Belle Gardens

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Our story began in Chicago, IL on a car road trip to Scranton, PA. Our friends invited us along for a The Office Themed Comic-Con event. While the plan was for the four of us to all hang out, it quickly became a weekend just for the two of us due to a series of unfortunate events. It started out as a joke and suddenly it wasn't a joke no mo...... Alissa was doing Missionary Work in the Western Side of Chicago whilst Marlon was already living there. During her 8 months in Chicago she was highly involved with the Latino community in Little Village, where she volunteered at the food pantry, youth group and other various things in the church. As the months went by, they started to grow and get to know each other, although there were many obstacles that came their way, they remained true to each other and spent many months praying. We received His answer when Alissa was at youth camp with her church. A few months later Marlon came to visit and officially moved a month later. Ever since then we overcame all the obstacles that we faced. We have not only stayed true to ourselves and each other but also in our faith.

Love Birds Story 

Our Story

Photos

Mikayla is Alissa's friend from college. She is a hardworking dedicated attorney. She is the life of the party. There is never a dull moment with her around. Mikayla and Alissa met in a theatre class and ever since then they've been best friends going on trips together. I am so thankful for her throughout the years always being by my side.

Mikayla Schneider 

Shelby and Alissa met through their trauma working at Lighthouse. Shelby is an aspiring teacher and book lover. She may be awkward but she has the biggest heart. I have never met someone with as much love for people than I have with Shelby. Alissa and her enjoy coffee dates and have a snapchat streak of over 1k days and going strong. 

Shelby Lafond

Morgen is truly an aspiring person. She loves the Lord, for years she has been serving as a faithful servant doing missionary work. Morgen and Alissa met through college/church. They share a passion for the Latino culture and Jesus. She is truly a sister in Christ. I am so proud to call her my friend. She is a light shining bright for everyone to see. 

Morgen Layton

Jasmin is the younger, older sister of the groom, Marlon. A hello kitty lover just like Alissa. She is not just a pretty face but a kind soul. She is the most caring and loyal person. She will fight with you until the end. 100% your ride or die kind of girl. I look forward to calling her my sister.

Jasmin Gutierrez

Dustin is the coolest friend I have that sounds and looks a lot like Michael Cera in person. Quiet, reserved, and mysteriously aloof. It's often a wonder anyone even know he exists. 

Dustin Rowe

The best way to describe Romer is to basically think of Jett Lee, mixed with your favorite person multiplied by 5. A talented photographer always looking for new adventures to fill in the chapters of his life. Romer is the life of the party anywhere he goes and always has a smile on his face no matter what. if you needed someone you could count on, look somewhere else because Romer is my guy.

Romer Jimenez 

Hey,  I'm David...Marlon's youngest and FAVORITE brother. I love spending time playing video games, watching movies (mostly Marvel), hanging out with friends and travel/being adventurous with my gf. I slay at a restaurant called Beatrix which gives me the opportunity for looking up new recipes.

Roger David Puerto 

My favorite worship leader ever. Super loyal, thoughtful and caring. Definitely someone I can trust with decisions and value his opinions. Someone I look up to spiritually and always happy to see. Gifted keyboardist and always surprises me when you jump on drums. Im happy we are brothers in Christ and blessed to have him up there with me. 

Alissa & Marlon

Alissa & Marlon

Travel

Travel coming soon!