Andrew & Natalie
Wedding Party
Katie Heath
Maid of Honor
Katherine Elizabeth Heath! I had no idea when I agreed to lead my first Bible Study in college, I was signing up to meet my best friend! During our almost 11 year friendship, Katie has always been there for a late-night talk about life and faith, kind enough to laugh at my jokes even though they often do not make any sense, down for an adventure, ready to offer her prayers, and prepared to do whatever she can to help and show her love and care. We have too many inside jokes to count and so many shared heartfelt memories that have helped to shape me into the woman I am today. Her authenticity, kindness, generosity, and creativity are just some of the gifts I admire most in her. As my dearest sister in Christ, I could not imagine anyone else by my side as I enter the Sacrament of Marriage.
Matthew Van't Slot
Best Man
Mattybabe and I became friends when we would take joy rides in the Miata before and after youth group to talk about life, dreams, and faith. Outside of these driving thrills, Matt and I would often enjoy long trail walks and hikes that would usually end by jumping in the local reservoir. One of our favorite excursions involved buying a cheep air mattress to relax on as we floated miles down the Delaware River. The trip was so successful that we decided to bring the mattress with us on our road trip to Montreal — let’s just say that the Coast Guards on Lake Champlain were not fans of our idea. No matter the adventure, I know that Matt’s willing and free spirit is always there to support me. Thanks for being there for me as I enter the Sacrament of Marriage.
Nicole Newcomb
Bridesmaid
As my big sister, we've been on many adventures together. From creating fun tracks with the hose in the backyard for our lil tyke's car to traveling all over Europe with me, we have always had a fun time, being silly and sharing new experiences. I can say with gratitude that her role as my older sister has made a big impact on my life. She was one of my first role models, inspiring me to work hard and dream big, do small things with great love, not take myself so seriously, and meet people where they are at. She continues to inspire and model for me a life devoted to service, empathy, and joy (mixed with lots of silliness).
Thomas Burrell
Groomsman
Tom and I first met during our freshman year at St. Joseph High School. Though we sat next to each other during english and religion class, and shared a common lunch period, our friendship didn’t fully form until we both joined the volleyball team that spring. It was through this volleyball program that we would mutually make best friends with George (another groomsmen) and form the trio that would eventually captain the volleyball team our senior year. Since high school, Tom’s volleyball career has excelled to the professional level, and he’s never lost his unique ability to show his love, care, and support simply through his down-to-earth presence.
Holly Kathol
Bridesmaid
Holly Polly Pudding Pie is my dear little sister, though I can't say "little" too literally, since she has always been taller than me! We may be as different as two people can be, but I have come to appreciate our different gifts and approaches to life. I truly admire her ability to pave her own way, work hard to achieve her goals, harness her artistic abilities to create beautiful works of art, and commit in word and deed to the ideals she is passionate about. She has an eye for beauty (she continues to be my fashion consultant and interior designer) and challenges me to grow by looking at things in a different light.
George Witteman
Groomsman
My friendship with George began through powerful advice he gave me as a fellow teammate on our high school volleyball team. With the fear of "messing up" or "letting the team down" heavy on my shoulders, it was George who encouraged me to believe in myself and to rewrite the negative narrative I was telling myself about myself. His wisdom helped to build my confidence and realize my full potential. From then on, I knew he was not only a great teammate, but a friend worth keeping. Since our high school years, George and I have stayed in touch. As the third member of our trio with Tom, we have nurtured our friendship with tech talks, Avenger movie hangouts, and adventures across the country.
Emily Sekelsky
Bridesmaid
I met Emily during the orientation to the Masters of Theology program at Villanova in 2017. The moment I saw this joy-filled person with such a kind demeanor, I knew immediately I wanted to be friends with her. I'm glad that after I decided to talk her ear off at that orientation, I did not scare her off! From endless nights of writing papers, to laughing our heads off at random things, to wrestling through tough theological ideas, Emily has been a constant, empathetic, and joyous companion on the journey. She is one of the best listeners in the world and has the ability to make you feel truly seen.
Arzan Dotivala
Groomsman
I've known Arzan for as long as I've known the feeling of friendship. We became friends by going on play dates after our Saturday Strings violin classes, and I can say with certainty that these play dates began forming me into the person who I am today — a goof ball! From having sleepovers, to riding bikes around his cul-de-sac til we fell off, to building forts in the woods, Arzan and I always knew how to use our imaginations to turn even the most ordinary of days into one full of shenanigans! Even though we haven't had a play date since the beginning of high school, something inside of me always knew that we would be in each other’s lives forever.
Heather Ingle
Bridesmaid
Heather is my favorite Montanan! Although I did not get the chance to meet her when I lived there, I'm so grateful she was called to come to Villanova in 2018! While some students thought we were the same person (we do have some similar characteristics), her zeal for Christ and the Church and gentle sincerity makes her unlike any person I know. She inspires me to be the best version of myself and is someone I can count on for a trip to the outdoors, heart-warming desserts, or deep conversation about life and faith.
Nick Jones
Groomsman
One of the many blessings that I experienced at Providence College came in the form of my friendship with Nick. We were freshman year roommates, and often bonded over music, going to the gym, and critiquing the quality of food in our dining halls as we searched for protein-based recovery meals. Carving out time most days for these activities with each other would establish a friendship that would last beyond our college years, especially as we continue to collaborate on quarantine musical projects — it’s at this time that I’d like to thank mom for requesting that I have a “nut-allergy-friendly” roommate.
Brian Normile
Groomsman
During my kindergarten through eighth grade years, I ate lunch at the peanut-free table where I would be joined only by guests who’s lunches would be “approved nut-free.” At the beginning of the sixth grade, Brian joined the table as a permanent member and I couldn’t have been more grateful. Being the creative, artistic, goofy, dependable, and intelligent individual he was, Brian was the person who I would rely on for friendship during middle school and the years ahead; especially as he would later suggest the location of the first date that Natalie and I would enjoy in Manayunk, PA.