Dearest friends and family, It is with deep regret and sadness that we have cancelled both our ceremony and reception. Through much prayer, we've discerned God telling us to focus more on our surrounding community rather than spending time in endless adjustments as the news changes by the minute regarding business closures and social distancing in Los Angeles because of COVID-19. We had a little ceremony last week in the backyard of Yen Manor (10 of us with more watching via Zoom conference call). We plan to gather with you in smaller groups throughout the year to celebrate our marriage. We thank you so much for all of your continued prayers and support! Let us know how we may serve you during this time, as we are both able-bodied. Rather than lose our deposit with vendors, we are working with them to use the funds towards freezing the meals that would have been served at the reception and distributing the food to people in our community who are in need of it. Please pray that the vendor will be able to deliver that food to us. "Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable - if anything is excellent or praiseworthy - think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me - put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you." - Philippians 4:4-9 Thank you for being a part of our lives ❤ We are praying for your safety and health. And we would like to remind you to continue checking in with people in your community. We love you so much!! Lauren and Jeff