Mission San Juan Bautista

Wedding Day

Our Wedding

Heliana & Henry

Heliana and Henry’s journey began in 2010, when their best friends started dating each other and invited them to a party. It was there they met and quickly became good friends. Though sparks flew instantly, life had other plans, and they went their separate ways, staying friends over the years.   As fate would have it, they reconnected just before the world changed with the arrival of the pandemic. What began as a rekindled friendship soon turned into something more, and through the uncertainty of COVID, they grew even closer. Their late-night conversations, shared laughter, and love for adventure made it clear that this was no ordinary connection.   In 2022, Henry proposed on “Twos-day,” February 22, 2022, a date filled with meaning—chosen because Heliana’s favorite number is 2, and the repeating sequence of 2-22-22 forms the Angel Number 22222, symbolizing balance, love, and new beginnings. Of course, Heliana said yes!   The past five years have been an incredible journey filled with unforgettable moments, their shared laughter, late-night conversations, love for adventure, and even their bond through their dogs—Heliana’s Yorkie-Poodle, Brody, and Henry’s Yorkie-Poodle, Petey—made it clear that this was no ordinary connection. The dogs quickly became best friends, just like their humans.  Their story, which spans over a decade, proves that sometimes the best things in life take time.   Henry and Heliana are so excited to begin this next chapter as husband and wife, ready for the adventure of a lifetime.

Our Story

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Q + A

For your convenience, a block of rooms has been reserved at Hacienda de Leal Hotel if youd like to stay close to us! ﻿We have a special link below which has a discounted rate. The discounted rate will be valid until September 1st. The cancellation policy with the discount is 30 days instead of 72 hours. Please click Website to book your stay.

Hacienda de Léal Hotel and Event Venue

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Estaremos organizando un bloque de hotel, nos hospedaremos en el Hotel Hacienda de Leal si desea hospedarse cerca de nosotros.   A continuación, le ofrecemos un enlace especial con una tarifa con descuento. La tarifa con descuento será válida hasta el 1 de Septiembre. La política de cancelación con el descuento es de 30 días en lugar de 72 horas. Haga clic en Website para reservar su estadía.

Travel/Hotel

CATHOLIC CEREMONY

2:30 PM 

The ceremony will begin promptly. Please give yourself plenty of time for parking.La ceremonia comenzará puntualmente. Por favor de tomar suficiente tiempo para estacionar.

COCKTAIL HOUR

3:30 PM 

Once the ceremony at the church is over, please make your way to Casa Maria for light bites and refreshments while the wedding party takes photos.   For those of you with Hotel de Leal accommodations, you may begin to check in at the hotel. (Please note that hotel check-in before 3:00 PM is available at no extra charge)   Una vez que finalice la ceremonia en la iglesia, diríjase a Casa María para disfrutar de botanas y refrigerios mientras el cortejo nupcial toma fotografías.   Para aquellos de ustedes con alojamiento en Hotel de Leal, podrán comenzar a registrarse directamente con el hotel. (Por favor de notar que el hotel si deja huespedes antes de las 3:00 PM)

RECEPTION

4:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Casa Maria

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AFTER PARTY

11:00 PM - 1:00 AM

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Following the reception, join us for a late-night after party at Hotel Hacienda de Leal's lobby where we'll keep the celebration going with dancing, drinks, and good company. Feel free to come as you are and let's make this night unforgettable! Después de la recepción, los invitamos para una fiesta nocturna en el lobby del Hotel Hacienda de Leal, donde continuaremos la celebración con baile, bebidas y buena compañía. ¡Siéntase libre de venir como están y hagamos que esta noche sea inolvidable!

Wedding Timeline

Registry

As we embark on our new journey together, your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift. If you'd like to contribute to our special day, a monetary gift would be greatly appreciated. We've also created a honeymoon fund to help us create unforgettable memories. Your contribution, in any amount, would be greatly appreciated. Find our fund at <a href="WithJoy.com/HelianaAndHenry" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WithJoy.com/HelianaAndHenry</a> We are also registered at <a href="https://www.target.com/gift-registry/gift-giver?registryId=9e7e9990-e005-11ef-b79f-b3731ecc14a5&amp;type=WEDDING" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Target</a> Click for links.

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