Wedding Party
Jackson Harris
Groom
Jackson liked Lacey from the moment he first saw her at church, then after discovering how weird she could be, he stuck around. Jackson loves music, classic literature and exploring old abandoned buildings. He is most excited about getting to live together in their own house after getting married.
Lacey Boozer
Bride
Lacey started trying to woo Jackson after she heard him debate someone at their small group. She insisted that her bible study group meet at Java Bistro (where Jackson worked) and the rest is history. Lacey loves science, especially nature. She recently graduated from Anderson University with a degree in biology where she was a successful track athlete. She is most excited about the new adventures that she and Jackson will be able to go on as a married couple.
Garrett Harris
Best Man
Garrett is Jackson's only brother and the two of them grew up exploring, wrestling, and basically everything else you do growing up, together. Garrett loves playing disc golf with his family, reading and killing insects. Garrett has a wicked sense of humor and never fails to make everyone laugh.
Judy Benner
Maid of Honor
Judy has known Lacey since she was born, she is a fellow member of Holly Ridge since birth alongside Lacey. She and Lacey became very close through middle and high school and they have been described as telepathic due to their ability to communicate with a mere glance. Judy is a cheerleader, literally and metaphorically and carries that to all other aspects of life. Judy loves to dance and if no one is on the dance floor, you can assume that Judy has left the event.
David Mansfield
Groomsman
David and Jackson grew up together, going to church and school. They share a love of music and philosophical conversations. David also loves the woods and he and Jackson have spent hours walking in the woods, hunting squirrels and talking. David has been an incredible edifying force in Jackson’s life and has also been a great support of Jackson and Lacey’s relationship.
Briana Quartararo
Bridesmaid
Bri met Lacey on the track at Anderson. She and Lacey became close through their time training together where they pushed each other to several personal bests. Bri is bubbly and often the life of any gathering she is a part of. Lacey considers Bri to be the big sister she never had. Bri cares immensely for those closest to her and Lacey is proud to have her in the wedding party.
Matthias Swartzendruber
Groomsman
Matthias is Jackson’s oldest friend, they met at the YMCA as children. They started going to church together and did many school activities together. Matthias has a love for serving and music that he and Jackson share and they both love playing music and cracking jokes. Matthias was among the first of Jackson’s friends to meet Lacey after they started dating and it only made sense to both of them that he be a groomsman.
Julianna (Fox) Bell
Bridesmaid
Julianna has known Lacey since they were six years old. She and Lacey quickly became friends. They bonded over a love of stories, reading and comic books. They also love to argue. Jules and Lacey are going through the wedding season together with Jules getting married in June and they’re both excited to support each other through the process!
Jeremy Jones
Groomsman
Jeremy and Jackson met in high school! Jeremy quickly became part of the group and still hosts Jackson and his friends as often as possible. He loves to host, Jackson and Lacey’s second “date” was to a Friday night gathering at Jeremy’s home! He loves cooking, video games and movies. Jeremy is thrilled to be able to support Jackson and Lacey on their big day.
Joeli Saul
Bridesmaid
Joeli was the first friend Lacey made on the track team. She quickly earned the title of coach Joeli. Joeli was someone that Lacey looked to for advice countless times in college. Joeli is an excellent nurse, loves to travel and loves a good party. Lacey loves Joeli’s sense of humor and her down to earth nature.
Luke Gerrity
Groomsman
Luke became friends with Jackson for years after working with him at Java Bistro. They have become great friends. Luke was integral in getting Jackson into church where he met Lacey. Luke and Lacey have known each other since they were kids. Luke is passionate and loves to argue. He is studying Christian studies and loves to try new things, such as getting pepper sprayed by one of his best friends.
Avery Armstrong
Bridesmaid
Avery and Lacey connected via their boyfriends at the time being friends. Despite the short time that they have known each other, Avery has become one of Lacey's closest friends. Avery is sweet and her sense of humor, and caring personality as well as her love of new experiences fits right in with Lacey and Jackson! She and Lacey love to get sweet treats together and competing with the boys (especially at minigolf).
Rev. Josh Culbertson
Officiant
Pastor Josh has baptized both Jackson and Lacey. He leads the small group that they got to know each other at and has given many nuggets of advice throughout the dating and engagement process. Josh loves a good joke and he loves a biblically sound wedding ceremony even more. His passions include following in the footsteps of Christ, leading Holly Ridge Baptist Church and eating fried chicken.