When the world slowed down, God was just getting started. Stephen, a Cal Baptist grad with a heart for faith and family, and Shanelle, a Pepperdine alumna full of grace and spark, found each other in the most unexpected way — during the pandemic. What started as simple messages turned into late-night conversations, shared prayers, and dreams whispered across a screen. Distance didn’t stand a chance against the love God was weaving between them. When they met, it felt like finding home. On a sun-kissed beach, with waves dancing at their feet, Stephen got down on one knee and asked Shanelle to be his forever. She said yes — without hesitation, without doubt — just faith. Together, they look forward to a life of laughter, faith, family, and forever love — building a future as beautiful as the One who brought them together. A beautiful day awaits — a day Stephen and Shanelle have dreamed of, prayed over, and joyfully anticipated.