Wedding Party
Terry
Officiant
Terry is Grace's Grandaddy. He has been there for all of her major milestones, and has encouraged her and Austen their entire relationship. He has imparted wisdom and taught them what it means to have a Christ-centered marriage. When they got engaged, there was no question who should be their officiant. Terry's favorite thing to do is spend time with his family! He loves to eat, and try new foods! He also loves to watch University of Illinois games, and talk to people about the Lord.
Adriane
Maid of Honor
Adriane has been Grace's best friend for the last 4 years! Grace met Adriane at Cracker Barrel where they were servers together. Adriane has been a great friend to Grace through the years, and has gotten to know Austen as well! Adriane enjoys reading, watching TV, shopping (which Grace loves to do with her), and her favorite musical artist is Joji. Her favorite song is "777" by Joji.
Caila
Bridesmaid
Caila is Austen's older sister. They are more than just siblings, they have been best friends from the start and have continued to be best friends. Grace actually met Caila before she met Austen as they had a class together in high school. While dating Austen, they have grown closer and love to do double dates together. Caila loves doing hair, crocheting, and making people laugh! Her favorite color is green.
Hannah
Bridesmaid
Hannah is Austen's younger sister. Austen and Hannah have been close the majority of their lives. They became siblings when Austen was 7 and Hannah was 6, and have grown up together. Grace and Hannah have also become friends over the years. Hannah enjoys cooking, baking, and loving on animals like her cat Stevie. Her favorite band is My Chemical Romance. Her favorite color is green. Her favorite story is Alice in Wonderland!
Madisen
Bridesmaid
Madisen is Austen's youngest sister. They have been together from the beginning which is a bond that can't be broken. Grace quickly bonded with Madisen over their love of Paris and coffee. Madisen enjoys watching TV, coloring, and listening to music. Her favorite artist is Rod Wave, and her favorite show is Grey's Anatomy (something Madisen and Grace also bonded over).
Ella Kate
Junior Bridesmaid
Ella is Grace's younger sister. Ella is the miniature version of Grace when it comes to personality! Ella has also grown to love Austen, and is very excited to have another big brother! Ella likes musicals, coloring, drawing, doing crafts, singing, dancing, and playing soccer.
Joe
Best Man
Joe is Austen's dad and best friend. Joe has been there for Austen through thick and thin his entire life. While Grace is Austen's #1 person, Joe is a very close second. Joe has welcomed Grace into his family with open arms, and they continue to grow close. Joe likes cars, football (specifically the Titans), trips to his hometown, and spending time with his family.
Shawn
Groomsman
Shaun is Austen's older brother. While they currently live in two different states, the two brothers have remained in daily contact and have continued to strengthen their bond. Shawn has shown Grace love from the moment he met her, and has always been a big supporter of Austen and Grace's relationship. Shawn likes martial arts, reading, gaming, and all different types of music!
Timothy
Groomsman
Timmy is Austen's youngest brother. They have always been close and love to play video games together. They became brothers when Timmy was only a year old. Grace met Timmy when he was just 12 years old. They clicked instantly and Timmy has always been a little brother to Grace. Timothy likes watching movies, running, and reading manga.
Cole
Groomsman
Cole is Grace's younger brother. They are built-in-best friends! They are very close and share a love of music, art, and watching dumb funny videos together. Cole and Austen have bonded over the years through their love of music and video games. Cole loves to play guitar, go to concerts, write new metal music, and photograph the ordinary as if it's extraordinary!
Evan
Groomsman
Evan and Austen have known each other for 8 years! He has been dating Austen's sister, Caila, for 6 years and they have grown to be good friends. Evan and Grace actually grew up together. They lived in the same neighborhood since they were 6, and rode the same school bus, and went to the same schools. Evan enjoys renovating homes, playing video games, the outdoors, and old country music. His favorite color is blue.
Ethan
Ring Bearer
Ethan is Grace's youngest brother. He has always been her little buddy ever since she held him in the hospital at 14 years old. Ethan also loves Austen and gets excited when he gets to see him. Ethan loves Pokemon, nerf wars, hunting with his dad, riding his bike, playing tennis, and doing crafts.
Kadence & Hunter
Flower Girls
Kadence and Hunter are Grace's little cousins. They are twins! Double the fun, double the flower girls! Grace loves them very much, and loves to play hide and seek with them behind the curtains and loves to get hugs from them! The girls dancing and singing, swinging, and dress up. They love their kittens. They like playing at the playground or beach, and helping mommy and daddy cook and clean.
Angela
Wedding Coordinator
Angela is Grace's aunt, but also her friend. They love talking about the bachelor and using hashtags. Angela has loved Austen ever since she met him, and they have their own personal inside jokes together. Angela even coined the wedding hashtag! #GandAforever ! Angela is the self proclaimed queen of self care. (spa days, massages, and getting her nails done are her favs) She loves watching anime and reading manga, collecting gemstones like opals and tourmaline and occasionally making jewelry, playing games on the switch, and hanging out with her boys.
Eowyn and Russell
Wedding DJs
Eowyn and Russell are Grace's Aunt and Uncle. Grace has always been very close with them. Grace and Eowyn are twins in their style and their love of music and graphic design. They both have welcomed Austen into the family with open arms. Eowyn loves to sing, lead worship, music, and geese. Russell loves to run, ruck, play music, and put things together. They both love to watch TV together and eat Virginia Kitchen!