Wedding Party
Kaylie Gilbert
Maid of Honor
Kaylee and Leah met at church in 2023 and have truly been an inseparable pair ever since. They've had the joy of walking out their relationships side by side for the past almost 2 years and get married months apart from one another! To know Kaylee is such a gift, she is filled with truth, love and laughter. Whether it's tea time, doing the church clap, having a much needed prayer and crying time or just laughing their heads off, Kaylie and Leah are always by each others sides. God has blessed them with such a wonderful friendship rooted in him where they both spur one another on, pray earnestly for each other and dance for the Lord like no one but God is watching. Kaylie is a friend who has a servant heart, who prays for you without being asked, who thinks of you in the small ways & lets you know and is always down to spend quality time together. Their friendship is simply one for the books.
Micah Kemp
Best Man
Micah and William were cross country teammates for 3 years and roommates for 2 years. There were lots of early mornings and fun stories had over being teammates and roommates. They spent lots of time together on the running trails all over the Pensacola area. Over time, Micah and William bonded over the love of Jesus and running. They went to all kinds of church and Christian functions together throughout their time at University of West Florida. After college Micah and William kept in touch and started doing bible studies together. Micah has been a great resource to William with great biblical advice and wisdom. The bible studies and advice has made their bond even stronger than when they were roommates together. Micah and William have become great friends that help each other through all the seasons that life throws at you.
Tarah Stabenow
Bridesmaid
Tarah and Leah met at church back in 2022 shortly after Leah started attending Jubilee. Tarah quickly became like a sister and mentor in one beautiful package for Leah. Throughout the years Tarah has guided Leah and helped her grow into the God fearing woman she is today. The easiest way to put it is that Tarah is the type of friend every girl dreams about having when she's young. Tarah is loving, hilarious, kind, witty and so selfless. From before William existed in Leahs orbit Tarah was helping prepare her, whether it was being content exactly where God has you, working on boundaries and accountability or helping build a foundation of prayer & consulting God on everything in life, she was apart of it. Tarah is Leahs personal eye makeup artist, poppi walk aficionado, fashion consultant and one of her many safe places.
Daniel Young
Groomsman
Daniel and William lived down the street from each other for years without even realizing it. While William was running on the local high school cross country team, Daniel decided to join in on the fun. Quickly, Daniel and William became great friends over the early mornings and long runs together. Once they realized they lived close to each other, almost every day was spent together at one the houses. From watching NFL games to playing basketball together, William and Daniel were always doing something sports related. Through the many moves, William and Daniel still remain great friends and still keep in touch despite life getting in the way.
Aubrey Helpling
Bridesmaid
Aubrey and Leah met at Oaks church during college at Ball State back in 2021. Over the last 5 years Aubrey has become a staple in Leahs life, she is dependable, loyal, caring and cracks a joke at the most perfect time. Aubrey always encourages Leah to grow more in her faith, to continually dive deeper with the Lord and consult him in everything. Whenever talking to Aubrey about life she will ask "did you pray about it" and that statement has carried Leah through so many of lives trials and jubilations. They are a goofy pair who cannot help but bring laughter to those they are around. Aubrey radiates joy, to know her and be loved by her is to feel the light of Lord shining on you.
Nick Young
Groomsman
Nick and William became fast friends after Nick decided to join the local high school cross country team. After realizing their mutual love of sports, they ended up spending a lot of time running together during those early morning practices. Once Nick and William realized just how close they lived to each other, lots of time was spent together at each others houses. They lived right down the street from each other and didn't realize it. It went from running together at practice to hanging out involving some type of sport almost every day. William moving away for college and beyond did not stop their friendship. Nick and William still find time to hang out and catch up.
Emily Blake
Bridesmaid
Emily and Leah met at Oaks church during college at Ball State back in 2021. Simply put Emily is one of the strongest and bravest people that Leah knows. Emily has shown exactly what it is like to endure hardships and continual suffering while still whole heartedly loving, serving and obeying the Lord. When Emily and Leah are together there are non-stop laughs, goofiness beyond belief, encouragements coming from either party and time spent soaking in Gods word and praying for one another. To be loved by Emily is a major blessing, she has the sweetest heart and calls out all the good in you she sees.
Robert Gunn
Groomsman
What started out as a couple of guys going to the beach with a large group of mutual friends, turned into a great friendship that has stood the test of time and distance. As freshman in college, they ended up being college dorm roommates. There was all sorts of late nights playing the Nintendo 64 and watching some interesting movies and TV shows on Netflix. After William left Robert for an apartment instead of dorm, Robert left William for an opportunity at another University. Despite how far they have ended up in distance, Robert and William have still continued to keep in touch and keep each other in their lives. The fun stories still continue no matter where life take them.
Wendolyn Hannum
Bridesmaid
Wendolyn and Leah met back in 2018 at freshmen orientation at Ball State. It was an immediate connection and bond over boy bands, theater and youtubers. Wendolyn is a constant in Leahs life. Some days Leah is a part of the Hannum family and other days Wendolyn is a part of the McGuire family; now they are adding the Kemmler family into the mix. When Wendolyn and Leah are together time is spent to the fullest with carefree, bubbly and giggly energy. Wendolyn and Leah have a shared passion for all things mouse related & we're meaning Mickey here - Disney has their hearts. To be apart of Wendolyn's inner circle is to be fiercely cared for, checked on, prayed for and supported endlessly. Days with her are brighter and include much more singing and laughter.
Brandon Battle
Groomsman
Brandon and William have had some fun goofy times as college cross country teammates and great friends. They originally met when William hosted Brandon for college recruitment trip. Despite William making Brandon sleep on the floor of the dorm, Brandon still chose to be teammates with William where lots of fond memories would be had. Even though William could not convince Brandon to live at the same apartment, lots of fun times were had playing and watching sports together. The fun has continued past college. From weddings to NASCAR races, both still go do fun events together and regularly talk on the phone.