Wedding Party
David Santiago
Best Man
David is more than a brother to Christian; he is his best friend. For a friend sticks closer than a brother, and that scripture has never been more true in defining the relationship of the two brothers. David has poured into Christian in every season of life—teaching him, instructing him, and sharing his experiences in life, ministry, music, friendship, and faith.
Mackenzie Balmer
Matron of Honor
Mackenzie is Mallory's sister-in-law and has become a dear friend and example of Godliness, humility, and purity to her over the years. She shares the gospel by the way that she loves her life. Honor marks her life. Also makes Mal feel 100x funnier than she is.
Matthew Stuck
Groomsman
Not only has Matthew been a dear family friend of Christian since birth, but has been a wealth of knowledge and wisdom. As iron sharpens iron, Matthew and Christian have grown in their faith, ministry, liking of technology, and creativity. Matthew has been a safe friendship and continues to pour into Christian like a brother.
Akor Balmer
Bridesmaid
Akor is Mallory's little sister who loves all things fashion. Akor is Mal's go to for outfit input! Akor was Mal's answer to prayer of having a sister. Akor has a tender spirit and embodies meekness in every way. All who know her love her
Joshua Acevedo
Groomsman
Joshua is loyalty. Unwavering, steadfast, and true are the terms used to best describe the friendship between Joshua and Christian. Since birth, the life-long friends have grown in music, ministry, relationships, life, and in every way been nothing short of brothers to each other.
Samantha Macgregor
Bridesmaid
Samantha is Mallory's cousin (also a part of the group of four.) No one makes Mal laugh quite like Sam does. No one listen's like Sam does. She is one of a kind. Their friendship has only grown and Sam has only proven to be more and more faithful as the years have gone on
Jonathan Gilbert
Groomsman
An answer to prayer and the most sacrificial friend Christian could ever have. Since high-school, Jonathan and Christian have shared in their passion for music, worship, and creativity. Their joy is infectious, and anyone around them can’t help but smile. As Jonathan was to David in scripture, so has Jonathan been to Christian—in all ways selfless, loyal, and good. Their bond is inseparable.
Sawyer Maretzki
Bridesmaid
Sawyer is Mallory's cousin. They, as well as Samantha and Sydney grew up incredibly close and have stayed best friends their whole lives. Incredibly funny might I add. She is wise beyond her years and loves so well. She her love for the Lord is evident in the way that she lives. She is unashamed of of the gospel and boldly shares her convictions and testimony with those around her.
Greg Vinson
Groomsman
In 2019 Greg hired Christian as his sound assistant for the Liberty University Theater Department, and the two have become so much more than coworkers—from instructor to mentor, mentor to friend, and friend to brother. Their friendship, chemistry, and love for music ignites each other towards their dreams and goals. Greg’s wealth of knowledge in mixing, songwriting, and producing has been invaluable to Christian’s growth as an artist, engineer, and person.
Sydney De Leon
Bridesmaid
Sydney is one of Mallory's cousins as well. Everyone always wanted to be like Sydney as kids and that has only proven to be even more true. Syd always felt more like a big sister to Mal and continues to be an example for her. She encourages any chance she gets and would do anything for those she loves. Mal hopes to continue to grow in community with Sydney as she also becomes a wife.
James Nuckols
Groomsman
It was Christian’s first day in college when he met James for the first time, and James has been the most intentional friend since. Strength and love have never worked in such harmony than that of in James. His character precedes him in all places, and there is not a single thing he wouldn’t give up for his friends. Selfless, strong, and intentional are the terms best used to describe the friend that James has been to Christian.
Megan Knier
Bridesmaid
Megan is Mallory's former roommate and friend. Megan has displayed consistent support and encouragement through every season of life that they've been friends through. She has always been a safe place for Mallory. Calling her a faithful friend doesn't do justice. She would do ANYTHING for the people she loves. Not many people love as selflessly as Megan.
Sam Diaz
Groomsman
Humility, goodness, and sincerity have marked Sam’s life. Anyone around Sam can count on one thing—his heart. No one is more truthfully eager to be there for his friends than Sam. As roommates in college, Sam and Christian have walked through some of the hardest and best moments of their lives together—each supporting each other along the way. With their shared passion for music, worship, and production, they have created a truly inseparable bond.
Lucy Jackson
Bridesmaid
Lucy is Mallory's dear friend from Liberty University's School of Music. They bonded over their love for worship ministry and made the sweetest memories simply living life together in Lynchburg. No one lives out their love for Jesus quite like Lucy, spending one day with her will remind you of the grace of Jesus. Her tenderness is unmatched. She romanticizes the sweet and small moments in life and reminds everyone around her to do the same. True genuine support and love marks her friendships. Everyone, and I mean everyone, needs a Lucy.
Sanjay Jacob
Groomsman
Christian and Sanjay—two leaders that have grown alongside each other in age and wisdom. They have helped each other stay on track, on destiny, and continue to sharpen and love each other as that of brothers. Since high-school the two have inspired each other in music, worship, relationship, and all things regarding a Godly lifestyle. While in college, Sanjay has been there for Christian in ways no form can measure. The friends will forever be brothers as they press towards the destiny God has given them.
Alyssa Smith
Bridesmaid
Alyssa is Mallory's friend, roomie, and wingman; bestie if you will. You're guaranteed a faithful friend and fun time with Alyssa. Alyssa has always been a shoulder to cry on for Mal. She never fails to make mal laugh, and even more, point her back to Jesus. The two of them have grown a special bond in learning together what it means to walk in conviction as women of God.
Michael Averin
Groomsman
Michael is unwavering and truthful. His honesty is relieving and joyful to everyone around him and certainly to Christian. Since high-school the two have been unapologetically themselves. They encourage each other towards a lifestyle of godliness. They share in their passion for the piano, worship, and music alike, but they also share in passion for truth, living as a god-fearing man, and relationship with God. No matter where these two are, their bond is inseparable.
Katelyn Laremore
Bridesmaid
Katelyn is Mallory's friend and Alyssa's older sister. She has become a safe place and has never failed to encourage Mal in a moment of need. She is lights up any room she enters! She is unapologetically herself and has inspired Mal to do the same. Katelyn is eager to share the wisdom she has with the women around her. Mal is endlessly thankful for Katelyn.
Zane Balmer
Groomsman
In the hardest season of Christian’s life Zane opened the doors of his home and welcomed Christian in with the love of Christ. The two have bonded over ministry, family, and a life worthy of the call. More than an in-law, Zane has been a brother in Christ and friend. The gospel has marked Zane’s life and his heart is for the lost and hurting. With just the time that they have had together, the future relationship of these two is bright and full with laughter, counsel, and brotherhood.
Emily Santiago
Bridesmaid
Emily is Christian's older sister. She has become a sweet and supportive friend to Mal; the type of Sister-in-law Mal prayed for. She is an example of Godliness to everyone around her. She made Mal feel so welcome in her home, even in a time of grief. She has a quiet confidence that Mal aspires to have.
Adam Belcher
Groomsman
Adam is a beacon of hope and joy to Christian. In every way Adam has turned Christian’s eyes to the cross—causing every situation in Christian’s life to be seen for the better. Having met in college, the two not only share in their degree of study, passion for music, and love for worship, but share in their desire to see God’s hand move here on the earth. Christian can always count on Adam’s love for God and spiritual convictions. Truly he is an abundance of truth, wisdom, and love.
Serena Ruppert
Bridesmaid
Serena is Mallory's roommate and friend since first day of freshman year. She is your hype girl. No explanation needed. She has the kindest heart and is faithful to the very end. Her goal is to love her friends well. You can’t be around Serena and not feel beautiful. She encourages like no other. 10/10 friend.