Bryan and Mary’s paths crossed the first time more than 15 years ago at church, but they didn’t meet as adults until March of 2023. That day Mary shared her testimony while introducing a visiting missionary couple to a small group. Bryan couldn’t keep his eyes off of her, later saying that there was a draw he couldn’t explain. It took a couple more weeks of running into him(actively trying to avoid him)before Mary felt the Lord say, “Love him and walk with him as I command you.” She knew she was called to marry Bryan. (But that’s absolutely insane! So she tried to fight it keeping it as a friendship.) As always God had a better plan, and friendship quickly turned to more. From stargazing, hiking and fishing, the feelings they shared reached a point where they could no longer be denied. They began dating that September with the intent to marry. Through date nights and the occasional quarrel she finally said yes when he asked for her hand in May of 2024