Wedding Party
Julianna Dibert
Maid of Honor
Julianna and Mara became friends in middle school and have been inseparable ever since! They have gotten to experience all the highs and lows of life while growing up together. Julianna could not be more excited and honored to stand by Mara’s side on the day they’ve been dreaming of for years!
Lane Bryson
Best Man
Watching Luke grow up and become the man he is today has been amazing to watch. I’m so proud to be his older brother and stand by his side on his and Mara’s big day! I’m so happy for the two of them and pray for a lifetime of happiness together.
Ashley Bryson
Bridesmaid
Ashley is Luke’s favorite (and only) sister. From childhood adventures to real-life milestones, she has been extremely lucky to grow up with the most genuine younger brother. When Ashley met Mara in 2020, they immediately clicked. Mara became her “little sister” she always dreamt of, and as the years went on, one of her best friends. Ashley is beyond excited to celebrate the lovely couples love, gain an official sister, and dance the night away with you all!
Scott Bryson
Best Man
Hi, I’m Scott Bryson, Luke’s dad. It seems just like yesterday when I watched him come into the world. I’m proud to call him son and can’t wait to watch him grow into his role as a husband.
Eli Ruddy
Groomsman
Abigail Miller
Bridesmaid
Mara and Abbie became close friends after being introduced by Julianna Dibert, bonding over their deep love for Jesus, community, and humor. Abbie is not only Mara’s friend and bridesmaid but her personal hype woman—prayer, pep talks, and president of the Mara Bryson fan club!! #brybryruddy
Josh Ruddy
Groomsman
Ethan Selb
Groomsman
Hey everyone, my names Ethan Selb. A little about me is work as a police officer. I enjoy weightlifting, running, video games, food, and Legos. Enough about me, let me talk about Luke and Mara. I first met Luke, through our best friend Hunter. Me, Luke, and Hunter used to play Xbox all day and night together during the Covid lockdown. I was finally able to meet him in person when I went to visit Liberty. With the perfect greeting (He knows what I said lol) and some chick-fil-a we become best friends. I met Mara later that day, and she was the sweetest person ever. Luke and I moved into an apartment together with Hunter, Lane, Ben, and Garrison. Shenanigans and tomfoolery were happening daily. Me and Luke did a lot of stuff together from Walmart runs, going to the gym, taste testing various energy drinks, and even building Legos. One day, I went to the beach with Luke and Mara, I was pretty much their child the time I was there. Luke and Mara were pretty much inseparable. They are perfect together, and I can't see what the future has in store for them.
Autumn Ganthner
Bridesmaid
William Wagner
Groomsman
My name is William Wagner. I am a grad student working on my Masters in Business at Cleveland State University in Cleveland, Ohio. I am a former D1 soccer player, I love to watch movies and play my Xbox. I am honored to be Luke’s groomsman. I have known Luke my entire life. Luke and I met when we both lived in Haymarket, VA. Since our fathers worked together and our families were close friends, we always did things together. Even when we lived in Europe in different countries, we still spent holidays and vacations together. I consider Luke family and I cannot wait to be a part of his and Mara’s special day. I look forward to making new memories with them both over the coming years.
Alaina Albert
Bridesmaid
Mara and Alaina met in 2019 during their freshman year of college at Liberty University. The following year, they became roommates together on campus. Alaina was there when Mara came back from her first date with Luke!
Hunter Lewis
Groomsman
I’m Hunter Lewis, and I'm 23 years old. I live in Port Orange Florida. I attended Liberty University with both Luke and Mara. I met Luke during our freshman year of college and we remain friends to this day!
Rebecca Baur
Bridesmaid
Becca & Mara met at nursing school and were each other’s lifelines during the craziness of those years. Being each other’s shoulder to cry on or good laugh when they needed it brought them so close! Mara was in Becca’s wedding last year & Becca can’t wait to stand by Mara’s side as one of her bridesmaids.
Tucker Williamson
Groomsman
Scout Belue
Bridesmaid
Scout Belue, Cousin to Luke, Bestie to Mara I live in WNC and enjoy playing volleyball, basketball and chasing sunsets. My favorite memories with Luke + Mara are campfire chats, bowling, family dinners and dancing the night away. I’m so happy to have Mara in our forever family!
Sawyer Belue
Groomsman
My name is Sawyer Belue. I am Luke’s cousin. I have known him my entire life. some of my fondest memories growing up are summer trips to visit Luke in Haymarket and when his family would stay with us for holidays. I also have loved the countless hours of gaming we have done together over the years online including the many times I have carried him to victory. I am so excited for Mara to join our family. she has become like a big sister to me over the last couple of years.
Austin Gonzalez
Groomsman
My name is Austin Gonzalez! I'm a U.S. Army Officer and UH-60M "Blackhawk" helicopter pilot currently stationed at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, and I have the been given the privilege of being chosen as one of Luke's groomsmen. Luke and I have known each other for as long as I can remember. Although we knew each other as young children and have both heard stories about some of the brief moments we spent hanging out at those young ages, it was not until around our time in middle school that we began forging the friendship we have today. From those days running around our neighborhood in Haymarket, VA to our time in middle school, high school, time apart in college and for some years after, Luke has remained one of my most cherished friends. In truth, it has been a long time since I thought of him as just that, because to me he is like a brother. I have and always will consider him to be my family, which makes my opportunity to be a part of his and Mara's special day so much more special. I hope God will bless them both and I cannot wait to see their family grow in time and love.
