Randall & Bianca
Meet the Groomsmen and Bridesmaids
Christopher Aymonin
Best Man
Chris and Randall met at VCU and it was a brotherhood from the very start ranging long talks in the chapel to long talks that lasted until 4 am in the morning elsewhere. There was a point where Randall wasn't sure if he was "man enough" to be with Bianca, but with his honesty and brotherhood, Chris helped him realize the truth. Without his honesty, Randall wouldn't have even moved forward in his relationship with Bianca at all.
Gina Tigani
Maid of Honor
Gina and Bianca first met at Radford University during her freshman year of college. It wasn't until Junior year that they became super close, like sisters. Gina has journeyed with Bianca through some major events in her life. Bianca would not have made it to this day without her. "She is truly like a sister. I can't express what a gift to have her beside me at one of the most important moments of my life; she is one of the most faith- filled, virtuous, loving women that I know. I truly wouldn't be where I am in my faith with out her and I can't imagine anyone else beside me."
Nicholas Sun
Groomsman
There was no way Randall COULDN'T meet Nick. During their time in college, Nick would always stand out as the "guy who prays the Rosary really loudly". Their relationship was solidified with their mutual love of the Lord and J. Cole. From there it was history.
Mairin Guilfoyle
Bridesmaid
Mairin & Bianca go way back... to the awkward teen years. They first met when Bianca moved to Virginia and start attending Roanoke Catholic in the 8th grade. They soon became fast friends and have stayed close throughout the years. Bianca considers Mairin to be one of her best friends. " I love Mairin. She is one of the most loving, kind-hearted, strong women I have ever met; she stuck it through with me through the awkward years and all the terrible hair trends. I couldn't imagine not having her stay beside me at the altar."
Ben Bowles
Groomsman
Ben is one of those guys who's tough enough to handle anything, yet human enough to let you know he's approachable and enjoyable to be with. Not only that, but he's a monster on the basketball court. It was through basketball coaching, countless trips to The Village Café and their mutual confiding in each other that Randall and Ben became the close friends that they are now.
Lindsay Fay
Bridesmaid
Lindsay and Bianca first met when Bianca first joined the Culture Project. Lindsay was Bianca's Team Leader during her first year of mission on the Travel Team. They spent a whole year working, praying, and living together. " Linds is such a gem. I have so much love for this incredible woman. Her sisterhood, guidance, and love have helped form me into the woman that God has created me to become. She has fought for me and has loved me in ways that I could never fully thank her for. There was no doubt in my mind that she had to be a part of this special day."
Anthony Le
Groomsman
Anthony is that guy who you'd go to if you need someone to share laughs and jam out with. Anthony, Ben, Nick and Randall created a tight-knit brotherhood, traveling to DC together, keeping each other accountable, laughing, and drinking together.
Nikki Jackson
Bridesmaid
Nikki and Bianca first met through Bianca's brother Armando Bianca's Junior year of College. Armando kept insisting that they meet because he knew that would be good friends; little did they know. Nikki and Bianca became fast friends and served on the same retreat team with Randall and Bianca when they first met. "There are not enough words that I could use to describe my love for Nikki. She is one of the most real, loyal, fierce, and loving woman that I know. I can truly be myself around her. She challenges me to be greater but in such a loving way. I had to share this special day with her."
Armando Herrera-Dosreis
Groomsman
Randall wasn't always thinking about getting married. At one point in his life, he was seriously thinking about joining the seminary to be a Catholic priest one day. If you couldn't piece it together, this is how Randall met Bianca's older brother, Armando. Obviously they have taken separate paths since then, with Armando joining the seminary and Randall being engaged, but one thing remains the same: they remained really good friends and pushed each other to holiness.
Andria Martinez
Bridesmaid
There hasn't been a moment in their lives that Bianca and Andria haven't known each other. They have grown up together, they are family. Andria's parents are Bianca's God parents and Bianca and Andria consider each other cousins. " Andria is family. She always has been she always will be. We have been in each others lives for nearly 25 years and we will continue to be. Andria is such an incredible woman. She's smart, strong, loving, and courageous! I can always trust that she will always be there for me, no matter what. Family sticks together. There was no question as to whether or not she'd be in my wedding!"
Angel Rodriguez
Groomsman
Angel Rodriguez was on Team LA with Randall during their first year with The Culture Project. They lived together in community with Gian and two other amazing women. Angel has a heart of gold and is one of the few people who has seen Randall be completely himself. He's also one of the few people who makes it easy for Randall to love in a truly authentic way. He's truly one-of-a-kind and holds a very special place in Randall's heart.
Ariana Herrera
Bridesmaid
Ariana is Bianca's little sister. They are 11 years apart in age, but are super close. Ariana is one of Bianca's greatest gifts in life. " There will never be enough words to describe the deep love I have for my little sister. I love her so very much, from the moment I met her. She is growing into such an incredible woman. She's my sister, of course she's going to be beside me at the alter. She said to me once, "Bianca I'll share you with Randall, you can marry him". She is my biggest cheerleader; I know love from the way my sister loves me."
Gian Gamboa
Groomsman
There are various things that can be said about Gian Gamboa. One word will always come to mind: Good. Gian is incredibly genuine and, luckily, was Randall's teammate on his first year of mission with The Culture Project. In fact, Gian played a huge part in getting Randall to even apply! His friendship would carry over to the mission year as Randall and Gian would share struggles, laughter, and ultimately cultivate a big-bro - little-bro relationship.
Lorain Tan
Bridesmaid
Lorain and Bianca met through Randall. Lorain is Randall's little sister. " I am so excited to have Lorain as my future sister in law. I know how much she loves and cares for her brother. She has to be up there with us. There was no question about it. I am so excited to continue to grow in sisterhood with her. I have always wanted a sister close in age to me and the Lord heard that prayer and gave me the best future sister in law."
Jesse Orenge
Groomsman
Jesse is a brother to both Randall and Bianca. Like Angel, Jesse joined The Culture Project at the same time as Randall but was placed on Bianca's first-year team. Although they were separated by distance, Jesse and Randall cultivated a deep brotherhood that wasn't watered-down by distance. Jesse has a genuine heart and looks out for Bianca and Randall in more ways than one.
Hannah Gutierrez
Bridesmaid
Hannah and Bianca first met when Bianca first joined The Culture Project. Although they were on separate teams the two managed to become close. Bianca's second year on mission, Hannah served as Bianca's Team Manager where the two truly became close. Bianca sees Hannah as an older sister. "Hannah is a fighter! simply the best. She is funny, fierce, bold, and loyal. She has loved Randall and I so well and has fought hard for us. I couldn't imagine having any other woman beside me - celebrating Randall and I both. Hannah has loved us so well."