Marisol Uzquiano & David Collins
Our Story
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We had both been involved in ministry at Cielo Vista Church and active in the Solely His Singles Ministry for almost four years when we started courting. Although we respected each other and were friendly throughout that time; we can see now that God was at work in our lives individually preparing us for a relationship with each other...Guess you could say we were each working on our own spiritual degree, and graduated after four years of individual tutoring!
Early last year we started working mutually on some ministry-related projects and began to feel drawn toward each other. Once we started spending more time together, it didn't take long to see how perfectly we complemented each other. Our courtship just confirmed our fit as a couple!
Christmas Day we made it "official" - complete with an old fashioned, down-on-the-knee proposal (which almost didn't happen thanks to a torn ACL at the Turkey Bowl on Thanksgiving Day!) On April 2nd we'll complete the last chapter of our story as two individuals and begin our new story as Mr. and Mrs. We hope you can be there to share in our joy!
Our Wedding
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We will be married at Cielo Vista Church in El Paso, Texas, on April 2nd at 1:00 PM. The ceremony will be conducted by a good friend and one of our closest spiritual mentors; Pastor Mike Reidland. A cake reception will immediately follow.
Travel Arrangements
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The Marriott will offer a very special rate for our out-of-town guests. Contact David for details.
A Special Message From Us
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Thank you for being part of our life. Your presence is our real gift! But if you wish to bless us in other ways here are some things we would find very meaningful:
It would honor us to have you make a donation in our name to the Pregnancy Help Center and Fatherhood Help Services new building project. These ministries make a real difference in many lives here in the El Paso area and we really believe in the work they are doing. Copy and paste the following URL in your web browser - https://www.egivingsystems.org/13020 - then in the "Purpose of Gift" area, click on the arrow to reveal the drop down list and select "Building Fund". Finally, put "Collins Wedding" in the "Note" section.
We have also selected some items that would make our wedding and honeymoon trip even more special in our registry list here. Simply follow the instructions given for the idea that sparks your interest!
Finally, there is a gift registry for us at Bed Bath & Beyond at http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/regGiftRegistry.asp?wrn=%2D79367755& - this URL will take you directly to our listing.
With our love and blessings,
Marisol and David