Maid of Honor
Ellie is the life of the party and my younger sister who is totally cooler than me. Ellie is a fiercely loyal friend who never fails to encourage you to be better. She loves the Lord with all her heart and radiates that joy in everything she does. From playing Barbies for hours on end to now making tiktoks and singing in the car, Ellie knows how to make everything fun. I am so thankful for a sister who is genuinely my best friend. I cannot imagine life without Ellie.
Best Man
A strong and resolute brother, loyal and courageous: Jonas was a natural choice for the man who would stand next to me in the wedding. He has grown so much, so much so that now he is taller than me. I’m sure he will surpass me in so many other ways, and I can’t wait to see what he accomplishes. Through any challenge, Jonas always remembers we are brothers, and I know that no matter what we are side by side for all our lives.
Maid of Honor
Erika is an old creative soul who feels deeply and loves intentionally. To be her sister is the biggest blessing. Growing up, I was always referred to as "Erika's little sister" and I couldn't be more proud of that title. Erika knows what she loves and she loves passionately. She has the talent of making even the smallest things so beautiful. When you are with Erika, you are intentionally seen and loved. Throughout my life, Erika has taught me so many things. She has always been my cheerleader, my confidant, and my built in best friend. I wouldn't be the person I am today without Erika.
Groomsman
Noah Sherman has been my close friend and confidant ever since we entered seminary together as seventeen-year-olds and became the youngest freshmen in our class. Together we grew into manhood, and always Noah has been an inspiration to holiness and the voice of reason for me.
Bridesmaid
Jayde and I became friends when she moved here in 2012. As homeschoolers, we spent many days together doing schoolwork, having photoshoots, planning our pinterest weddings, and so much more. Jayde has been such a steady friend throughout the years, even when we lived states apart. I was blessed to be with Jayde when she got married and now watch her become a mother to her two beautiful children. Jayde has always been a friend who loves easily, lives humbly, and is so fun to be around. Our friendship has stood the test of time and I am so blessed she came in to my life so many years ago.
Groomsman
Jacob Esker is a friend I could not have made if I had not been in seminary, and he is a big reason for why I am so grateful for that time of discernment, if only because it is a true joy to study, work, pray and laugh with him.
Bridesmaid
Colette is the friend I prayed for in college, and boy oh boy did the Lord deliver! As soon as we became friends, we became inseparable; running errands together, studying in the library late into the night, going on walks, and everything in between. We were blessed to live together during my senior year of college and it was the best time. Colette is so intentional in everything she does. She radiates joy and positivity to all around her and she laughs with ease. Colette calls me closer to the Lord and I could not imagine life without her.
Groomsman
It is hard for me to find a friend I have known as long as Matthew. Matthew is an example of a hard working and steadfast man, always there for fun or for support. I could not imagine a day as special as my wedding day without him there.
Bridesmaid
While Clare may be Alex's younger sister, we became friends before I knew they were related. We were in the same scholarship program at Marian, I was a senior and she was a freshman, I invited her to get coffee and we become friends just like that! We were bus buddies on the March for Life where we truly bonded and I am so lucky to have such a sweet friendship with Clare. We spend a lot of our time together in the kitchen where Clare teaches me to bake new things and we catch up on life. Clare has the sweetest soul and is so creative. I am so thankful I get to be friends with her for the rest of my life!!
Groomsman
Dominic is the middle child of the family, and as such has been somewhat of my rival in all things including how tall we would grow. He now has far surpassed me in height, and I’m sure he will surpass me in many more ways. I could never have imagined how much he would grow, and I couldn’t be more proud of him.
Junior Bridesmaid
Sarah Grace and I became fast friends! We bonded over our love of cats and Little House on the Prairie and our relationship has continued to grow since then. You can often find us playing board games, baking together, or doing our nails! Sarah Grace is Alex's youngest sister and she is a loyal friend, once you break her out of her shell. I am so excited to be her sister-in-law!
Junior Groomsman
I am Xavier's greatest bully, and I hope I am also his most loving brother. It has been a joy to grow up with him, passing down my Legos, books, and boardgames to his excited care. It also has been a joy seeing him grow up to the point where its not so easy to bully him anymore. I am lucky to have him as a brother.