Jonathan & Samantha
Our MAGICAL Tribe
Damisha Marshall
Matron of Honor
Damisha has given the bride invaluable information about being a godly wife and mother, along with helpful tips on budgeting, investing, and saving for the future. She is the cousin of the bride, and has been "schooling" the bride since she was in diapers.
Ryan Hill
Best Man
Ryan is the groom's older brother who has been diligent in teaching the groom the value of analyzing the situation before making sound decisions. In addition, Ryan's biggest lesson to the groom is to forget what others think and do what makes "YOU" happy.
Shanitra Martin
Maid of Honor
Shanitra is the sister of the bride who vowed to be the maid of honor over 20 years ago at an unforgettable sleepover they were accustomed to having with family and friends. They have been literally joined at the hip since birth. She is the "pepa" to the brides "salt" and the "gut" to the brides "butt" (nicknames given by the maids mother who has since transitioned to be with the Lord). Their relationship recently flourised as the bride accepted the honor of being the God-mother to the maids beautiful daughter, Leila Divine.
Zachariah Hill
Groomsman
Zachariah is the groom's younger brother. Selecting Zachariah as a groomsman was easy becasue of the strong family values both he and the groom share. The groom is excited to have his baby brother (who is no longer a baby) stand by his side on his special day.
Sophia Arnold
Bridesmaid
Sophia is the bride's best friend. Sophia and Sam have seen their relationship thrive through difficult times because of their vow to keep Jesus at the center. She has taught the bride invaluable lessons on what it means to be a true friend. Their 15 plus year relationship has been filled with mostly laugher (thanks to Sophia's ability to bring joy out of any situation), and very few tears. Their unbreakable bond is often misunderstood, but the bride and Sophia are known to believe "What's understood, doesn't need to be explained- PERIODT." The bride also serves as the God-mother to Sophia's talented daughter, SarahAshley.
John Ardis
Groomsman
John (not to be confused with the groom) is one of the groom's good friends from high school. His competitive nature has caused both he and the groom to be better men for themselves and their families.
Felicia HOLLICE
Bridesmaid
Felicia is the bride's accountability partner (AP) who has helped the bride grow in more ways than one. She is known as a great listener who knows how to keep it real (in love).
Dedarius Hill
Groomsman
Dedarius is the cousin of the groom, but better known as his fourth brother. Dedarius has kept the groom laughing since they were children, but recently took on a more serious role as an accountability partner for the groom's musical career.
Latoya Paul
Bridesmaid
Latoya is the bride's friend from graduate school who has taught the bride so much about being a godly wife, mother, and scientist. Although she and the bride are quite similar in many areas (which can sometimes cause friction), they both realize that iron sharpens iron, and they are sharper together than they are apart.
Leo Williams
Groomsman
Leo is the groom's friend and "roll dawg". He has challanged the groom to grow spiritually and gave the groom courage to ask the bride out. He is known for giving an opinion that is often quite different from the grooms, which has helped the groom gain a new persecptive concerning many situations in life.
Tanecia Mitchell
Bridesmaid
Tanecia is the bride's friend and traveling buddy. Their very first trip together was a trip to Atlanta, GA after knowing each other for all of three minutes. She has taught the bride about being vulnerable and trusting people even if you've been hurt in the past.
Rashad White
Groomsman
Rashad has known the groom since middle school. He is known for being a good listener, who also works as a part-time comedian for the groom's personal humor. He is a faithful friend who has been consistent during some of the toughtest times of the groom's life.
Enitra Reynolds
Bridesmaid
Enitra, affectionately known as "Enitra Joe", is the bride's big cousin. She is known for crying at the drop of a hat, but also being a ride or die whenever the time presents itself.
LaBradford Martin
Groomsman
LaBradford is the bride's younger brother. He earned his right as a groomsman by being a listening ear, and being willing to help the groom in any way possible to keep the bride happy.
Kiara Gayden
Bridesmaid
Kiara is the bride's little cousin. Recently married herself, Kiara has taught the bride to be more thoughtful and to enjoy life in the moment. In the words of the great R. Kelly (because of his music and not his personal life choices), "She was raised in Illinois, in the hood of Chicago, some of the best cookin' you've ever had." Kiara has taught the bride to make the world's best macaroni and cheese (thanks to Lillie Dorsey who has since transitioned to be with the Lord).
Samuel Martin Jr.
Groomsman
Samuel is the bride's baby brother. He has helped the groom grow tremendously by giving helpful information about the bride and her childhood that now helps the groom understand the bride in more ways than he can imagine.