We Are Getting Married — Again!

Jovito & Nancy

Golden Wedding Celebration

Fifty Years of God’s Faithfulness

January 3, 2026
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A Golden Celebration of God's Faithfulness

Fifty years ago, in the Philippines, Jovito and Nancy Arat stood before God, their families, and their community to enter into the sacred covenant of marriage. With hearts full of faith and hope, they committed their lives to one another, trusting God to lead them through every season of their journey.

Through five decades of marriage, the Lord has been their foundation—guiding them through joys and trials, strengthening their bond, and blessing their family. From the Philippines to their life today in the United States, God's grace has remained constant, proving that a marriage built on faith can endure time, distance, and change.

This celebration honors not only 50 years of love, but 50 years of walking hand in hand with the Lord—serving Him, loving one another, and leaving a legacy of faith for generations to come. To God be the glory—for the past 50 years, and for all the years ahead.

“What God has joined together, let no one separate.” — Mark 10:9

Happily Ever After

The Couple

Jovito Arat

Jovito Arat

Groom
Nancy Arat

Nancy Arat

Bride
Better to have loved and lost, than to have never loved.Robert Patterson
Good To Know

Event Attractions

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Accommodation

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Documentation

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What to Wear

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Celebration

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Parking Area

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Food & Drinks

The Big Day

Wedding Photos

Photography by George Cipriano

Watch

Videos

Wedding Video by George Cipriano

Couple Interview

Old Family Photos Made Alive with AI

We'd Love To See You

When & Where

The Ceremony

  • January 3, 2026
  • 10 AM
  • Venida Resort
  • Buru-un, Iligan

The Reception

  • Same as the ceremony venue

The Party

  • Resort amenities can be enjoyed after