Our celebration is on!

Evan and Julia met after college while participating in the Capital Fellows Program in Washington, D.C. Both North Carolina natives and born-and-bred Tar Heels, it didn't take long before the two were naturally hitting it off as friends! The Fellows year provided no shortage of rich shared experiences, from serving at McLean Presbyterian Church and participating in graduate seminary classes to enjoying roundtables and retreats with other Fellows and getting to know the surrounding D.C. metro area. As these shared experiences continued, so too did Evan and Julia's friendship, and by late Spring of 2019, Evan didn't waste any time asking Julia on their first date in Old Town, Alexandria! The two stayed in D.C. after Fellows to begin their careers, and after a summer and fall filled with concerts, baseball games, good eats, runs to the monuments, outdoor adventures, weddings and family trips to the coast, both Evan and Julia knew their relationship had the makings of something special. For Evan, it was Julia's love for the Lord, adventurous spirit, delightful presence and heart for others (and the Tar Heels) that made him eager to take the next step in praying for the possibility of engagement. For Julia, it was Evan's mature and sincere heart for the Gospel, kindness toward others, thoughtful personality and zest for life that told her Evan was the one she wanted to spend her life with. Evan carefully planned each step during an exciting Spring 2020 to put together a surprise proposal weekend at Figure 8 Island, a place near and dear to Julia's heart. The couple began their engagement season with a sweet evening of festivities with family, and they're excited and grateful to celebrate their love with close friends and loved ones on November 20th! Praise God, from whom all blessings flow, for His faithfulness and goodness in bringing Evan and Julia together!