We began dating in September 2007, and we got engaged on January 3, 2009. Thank you for being part of our journey and for all of your love and support. We look forward to our wedding day and to celebrating with you!

The ceremony will take place at 3pm on Saturday, June 13, 2009 at Bread of Life Church, 2780 Lomita Blvd, Torrance, CA. Visit this site for directions to the church.

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The reception will take place at 5pm on Saturday, June 13, 2009 at Bateman Hall, 11331 Ernestine Ave, Lynwood, CA. Visit this site for directions from the church to the reception site.

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For our out of town guests, there is an option to reserve rooms at the Best Western Avita Suites at 3531 Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503. Rooms at a group rate are available for the nights of both Friday, June 12, and Saturday, June 13. Reservations are under the "Martinez/Gevas wedding," and call 310-540-5051.

You must make the reservation no later than May 12 to guarantee the group rate. Also, check out www.avitasuitestorrance.com for more information on the hotel.

If you would like to buy a gift from our wedding registry, we are registered at Macy's, and Bed, Bath & Beyond, and Replacements Limited (1-800-737-5223 ext. 2394, under "Ruth Martinez/Joe Gevas.") We also have a honeymoon registry at honeymoonwishes.com (use the "our registry" link at the top of this page.) And we would appreciate gift cards to Costco.