Aly and I are in awe of making a lifelong commitment to each other. Sometimes we exclaim, "How did this happen!" From meeting to our bonding friendship and romantic pursuit, the Lord has led us deeper into His heart for us. We are anticipating marriage and the beginning of a new season in our lives, and we would like to share our story with you. We met almost three years ago at a 24-hour worship and prayer session. We both were experiencing significant life transition leading toward full-time ministry at Global Refuge. Little did we know our lives were aligning. Eventually, we began working together in the ministry. We became a team, sorting through issues, brainstorming, dreaming of Kingdom impact, and growing relationally. The funny thing is that we did not get along. However, the conflict made our relationship stronger, more vibrant, and more secure. We were pioneering together, but it was more than that: we were becoming friends. Friends who trust each other, enjoy each other and laugh together. I was the first to catch feelings, and I did not know what to do as I was sure she would reject me. After a few months of suppression, I began to suspect that Aly might be catching feelings also. One night, after a Jacob Collier concert, I drove her home and broke through the silence with, "What if we went out?" Aly heard me out, but wisely and excitedly articulated we should think and pray about it. For the next two weeks, she was in England. When she returned, we talked and decided to move forward in a romantic relationship. Our first date transpired soon after, and it has been a wonderful journey. After a year of dating, I got down on one knee and asked Aly to marry me. It was a nerve-wracking, magical, and surreal moment. Before I popped the question, she arrived at her house from an outing with her friends to me standing, smiling on her front porch with a rose in my hand. I invited her into the intimacy of her living room where candles, flowers, and our favorite song awaited her. We danced together, soaking up the moment. It was the best moment of our lives up to that point. Our primary value is open, honest conversation with each other, and to be honest with you, our story has not been all butterflies and rainbows. We have had our share of challenges. Some said our age gap was too wide and our personalities too opposite. Through it all, we have sought to depend on the voice of the Holy Spirit and the people who love us the most. We believe we can get through the challenges, and at the end of the day, we will always love and be present to each other. As we pursue a covenant, we want to invite you to be a part of our story and celebrate with us. We cannot wait to see you there!