Lauren & Isaac
Wedding Party
Pamela Salas
Maid of Honor
This beautiful girl is my sister, one of my best friends, and one of the people I admire the most. She’s passionate, highly driven, compassionate, sassy, and as sarcastic as it gets (a trait I never acquired haha even though I happen to be marrying Isaac Cundiff). We shared bedrooms, clothes, shoes, and all the angsty teenage music we could handle. I remember talking about our future weddings, the men we were going to marry, and how we promised we would be each other’s maid of honors someday (even threatening to beat one another up if one of us didn’t follow through haha). I am so honored and excited to have my sister stand by my side on such a special day!
James Briner
Best Man
We met in 2005, in 6th grade. We weren't immediate friends, but were close acquaintances. It wasn't until college that James became a very close brother in Christ. Since then, we have been through a lot together; long boarding, playing in a band together, living together, worshiping and serving together. It's been a great season of growth and I look forward to seeing how God continues to use us in His kingdom!
Rachel Briner
Bridesmaid
Rachel has become one of my closest friends in the past couple years! From going to Africa together, to sharing the same major, and eventually becoming roomies this past year! She has been an important person in my life who I can look up to in a lot of ways. She is steadfastly following after God and her heart for loving those around her is inspiring to me. She has sacrificed so many times in our friendship alone to pray for me, encourage me, take me to the ER at an awful hour, stayed up with me when that school project was too much, and reminded me of what God says about me when I needed to hear it the most. Also, she has the BEST laugh and can crack jokes with me for hours! I am absolutely honored to call her my friend and look forward to more years of growth in the Lord together!
Nathan Briner
Groomsman
The first time I met Nathan, I thought he was James. To be fair it was a long time ago, but it's been awesome to see Nathan grow into his own person. He has really emerged as a song writer and it's been amazing to watch him give that gift over to God. Though we wrestle as roommates, I believe that we sharpen one another well. I'm honored to have Nathan be an integral part of the wedding party.
Rebekah Teller
Bridesmaid
Bekah has been an amazing friend, sister in Christ, mentor, and roomie as I have grown closer with her the past couple years. I admire her love for the Lord and how she cares for others. She uses what God has given her and makes life beautiful on the daily. I love her love for coffee, flowers, children, art, and food. She has blessed me in more ways than I can count. Whether it was sharing all of her kitchen utensils and often her food, praying for me, encouraging me, or learning my love language early on ;) Harold’s doughnuts and coconut bliss ice cream. This girl has been amazing to look up to and to grow alongside! I thank God for getting to know her sweet heart for Him, as well as, all of the silly times! I am so honored to have a beautiful soul standing next to me!
Jordan Schiefer
Groomsman
Jordan and I spent hours exploring together. All online of course, as I lived much further away than would have made daily contact feasible without the internet. Nonetheless, my friendship with Jordan has been longstanding and we maintained contact throughout college though we walked in different spheres. I'm excited to see Jordan as he comes back from Texas to celebrate with us.
Yuhan Chen
Bridesmaid
When I think of Yuhan, I think of her sweet smile that is warm and welcoming. I think of her genuine kindness and incredible hospitality. I got the pleasure of living with her for a semester and felt her hospitality so much even in the home that we were both sharing. I felt so loved by the way that she shared her things and was there to talk and offer support to me when I needed it. She truly cares about people and is willing to sacrifice in order to help a friend out and I appreciate that about her. Yuhan is a one of a kind gem and I feel really lucky to know her and call her my bridesmaid!
Jesse Yuan
Groomsman
Jesse why? Jesse has been a great friend whom I met in college. He's an awesome guy and a very neat room mate. Through college I had the privilege to disciple Jesse and I have to say, he is one of the smartest people I know! I'm excited that he got to come back from China to be a part of the wedding and I can't wait to see what more he accomplishes!
Tabitha Gatts
Bridesmaid
Tab is one of the most genuine, loving human beings I have ever met. This girl is so intentional with people, even her hugs demonstrate this unique characteristic. She really cares and empathizes with anyone she meets! I love her down-to-earth charm, vibrant personality, and insane energy! I still haven’t decided if she’s truly human yet because the girl doesn’t need ANY coffee to wake up at a dreadful time in the morning. I have enjoyed learning more about adulting and growing in my relationship with Christ alongside her. Tab, you are so encouraging! I admire your love for Christ and your faithful pursuit of Him! Thank you for being a sweet friend and sister in Christ to me! I also dig your hip dance moves!
Ben Taylor
Groomsman
Ben is one of my oldest friends, and similarly to Jordan we spent a lot of time exploring Runescape online. We stayed close friends through high school, and in college we ended up going into similar fields! We see each other infrequently now, but each time it's easy to pick up where we left off. I'm excited to have Ben be a part of our wedding!
Cheyenne Wadlow
Bridesmaid
Cheyenne and I have quite the history. We met in 6th grade. We’ve seen each other through many awkward stages (the tutu’s, the converse, the mohawks haha) and in many different seasons. It seems that while many crashing waves tried to pull our friendship apart, God has only brought us closer through it. I don’t believe it is ironic that God had us cross paths again through college and begin an even deeper friendship than we ever had before because Christ has been the center of it. She is spunky, hilarious, beautiful, and a wonderful mom! She has always been a great listener and a friend I could count on to be there when things were tough. I am very excited to continue growing towards Christ more as we seek Him together! I am so thankful to know her and her beautiful daughter Sunny Rose!
Pablo Serna
Groomsman
Pablo es un amigo mas importante a mí. El es un padre mas bien y un esposo mas o menos. Jajaja es para Erica. Pero el es un hombre de Dios y el quiero. That's all the spanish that I've got, but I'm very honored to call Pablo a brother and a friend. I can't wait to see how God continues to grow and use us.