscribed with a personal message. He wore a boutonniere composed of an ivory wedding rose accented with blue delphinium.
The best men were Bryan Molina brother of the groom and Mark Baker childhood friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Rudy Fernandez a college friend of the groom, and Kevin Huplits college roommate of the groom. The ring bearer was Tyler Prater the bride’s nephew. He wore Lego cuff links a gift from the bride and groom.
The groomsmen and ring bearer all wore black tuxedos with a blue vest, and a blue bowtie. They each wore a boutonniere composed of an ivory wedding rose accented with baby’s breath.
The mother of the bride wore a street length navy dress with a lace overlay accented with a scalloped-hemline with matching shawl. She wore a wristlet corsage of ivory tea roses accented with baby’s breath.
The mother of the groom wore a tea length midnight blue chiffon dress. The dress featured an asymmetrical bodice with glittering hand beaded appliqued beads and shimmering sequins featuring fully beaded butterfly sleeves and a flared chiffon skirt. She also wore a wristlet corsage of ivory tea roses accented with baby’s breath.
The wedding party and guests were provided transportation to the church from the hotel in a limo bus.
Prenuptial music was provided by Carlos Rios on the piano and organ while guests were seated.
The selection of “Butterfly Waltz” by Brian Crain was played for the seating of the groom’s parents.
The wedding party entered to the selection of “Canon in D” by Johann Pachelbel.
The bride was escorted down the aisle by her parents to the traditional selection of “Bridal Chorus” by Wagner.
The bride and groom symbolized the unity of their love for each other by the lighting of their memory candle.
The Liturgy of the word and the Responsorial Psalm were read by Amanda Vasquez the groom’s aunt.
The wedding bible and rosary were presented for a special blessing by Ruby Ruth Rodriguez the groom’s aunt.
The beautifully lavished iridescent crystal and pearl lasso was presented to and draped on the couple by Victor and Amanda Vasquez the groom’s baptismal godparents. The lasso symbolized that the couple is now bound together in love.
The Arras consisting of 13 coins represent the groom’s intention to support the bride all the days of her life. The bride in return accepts them and pledges herself to the care of their home and earthly possessions. The presentation of the Arras was made to the couple by Juan Pequeno Jr. the bride’s brother and Samuel Prater the bride’s brother-in law.
Justin and Pricilla presented a bouquet of white roses to the Blessed Mother in gratitude of blessings bestowed upon them.
Flowers in the church at the alter consisted of five large white footed pedestal vases arranged with an array of summer flowers consisting of blue hydrangea, sunflowers, orange tiger lilies, delphinium and white wedding roses. Along the aisle of the church ivory satin bows accented with wedding roses adorned with crystals signified the wedding party pews.
After the introduction as Mr. and Mrs. Justin Molina for the first time, the bride and groom departed the church to “A Midnight Summer’s Dream” by Mendelssohn played on the church’s pipe organ.
As the bride and groom departed the church wedding guests rang crystal glass bells to salute the joy and the pledge of love for the couple.
The reception was held at the Sheraton Gunter hotel downtown San Antonio. In the foyer was a registering table draped with a silver sequin cloth which held a crystal vase with an arrangement of white hydrangea and a picture of the newlyweds. Alongside of the registering table was another silver sequin draped memory table adorned with white hydrangea arrangements displaying photos of the couple’s deceased grandparents and great-grandparents.
Guests enjoyed a musical cocktail hour in the glass enclosed Gunter Terrace overlooking the view of the city. All the guests enjoyed cocktails and wedding butler passed hors d’ oeuvres of stuffed shrimp with Poblano garlic cream cheese and mini beef wellington.
Upon the ringing of the dinner bell, the guests entered the Crystal Ballroom with all its grandeur of crystal chandeliers. The tables were decorated with ivory linens and held various floral arrangements of assorted sizes of blue hydrangea, ivory roses, delphinium, and baby’s breath. The arrangements were accented with crystal votive candles and hurricane candles which were placed on mirrors.
The newlyweds were seated at a table with a silver sequin cloth adorned with their memory candle and the bride’s bouquet.
After the guests were seated the hotel staff served a dinner consisting of Classic Cesar salad, Panko crusted chicken breast, roasted red pepper coulis with bacon wrapped asparagus, tri color potatoes and freshly baked Artisan rolls. Freshly brewed coffee and chilled Tazo black tea were also served.
The bride’s table was decorated with a silver sequin cloth, crystal votive candles and held a display of the bridesmaids’ bouquets. The bride’s cake was an elegant three layered white tiered cake decorated with a scrolled design and beading on each tier. The cake was chocolate with white butter cream frosting. A Mikasa bride and groom figurine was placed on the top tier. The cake was displayed on a large silver embossed footed pedestal.
The groom’s table was decorated with a silver sequin cloth and held his cake depicting his coaching with a display of a soccer ball, a football, and a baseball. The red velvet cake with white butter cream frosting was displayed on a silver embossed pedestal.
After the traditional cutting of the bride and groom first slice of cake, the hotel staff served cake to the guests. Then all guests participated in a champagne toast to the bride and groom.
Guests also enjoyed a cookie bar which included a variety of six different homemade cookies. Bags with a message from the bride and groom were provided for individual selections.
Music was provided by Vance from Toast Entertainment. Justin and Priscilla’s first dance was “Every Time I Close My Eyes” by Babyface arranged for Mariah Carey. Priscilla’s dance with her father was “Butterfly Kisses” by Bob Carlisle. Justin’s dance with his mother was “A Song for Mama” by Boyz 2 Men.
Continuing with tradition the bride tossed her bouquet. The groom threw a pass with miniature NFL football which included the bride’s blue garter.
The guests enjoyed a night of dancing and visiting.
The couple honeymooned in Negril at a Sandals Resort in Jamaica.
Justin and Priscilla will reside in their new home in San Antonio.
On the eve of the wedding, a rehearsal dinner was hosted by the groom’s parents at the Mahncke Room at the Sheraton Gunter Hotel. The meal consisted of a Classic Cesar Salad with homemade garlic croutons and grated parmesan, peppercorn crusted New York Strip, roasted broccolini, dauphinosie potatoes, and an assortment of freshly baked Artisan dinner rolls. The groom’s favorite pecan praline cheesecake with caramel was served for dessert. Freshly brewed coffee and mango ice tea were also served.
The bride and groom exchanged gifts and presented gifts of appreciation to their attendants.
