In August 2023, Sarah left her own small-town roots to chase big dreams in the Bay Area, taking a position as a school counselor at Los Gatos High. On paper, they both described themselves as electric and devoted to Christ and their people, a perfect match that became even more obvious the moment they met. Tyler is a small-town boy from Bellwood, Pennsylvania, who never imagined leaving the comfort of his tight-knit community. But when he moved to California after college, he unknowingly set the stage for the greatest blessing of his life: meeting Sarah, the woman who would change everything. Faith has always been the cornerstone of Tyler and Sarah’s relationship, even though neither of them grew up in a family of faith. Tyler became a Christian over 10 years ago, and around that same time, Sarah began praying for her future husband…proof that God’s hand creates perfect timing. Their first interaction was on a dating app, where Tyler eagerly asked Sarah out. To his surprise, she initially said no. But God had other plans. Shortly after, Sarah found herself searching for a church in her new city. By divine providence, her first visit was to the very church where Tyler served as a leader. When they finally met in person, something shifted. What began as a casual hello quickly turned into an undeniable connection. Love was, quite literally, in the air. Sarah and Tyler’s mutual kindness, joy, and authenticity were captivating, and from that moment on, they were inseparable. Tyler told Sarah he loved her during a trip to Nashville, TN, a milestone that only deepened their love and commitment. Fast forward one year. On their one-year anniversary, Tyler pulled off the most epic proposal a small-town girl could dream of...

Anyone who knows Tyler knows he is one of the most joyful and vibrant people you’ll meet, but the week leading up to their anniversary, he was glowing with excitement. Sarah had her suspicions, but Tyler’s playful misdirection kept her guessing. On the eve of their anniversary, Tyler treated Sarah to a romantic dinner where the waiter brought champagne and dessert wine on the house. Then Tyler casually said, “I want to take you ring shopping tomorrow—let’s dress up and make a date of it for our one-year anniversary.” Sarah’s suspicions eased, but Tyler wasn’t done surprising her. The next morning, he whisked her away to a breakfast picnic on a secluded beach in Davenport. Sarah thought it was just a double date with another couple, but as they walked along the sand, she noticed something extraordinary—a walkway lined with 50 photos of them, each capturing a cherished moment from their past year together. Even then, Sarah chalked it up to Tyler’s knack for grand gestures. She didn’t piece it all together until she heard the hum of a drone overhead and saw rose petals leading to a bluff. With her heart racing, Sarah clung to Tyler as they climbed the sandy path (you can see her cling in the proposal video)  At the top of the bluff stood a breathtaking scene: a 4-foot-tall “Marry Me” sign, a red carpet, and rose stems arranged at the water’s edge. As the waves crashed behind them, Tyler got down on one knee and asked Sarah to be his forever. His sister, a photographer, captured every moment, from the proposal to a dreamy engagement shoot. But Tyler wasn’t done yet, he surprised Sarah with a private picnic and a party filled with friends and family to celebrate their engagement. It was a day that perfectly reflected who they are: passionate, faith-filled, and deeply in love.