Alana & Benjamin
Wedding Party
Noah Kester
Best Man
You'll spot Noah looking pretty lanky and acting very goofy. Noah and I met at church, started playing music together, and the rest is history. We quickly bonded over long nights of many conversations where we both learned one thing...we never shut up! Noah and his parents, James and Rhonda Kester, opened up their house many nights to all of us friends, and some of the greatest memories of my life came from that. Noah works very hard as a salesmen for Colonial Plumbing and Heating (owned by James Kester). And, like me, is pursuing pastoral ministry! Noah is a great man, great friend, great musician, could challenge anyone in Black Ops 2 zombies, and has played a huge role in Alana and I's relationship.
Antinia Jeter
Maid of Honor
Antinia and I were neighbors freshman year of college and were in the same orientation group. We quickly became best friends. She was always the first one to call me out on doing something stupid and make me cry from laughter. When she became a residential assistant sophomore year, I knew I wanted to be on her hall to see how well she would lead the new students and to pick on her like we do best. We have lived together for 2 years now and have spent many hours growing our friendship over The Office, the stress of school, making fun of each other, and trying our hardest to point each other closer to Christ.
CD Brink
Groomsman
CD Brink could be considered the world's most easy going person. Want to go on an adventure? CD will tag along. Angry at how a person acted? CD will have no hard feelings. Think somebody has broken into the house so you wake CD up to go look? CD will politely decline the offer and go back to sleep. (This really happened). I met CD through Noah K. CD and Noah have been friends since before they can remember. So naturally when Noah and I became friends CD was a big part of that too. Like he does with anyone, CD welcomed me in and we immediately had hit It off. CD also works at Colonial Plumbing and Heating and is doing school through the company. CD is spends most of his time being way too good at basketball, grinding on the PS4, and discipling younger guys at his church.
Anna Lea Wrenn
Bridesmaid
Anna Lea and I also met freshman year when we were in the same orientation group and lived in the same building. She was my first friend in college! Anna Lea has always been there to make me laugh and keep me levelheaded. She is a hard worker and always has Godly wisdom to share when I need it, or even when I don't know I need it but she just knows. We lived together sophomore year and Antinia was our RA; we loved to bother her while she was just trying to mind her business and do her job. We have been inseparable since and call ourselves the A team.. cause you know we all have A names, pretty simple. I loved standing next to Anna Lea on her wedding day 2 years ago and I can't wait for her to do the same for me!
Noah Stone
Groomsman
I met Noah Stone in 9th grade of high school. We met in gym class, cracked a few jokes, and we've been balling since. Throughout our time in high school Noah and I would regurally record skits and videos and make goofy songs. Naturally, when I met Noah K and CD, he quickly got involved with them as well and we formed a nice little friend group. Noah is continuing in his passion for digital media, and he is pursing a degree in that field from Liberty University (Where we both attend.) Noah and I were roommates throughout all of our resident years at Liberty. We've spent a considerable amount of time together and have laughed and enjoyed all of It. Noah is guaranteed to say at least one stupid thing when you talk to him but he is one of the funniest and kind-hearted guys you'll every meet.
Rachel Brown
Bridesmaid
Rachel and I have been best friends since 1st grade. We grew up in the same church and I don't remember how we became friends, but I'm pretty sure it was from tickling each other during church one night. I mean, how else do you become friends when your 6 years old and don't worry, we pay a lot more attention in church now. Most of my favorite moments with Rachel have been sleepovers when we were young and church trips with the youth group. Even now, when we're 450 miles away, she has remained my best friend. Almost every childhood memory I have, Rachel was apart of that and I wouldn't have it any other way.
Joe Rowland
Groomsman
Joe is the younger of my two older brothers. By God's grace we have grown up together and shared an enormous amount of great memories. Joe loves the Washington Redskins, baked beans, his friends, family, and God. Joe and Kristin have been married for 3 years and they live in a beautiful little home in Dinwiddie with their dog Griffyn. Joe is a pastor at Smyrna Baptist Church, and him and my brother, josh, will be planting a church in Richmond, VA over the next couple fo years. On top of being a full-time pastor, Joe is also a seminary student at South Eastern Seminary where he is earning a master's of divinity. Joe enjoys spending his free time reading about most any topic (mostly theological), playing various sports, and spending time with his all his loved ones.
Abby Greenlee
Bridesmaid
Abby is my little sister and best friend. Growing up, I had 2 older brothers and always wanted a sister. Abby was born when I was 9 years old and we have had a blast since then. She always has energy and something funny to say. I have loved being her best friend and watching her grow up.
Josh Rowland
Groomsman
Josh is the oldest of the Rowland gang and has been paving the way for his siblings his whole life. Josh, Joe, Laura and I have spent many hour laughing till we cried and goofing off together. Josh is married to Stephanie and they have two kids, Penny (our flower girl) and Gideon. He has two jobs (full-time English teacher and part-time youth pastor) and is a student at South Eastern Seminary where he is earning a Master's of Divinity. Josh loves the Golden State Warriors, spending lots of time with family and friends, and trying out new local restaurants anywhere he goes. Josh, along with Joe, will be planting a church in Richmond, VA within the next two years. Alana and I have spent a huge amount of time with him and Stephanie and they will always be a large part of our relationship
Laura Rowland
Bridesmaid
Laura is Ben's younger sister and I cannot wait to be her sister in law. She always has something clever and sassy to say and constantly keeps me laughing. She is a great sister, friend, aunt, and daughter. Over the few years I have known Laura, I have loved watching her grow up, get her license, think about her future, and grow her relationship with Christ.
Penelope Rowland
Flower Girl
Penny is Ben's niece. I have stayed with Josh and Stephanie every time I come to visit Ben and have loved watching Penny grow up. She is the cutest, smartest two (almost three) year old you'll meet. She's an amazing big sister to Gideon. We're so excited to watch her grow up and become an amazing woman!