Samuel & Natelkka
Wedding Party
Miranda Delaherran
Maid of Honor
Natelkka and Miranda met back in 2014 at Riverside City College outside of their first math class as college students where Natelkka complimented Miranda on her outfit. From there, they started talking which later turned into them hanging out and going on adventures together around Riverside. Natelkka loves so many things about her best friend, she loves her meek spirit, her honesty, and her listening ear. Miranda means so much to the bride and groom and they couldn’t think of anyone else more perfect to be apart of their special day!
Shemiah Whitson
Best Man
The Bible speaks about a friend that will stick closer than a brother. Samuel and Shemiah truly fit that description. Shemiah was raised by an Adventist Mother who signed him up for Pop Warner Football in order to honor the Sabbath. Who knew a football drill where Shemiah stepping on Samuel would lead them to discovering they both shared similar upbringings. Shemiah and Samuel became inseparable in life playing football, participating in church activities, and growing up. Both of them quickly became brothers and bonded with each other’s families just the same. Shemiah is engaged to the beautiful Breanna Lundeen and they have three beautiful children in which Samuel is the God Father.
Jaynelle Baker
Bridesmaid
Natelkka and Jaynelle first originally met way back in elementary school where they both attended Redlands Adventist Academy. After Jaynelle left, years later they would re-meet, because Natelkka started dating her younger brother (the groom) Samuel. Natelkka loves so much about Jaynelle. Her kind spirit, her outgoing personality, her as a mother, how real she is, her giving spirit, and her love for Christ. Natelkka is over the moon to finally have the sister she always wanted. Natelkka and Samuel could not imagine a more perfect person to stand by their side on their big day.
Nicholas Gilliam
Groomsman
Nicholas “Bubba” Gilliam is the grooms eldest and only blood brother. Growing up Samuel enjoyed hanging with his big brother and looked up to him more than anyone. Nicholas is the funniest person Samuel knows and has taught Samuel to keep going no matter what life throws at you. Nicholas is married to the beautiful Johnell Gilliam whom God has blessed with 4 amazing children. Nicholas is witty, intelligent, and all around fun loving.
Elisa Brodie
Bridesmaid
Natelkka and Elisa met in the 6th grade at Redlands Adventist Academy and have been best friends ever since. They bonded over their love for music and having a good time. Natelkka loves Elisa's kind spirit and how she has always been there for her no matter what. A favorite memory Natelkka has with Elisa is their first sleepover. They were enjoying pizza and ice cream and Elisa's dog jumped on the table and started eating Natelkka's ice cream. Natelkka and Samuel are over the moon to have Elisa apart of their special day!
Isaiah Lakes
Groomsman
Isaiah is the Son of Samuel’s eldest sister Catrina. Samuel always desired a little brother and God blessed him with just that! Though Samuel and Isaiah were Uncle and Nephew, they bonded as Brothers. Growing up, these two were inseparable. They enjoyed airsofting, fishing, hiking, and going on adventures. Isaiah is smart, loving, and strong. He has always had Samuel’s back and means so much to the bride and groom. Isaiah gifted Samuel a great Nephew by welcoming a beautiful baby boy 2 years ago.
Abigael (Abi) Domingo
Bridesmaid
Natelkka and Abi met and became best friends at Redlands Adventist Academy back in 2010. Abi and Natelkka bonded over their love for One Direction and fashion. Natelkka loves so many things about Abi, her confidence, kind spirit, tenacity, and her love for animals. Samuel and Natelkka are so excited to have Abi apart of their special day!
Justin Martinez
Groomsman
Who knew bumping into each other in the hall ways of Serrano Middle School would lead to such an amazing friendship. Justin and Samuel grew up in San Bernardino, Ca and attended both Middle School and High School together playing for the San Gorgonio Spartans. On and off the field, Justin always had Samuel’s back! He consistently supports Samuel’s ministry and music while constantly pouring into Samuel by reminding him of his value. Justin is authentic, compassionate and hilarious. He and his beautiful Fiancé Michelle welcomed a beautiful baby boy in the Fall and are truly family to the Bride and Groom.
Kwame Amponsah
Groomsman
Kwame and Samuel’s relationship quickly blossomed in the summer of 2012 while playing football for the Inland Empire Gladiators. Kwame is a compassionate, charismatic, and talented person, whose light shines everywhere he goes. Kwame has been Samuel’s Musical Director playing piano for live recordings, church services, and studio sessions while simultaneously studying Dentistry at Loma Linda University. From middle school, through college, to now, Kwame has been consistent in Samuel’s life and means a lot to the Bride and Groom.
Pastor Jeremiah Green
Officiant
We are honored to have Pastor Jeremiah Greene officiating our wedding. Pastor Greene, along with his wonderful wife Gillian, have been a guiding light in our relationship. He not only led us through premarital counseling, but has also been a true spiritual parent, offering wisdom, encouragement, and prayer every step of the way. His deep faith and caring heart have had a profound impact on us, and we feel incredibly blessed to have him play such an important role in our day. We are grateful for the love and support he and Gillian have shown us, and we couldn’t imagine celebrating this moment without them.
Olivia Forde
Jr. Bridesmaid
Natelkka and Olivia met on Samuel and Natelkka's first date at the movies. After Natelkka and Samuel became boyfriend and girlfriend, Olivia was the first person to start claiming Natelkka as her new cousin. Natelkka could not have imagined a more confident, outgoing, kind-hearted, funny young woman to be a Jr. bridesmaid in her and Samuel’s wedding!
Wade Forde II
Jr. Groomsmen
Growing up Samuel was always the “baby cousin” of the family. However, all that changed when everybody began to be fruitful and multiplied. Wade “Wadey” Forde II was born in November of 2007 and quickly became one of Samuels favorite cousins. Wade is Samuel’s third cousin on his mother’s side and is the Son to Pastor Wade Forde Sr and Mrs. Stacey Forde. He is the eldest twin to Olivia “Love” Forde and the older brother to Layla Forde. Wade is more than just a cousin to Samuel, he’s a little brother and friend whose heart is bigger than his smile. Wade is an amazingly ambitious and courages young man who has a bright future ahead of him.
Lilly Whitaker
Flower Girl
Natelkka and Lilly met at a family birthday party! When going over the decision of who Samuel and Natelkka wanted in their wedding without hesitation Samuel and Natelkka both wanted Lilly (Samuel's niece) to be included in their very special day!
Londyn Whitaker
Flower Girl
Natelkka met Londyn at the same family party where she met her sister Lilly. Natelkka and Samuel, without a doubt wanted to include the other sister of the Whitaker family to be apart of their special day!
Zoe Forde
Flower Girl
Natelkka first met Zoe at a family gathering back when Samuel and Natelkka first started dating. Zoe is such a smart, kind, loving, and bright young lady, and Samuel and Natelkka could not wait to as her and her twin sister to be apart of their wedding party!
Kylee Forde
Flower Girl
Natelkka first met Kylee at the same family gathering she met her twin sister Zoe. Natelkka and Samuel love how sweet, genuine, charismatic,smart, and loving she is. Samuel and Natelkka most definitely wanted her, alongside her sister, to be apart of their wedding party!
Madeleine Smith
Flower Girl
Natelkka and little Madeleine met because of Maddie's uncle Samuel (the groom). Natelkka loves Madeleine like they have known each other since Maddie was born. Madeleine was over the moon when she found out that Auntie Telly wanted her to be a flower girl in Uncle Samuel's and Auntie Telly's wedding!
Laila Forde
Flower Girl
Laila met Natelkka through her big cousin Samuel (the groom). The Forde family is close to Samuel and now Natelkka. Samuel and Natelkka were excited and happy to ask Laila to be one of their flowergirls.
Weldon Forde II
Bible Boy
Weldon Forde II is the third cousin to Samuel on his mother’s side. He is the Eldest son of Weldon Forde and Denise Soberanis and the older brother of Zoe and Kylie Forde. Weldon is the next generation of great athletes to come out of our family but moreover, he’s a really sweet kid. “Little Weldon” is a young man who wants to achieve greatness in everything he puts his mind to. His compassionate, thoughtful, and kind heart are God given gifts that will take him further than he could ever imagine. It’s an honor to have a little cousin who’s so emotionally intelligent for his age.
Matthew Smith
Ring Bearer
We are thrilled to have our sweet nephew, Matthew Alexander Smith, as the ring bearer for our wedding! His big smile and joyful spirit bring so much light to our lives, and we couldn’t imagine this special day without him by our side. From the moment he was born, Matthew has captured our hearts with his kindness and endless energy. Watching him grow has been a true blessing, and we’re excited to see him play such an important role in our celebration. We love him more than words can say, and we’re beyond grateful to have him in our lives.