Holy Trinity Catholic Church

Wedding Day

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Our Wedding

On a warm Tuesday afternoon in Jacksonville, FL Jason saw the woman of his dreams (well what we thought at the moment) at the YMCA. As Jason was playing basketball with his friends he saw this huge curly afro with pink shorts and thought to himself, "who is that, I've never seen her before." Hours later he sees Celeste meeting up with her friend Rachel after their workout. Jason knew Rachel's husband Russell, so he took the opportunity to find out who she was. Russ was shocked because Celeste was the total opposite of the other girls he usually dates. Russ eventually tells Rachel &amp; Celeste and after seeing Jay, decides she too was interested.But alas... it took Jason almost 2 months to ask Celeste on a date. The final straw was broken when Russ yelled across the gym, "Yo Jay when are you going to ask her out!" Celeste, embarrassed, flushed bright red. Jay asked her out on a date that Saturday, and since then the two were inseparable. Jason taught Celeste to be calm and orderly, and Celeste taught Jason to be open and free! These two did so much together, Celeste's roommate Luna started to become jealous because he never saw her anymore. Luna said "well y'all will clearly be getting married, Let me start making my opening speech now"!Luna was onto something until these two faced a real problem. Jason was offered a great promotion in Dallas, TX, a thousand miles away. Distance did not stop these two, they were in a long distance relationship until Jason asked Celeste to move to Texas with him. She hesitated at first. The thought scared her because her strong-willed and independent personality conflicted with the idea of moving for a man. But deep down, she knew she couldn't live her life without those big brown eyes... So she packed up her stuff and they drive across country onto their new adventure. Living together was "educating" at first, but all the date nights, baking together, and pure love just brought these two together. Jason then began to realize he wanted to grow old, and share the rest of his life with this crazy woman, (what was he thinking). He bought a BEAUTIFUL rose gold diamond ring, and planned for weeks how he would ask the love of his life to marry him.On a December 5, 2015 he took Celeste to cookie decorating class (which she loved) and in the middle of the class, just as she was putting the final frosting touches on her rudolf cookie, he slipped out of class into the back kitchen. A few moments later he emerged from the back kitchen carrying a tray of cookies that read, "Will you marry me?" Celeste gasped as he dropped to one knee and asked Celeste to Marry him. She cried and screamed yes! Jason couldn't even get the ring out the cupcake with all his nerves, so the instructor had to jump in and help pluck it out of the frosting. From that moment forward these two have been writing a true love story. Join us as our story continues on May 20th, 2017.

How Opposites Attract

Parents of the Bride and Groom

Marie and Francis Spranza 

In honor of Francis Spranza the couple has decided to dedicate their special day, 5/20/2017 to him. Marie and Frank married on 5/20/1978Marie and Frank met in Chicago as teenagers at Loyola University Chicago. Quickly falling in love, these two knew they had many obstacles to overcome, but that did not stop then from getting married and creating a special family-settling in FL.

Elvira and Aquiles Gonzalez 

Aquiles and Elvira Gonzalez decided to change their lives for their future family, they decide to immigrate from the Dominican Republic to New Jersey. These two meet in Jersey for the first time through friends. It takes 2 months for Aquiles to finally take Elvira on a date, as she kept saying no, but he knew what he wanted and keep persisting. They fall in love and move to CT, buying their first home and settling to raise their two daughter in Waterbury, CT.

Our Story

Wedding Attire

Black Tie Optional

Him: If not a tuxedo, a dark suit and tie. A tuxedo isn't required, but the wedding is formal enough for one to be appropriate. Go with a dark suit if it's a nighttime wedding, regardless. Be snazzy, creative and fashionable. Her:A long dress, a really dressy suit, or something cocktail-length (but still formal). Glamorous makeup and dramatic jewelry and hair are appropriate.

Guide for Women

Guide for Men

Details

No matter how near or how far, these two are the yin and yang.  A woman of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., exemplifying the true traits of the sisterhood. Est. 2008

Cecily Pacheco 

They locked eyes in 1997, sparks flew, and it was magical.

Bobby Patel 

One smile turned into a lifetime of stories. Kindred spirits since 2014. 

Brittany Brinson 

33 years ago he fell out of the same woman I did. Who could ask more from a brother. We've been through a lot, and hopefully there are many more crazy moments to come.

John Spranza 

Sister of the Bride. A wonderful mother and teacher putting up with Celeste since 1990. 

Kisbetty Gonzalez 

Underground hip-hop, whiskey, beer, and golf expert, Tom is the only guy who enjoys hearing his stories more than we do. Another Gator on the roster.

Tom Wallace

I think I've lived with Ray more years than I have my own family. Since I've known him for over two decades that pretty much just makes us family at this point. He's also the only head sushi chef I know with an engineering degree.

Raymond Lee

Changing the world one choral note at a time. Slaying fabulously by Celeste's side since 2013. 

Eric Johnson

Pam has always been one of the guys, drinking, partying, and cursing... Everything you'd want in a friend. 20+ years of friendship, and we're still not sick of each other.

Pam Roganti

A role model, woman of class...a woman of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, IncTeaching Celeste patience since 2013. 

TaMeka Blackshear- Eichelberger

Math-nerd-actuary, father, Gator, and some kind of Asian... All around good dude. I think I met him playing ball one day in umm, like 2002?

Paul Ramirez

 Keeping Celeste in line since 2008, and teaching Celeste to stay quiet since Fall 2010-her line sister, a woman of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 

La'Keya Francis 

Another 20+ year friend who is the only person I know that can draw Simpsons characters more hilariously terrible than me. If I was Guyanese, I'm sure we'd be brothers.

Mervin Ramnaraine

A successful high school counselor and woman of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Riding shotgun since 2008. Events kept confidental...

Mindy Midy

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Travel

Skip the ticket lines at 4 of Dallas' most popular attractions with a CityPASS. Explore the city on your own schedule, visiting attractions in whatever order you like over 9 consecutive days. Combine 4 of the attractions listed below for a comprehensive exploration of the city.
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
 Explore 5 floors and 11 permanent exhibit halls of natural history and science. Immerse yourself with an inspiring living science lesson. Race against a virtual T. rex, do battle in a remote-control robot arena, or watch a thrilling documentary in the cutting-edge 3-D theater.
Reunion Tower Geo-Deck
 Take in panoramic views from atop of the Reunion Tower Geo-Deck. From 470 feet (143 m) up, enjoy bird's-eye views of lively Dallas during the day or at night. Try out high-definition zoom cameras, interactive touchscreens, and telescopes that let you see for miles in any direction.
Dallas Zoo
 Visit Texas' largest zoo, with over 106 acres (43 ha) to explore. Take a safari tour where you can feed giraffes and watch elephants and other animals interact in a natural savanna setting. Plus, meet the only koalas in Texas.
Sixth Floor Museum
 Learn about the life of President John F. Kennedy, his presidency, and his tragic death in Dallas. You have the opportunity to see historic television and radio broadcasts, films, photographs, and artifacts about his life and the aftermath of his assassination.
George W. Bush Presidential Library &amp; Museum
 Visit this state-of-the-art interactive museum that features unique insights into George W. Bush's presidential history.
Dallas Arboretum &amp; Botanical Garden
 Escape into an urban oasis that is located only minutes from downtown Dallas. See the manicured gardens, waterfalls, terraced walkways, and panoramic views over the parks.

Dallas CityPASS

Experience all the plummeting, free fall, and soaring sensations of skydiving without ever getting on a plane. This indoor skydiving experience puts you in a vertical wind tunnel, so you can float weightlessly in space for an unforgettable adrenaline rush in totally safe surroundings.
Arrive at iFLY and get geared up, stepping into your flight suit, strapping on your helmet, and adjusting your protective goggles to fit. An experienced and accredited instructor leads you in an introductory training session so you can get the most out of your adventure, and then it’s time to step into the flight chamber.
The instructor accompanies you inside so they can offer tips and pointers as you fly, and you’re lifted off your feet as the chamber fills with rushing wind. Hover above the ground, spin through the air, and feel the thrill before touching back down on solid ground, catching your breath, and doing it all over again.

Indoor Skydiving Experience

Lean into a unique tour of Dallas’ famous sights and landmarks as you hop onto a nimble Segway and zoom off into the city. With an experienced guide leading the way, explore historic plazas, photograph beautiful parks, and listen to colorful anecdotes about the area’s fascinating past.
Start in the middle of downtown, where you meet your trip leader and get a quick lesson on basic Segway operation. When you’re comfortable with the controls, tighten your helmet and zoom off toward the shady trees and wide-open lawns of Dealey Plaza, the site of President John F. Kennedy’s tragic assassination.
Roll quietly through the plaza, spend a moment of reflection at the nearby JFK Memorial, and gaze at the façade of the Sixth Floor Museum, where artifacts and exhibits chronicle the fateful events of November 22, 1963.
Move on to the site of the former Dallas County Courthouse. Built in 1892, this eclectic edifice is now known as the Old Red Museum, named after the red sandstone used in its castle-like towers. Examples of more modern architecture are just a glide away at Victory Park, where high-end shops, restaurants, and gleaming glass buildings surround the American Airlines Center, home to the Dallas Mavericks.
Head past the Convention Center and admire the spiraling façade of the chapel in Thanksgiving Park before wrapping up your tour at Pioneer Plaza. Adorned with life-size statues of stampeding cattle and driving ranchers, the park’s incredible installations pay tribute to Texas’ cowboy past.

Executive Segway Tour

Set beautifully on a large reflecting pond, the 5 concrete and glass pavilions of The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth house one of the finest collections of post–World War II art in the country.
Situated in Fort Worth’s Cultural District, The Modern’s 5 modular, 2-story pavilions appear to float on the water. Discover more than 3,000 significant works of modern and contemporary art from around the world. Artists featured include Anselm Kiefer, Robert Motherwell, Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, Gerhard Richter, Susan Rothenberg, Richard Serra, Andre Serrano, Cindy Sherman, and Andy Warhol.
The building, designed by Japanese architect Tadao Ando, is a masterpiece in itself. Take time to gaze into the reflecting pond as you enjoy lunch in Café Modern’s elliptical dining room or shop for gifts at The Modern Shop.

Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

Ascend to the top of the Reunion Tower to witness a 360-degree view of Dallas in the fresh and exciting GeO-Deck. Interface with touch kiosks to discover the city's many landmarks, and then peer out through a telescope to identify the urban landscape from a startling vantage point.
Ride an elevator to the top of the Reunion Tower GeO-Deck, an observation deck that combines a 360-degree view of Dallas using both indoor and outdoor viewing areas, in concert with interactive touchscreens, called the Halo, to help you identify every point of interest. Discover hidden gems, historic landmarks, museums, and even parks using the touch screens, and then walk around the outside to hunt through the city's visual spectacle with one of the telescopes.
Capture amazing photos of Dallas, and get your photo taken and customized to feature a background of your choice. It's the perfect way to commemorate your visit to Reunion Tower—marveling at the view and also expanding your conception of Dallas.

Reunion Tower Observation Deck Admission

Hear ye, hear ye. Make haste to the castle to indulge in a night of feasting, combat, and revelry. The knights and horses of Medieval Times are here to thrill you with acts of showmanship and bravery reminiscent of legends of old, while you dine on a 4-course meal worthy of a king's table.
The good King Don Carlos and his enchanting daughter, Princess Catalina, invite you to become part of their court for the evening. The pageantry of the knights is on full display as they thunder into the arena atop mighty steeds. Cheer as your knight engages in jousting and other manner of combat and the royal falconer thrills you with the feats of his magnificent birds of prey.
As the tale unfolds, you're presented with a banquet of savory fare to sate your appetite. Your meal includes select non-alcoholic beverages; or you may order from the full service bar before, during, and after the show. After dinner, be sure to browse the castle’s Hall of Arms to discover fascinating Medieval artifacts.
Sample Bill of Fare
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<li>Oven-roasted chicken, garlic bread, tomato bisque soup, spare rib, and a castle pastry</li>
<li>Hummus and warm pita bread, carrot and celery sticks, 3-bean stew with fire-roasted tomato and brown rice, and fresh fruit or Italian ice (based on availability)</li>
</ul>

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

Combine the historic site of John F. Kennedy's assassination with a foodie tour of Uptown Dallas. Relive the tragic day over 50 years after the fact with a local historian, before riding a sleek train to affluent Uptown Dallas for 3 separate restaurant tastings, plus dessert.
Meet your guide in historic West End, where you embark on a walking tour of the parade route John F. Kennedy was traveling on before he was assassinated. Take a moment to reflect the tragic event at the Memorial Plaza, before standing on the grassy knoll assassination site and seeing the &quot;X&quot; marking the point of contact. Look up at the schoolbook depository building where the sniper was perched.
Next, take a sleek light rail train to Uptown Dallas for a comprehensive food tour. Sit down to 3 separate tastings from local restaurants, plus dessert. Get introduced to the convenient walkability and the trendy and often casual eateries that make the neighborhood an exciting place to dine.

Celeste & Jason

Celeste & Jason

C&J

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