Wedding Party

Emefa Arnaout

Maid of Honor

Dee (Yador) Cashaw

Matron of Honor

Ruth D. Innocent

Spiritual Covering (Mom)

Hi my name is Ruth D. Innocent a native Ethiopian raised in Arlington Virginia. Mother of a beautiful girl and one handsome boy still baking in the oven! Don't worry he'll be out before they say I do! I love God, people, food, and laughing. Here for a good time not a long time lol. I met Enny and D in Maryland through my husband, apostle Innocent Java as their pastor and we shortly became their spiritual covering and did life together. Literally lol, I'm a believer of how small changes make big transformations. Super excited to see them step into the new chapter of their lives. (And no you are not moving in with me). Love them both always n foreva.

Joyce Boateng

Bridesmaid

My name is Joyce Boateng and I'm located in British Colombia, Canada. It's such an honor to witness this season of life for my cousin, Enyonam! Enyonam and I grew up together and have spent countless summers together. I've had the privilege of watching her bloom into the person she is today and I can't say enough about how deserving she is of this blessing. I'm grateful to God for bringing Enyonam and Derrick together and I can't wait to witness how this union will honor God and His will for their life!

Justina McIntosh

Bridesmaid

I'm from Brooklyn, New York. The bride and groom are my spiritual siblings that I met at Kingdom Embassy Houston. My favorite thing to do is dance. My favorite scripture is 1 Peter 2:9 - Just a little reminder when you need it of who you are!

Jody-Ann McFarlane

Bridesmaid

My name is Jody Ann-McFarlane. I am originally Jamaican, born and raised, but now I live in Houston, Texas. I met this beautiful couple through my spiritual parents in Maryland, and since then, we've been inseparable. My favorite thing is a good self-care day; I enjoy taking care of myself and caring for others. The motto I live by is found in Isaiah 41:10 "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness."

Inara Vondee

Bridesmaid

My name is Inara. I'm from Ghana but live in London. I met Enyo at the airport years ago it was love at first sight! (beat that Derrick!) Since then we've been good friends and have made some great memories. My favorite thing to do is travel. I've never been to Texas so I'm super excited to see what it's like : )

Asal Kargarnovin

Bridesmaid

Hi everyone, my name is Asal Kargarnovin. I was born in Iran, raised in France, and now live in London. Enyo and I met years ago through a mutual friend and although we both have since moved on from that friendship, God had other plans for us. He knew how much we needed each other on every level imaginable. When I think of the purest level of friendship, womanhood, and grace, I think of Enyo. When life feels a little overwhelming, all it takes is a FaceTime call. We've laughed, cried, traveled and grown together and I couldn't be any more proud of the woman she has become (Derrick, you lucky fella!) I enjoy traveling and exploring new cultures as well as being a massive foodie! I can't wait to visit the states and meet all the beautiful souls gathered to celebrate this union.

Skylier Loper

Bridesmaid

My name is Skylier Loper. I am from Lake, Mississippi; (Eny and Derrick's nerve wrecker at times). I met this lovely couple serving the Lord and our amazing spiritual parents here in Texas at Kingdom Embassy and since then we have been thick as thorns. I enjoy cooking, singing, laughing, participating in activities that cause me to be physically active and most importantly helping other the best way I can. The bride and groom have been nothing short of a blessing to me, through the ups and downs, laughter and tears, I have watched these two stand in love together and can honestly say they complete each other. I am so elated that this day has finally come. 2 things that keep me going is that I am perfectly imperfect while being perfected by the perfectionist. I'm just a nobody, trying to tell everybody about somebody that can save anybody!

Kiarra Austin Jr (Kiki)

Bridesmaid

Blessings everyone, my name is Kiarra Austin Jr (Kiki for short). I am from Prince George's county Maryland. I met Ennie (what I call her lol), through my spiritual father in Maryland. We are both extreme weirdos and bonded by crying in a grocery store parking lot. Since then she knows I have her back and I know she has mine...literally lol. I know Derrick's turtle neck self through Ennie, and I guess I claim him lol (I love you Dee). I enjoy dancing, singing, children, and sleeping. My favorite thing to remind myself is that I'll never be perfect...but I'm always worth it.

Mark Collins

Groomsman

Derrick and I went to High school together and it wasn’t until senior year after I had met Jesus we became great friend! We had Jesus in common our friendship has grown over the years through great times, trying times, seasons of mistakes one thing has stood the test of time our faith in Jesus. I can’t imagine my life without my brother Derrick. I have 12 uncles and 7 aunts between my parents.

Lawrence M Jones

Groomsman

Derrick and Enyo are my brother and sister in spirit and in life; every since I met them when joining KE Houston they have been like true family and friends. Hilariously funny, and yet dedicated the life of CHRIST. Being Derrick and Myself are from Chicago, we have a unique connection, along with being a vet. I love the LORD and all my 9 children and 15 grandchildren, serving GOD, and helping others.

Malik

Groomsman

Hi my name is Malik. I met Derrick playing basketball when he was in the military. Since then our relationship has grown into a brotherhood. One interesting thing about me is a have a 1 year old daughter

Isaiah Thurmond

Groomsman

My name is Isaiah Thurmond. I met Derrick when I was bout 2 or 3 days old back and Chicago and we been close ever since. I'm the little blood brother, vegan truck driver and child of God

DeRaan V. Collins

Groomsman

I met both brother Derrick and sister Enyo serving at church. Being around them and seeing their love and passion for God, it’s easy to spot they are meant for one another. There’s not much interesting about me. I hate avocados.

Elorm Kudjo Yador

Groomsman

I've known Enyo her whole life as her favorite and only brother. I met Derrick through Enyo and the church. I am an avid traveler and adventurer and enjoy traveling to exotic places.

Daniel Vericain

Groomsman

I met derrick in enyo when I first came to Maryland at AIJ house for the first time. I actually stole the bed room 🙂 Something interesting about me is that Im the first black men you know that plays hockey and golf 🙂

Jason Acquaah

Groomsman

My name is Jason Acquaah, I met Enyo for the first time in Delaware and seen Derrick in Delaware one time looking mysterious in the back but we officially met at kingdom embassy md . My peoples fasho. I make music , I do videography , I play soccer, basketball table tennis etc , I’m an overall renaissance man

Justin Henderson

Groomsman

Name is Justin Henderson. I met Thurmond in the military, while we served in the Marine Corps. I have never met the Bride, but I have heard wonderful things about her. I am originally from Texas, I am married to my beautiful Wife and we have 3 kids together as well as 2 dogs. I served 9 years in the marine corps where I met the groom. I've now been out since march of 2023, I coach my kids 12U football team, and we own a home in Nevada. I'm also a barber and own a home residential business. Derrick is a big reason why I became a barber.

Noah & Isaiah Arnaout

Ring Bearer

Hi everyone! This is Noah (9) and Isaiah (10), Aunty Enyo's favorite (and only) nephews. We are excited to have another Uncle after this wedding and can't wait to bust a move. I (Noah) like to play outside, fishing, roller coasters and building forts. Some of my activities include soccer, Tae Kwon Do, and piano. I (Isaiah) like to read, study insects, and draw. My activities include gaming club, Tae Kwon Do, and drums. See you soon!