Beneath a rustic arch entwined with wisteria, their vows resonated like whispers amongst the blooms. Words of promise, laced with laughter and tears, spoke of dreams woven together, adventures hand-in-hand, and a love defying labels and prejudices. This wasn’t just a wedding; it was a testament to the enduring power of love. It was a […]
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Wedding Between Two Women Will Melt Your Heart
For generations, same-sex couples in the Philippines have faced significant hurdles in achieving legal recognition for their relationships. While marriage equality remains a dream, Open Table MCC offers a powerful alternative: a Holy Union ceremony, which is a wedding ceremony for LGBTQIA+ Couples. Open Table MCC recognizes that faith often plays a crucial role in […]
Love Conquers All: Inspiring Gay Wedding In Philippines
Two souls intertwined their destinies. Not in the traditional sense, but in a way that defied societal expectations and painted a vibrant portrait of love in all its glorious diversity. Theirs wasn’t just a wedding; it was a revolution. In a land where same-sex marriage remains a distant dream, Myrrh Lao and Koko Gonzales chose […]
They Found Love In Each Other: LGBT+ Wedding In Philippines
Open Table Metropolitan Community Church (MCC), a beacon of inclusivity for the LGBTQ+ community, is offering a unique and meaningful way for couples to celebrate their love – the Holy Union. More than just a ceremony, a Holy Union at Open Table MCC is a spiritual affirmation of love, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. […]
Lesbian Garden Wedding in Philippines Will Make You Believe In Love
In a clearing bathed in golden light, two brides stood, their white gowns flowing like moonlight against the vibrant flora. One, with eyes the color of the summer sky, held a bouquet of vibrant wildflowers, their vibrant hues mirroring the kaleidoscope of emotions dancing on their face. The other, framed by raven hair woven with […]
This Lesbian Wedding in the Philippines will Truly Inspire You
Under the warm embrace of the sun, two women exchanged vows, their love story etched in smiles and tears against the backdrop of a vibrant island paradise. This wasn’t just any wedding; it was a beacon of progress, a testament to the growing acceptance of LGBTQ+ love in the Philippines. The air thrummed with excitement […]
Our Very Own Nessa and Paola’s Wedding Will Surely Inspire You
In a world where people are persecuted because of their gender or sexual orientation, Nessa and Paola’s families came together to consecrate their relationship before God, and celebrate with so much pride and joy. The couple are regulars at Open Table Metropolitan Community Church, an LGBT+ affirming church community based in Metro Manila, Philippines, that […]
All Because Two People Fell In Love – Iea & Ia’s Wedding
It’s always inspiring to see two people fall in love, regardless of gender. That’s exactly what we witnessed during Iea and Ia’s wedding. In the Philippines, there is no law yet for marriage equality for same-sex or LGBT+ couples. However, there are LGBT+ affirming churches, such as Open Table Metropolitan Community Church, who officiates weddings […]
LGBT Couple In The Philippines Say Their Wedding Vows Despite The Pandemic
“When you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible.” When Harry Met Sally This LGBT+ Couple decided to have a same-sex wedding despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines. Luckily, Open Table MCC is one of the few […]
Not Even a Pandemic Could Stop This Lesbian Couple from Celebrating Their Heartwarming Wedding In The Philippines
“Love is like a friendship caught on fire.” Jeremy Taylor The COVID-19 pandemic did not stop this Lesbian Couple on celebrating their same-sex wedding ceremony here in the Philippines. Open Table MCC, one of the few Christian churches that conducts same-sex weddings (also known as Holy Unions), opened its doors for LGBT+ couples who want […]