Wedding Party

Megan Zgunda

Maid of Honor

My cousin, my plus one to every family holiday, the one who knew how to make me laugh at everything and anything, but also hear my heart when I needed it. She has taught me so much about family, and how important it is. She exemplifies so well how to live life more free and simple, and has been my role model since I can remember. She was also the first one in my family to meet Payton hehe.

Frank Culpepper Jr.

Best Man

My Dad. Funny thing- he doesn't officially know he's my best man yet, and I hope he doesn't find out through the wedding website. Help me keep this a secret until I find a way to ask him. thanks. My dad has been the one person in my life I have always looked up to. The way he loves his wife and 3 sons, the way he seeks to learn something new everyday, the way he thinks he can fix or build anything. He taught me what it means to work hard, how earn the respect of others, and how to carry myself as a man. Thanks pops, love you Frank.

Claire Fitzwater

Bridesmaid

My first best friend, and the girl that lived only a few houses down growing up. The only time I'd get put in timeout was because of Claire haha, but that's because she was the sister I never had. Because of distance, we hardly see each other, but she's always put our friendship above that and I'm grateful for her continued love!

Jacob Phillips

Best Man

My boy since the 5th Grade. Between the two of us, we've built many forts in the woods, watched a lot of saints football, been to way too many YMCA workouts, threw a lot of baseballs, shot a lot of basketball, had plenty of big ideas that we thought would change the world and a lot of talks that have sharpened me in my faith like no other. I owe a lot to this guy. He has always been the one friend I could trust to steer me in the right direction, to encourage me with truth and remind me of my purpose. I'm grateful for such a brotherhood that would stand the test of time and distance. Love you brother.

Kendall Murr

Bridesmaid

Kenny!!! The girl from my hometown who ended up at Mississippi State with me to play volleyball. The Lord knew what He was doing before we did in that, and we've seen the greatest of memories and joy from our time in Starkville together.

Frank Culpepper Sr.

Grandfather of the Groom

Pawpaw Frank

Reagan Jones

Bridesmaid

The girl who is in every single one of my high school memories, and always showed an understanding of my heart at a greater level than anyone - supporting me to be myself in any situation. We did it all together, and I've always looked up to her constant pursuit to learn and live.

Patrick Culpepper

Groomsman

Big bro. smartest guy I know. We often joke that I was able to avoid a lot of mistakes as I watched Patrick get into trouble as a kid, but Patrick did a lot of things right as a kid. Growing up, I never saw Pat go along with the crowd. He was 100 percent true to himself and more importantly firm to what he believed and I never saw him stray from it. A lot of what I learned about relationships came from watching him. I contribute a lot of who I am to the big brother I have in this man.

Laura Rose Gray

Bridesmaid

My roooooommate! The first friend I had at Mississippi State. We shared our dorm room together, and I can whole-heartedly say I've never laughed and enjoyed simplistic moments more than with her. She showed me Jesus, and brought humor and patience into my days. This friendship was bigger than volleyball, and I'll forever be grateful of my move to starkville because I got to meet this one.

Landon Culpepper

Groomsman

lil bro

Maddison Penrod

Bridesmaid

My second friend at Mississippi State - this California beauty! I don't think her, Laura Rose, and I spent much time apart that first year. Her heart to see others feel loved always made hanging out with her so life-giving and cozy. She brings the most bubbly and energetic spirit into encounters and she has taught me a lot about enjoying moments.

Mike Penn Jr.

Groomsman

owns Penn's catfish

Julianne Sutton

Bridesmaid

My cousin Jules. Because of distance we don't see each other as much as I know we'd both hope, but growing up with her to look up to was influential to my youth. She loves and supports what looks to be so effortlessly because her heart is always ready to love. I love all our childhood memories and I cannot wait to have her stand up with me!

JP Burke

Groomsman

Just got a new dog.

Alleah Stamatis

Bridesmaid

A former MSU teammate and my roommate this past year! Our humor is so similar which gave our apartment such a fun place to live. She's been there with me every step of Payton and I's relationship and our Midwest upbringing was such a comfort to have around. I've been able to watch her step into her first year as a working woman, and I couldn't be more proud!

Coulter Pierce

Groomsman

flies simulators for the army or something

Avarie Powell

Bridesmaid

So many weekends growing up, Avarie and I spent our nights in the same hotel room for club volleyball. Those weekends hold a lot of weight in my heart because we went through all of the highs and lows of club sports together. We experienced a lot of firsts and traveled all over the country. She was a laugh or a hug when I needed it and it's very special for me to include her in this day.

Forrest Stout

Groomsman

Stout Builders

Lauryn Zgunda

Bridesmaid

One of my sister-in-laws! I've been so lucky to gain her as a sister and watch the love that her and my brother have exhibited for me growing up. She recently became a mother and I haven't been surprised one bit by the way she's embraced that with so much love!

Luke Beamer

Groomsman

BEAAAAMMER

Amanda Zgunda

Bridesmaid

My other sister-in-law! She and my brother started dating when I was in elementary school and she grew up across the street from us. She really is the older sister I never had, and she couldn't feel more like a Zgunda to me. She also recently became a mother, something I've always prayed to see happen for her and Garrett. Her support never wavers, and I'm so grateful for that.

Ben Smith

Groomsman

small guy

Rebecca Zgunda

Mother of the Bride

My sweet, selfless mother. She taught me everything I ever needed to know about selfless giving, and how to have a servant heart. I still don't know how she raised the four of us, but she did with a whole lot of grace and love. We've recently have become best friends and I've loved watching her become a Grandma!

Thomas Moore

Groomsman

nice hair

Grant Zgunda

Father of the Bride

My pops. He taught me everything I ever needed to know about chasing dreams, and how to always approach life like a student. I owe him greatly for teaching me to be resilient yet humble. Being an only daughter has allowed me to see his soft heart and how much love he stores up for his people. He really would do anything for me and I know that because of his actions. I love him so dearly!!

Ann Culpepper

Mother of the Groom