Wedding Party
Mike Pepe
Best Man
"I met Mike at the gym about 4 years ago. In our first conversation, he asked me if I knew Jesus. If it weren’t for that bold question and my curiosity, we wouldn’t be gathering for this event. Mike has been a mentor to me and has helped me tremendously to form a relationship with Jesus. He was always able to answer my questions perfectly and has helped me gain a true understanding of the teaching of the Bible. I’ve always admired his ability to be patient and go the extra mile to choose the wisest possible option when faced with a challenge, no matter what it is. He has helped me to be that kind of man."
Sierra Thompson
Maid of Honor
"Sierra and I met two years ago through our Bible study on campus. I could immediately tell that she was absolutely gushing with the spirit of God. Every moment I've spent with her has brought me closer to Christ. We very quickly became sisters and best friends throughout my last year of school, which has been both beautiful and devastating (lol). I already miss being on campus with her. Her wisdom and grace in the Lord is truly unmatched."
Chris Nielsen
Groomsman
"I’ve known Chris since elementary school. We’ve been especially close and have had a good understanding of each other after working three separate jobs together, and always being around for each other through all of these years. Chris has always been my toughest and most resilient friend. He’s taught me a lot about toughness and the motive of doing what you have to do, no matter how you feel. I live with a strong appreciation of that today."
Maddie Rivard
Bridesmaid
"I met Maddie my freshman year of college when we were both throwers on SHU's track team. We really got close during my junior year of college, thanks to frequent Chili's dates. Maddie is the most joyful person you'll ever meet. She is genuinely a ray of sunshine. There has never been a time I've been with her and haven't had my face hurt from smiling and laughing. All it takes Maddie is a 30-second interaction with you to brighten your entire day."
Jack Wilcox
Groomsman
"Jack and I have been friends since fifth grade. He has always supported me in times when I needed it most. He’s also one of the funniest guys I know, always making everyone laugh, even when he’s not around. He has always been one of my most trusted friends."
Katie Brennan
Bridesmaid
"Katie and I have practically been together since before we left the womb. We grew up together, and she's been the closest thing I could compare to a true sister. She is incredibly creative and so so reliable. Even all the way in Alabama she's been here for me every time I've needed her. I have an endless amount of love for our lifelong sisterhood!"
Chris Rice
Groomsman
"Chris is my older brother. He was my first best friend, and that remained unchanged throughout my entire childhood. Looking back, I don’t know how he put up with me, but it’s clear that no matter what, my older brother was and is always here for me. I always enjoy spending time with him, no matter what we’re doing. I’ve been truly blessed to have such a great older brother for my entire life. The memories we share and the times we have will always mean the world to me."
Zaida Witkowski
Bridesmaid
"Zaida was the first true friend I made in college. When everyone else was cliquey or unreliable, she was steadfast always. She went through every one of my million lives of college right by my side. And through all of it, we've finally come out on the other side together and absolutely in love with Jesus. She is the most dependable person you'll ever meet. I have leaned on her more times than not, and she's always supported me. A friend I met in college, but have surely known my whole life."
Frankie Randazzo
Groomsman
"I’ve known Frankie since elementary school, but we became close friends when a large friend group formed in our Freshman year of high school. He works with my father and me. Frankie has always been one of my most reliable friends in times of need."
Matt Freeman
Groomsman
"I met Matt in Freshman year of high school. He was also one of the friends from that big freshman year friend group that has stuck around. He’s perhaps the funniest man I’ve ever met. Whenever we’re together, there’s always uncontrollable laughter. It’s always been natural for us to talk about serious things that concern us."
