Wedding Party
Nicole Bach
Bride
Hi!! I’m Nicole, and today I have the incredible honor of standing here as Prince’s bride before our faithful Father. I’m still soaking in the reality that I get to marry such an amazing, God-honoring man. My heart is full of gratitude to the One who made this all possible. I was born and raised here in the U.S., but my roots are in Eastern Europe—my mom is Lithuanian and my dad is Polish. A big part of my heart is with my family in Poland, who couldn’t be here today physically but are definitely with us in spirit. In 2024, my walk with God truly transformed. I recommitted my life to Christ and was re-baptized on June 22, 2025. Because of God, I am who I am. Because of God, I met incredible friends I now call family. Because of God, I met my husband right here in this church. Some fun facts: I love tiny, cute animals, I can recite the alphabet backwards, and I’ve been a travel girl since I was young. Actually, when I was only 11 years old, my dad threw me on a solo flight (ALONE) to Poland and said, “Good luck, see you in 3 months!” (Thanks, Dad). I’m currently pursuing my master’s degree in social work and can’t wait to serve others in a way that reflects God’s heart. I’m honored to step into this next chapter as a wife, and as a woman walking in purpose. Today, surrounded by love, rooted in faith, and filled with His joy, I say praise be to God for all He’s done, is doing, and will do!
Prince Aryee
Groom
Hello, I’m Prince, and today, I have the honor of marrying the woman God handcrafted just for me. I was born in Ghana and raised in a deeply rooted Christian family and loving home. From the moment God knitted me together in my mother’s womb (Jeremiah 1:5), I’ve been walking in His grace and purpose. My upbringing was surrounded by love, wisdom, and strong faith, especially from my family who taught me how to live a life fully committed to God. I’ve always been a Jesus boy, and my passion for worship in church was ignited early on, inspired by my mother who led worship at her church back home. That calling lives on today, as I now serve here on the worship team, and produce my own contemporary gospel music, using music to glorify the One who has never failed me. It was actually at this very church during a Sunday service that I met my wife, Nicole. We were both shy at first, but God wasn’t going to let timidity keep us from His plans. And now here we are, standing together united by faith, love, and purpose. Through every trial and tribulation, both individually and as a couple, God has been our firm foundation no matter how tough times got. He has remained the center of our relationship, holding us together and shaping our love to reflect His glory. I’m grateful for every step of the journey and excited for what’s to come. To God be the glory for writing our love story. Amen.
Nathalie Reshetun
Matron of Honor
Nathalie and I have known each other since elementary school, but life took us in different directions for a while. It wasn’t until after college that we reconnected in such a beautiful and meaningful way—through our shared love for Christ. What started as catching up became something so much deeper. We began doing Bible studies together, encouraging each other spiritually, and building a sisterhood grounded in Christ. We end up attending the same church together surrounded by many of the same friends we grew up with, and it felt like God was weaving our lives back together on purpose on His timing. She has been a constant source of wisdom, joy, and strength in my life, and I truly can’t imagine this season without her by my side. And to make it even sweeter—her husband, who is our best man today, happens to be my husband’s best friend. They get along so well it’s honestly the perfect double friendship! God really knew what He was doing. Watching the two of them get along so naturally has made this season even sweeter. I’m so grateful for the way God weaved our stories back together — she’s not just my matron of honor, she’s one of my greatest blessings. So with all my love and gratitude, I’m so honored to have her stand beside me today.
Kiana Gipson
Bridesmaid
Kiana has been in my life for literally as long as I can remember. We met way back in kindergarten when she had just moved here from Chicago, and from that moment on, we grew up together—through elementary school, middle school, high school, all of it. College took us on different paths as she moved far away for her studies, but when she came back, our connection came back even stronger. She’s the one who invited me to attend our church, and because of her, I found a spiritual home and community that I cherish deeply. I now come to service every week that I can, and I truly owe that to her encouragement. And let me give a huge shoutout to this girl—because if it weren’t for her accidentally seating me right next to the man who is now my husband (yes, really!) and sparking that first conversation, none of this would even be happening today! Call it divine intervention or an unintentional matchmaker, but I fully believe God used her to bring my now-husband and I together. So thank you for your genuine friendship, your courageous faith, and your perfectly timed seating arrangements. Love you Ki!
Julie Johnson
Bridesmaid
Julie has been such a beautiful presence in my life. We’ve been close since elementary school, sharing many mutual friends over the years—including Kiana!—and growing together from those early classroom days all the way through high school. Even when she moved out of state for college, the distance didn’t change a thing between us. In fact, it only made me miss her more. What has stood out most to me is her faith. Julie was one of my first friends whose relationship with Christ inspired me. Watching her walk with God grow in college lit a spark in me to pursue my own journey with Him. We’ve truly seen each other through everything, and Julie has always been someone I could count on. She’s been there through some of my deepest heartbreaks—family struggles, relationship pains—and I’ll never forget how she opened her home and heart to me when I needed it most. She reminds me to keep my eyes fixed on God and to draw strength from Him alone. Just last year, I had the honor of standing by her side as a bridesmaid at her wedding when she married her amazing husband, someone we both knew from our circle since high school. I got to witness their relationship from the very beginning, and it’s been such a joy watching their love story unfold and seeing how God has worked through them. And now, I am honored to have her as my beautiful bridesmaid standing by my side today. Thank you for being that special friend of mine who leads with love. I’m so blessed to have you beside me today.
Andriy Reshetun
Best Man
Andriy, my best man, my brother in Christ and one of my closest friends. We’ve known each other for as long as I’ve been serving on the worship team at church, and over the years, what started as a friendship through ministry has grown into something so much deeper. Serving God side by side on the worship team has been such a privilege. It’s not just about the music, it’s about doing life, faith, and service together. And as if that wasn’t already enough, the fact that our wives have become best friends has only strengthened our bond even more. Now we’re not just friends, we are family. We may have grown up on different sides of the world, but somehow God brought our paths together in such a way that makes it clear this is what real brotherhood looks like. Andriy has poured so much wisdom into my life from relationship advice, to spiritual encouragement, to marriage tips (and the “what-not-to-do” list too!), and just general life perspective. I truly couldn’t do this day without him. His loyalty, honesty, and faith have made a lasting impact on me, and I’m incredibly honored to have him standing next to me today as my best man. Andriy, thank you for your friendship, your guidance, and your brotherhood. It means more than you know.
Melchisedec Quagrainie
Groomsman
Melchisedec, big shoutout to one of my groomsmen—my Ghanaian brotha from anotha motha. Though he was raised here in the states and I come from the motherland itself, Ghana still runs deep in both of us, and that shared heritage has created a bond that’s felt like family from the start. We became close through serving together on the worship team, and it’s been such a blessing growing in brotherhood alongside him—both musically and spiritually. There’s something powerful about having someone by your side who just gets it—the culture, the values, the unspoken connection. And I thank God for blessing me with genuine friendship like this. Mel is someone I can laugh with, talk real life with, and grow in faith with. I truly appreciate our friendship, his presence, and loyal support. Not just today, but throughout this whole life journey. Thank you for standing by me on this special day. It means the world to have you as part of this moment, and I’m honored to call you my brother and my friend. WAKANDA FOREVA!
Melvin Melendez
Groomsman
Melvin is someone I’ve had the honor of knowing for as long as I’ve been serving at our church. He’s a fellow worship leader, and not only does he lead with excellence and passion, but with much humility and heart. He’s one who gives me the blessed opportunity to lead many worship nights for our weekly Young Adults ministry, and I’ve always been so grateful for the trust and encouragement he’s shown me through that. He’s not just a great singer—he’s an even greater friend. One of those friends who listens, really listens, to every conversation brought his way. And he’s definitely heard me through many of them! Whether it’s life, faith, relationships, or ministry, he’s always been there with support, honesty, and encouragement. He helps me keep my focus on what truly matters: God’s mission, not my own, and seeking His will above everything else. This man is more than a leader, he’s a brother. I’m thankful for the bond we’ve built through years of worship, laughter, deep talks, and shared purpose. Thank you for being part of this day and for being the kind of friend who always lifts others up. I’m honored to have you standing with me today.