Kristen & Ryan
Wedding Party
Faith Gump
Matron of Honor
Kristen met Faith in January of 2021 - her second week at church. Their first conversation lasted 40 minutes and she felt like she walked away with a best friend. She was right. Before Ryan, Kristen spent the majority of her time with the Gump family. They are an incredible blessing to her.
Summer Pfeninger
Best Woman
Summer is Ryan's sister. They have always been close, which is why he wanted Summer as his Best Woman. They have always talked about everything. Summer was a big help on the day Ryan proposed to Kristen. She even rode with Kristen to the final proposal spot so she wouldn't speed too much. Kristen did anyway....
Lauren White
Bridesmaid
Lauren and Kristen met in college and they became very close during their junior and senior years. Through graduation, moves, marriage, and a baby, the two continue to grow and foster an incredible friendship. She is a true gift to Kristen.
Parker Pfeninger
Groomsman
Parker is Ryan's 6 year old son. He is Ryan's favorite person ever so naturally he wanted Parker to share in the special day with him. Parker is very excited to be a groomsman and stand by his Daddy. It is also the first wedding in which he has a role.
Julie Trout
Bridesmaid
Kristen also met Julie in January of 2021 and they started their friendship by carpooling to Thursday church service and Tuesday church softball together. Julie was the biggest supporter of Ryan in the beginning and was instrumental in their first date happening.
Frank Trout
Groomsman
Frank is important to both Ryan and Kristen. Ryan has known Frank only a short time but knew he wanted him as a part of his day. They connected really quickly serving at church together on sound and worship. Frank is so kind and down to earth. He is easy to love.
Casey Zadinski
Bridesmaid
In the summer of 2017 Casey messaged Kristen on Facebook about the upcoming semester during which they shared a lot of classes. A friendship of such depth has grown from that first interaction. These two have walked through a lot together and are both better because of it.
Jaylyn Pfeninger
Groomswoman
Jaylyn is Ryan's youngest sister. She really loved Kristen right away. Jaylyn would do anything for anyone, she is truly selfless. Ryan looks up to that in her. When Parker was little Jaylyn would often go over and play for hours giving everyone else a little break.
Courtney Juricich
Bridesmaid
Courtney is Kristen’s eldest cousin on her mom’s side. They have shared a lot of life together, movie nights being the most treasured. Courtney got engaged 2 days before Kristen. So exciting!
Michelle Baker
Groomswoman
Ryan met Michelle at the Nazarene church in Jefferson when they were just kids. They spent summers with their families and friends going to Creation and many other church activities. Michelle has been a close friend and confidant for many years, so Ryan is thankful to have her stand beside him on his special day.
Holly Smallwood
Bridesmaid
Kristen met Holly shortly after attending Crosspoint Church in 2021. The two bonded right away. They refer to themselves as the twins because they have the same height, hair, and spunk. Many people have confused the two. It’s almost a compliment to be confused with Holly.
Katelyn Martin
Groomswoman
Katelyn is Ryan's younger cousin. Katelyn also knew Kristen before she and Ryan began dating. She's been overjoyed by their relationship and is thrilled to be apart of their day. As someone who loves them each very much, it's a gift to all three of them.
Courtney Zofcin
Bridesmaid
Courtney was Kristen’s first friend her freshman year at college. After some reluctance on Kristen’s part, they became roommates their junior year and it was the best decision ever. Courtney was the best roommate she had all four years. She is also the ultimate trip planner and work out buddy. There’s never a lack of fun when she’s around.
Sean Graham
Groomsman
Ryan and Sean went to school together as kids, but became friends their freshman year in high school. They too spent a lot time gaming together. Sean just had a baby this past year and getting to see him as a dad has been a very special thing for Ryan.
Sami Fairbanks
Bridesmaid
Kristen and Sami met at church for the first time Easter Sunday in 2021. They grew closer as Fall came and got to spend more time together. There is never a lack of deep conversation when these two hang out. Kristen also has a very sweet spot in her heart for Sami’s dog, Clyde.
Devin Black
Groomsman
Ryan hasn't known Devin all that long, but they have shared a lot of conversations. Devin was actually the first person Ryan talked to about Kristen. When Ryan wasn't even sure Kristen liked him, Devin was there to listen and encourage him. We are all grateful for that.
Josie Beiter
Junior Bridesmaid
Sweet Josie girl is Julie’s daughter. Kristen loves Josie like a little sister and knew she wanted her a part of her special day. Josie is spunky and thoughtful. She is one of the kindest kids Kristen knows, always thinking about others. Getting to watch her grow up is a special gift to Kristen.
Archer Gump
Junior Groomsman
Archer is Faith and Andrew's son. Kristen has known Archer since early in 2021 and Ryan met him when he started attending church at the Waynesburg campus. Ryan's son Parker loves playing with Archer. When Ryan was waiting on Kristen to arrive to propose, Archer continued to encourage Ryan with a sweet and simple "You got this." He did. (: