Michaela & Zachary
wedding party
Myla Lanning
Sister Of The Bride & Maid Of Honor
My one and only sister, who has been with me through thick and thin, every up and down, and still loves me and looks up to me the same. She’s not only my sister but one of my very best friends. We’re going to move to the same state someday and have our kids together, then force them to be besties just like we always planned. For that reason she is serving as my Maid of Honor.
Bryce McElroy
Best Man
Bryce McElroy is honestly my best friend. Without Bryce, I wouldn’t be where I am at without him. As stated in the story of Michaela and I, Bryce was there for me when I was going through a broken engagement. Bryce could have easily pushed me away but accepted me with open arms and continued to push me back to God and God’s Word.
Haven Nastepniak
Bridesmaid
Haven Shaye is the best friend my heart and soul have longed for my entire life. Before coming to Moody, I had been praying for someone like her for over two years. God heard my cries and answered my prayers all in one amazing person. She listens, loves, and understands me like no other human on this planet. There is truly no one else better to be my bridesmaid!
Ryan True
Brother Of The Groom & Groomsman
My brother Ryan is one of a kind. I couldn’t imagine my wedding without him playing a significant role in it. I’m excited to have him standing up on stage with me for one of the most important days of my life!
Savanna Koller
Bridesmaid
Savanna and I met in an unlikely way: Our younger siblings dating one another. After about a year of them dating, it became very clear our meeting was totally orchestrated by The Lord! We shared the same passion for Jesus and His Word. We were also in the same exact stage of life. Savanna is caring beyond compare, loves those around her fiercely, and is always willing to step up and help. I have never had a friend as gentle, nurturing, and personable as her! It’s an honor to have her by my side on my big day!
Keith Whitmer
Groomsman
One of the most God-fearing brothers I have the pleasure of knowing. He always has a way of drawing me back to what’s important- God. I’m thankful to have Keith stand up with me for my wedding knowing how he has affected my life!
Aubrey Finger
Bridesmaid
Aubrey and I have only known each other since September of 2021— She is one of my newest yet closest friends! From the moment we met, we just clicked, and I quickly knew that, for me, she would be one of those friends who’s in your life forever. She is absolutely on fire for The Lord, loves those she cares about fiercely, and could quiet a noisy room with her angelic singing voice. She gives the best hugs and will take you as you are, no matter what you may be feeling. It’s an honor to have her by my side on my big day!
Wyatt Blevins
Groomsman
We are cousins but the way we interact, some would think we were brothers. Every time we are together, it’s like seeing an old friend and picking up right where you left off. Wyatt is somebody I can rely on, trust, and I’m blessed to call family! I’m excited and thankful to have him up there by my side the day of my wedding!
Paige Kelly
Bridesmaid
Paige, Paigey poo, Saige Peety!! The sweetest most gentle bundle of joy. She brings the rare gift of natural peace, understanding, and kindness into my life. We met during our first year at Moody Bible Institute. Just like my other friends from Moody, she is an answer to many years of prayer. She is steady and reliable like a summer rain. Her laugh is contagious and she always makes me feel so loved! It’s an honor to have her by my side on my big day!
Michael Corbisiero
Groomsman
Michael has played such a critical role in both Michaela and I’s life. He is a brother who fearlessly shares the Gospel and is bold in his faith. I’m thankful for how he has poured into me and discipled Michaela! Blessed to have him standing up at our wedding!
Makenna Hampson
Bridesmaid
Makenna Hampson is one of the most selfless women I have the pleasure of knowing and doing life with. We met during our first year at Moody Bible Institute. She makes people laugh, feel loved and included like no other. She is an answer to many years of prayer. During the hard times I know she’ll always be there to pick me up. She will forever hold the title of my unofficial college roommate. It’s an honor to have her by my side on my big day!
Tyler Nickerson
Groomsman
I could not have asked for a better roommate than Tyler. There are countless nights where we jammed on guitar, talked relationships, laughed at jokes, sent each other TikToks and laughed at midnight, went to concerts, and honestly grew really close. Thankful that God blessed me with such an amazing roommate.
Emma Finlayson
Bridesmaid
Emma; We met during our first year at Moody Bible Institute. Neither of us ever thought we would be friends, let alone BEST friends who are this close. But God knew, and He has orchestrated each moment of our friendship in mighty ways! I know that no matter what it is, I can always come to Emma with it. She listens well, loves big, and selflessly devotes herself to the people in her life. It’s an honor to have her by my side on my big day!
Collin Garner
Groomsman
Collin has been a Godsend. I didn’t realize how amazing he was until the third week of spring semester 2021. Collin and I would go to each other for jam sessions, to talk theology, to talk about relationships, to talk about our troubles, and to just have fellowship. Thankful for how God brought this amazing brother into my life.
Abby "Jude" Thurman
Bridesmaid
Abby and I met during a high school retreat through our youth group and never looked back. Her beautiful and passionate spirit drew me in, and I knew I would never find another friend like her. She is accepting, easygoing, and strong beyond compare. She fights for the people and things she loves, and it’s a blessing to be one of them! It’s an honor to have her by my side on my big day!
Caleb "Rafa" Owens
Groomsman
From the moment I met Rafa, I knew we would be good friends. Rafa has been there for me numerous times, fed me countless beef empanadas, aided my aching back and so on. Rafa and I are similar in the sense that we both would do anything, sometimes to a fault, to serve our brothers and sisters. I am beyond blessed to call Rafa a friend, but more importantly, a brother in Christ and groomsman.