Wedding Party
Brenna Willoughby
Maid of Honor
When Brenna and Eliana first met, they actually didn't like each other! Thankfully that didn't last long, and eventually they became best friends. They share many memories together from deep car conversations, dance performances, prom, graduation, and endless photoshoots!
Jacob Rakovalis
Best Man
Jacob was the first person Jared met when he moved to Michigan in 2011. They hit it off right from the get-go, and would play football and kickball in the backyard until the sun went down. Jacob has been Jared's best friend since, and he has helped mold him into the person he is today.
Abigail Solomon
Bridesmaid
Abby and Eliana met through dance, and performed in many shows together. They even attended a summer dance program where they roomed together for two weeks! They love having long chats at Panera, shopping for cute clothes, and exploring new coffee shops when they can!
Aaron Blackann
Groomsman
Aaron and Jared have been friends since elementary school, and have been serving in ministry together since they were 14. Because of Aaron, Jared grew a passion for volunteering, production, and music.
Abigail Deuby
Bridesmaid
Abby is Eliana's brothers fianceé, and she and Eliana were friends before the two started dating. They both serve in their youth ministry together and also serve on the worship team! They also love to bake, cook, and to watch movies and shows together!
Isaiah Gibbs
Groomsman
Isaiah and Jared were friends before Eliana came into the picture. Since they met at church, Isaiah has been like a little brother to Jared. Isaiah might be the best drummer Jared knows, and he loves when they get to play together. They love talking about fishing, cars, music, and Severence...
Ella Alvarado
Bridesmaid
Ella and Eliana's moms were best friends before Ella was even born! So of course Ella and Eliana have been best friends for their whole lives. Now they both teach dance, and share many memories together, like watching many cheesy movies, and making homemade cookie dough!
Zach Stout
Groomsman
Stout (I will never call him Zach) and Jared met at their youth group, where Stout was a new leader and Jared was an older student. Since then, they have shifted their friendship to a brotherhood. They served and lead the youth worship team together for many years, and founded, coach, and currently dominate on their mens softball team.
Natalie Gibbs
Bridesmaid
Natalie and Eliana are cousins, and have always been super close. They would always play together growing up, and had many special games and jokes. Now they share a love of makeup, music, Disney shows, and funny videos!
Connor Earles
Groomsman
Connor and Jared met through Jacob back in 2012 or so. Together they form what they call the 'OG Pack'. They have grown close over the years playing hockey, video games, and collaborating on YouTube videos together.
Grace Gunderson
Bridesmaid
Grace and Eliana grew up dancing together, and also graduated together! They have performed in many shows with each other, but their favorite performance was their special senior worship dance trio. Now they enjoy shopping, talking about their latest life adventures, and going out for lunch!
Douglas Doty
Groomsman
Dougie joined Aaron and Jared on the tech team a little later on, but they really became close during the COVID lockdown. They would hang in Doug's pool, hit the gym later at night, and devour a tub of cookie dough as soon as they left.
Jadyn Terry
Bridesmaid
Jadyn is Eliana's soon to be sister-in-law! Over the years they have become close, sharing a love for dance, makeup, coffee, and fun nails. They are always sharing their favorite dessert, snack, and makeup finds with each other!
Jacob Bayus
Groomsman
Jacob and Jared have known each other for years, but only really got close over the past few. They frequently go to the gym trying to put on muscle, eat some pancakes at IHOP, and kayak fish for animals that don't seem to exist.
Rebekah Arcilla
Bridesmaid
Bekah and Eliana met a few years ago at their young adults group. Now they serve together in youth ministry, and also on the worship team! They love to have events together, and are always planning Friendsgivings, Christmas parties, and even power point presentation parties!
Kyle Wentzel
Groomsman
Kyle has been the youth pastor Jared has served under for the many years, and are extremely close friends. Kyle has been one of the first people Jared looks to in times of need for advice, council, or just someone to talk to.
Taylor Bushnell
Bridesmaid
Taylor is Eliana's cousin and childhood partner-in-crime. Growing up, they spent nearly every summer day together with Eliana’s brother Isaiah. They would put on plays and shows, spend hours outside, imagine countless games, and laugh constantly! They have always been like sisters!
Ava Kinniebrew
Flower Maiden
Ava and Eliana are cousins. When they were younger, they would spend time with their Grandma and Ava's mom (Eliana's aunt), and they would go to the movies, Tim Hortons, trunk or treats, and Target. They love doing fun things together!
Chloe Becker
Flower Maiden
Chloe and Eliana are cousins. Eliana was one of Chloe's ballet teachers, and she gave her piano lessons for a little while! Growing up, they would jump on the trampoline, swim and draw. Now they love to talk, play family games together, and just hangout!
Lily Becker
Flower Maiden
Lily and Eliana are cousins. They dance at the same studio, and Eliana is sometimes Lily's teacher. They love to show each other dance tricks, and to talk about all things ballet! They also love playing family games together!
Oliver Becker
Ring Security
Oliver is Eliana's youngest cousin. Oliver loves to draw pictures and Eliana loves to see what he creates! They both share a love for animals (especially their dogs), and they love laughing together!