Dilshan & Rebekah
Wedding Party
Shaleesa Ledlie
Maid of Honor
Shaleesa is Rebekah’s older sister by 25 months and the two share a very close and lasting bond. Over the years, they’ve been frequent travel companions, exploring North America and the Caribbean, and occasionally finding themselves in some fun (and sticky) situations along the way. More recently, they’ve enjoyed spending time together closer to home in Toronto with Shaleesa’s fiancé, Sean, and their dog, Bindi, especially since they’ve lived just five minutes apart for the past few years. Whether it’s thrifting, going for walks with Bindi, local festivals or checking out new restaurants and ‘girlie’ spots in the city, they’re always finding ways to make everyday moments memorable. Their relationship is rooted in love, commitment, and unwavering support to each other.
Rachael Ledlie
Maid of Honor
Rachael, Rebekah’s younger sister by three years, shares a forever bond with her. Over the years, they’ve connected through a shared sense of humour. Their time together is filled with a variety of fun activities- from sushi dates and spontaneous shopping trips to family vacations that create forever memories. They also enjoy cooking nights with Rachael’s boyfriend, Chris, where good food and competitive game nights are always on the menu. Whether singing along to their favourite songs, making funny videos, impersonations or attending lively concerts, they cherish these moments of togetherness. Their relationship is one built on support, love and laughter spending time together side by side.
Avery Sweetman
Bridesmaid
Avery and Rebekah met in university, living just across the hall from one another in residence at Tyndale University, and quickly became inseparable. From late-night chats to early morning coffee runs or study sessions, their friendship grew through both the everyday and the meaningful over the past 8 years. They've shared in all of the special moments together: student life retreats, church events, and faith-based gatherings that deepened their friendship. Whether it was laughing over something silly, making silly videos, supporting one another through different seasons in life, or celebrating milestones together, Avery has been a true and steady friend through it all.
Devon Martin
Bridesmaid
Devon has been Rebekah’s friend since high school- a friendship that’s spanned over 13 years. They first met in science class and quickly grew close, especially with the bonus of living just a short walk away from each other. Over the years, they’ve shared countless memories: adventurous camping trips, late-night sleepovers, outdoor swims, and long walks filled with meaningful conversation (and plenty of laughter). Their friendship has been steady and supportive in each other's lives, rooted in trust, shared experiences, support for each other and love. Through all of life’s highs and lows, they’ve remained constants in each other’s worlds, always showing up with open hearts and unwavering loyalty.
Lauren Fockens
Bridesmaid
Lauren is one of Rebekah’s friends from high school, with a friendship that has grown and lasted over the past 13 years. From sleepovers and wine nights to mall trips, church events, and countless hours of singing and music, their connection has been filled with both laughter and depth. Alongside Devon, the three formed a close-knit trio, sharing in some of Rebekah’s most memorable moments through high school, university and beyond. Their connection runs deep, often marked by long conversations, shared faith, and a love for singing and music. Lauren has remained a steady and uplifting presence in Rebekah's life, providing a compassionate friendship.
Ellie Melo
Bridesmaid
Ellie is a very dear friend Rebekah met during their time at Tyndale University, where they lived just down the hall from each other in residence. Along with Avery, the three formed a dynamic trio- sharing countless late nights singing, praying for one another, and heading out on spontaneous midnight adventures. Ellie has been a steady and caring presence in Rebekah’s life, offering support through every season. In recent years, her husband Dylan has also become a close friend to Dilshan, and the four of them enjoy spending time together- cooking, sharing meals, and jamming together through their mutual love of music. Ellie has been a loving and supportive friend through it all, sharing in plenty of voice memos over the years.
Melanie Eastman
Bridesmaid
Melanie is a very dear friend Rebekah met during their master’s program in grad school. From the start, they connected instantly, bonding over thoughtful conversations about global affairs, social justice, and the world around them. Their friendship has been marked by depth, honesty, and plenty of laughter. Whether they’re catching up over a picnic, sharing life updates (and the latest tea), or encouraging each other through every season, Melanie has been a steady and uplifting presence in Rebekah’s life. Her insight, compassion, and unwavering support have made their friendship something truly special.
Amanda Chan
Bridesmaid
Amanda is a close friend of Rebekah’s, having been introduced through Dilshan, whose groomsman Funing is Amanda’s fiancé. They quickly connected at church, bonding over their shared involvement in children’s ministry and a mutual passion for working with children with disabilities. From the beginning, their friendship has been marked by warmth, encouragement, and support through every season of life. Whether sharing meals around Toronto, catching up on long phone calls, or exchanging countless voice memos, Amanda has become a constant and meaningful presence in Rebekah’s life- rooted in faith, shared purpose, and genuine care.
Leanna Anandarajan
Bridesmaid
Leanna is Dilshan's younger sister. Being three years apart, Dilshan and Leanna have often been in close proximity in school and in church. Dilshan and Leanna's shared love of learning, music and reading bound them together when they were young. Unbeknownst to their parents, Dilshan and Leanna secretly read the Harry Potter books and then borrowed the movies from the library, watching the movies in the basement. With three brothers, and a headstrong baby sister, surrounding her, Leanna is often affectionately teased by her siblings. Leanna is a strong, resilient young woman with an enduring spirit, whose love towards, and care for, her siblings has been a continuous blessing. One of Dilshan’s fondest memories is taking Leanna to North Carolina to see Yebba and John Mayer perform, celebrating the completion of her final nursing placement. Dilshan and Rebekah are thankful and honoured to have Leanna in their bridal party as a bridesmaid.
Olivia Anandarajan
Bridesmaid
Olivia is Dilshan's youngest sister. Olivia holds a special place in Dilshan's heart, and she knows it. The baby of the family, Olivia is a strong, caring, fun-loving person who is very sensitive to the needs of the people around her. She is quickly blossoming into a dynamic, multi-faceted young woman with a drive for academic, athletic and artistic excellence. An impressive volleyball talent, with the voice of an angel, Olivia has won the hearts of many with her charming nature. Dilshan and Olivia's signature banter night is a long drive, a shared pizza, and a movie. In the summer of 2021, while Dilshan was in New York for work for the summer, Dilshan and Olivia did a zoom book study, reading the Lord of the Rings trilogy together. Dilshan remembers these conversations fondly. Olivia is always eager to learn, ready to listen, and quick to create a moment of laughter. Dilshan and Rebekah are delighted and honored to have Olivia in their bridal party as a bridesmaid.
Jeshan Anandarajan
Best Man
Jeshan is Dilshan's younger brother. Jeshan's faithfulness as a brother, a confidant, and a trusted partner in a variety of arenas have made him a significant gift in Dilshan's life- it is Dilshan's honor to call Jeshan one of his best men. Jeshan is a dynamic, multifaceted young man whose witty humor, tender countenance and incredible work ethic have made him a treasured person in his community. Whether it was painting Dilshan's house at 2 in the morning, piling into a minivan as a 12-year-old boy to play drums at an event Dilshan was leading worship at, prepping food for one Dilshan's summer bbq's, or getting lost for seven hours in Hamilton looking for waterfalls- Jeshan's "yes" has always been uncontested and unwavering. It is important to note that Jeshan has never lost a tennis match against Dilshan. Jeshan has undoubtedly made Dilshan a better man, brother and leader, and Dilshan is so grateful for his brotherhood and partnership.
Zaccary Anandarajan
Best Man
Zaccary is Dilshan's youngest brother. Zaccary's lion heart, tenacious spirit and his cute chubby cheeks have made him a well-loved friend to many, and a well-loved brother to Dilshan. Dilshan and Zaccary's shared love of music, movies, basketball, food and fun have made for many rich memories over the years. Late night "food maps", renting out a garage to secretly practice basketball every morning at 6am in the winter of 2021; movie marathons; eating lots of fried chicken, going to a Charlie Puth concert, then taking a nap at my office before catching the train so we didn't fall asleep and miss our stop- Dilshan and Zac's brotherhood runs deep. Even though Zac is bigger, and arguably stronger, than Dilshan, he will always be Dilshan's baby brother. It is Dilshan's delight to have Zaccary stand beside him as one of his best men.
Ashan Anandarajan
Groomsman
Ashan is Dilshan's cousin, the son of Dilshan's Periappa (his father's eldest brother). Ashan is an affectionate, effusive young man who is precious to Dilshan and Dilshan's father. Ashan's love of worship music, movies, and the making of heartfelt memories have made him a gift to the Anandarajan family. In the summer of 2007, Ashan came to Canada for an extended visit with his family. Many songs were sung, many trips down the Centre Island log ride were had, and many viewings of Madagascar were enjoyed. This was a special summer, which Dilshan and Ashan often reminisce over. Dilshan and Rebekah are overjoyed to have Ashan in the bridal party as one of Dilshan's groomsmen.
Michael Ma
Groomsman
Michael and Dilshan met in 2011 at Unionville High School (UHS), together forming one of the most indomitable duos UHS has ever seen touch a basketball court. In an unbelievable Cinderella run, when Dilshan and Michael were in Grade 10, they led a rag-tag group to a miraculous intramural championship, triumphing over the teachers in the semis and the Grade 12s in the finals. Michael and Dilshan quickly became friends, and their friendship has only grown richer with time, despite living in different cities for the past five years. Michael's love of learning, paired with his forbearing and tender nature, have made him an invaluable source of counsel and insight in Dilshan's life, a friend to many, and a charming lover-boy. Dilshan is ecstatic that Michael found Sophia, and is so excited for what the two of them are building together. Dilshan treasures his visits with Michael in New York, and is always eager to see Mikey when he comes back to Markham. It is Dilshan's honor to have Michael standing beside him as one of his groomsmen.
Aaron Liu
Groomsman
Aaron and Dilshan met in 2011 at UHS. Aaron saw past Dilshan's youthful tomfoolery, and they have been family ever since. Aaron's honest, affectionate, fun-loving nature along with his tongue-in-cheek sense of humor make him a well-loved person in a variety of circles. In a bizarre turn of events, Dilshan drove Aaron, along with their friends, to the hospital after Aaron fractured both of his arms at the same time. They all proceeded to eat junior chickens and McFlurries in the Markham-Stouffville Hospital emergency waiting room. Dilshan is so grateful for how Aaron has allowed him to walk closely with him. At the rock of Aaron's heart is a very perceptive, caring man whose character is marked with integrity- attributes which make him a wonderful father to his precious son, Zion. Aaron is also an impassioned R&B crooner and punk rock wiz, mannerisms Zion has become quick to mimic. It brings Dilshan great joy to have Aaron stand beside him as one of his groomsmen, and to have Zion as the ringbearer.
Thomas Masson
Groomsman
The Masson and Anandarajan families have been tightly knit for many years. Leanna and Thomas' older sister are close childhood friends; Thomas' father, Rob, has been a mentor to Dilshan for many years; and Thomas' mother, Judith, is a close friend of Dilshan's mother. Thomas is an honorary brother in the Anandarajan family, and it is Dilshan's joy to have Thomas standing beside him as one of his groomsmen. Thomas and Dilshan's shared pursuit of the heart of God, while striving for enterprising excellence, has made for many life-giving conversations, and much laughter. Dilshan and Thomas' shared love of smoked meat and carrot cake has also made for many hearty meals shared together. Thomas' well-weathered joy is infectious. Thomas and his girlfriend Sofia light up any room they step into, and it is Dilshan and Rebekah's joy to be doing life together with them.
Jeffrey Hts
Groomsman
Jeffrey is the evidence of a prayer answered in Dilshan's life. In 2018, Dilshan asked God to bring a drummer and an electric guitarist to "the bridge". A month after Dilshan returned home from Australia, Jeffrey, a gifted guitarist with a sweet voice, began attending the bridge's young adults ministry. Little did Dilshan know, Jeffrey would become a dear friend and brother. Jeffrey has been a trusted confidant for Dilshan, balancing levity with loving honesty. Jeffrey has exemplified God-honoring meekness in every arena of his life. Jeffrey's stewardship of his job, his giftings and resources, and his loving wife Carol have inspired and encouraged Dilshan. Jeffrey and Carol have journeyed closely with Dilshan and Rebekah since 2022, and Dilshan and Rebekah deeply cherish their friendship. Seeing how Jeffrey and Carol have modelled sacrificial love for one another, and for their communities, has greatly encouraged Dilshan and Rebekah. It brought Dilshan great joy to stand beside Jeffrey on his wedding day, and it is Dilshan's honor to now have Jeffrey stand beside him as one of his groomsmen.
Brian Tsang
Groomsman
Dilshan and Brian met in 2017 when Brian began attending a pick-up basketball run Dilshan hosted. In 2021, Dilshan and Brian's paths crossed at a WeWork and they had a 2-hour conversation which Dilshan cherishes to this day. Dilshan and Brian have been fast friends ever since. Dilshan and Brian have shared in a multitude of memorable experiences since- multiple trips to New York, sneaking into gyms around Markham for a morning shootaround or an evening pickup basketball run, and many late night conversations over good food. Brian was the grillmaster responsible for the finest cheeseburger at one of Dilshan's summer barbecues. Brian is the prime enabler of Dilshan's affinity for doughnuts, pizza, cookies and banana pudding. Brian is also notorious for goading Dilshan's temper in pickup basketball runs. Brian's entrepreneurial spirit, generous nature, and his listening ear have been a timely blessing in this season of Dilshan's life. Dilshan is so grateful for Brian's friendship, and is honored to have Brian stand beside him as one of his groomsmen.
Keith Rajkumar
Groomsman
Born 16 days apart, Dilshan and Keith have been inseparable since they were young boys. Growing up, Dilshan and Keith were frequently in one another's homes, sharing in their love of sport, music, and Thomas the Tank Engine. From playing in MUMBA as children, to leading multiple iterations of a band which played a fantastically mixed bag of repertoire through high school, to supporting one another in ministry, Dilshan and Keith have a rich well of brotherhood to draw from. When they were teens, Keith and DIlshan played each other in a 1v1 basketball game to 100 points- Keith won. Dilshan and Keith also once drank 2 liters of 2% milk in one sitting- Dilshan had a significant growth spurt shortly thereafter. Dilshan has often shared what he dreams and hopes for in God's kingdom with Keith, and Keith has been a wonderful source of support and strength through and through. It is Dilshan's honor to have Keith standing beside him on his wedding day as one of his groomsmen.
Funing Lin
Groomsman
Funing is the latter half of this answered prayer. A gifted drummer, Funing began attending the bridge shortly after Dilshan returned from Australia in 2018, and the two of them quickly became close friends. Dilshan and Funing journeyed through a very dynamic season of ministry at "the bridge" together, while also navigating the beginnings of their professional careers. Funing had just begun his PhD at the University of Toronto when Dilshan met him. It has been Dilshan's joy seeing Funing complete his doctorate, and leverage his acumen into what Dilshan is confident will be a very fruitful career. Dilshan’s former office was a 20 minute walk from Funing’s lab, and they would often meet for lunch at their go-to spot- Kimchi Korea House. Funing has a big heart with lots of love to give. Dilshan and Rebekah are so thankful for the friendship of Funing and his fiance Amanda, and it is Dilshan's delight to have Funing stand beside him as one of his groomsmen.