The Woodlands Club

Wedding Day

Our Wedding

Welcome! We are so grateful that you’re here to celebrate this unforgettable chapter of our lives. By God’s grace, our paths crossed, our friendship grew, and our love became part of His perfect plan. Today, we joyfully prepare to begin a new journey together as husband and wife, trusting that Christ will always remain at the center of our marriage. This celebration is more than a wedding—it is a testimony of God’s faithfulness, love, and purpose. Having you with us makes this day even more meaningful, and we are truly thankful that you are part of our story. Thank you for your love, prayers, and support. We look forward to celebrating with you and creating beautiful memories together. With love and gratitude, Mercia &amp; Arnaldo

36 Woods Rd, Falmouth, ME 04105

Every love story is unique, and ours is a beautiful reminder that God works in His perfect time.Long before we knew what the future held, our paths crossed several times. I first noticed her at a bus stop while I was with a friend. Later, I saw her again through another friend who happened to be her classmate. We even crossed paths at school, yet we remained strangers, unaware that God was quietly preparing our hearts for something special.The first time I finally gathered the courage to speak to her was at work. Our conversation didn't begin the way I had imagined. She honestly told me that she wasn't interested in Africans. Though it was discouraging, I respected her honesty and trusted that if our paths were meant to come together, they would.Not long afterward, God gave us another opportunity. I invited her to a conference at my church, JARME. She accepted the invitation, and what seemed like a simple invitation became the beginning of something extraordinary. Through shared conversations, laughter, friendship, and our growing faith, we discovered that God had been writing our story all along.What began with chance encounters became a journey of love, trust, and God's unfailing grace. Today, we stand together, grateful for every step that brought us here. We believe our love is a testimony that God's plans are always greater than our own, and His timing is always perfect.With thankful hearts, we invite you to celebrate the beginning of our next chapter as we join our lives together in love and before God.

OUR LOVE STORY

Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken. Ecclesiastes 4:12 With grateful hearts, we give all glory to God for His faithfulness and grace. What began as a beautiful chapter in His perfect plan has led us to this sacred moment, where we will become husband and wife before Him. It is a true blessing to have you with us as we celebrate the covenant God has established between us. Your love, prayers, and presence are precious gifts that will make this day even more meaningful.

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We kindly invite our guests to wear nude, beige, or champagne attire to complement the elegance of our celebration.Thank you for helping us create a beautiful and harmonious atmosphere on our special day.

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Your Presence Is Our Greatest GiftHaving you celebrate our special day with us is already a blessing. If you would like to give us a gift, we kindly ask that you consider a cash gift to help us as we begin this beautiful new chapter together.Your love, support, and generosity mean so much to us. If you would like to bless us with a gift, please use the link below and follow the instructions to send your gift.Thank you for celebrating this special moment with us! We are so excited to celebrate our special day with you!Adults-Only CeremonyWe absolutely love children, but our wedding ceremony will be an adults-only event. We appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoy a relaxing evening celebrating with us.RSVPPlease note that your RSVP link is personalized and is intended only for the guest(s) listed on your invitation. We kindly ask that you do not share your RSVP link with others.Thank you for your understanding and for helping us make our day as smooth and special as possible. We can't wait to celebrate with you!

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR GUESTS

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