JOSH & ALEXANDRA
Wedding Party
Alyssa Adams
Matron of Honor
Alyssa is my stunning older sister who happens to also be one of my best friends! My seester loves Jesus, her ridiculously adorable family, pizza, fashion, and being the center of attention. Alyssa and I have a lot of great photos together, but for anyone who knows us, this photo of us as the tooth and the Tooth Fairy is the perfect depiction of our relationship.
Jacob Strange
Best Man
My brother Jacob is one of the closest people I've had in my life. No matter where we've been, he's always been there. He is one of the most genuine, passionate, and loyal people I know. His love for Jesus was one of the key reasons I came back to faith after years of rebellion and I'm eternally grateful to have him as a brother and a friend.
Katy Anderson
Bridesmaid
Sweet Katy officially became an Anderson this summer giving me a little sister, and she has been the perfect addition to our family! She is kind, fun, selfless, loves my baby brother so much, and loves Jesus much more!
Jared Strange
Groomsman
Jared is the baby brother of the "original 3" and runner up for best man. As assistant to the best man, his role in my life has also been huge. Jared has always been someone that is not afraid to say what he is thinking. He applies Proverbs 27:6 very well by saying what needs to be said but will quickly come along side of you in love. It has been so awesome to see his faithfulness, compassion, and wisdom grow as he has matured in Christ while also keeping intact his quick-witted humor.
Kristen Diaz
Bridesmaid
Kristen & I have been given the gift of being both cousins & best friends! It has been so fun growing up and walking through each stage of life together. Kristen is a loyal and generous friend who loves people so well. Thankful for 28 years of being loved by her!
Jonathon Strange
Groomsman
My cousin Jonathon has always been one of my favorite people since I've been a kid. With his humor and love for people he has the amazing ability to consistently be able to brighten up a room. Our shared love for music, film, and hockey has been the fuel for so many great, late night hangouts that I will forever cherish with him.
Emilye Clark
Bridesmaid
Emilye is my childhood & lifelong bestie! We spent our childhood playing with barbies for hours, traveling together on family vacations, and having way too much fun. Emilye loves dogs, adventures, and her people. I'm so glad that she is my people!
Jonathan Owens
Groomsman
When I first moved to Texas, one of the things that eased my mind was knowing that my cousin Rachel and her husband Jonathan would be down here. Jonathan was always so quick to include me in things which made me feel right at home. He is a kindhearted and caring friend that is such a joy to be around. So thankful for the great man that my cousin chose to marry!
Paige Pitstick
Bridesmaid
Paige rounds out the group of three girls who I have spent my entire life with. Kristen, Emilye, Paige, and Alexandra forever! My life is richer because of Paige and her joy, hilarious stories, love of fun, and her trust in the Lord.
Ubaldo Arriaga
Groomsman
I think this picture says it all. I've had the amazing privilege to be in community and live with Ubaldo. He is someone that I have never been afraid to go to about anything and is such an intrigal part to my growth the past couple years. He is full of joy (as his smile shows), discipline, love for others, and tons of unique, awesome mannerisms that I can say with confidence no one else has!
Olivia Calandro
Bridesmaid
Olivia and I became instant friends when we met in elementary school. She is so smart, beautiful, confident, joyful, and selfless. Plus she wins the Friend of the Year Award for coming all the way from Colombia for our engagement party!
Joshua Michaels
Groomsman
Joshua is another great friend I get to be in community with that has been a huge part of my growth the past couple years! He is someone that I'm able to go to with anything and he will always give an honest and well thought out response. If I had to dispose of a dead body, he's the one I would call first and not only because he's a lawyer!
Julianne Elson
Bridesmaid
Julianne is the kind of friend that everyone should have! Thankful for her kindness, love of fun, the years of stories that we share, and her perfect height for hugging!
Blake Anderson
Groomsman
One of the great things I get to look forward to upon getting married is the merging of families! I can tell already that Blake is going to be a fantastic brother-in-law. The way he has welcomed me and made it easy for me to feel like apart of the family shows his selfless and caring, Christ-like character!
Lauren Leinenbach
Bridesmaid
When I think of Lauren, I think of a shared love of Harry Potter & the Jonas Brothers, too many funny stories from high school, dancing, Joe T's, and knowing that I'm going to constantly be laughing when I'm with her. Can't wait for this Cali girl to make her way back to Texas!
Da'Christian Anderson
Groomsman
Here's another awesome person that I soon get to call my brother-in-law! I couldn't imagine what my experience meeting the family would be like without Da'Christian. His skeptical and outgoing but fun-loving nature brings an addition to every conversation that cannot be replaced.
Jessica Martinez
Bridesmaid
Oh Jessica Martinez! This girl has spent the past four years laughing with me, crying with me, and pointing me to Jesus. Jess is servant-hearted, an incredibly loyal friend, and such a great celebrator of people!
Tanner Smith
Groomsman
Since being with Alexandra, I've slowly gotten to meet all of her childhood friends. It did not take long for me to understand why she would be friends with Tanner. He's such a character and is the kind of guy that could make anything funny. I get excited everytime we plan to hang out with him and Allison!
Callie Johnson
Bridesmaid
How fun it has been to reunite with a jr. high youth ministry friend now as adults! Callie is my favorite foodie friend and travel buddy. She is wise, honest, and such an encouragement to me.
Jackson Strange
Groomsman
Man! What a blessing it has been to have such an awesome baby brother. I've seen this guy go from a baby to a grown little man with such a huge heart, colorful personality, and unbelievably hilarious sense of humor! At 10 years old, he is so mature that it's hard to not think you're talking to a grown adult. Can't wait to see what amazing things God has planned for him!
Erin Pipkin
Bridesmaid
My friendship with Erin Pipkin came about in such a fun way! Not many people can say that they met on a trip traveling the world for an entire summer. Thankful that our friendship has only grown since then including living together for almost 4 years. No one makes me laugh quite like Erin Pipkin, and I'm so thankful to be her Lea! Note: this is literally the only good photo of Erin & I together after 8 years of friendship.
Jordan Strange
Bridesmaid
How fun that getting married means I get to join a new family! And that so sweetly includes a new little sister in Jordan. It is quite possibly the most adorable thing to see how much Jordan adores Josh and how much Josh cares for his baby sister.
Elliot Adams
Flower Girl
Oh Elliot Grier. This girl is so full of personality and somehow all sass and sweetness. She loves all things pink and sparkly, all make-up, and putting on any kind of performance that gets her attention. I love getting to spoil her rotten as her Aunt Alex!
Foster Adams
Ring Bearer
My favorite boy ever. Foster Quinn made me an aunt, and it is one of the greatest joys of my life to be his Aunt Alex. He is smart, sweet, and silly, and I couldn't love him more. How fun that Josh also gets to become Uncle Josh on February 1!
Austin Adams
Officiant
Austin is the father to 2 beautiful children, Foster and Elliot, and the husband to a beautiful, amazing wife, Alyssa. He is a man who loves Jesus and his family and he displayed this very well by how he loved me into the family by making me feel so welcome and that he was very much on my side. Likewise, for Alexandra, he has treated her like his own little sister for the past 15 years. Alexandra has said that she has always pictured Austin doing her wedding. Because of his vibrant, fun personality and love for Jesus, he is the perfect candidate to make the ceremony Christ-centered, personal, and of course entertaining! Neither Alexandra or I could be more excited or honored to have him be the vessel that God uses to bring the two of us together as one.