Alvin & Cheri's Wedding

Located at the Pine Wind Garden, Torrance Civic Center, Torrance, CA :D
simple & intimate Japanese garden wedding, officiated by Ptr. Gary Shiohama.
Photos by Megan Stark.

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Our Story

Cheri and I go a long way back since 1997 where IRC (Internet Relay Chat) was one of the most popular past times people do. I started a channel called #christian. It was a small place where we talk about God, friendships and anything about life. Little did we know that this was the introduction to our story.

We first saw each other during a gig by my old band Red Sea Parting at Liberty Hall back in 1999. Out of all the songs that was played there was only one song that stood out (yeah, we messed up on the other songs..) it was the song "If You Believe". I certainly had no idea that this would be the song that would tell the story for the things to come. As I recall, when our band finished playing our stuff, we mingled with the audience, and of those was Cheri. We both spoke briefly and later asked her to hit the drums after finding out that she herself was a drummer. I could only remember saying "WOW!, have I chatted online with her? She rocks!" to my other friends. It was merely a friendly acquiantance.

I left for the US the following year and haven't heard from her since.

In 2002, during my vacation to Manila, I met her again.. and to my surprise, she has been going to my church(Christian Bible Church of the Philippines) and are very good friends with my buddies. I got to know her better and this is where our friendship started. We've continued chatting online since then and got to jam together during my 2nd visit to Manila in 2004, around this time we became the best of friends. It was also during this time that Cheri also had me read the book "Boy Meets Girl" by Joshua Harris as I just recently gone through some rough times of breakup. The book pointed out the Godly ways of handling relationships which was completely opposite on what I was doing. It did put me on the right direction and allowed God to use me in the area of true worship. We both continued our communication online and even as world's apart, it felt really close as we were always there for each other.

After another two years, 2006. Me and Cheri both decided to do a recording the songs that I wrote, and upon my arrival, we both knew deep inside that our paths are pointing to each other and how much we like and appreciate each other as a person, we didn't rush anything, I went back to the States and allowed God to reveal His plan.

We both had been praying for the special someone for God to provide for years.

I had believed, so did she.

Thanks for reading this, hope you'd be blessed by it and continue to put your trust in Him.


IF YOU BELIEVE

words and music by Alvin Ong

Look above the heavens and see for certain signs
We're searching for the answers and ask the question why
That's how it's came to be
It's so hard to see
If it's for you and me to be

Chorus
If you believe that it's you and me
Then our God will set us free
You and me are meant to be
If you believe that the stars would shine
Then together we'd be shinning bright
It takes for you and me to see
If you believe

Love involves decision, baby look into my eyes
Give God each and every moment, He'd be the one to lead your life
Don't be afraid
Just bow down and pray
We'd be together someday

Bridge:
Someday when we'll find in each others arms
I know we would never be apart

The Alvin Ong Project Supports Download For The Cure

Partnered with the most recognizable name in the fight against cancer, the American Cancer Society, Download For The Cure® offered an international music search to select a 15 song virtual compilation album. Music artists who applied had the opportunity to be heard by an industry panel hand selected for their different functions within the music industry. The panel consisted of representatives from major labels, managers, attorneys etc. High profile music industry names like Luke Wood, head of A & R Interscope Records, Andy Karp, head of A&R Atlantic Records, Nikki Hirsch, Director of Marketing Virgin Records, John Alagia, Hit Producer and even the VP of Marketing and Content for MySpace, Josh Brooks, leant their expertise and ears to this amazing program.

http://www.downloadforthecure.org

We got heard!!! :)

Acoustic Sessions with Alvin @ Cafe Barako

I apologize for the quality of this video, it seems like my brothers were having fun of moving the video camera too much : This was an open mic night at Cafe Barako at Rowland Heights, CA.

The Alvin Ong Project Targets US Radio Airplay

I got quick responses from 6 out of 7 US radio stations for possible radio airplay, they are the following: Air 1 Radio (Sacramento,CA) KSGN 89.7 (Redlands,CA) WaYfm (Grand Rapids, MI) Star 99.1FM (NY) 93.3 WAKW (Cincinnati, OH) Spirit 105.3 (Seattle, WA)

Currently, we are are being heard on the The Spirit Radio(http://www.thespiritradio.net) via Internet Radio.

The New EP "Surrender" Available Now!!!

At long last, "Surrender" the much awaited EP from The Alvin Ong Project is now available in both United States and in the Philippines. Grab a copy now!

The enchanced CD includes Love Song of Praise, I Will Call On Your Name & As You Blink, plus behind the scenes videos, pictures and printable music sheets.

The Alvin Ong Project Debuts On The Spirit Radio!

Hear our music on The Spirit Radio @ www.thespiritradio.net

Hanging On The Edge Radio Station

Interview by The Edge Radio host Jaedee


Interview by The Edge Radio host Jaedee Part 2


"Love Song Praise" (Acoustic)


"As You Blink"

Live At Perfect Rhythm

The Alvin Ong Project interviews with Perfect Rhythm host Jordan.



Perfect Rhythm is a 30-minute radio program for today's generation. It is a combination of inspiringly cool music and insightfully relevant discussions. The featured music is carefully selected and ranges from pop to rock, all with a positive message. Perfect Rhythm is the real alternative! Airing on: 702 DZAS Manila, IBA ZAMBALES, Internet Radio

Starting The New Year At Gospel Jam!

During my short stay in Manila, Philippines. We got invited to play at Gospel Jam - a weekly inspirational event were they feature and interview various artists, poets and celebrities. Here's a couple of clips from Gospel Jam 2007.

"Love Song Of Praise"


"I Will Call On Your Name"

The Making Of "Surrender"

Music plays a very important part in my life. God speaks and communicates to me through my own songs. God has placed that same desire in my heart to continue where I left of, He opened the doors for me to serve in the most intimate thing possible...Worship. God released me and the songs just poured out... The Alvin Ong Project exist to provide music that sparks a reaction of true worship, passion and intimacy for our Lord Jesus Christ, in a relevant and sincere way; uniting believers and showing Jesus to those who do not know His everlasting peace.

The Lord brought different people in my life to show me what it means to minister, what it means to lead worhip-just the transparency of self and coming forward in faith and knowing that the Lord is there. Be sure to watch Youtube video on behind the scenes look at the making of my EP "Surrender".