We first met in October 2022 when Matthew returned to the area after serving in the Air Force, and we quickly became friends! Being part of the same friend group, we grew in admiration for one another and served together at church. Matthew was the first to catch feelings, while Faith insisted there was nothing there… though, in hindsight, maybe there was 😉. In April 2024, we began to explore the idea of something more and went on many walks talking through what that might look like (our fitness rings definitely miss those 6-mile conversations!). By May, we went on our first date, and in June, we officially started dating. It was a "slow-burn" romance at first, but then everything just clicked. Then, on March 1st—significantly, the wedding anniversary of both of our parents—we got engaged! There’s so much more to our story than this quick summary, but through it all, God has been so faithful to us. We love spending time in nature, being with our friends, doing creative projects (both together & separately) and serving together. As we look ahead, we’re excited to build a life centered on investing in the local church and glorifying the Lord in all we do.
10:00 am
Join us in celebrating Faith with a delightful brunch gathering. Please bring a favorite recipe to share with the bride-to-be! Ladies and children, only. RSVP at this evite link: https://evite.me/NquGb6zJbQ Hosted by: Kate Hannula (262) 719-0486 Rhonda Gregory (618) 339-0647 Abby Hester Abbey Aguero
10:30 am - 11:15 am
Dressy Casual
11:30 am - 3:00 pm
Dressy Casual
Flight
Nashville International Airport is about 25 minutes away!
Hotel
This hotel is just down the road from our wedding location!
Take a trip into Nashville and experience the show that made country music famous! The Grand Ole Opry holds a fun and special place in our relationship after it was the theme (at Matthew's suggestion to Faith) of the 2024 CIL Kids Christmas program. You can book a tour during the day to see behind the scenes, or experience the show live on Friday or Saturday night. Each Opry show is unique, providing an excellent night of entertainment in a special live radio show format.
Looking to spend some time outdoors? Take a walk at Moss-Wright Park! While there are plenty of beautiful parks and walking trails in/around Hendersonville, this one holds a special place in our hearts - it's where Matthew first told Faith he loves her! This park has great places to enjoy time outside with beautiful flowers, a well kept walking trail, open fields, picnic tables, a playground, a dog park, and historic sites.
Bongo Java is a unique and welcoming spot to hang out! They offer a wall full of board games you can choose from and play while you’re there. You’ll also find a wide variety of drinks and food, with the café open all day to match whatever vibe you’re in the mood for. This place is extra special to us because we chose it as the spot for our monthly date on the 6th of every month leading up to our wedding!
We will be having a dry wedding. This is a personal choice as well as a matter of policy and respect for our home church where the festivities will take place.
Most likely, we might have some kind of technical error going on - send a text to either Faith [276-782-5653] or Matthew [615-243-1433] and let us know the names of everyone you are trying to register.
Yes! Your kids will be on your RSVP if they are invited (& old enough to have their own seat). If they are not on the RSVP and you are wondering if they can come, please reach out to us!
If we have given you a plus one, it will be indicated on your RSVP! If you do not have a plus one and would like to request one, reach out to us.
The RSVP deadline is July 31st! If you do not RSVP by then we will assume you are not coming & plan accordingly.
Our dress code is "dressy casual"! We want you to be comfortable!
Most likely, the weather will be hot! Our ceremony will be outdoors, but we have chosen to do it in the morning to hopefully alleviate some of the heat. Our reception will be indoors! Pray for a lovely 70 degree day with us! :)
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