Garden City Christian Church

Wedding

Garden City Christian Church 

Ceremony

Photos with the bride and groom/free time

Reception

Photography Game Begins

Dinner

Cake Cutting and Smores

Shoe Game

Bonfire

Dancing

Send Off

Summer

Thank you everyone for coming to our wedding! We loved getting to spend time with you all. You can find pictures from that day as well as add your own on the link on the "Photos from the Wedding" page.

Our Wedding

We have uploaded your photobooth photos to the link below! Feel free to add more photos of your own and keep an eye out for the formal photos! They're coming very soon! Upload your wedding reception photos <a href="https://photos.app.goo.gl/iEiSMS3xEvHenPrJ7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE.</a> Keep an eye out for the professional photos to be uploaded at a later date. You are free to download and print whatever photos you want!

Photos from the Wedding

What began as Jason nonchalantly scrolling through Facebook Dating profiles one random day in July 2023 soon blossomed into a full-fledged relationship that grew faster and deeper than either Allie or Jason could have imagined. Throwing aside the usual tension he often felt when meeting someone new online, Jason decided to go all in on the first truly godly woman he’d met on the app and, after matching with her, decided to ask Allie about her testimony right off the bat. Due to the fact that she had just returned from a trip to Zimbabwe and was on a visit to see family members, she forgot to respond to Jason for what he described as “an agonizing 14 days”, later on almost bragging about the fact that he actually counted the days. Allie, who was half expecting him to lose interest after such a long period of time spent waiting and half taking a chance, shared the “short version” of her testimony. To her surprise, Jason, who was beginning to assume that Allie had ghosted him, not only read the entire story, but responded to multiple aspects of it and even asked questions about it. Allie and Jason quickly realized that, due to their shared Christian faith and straightforward natures, had no reason to be apprehensive around each other and dove headlong into deepening their relationship. Allie decided to surprise Jason by driving down to meet him after work on August 31st, a move that would have scared away most guys but left Jason feeling flattered, and Jason asked Allie to be his girlfriend before they’d even left the restaurant where they met up for the first time. From there, their relationship continued to be as unconventional as it was in the beginning, but Allie and Jason wouldn’t have it any other way. Whether they were driving to King’s Island to meet Allie’s family or taking a trip to the Netherlands to attend the wedding of some of Jason’s online friends, their love only grew with each adventure and affection filled date. Now preparing to lovingly walk hand in hand into marriage, Allie and Jason invite you to join them in celebrating their union on September 20, 2025.

Adventurous, Unconventional Love

Our Story

Photos

I am Allie's long time friend since she started babysitting me as a kid, but I remember Allie as the cool youth leader that everyone wanted to be around. Whether during summer camps at Hilltop, or general youth group events, Allie was always the first pick for being around even if we didn't need an adult. And there were many good reasons to choose Allie! At camp, she would read her dragon stories to us before we went to sleep. When I couldn't fall asleep, she stayed awake to guide me through a workout in the AM hours while trying to stay quiet enough to not wake anyone else up (we woke at least one person up). One of my favorite stories of Allie as a youth leader was during a fall camping trip. It was freezing, so Allie snuck in a heater for the girls tent. The next day, all the boys were complaining about it being so cold during the night, but us girls had been just fine thanks to Allie! I have so many more stories that I love about Allie, but I'd have to write a whole essay to share them all. A lot of my favorite memories from youth group have Allie in the center of them, and I wouldn't have it any other way!

Ruthanne

Hi, my name is Anissa. I am the most introverted cousin to the bride. I have known Allie since we were babies and her mom babysat my sister and myself. But then she moves so we grew up in different states, and I was always excited when I got to see her. We bonded over books and silly musicals. My favorite memory of us as kids is that one week over summer, we created a nonsense language and annoyed everyone around us, including my older sister and my mom. When Allie went home and told her mom about our new language she found it entertaining and now she joins in sometimes because, honestly we still use it on occasion when we want to chat but neither of us really has anything to say. There was also that time she stayed at my house over Christmas (2023) and hid over 50 sets of chopsticks around my house. I'm still finding them around or my cats are finding them for me!

Anissa

Hello, I'm the favorite cousin. Although I like to think of Allie and I's relationship as more sisterly than anything. Granted, neither one of us knows what it's like to have a sister. That's something we've always had to ask others about when we got curious. Personally, I've always thought having a sister would be exhausting. Brothers don't steal your clothes and after a certain age they don't bother you in the bathroom, either. That said, the sister I call when I need to rant or spill dark secrets to, is Allie, and she uses me the same. What else are sisters for if not to rant to? And if you know Allie, then you know hers are long and as detailed as possible. I'm still trying to figure out if I got the short end of the stick on that one, considering you need an entire day off for one of her stories. So if Jason ever needs the skinny on his bride, he knows who to go to. Me, the favorite cousin.

Hope

I'm Allie's cousin and Anissa's older sister. I like playing Pokémon, watching Youtube videos, anime, and crafting. Growing up, I used to visit Allie at least once a year, and she would visit us for the holidays. Visiting Allie was an adventure in itself. One summer she decided that we'd set up and sleep in a tent in the backyard. She wanted to have her small TV inside with us, thus got a heavy-duty extension cord and plugged it in from the house. Unfortunately, it rained while we were asleep, and due to the cord being connected through the tent door, we woke to a flooded tent. We snuck into the house so we could go back to sleep in Allie's bedroom. Another summer, Allie broke her arm while we were trying to catch the neighbor's dog, who had gotten loose from his backyard. Allie had tripped over another neighbor's decorative fence. I ended up having to carry that chunky boy to his house while her mom took Allie to the ER. She is most definitely one of the more outgoing cousins (Hope is the other of us), adventurous, and silly.    

Lanna

I'm Dan Cartledge.  I play music and am generally awesome.  Too much Radiohead and other alternative rock music has molded me to be quite the sad boy, much to the groom's chagrin.  I have known the groom longer than I've known my wife, and the bride tolerates me just fine.  I think I'm a good addition to the groomsman team.

I'm Albert, one of Jason's brothers. I met Jason a few hours after I born. I decided soon after to be his biggest supporter and tallest brother. Since then he's been my friend, mentor, rival, therapist, and an amazing Mario to my Luigi.

Albert

Jason and I were first acquainted in the summer of 2015 during his band’s rehearsal at a friend’s house. I was immediately drawn to his black finger nail polish which he still rocks proudly today. With a shared interest in music, anime and being cold literally all the time, our friendship blossomed. I abide in Louisville where I foster a deep love for the outdoors, books and Jesus.

Luke

Hello all, I'm Nico: a musician, chef, non-profit worker, Pokemon trainer, and friend of the bride and groom. I met Jason through mutual friends and grew close to him by sharing a bedroom with him and playing in bands together. I met Allie through Jason's phone and over time became her good frenemy. God bless the lovely couple and God bless you (if you're reading this!)

Nico

Hello everyone! I'm Brian (better known as Allie's spiritual guru since youth!). I've known Allie since she was a quiet, book-reading, story-writing phenomenon (all her life? 🤷‍♂️). I'm excited about this next great adventure in her life we call "maawige" (ode to The Princess Bride). When I'm not slinging Truth from the pulpit (🔥), you'll find me deep in books, watching movies of all kinds, traveling, lovin' my awesome honey (Becky) and cool kiddos (Noah & RuthAnne), or fixing my cravings for Culver's curds, concrete mixers & custards! 
I'm praying for Allie and Jason as they say, "I do" and do life together with Christ as their center!

Brian

Hello! My name is Lindsey! I am Allie's super cool sister-in-law. By day I am a multi-tasking ninja (aka kindergarten teacher)  and on the side I enjoy coordinating weddings and telling people what to do. I met Allie when I started dating her brother in 2018. And I met Jason when he started dating Allie in 2023. My favorite memory with Allie involves abandoning her in the middle of Kings Island to sprint across the park to ride my favorite ride one more time. I wish the two of them a lifetime of happiness and love. Congratulations you guys! I will definitely cry at least three times! 

Lindsey

Wedding Party

Weather Update: As of right now it looks like on the 19th we have a high of 90 low of 61 and Saturday the 20th looks like a high of 86 but it will be in the mid to low 70's during the reception, so you may want a jacket. The hotels are organized by distance, with the furthest hotel being located only 20 minutes from the church. There are also a variety of small rooms and houses available on the Airbnb website. So long as you choose a place in Columbus, Indiana, you won't be more than 30 minutes away from the venue.

Hotel Indigo Columbus Architectural Center by IHG in Columbus has 3-star accommodations with a bar. Providing a restaurant, the property also features a fitness center, as well as an indoor pool and a hot tub. The property provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. At the hotel, each room has a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries, guest rooms at Hotel Indigo Columbus Architectural Center by IHG have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms come with a balcony. All rooms include a closet. A business center and vending machines with drinks are available on site at the accommodation. Indianapolis International Airport is 50 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Hotel Indigo Columbus Architectural Center by IHG

This Columbus, Indiana hotel is located next to Interstate 65. It features a daily continental breakfast and guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. The Edinburgh Outlet Mall and Camp Atterbury are 7.5 mi away from the motel. A cable TV is provided in each room at Super 8 Columbus. The traditionally styled rooms also include a microwave, fridge, and coffee-making facilities. Columbus Super 8 is 2.5 mi from Cummins, and 8.1 mi from Otter Creek Golf Course. Historic Nashville, Indiana is less than 30 minutes' drive away.

Super 8 by Wyndham Columbus/Edinburgh

The newly-renovated Sleep Inn &amp; Suites hotel is located at Interstate 65 and State Road 46. Columbus, Indiana features world-renowned architecture and is home to the Fortune 500 company Cummins, as well as other major industries. The hotel is just 42 miles south of Indianapolis, home of the Indianapolis Colts, Indiana Pacers, Indy 500 race, Lucas Oil Stadium, Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Children's Museum of Indianapolis and the Indianapolis Zoo. This Columbus, IN hotel is 70 miles north of Louisville, KY, home of the world-famous Kentucky Derby. All guest rooms at this smoke-free hotel include microwaves, refrigerators, safes, irons, ironing boards, hair dryers and 32-inch flat-screen televisions with 92 channels, including free HBO and TV Japan. Please add in that we are just 20 minutes away from the Brown County Music center Business travelers will especially appreciate the business center with computer, scanner and printer located just off the lobby. Guests of this Columbus, IN hotel will enjoy the Free Morning Medley Hot Breakfast. Other full-service amenities include a fitness center, an indoor heated pool.. The Edinburgh Premium Outlets is just five miles away and hosts over 85 designer and brand name stores. Brown County State Park is only eight miles west. The nearby city of Nashville is a quaint little town offering sightseeing trolley and horse-drawn carriage tours that transport visitors to numerous restaurants and specialty shops, including woodworking, stained glass, leather, pottery and photography studios.

Sleep Inn & Suites Columbus

Holiday Inn - Columbus by IHG features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, a restaurant and bar in Columbus. This 3-star hotel offers room service, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The hotel offers a buffet or American breakfast. Free private parking and a business center are available, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Indianapolis International Airport is 48 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Holiday Inn Columbus by IHG

Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites by Marriott Columbus, IN in Columbus features 3-star accommodations with a fitness center, a shared lounge and a bar. The hotel provides an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel offers a buffet or American breakfast. Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites by Marriott Columbus, IN has a grill. The accommodation also provides a business center and guests can use the on-site ATM machine at Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites by Marriott Columbus, IN. Indianapolis International Airport is 48 miles away.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus, IN

Quality Inn &amp; Suites is located in Columbus. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel has a fitness center and a shared lounge. The property provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a TV. A continental breakfast is available at Quality Inn &amp; Suites. Indianapolis International Airport is 48 miles away.

Quality Inn & Suites

Featuring an indoor pool, this hotel is just 7 miles from Indiana University-Purdue University Columbus. A continental breakfast is served daily. Free Wi-Fi is included in all guest rooms. A 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable is featured in all rooms at La Quinta Inn &amp; Suites Columbus. Every room has a small refrigerator, a microwave and coffee-making facilities. A 24-hour front desk is available at Columbus La Quinta Inn &amp; Suites. Guests can work out in the on-site fitness center. Coin-operated laundry facilities are also provided. Irwin Gardens is 3 miles from this hotel. Columbus Visitors Center is a 7-minute drive from the property.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus - Edinburgh

Located in Columbus, Home2 Suites By Hilton Columbus has barbecue facilities. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a shared lounge and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel features an indoor pool and a business center. At the hotel, the rooms have a desk. Every room has air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at Home2 Suites By Hilton Columbus have a safety deposit box. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The accommodation offers a buffet or American breakfast. Indianapolis International Airport is 48 miles away.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus

Days Inn Columbus Indiana lies just of the Highway 65 and features a fitness center. The modern rooms come with cable TV, free WiFi and luxury beds. Each bright room has an armchair to relax and comes with a safe, a microwave and a fridge. They all have a bathroom provided with free toiletries. A breakfast to grab and go is served in the hotel’s lounge every morning. Several restaurants are within 0.6 mi from the Days inn Columbus Indiana. Harrison Lake Country Club is 5 minutes' drive by car. Miller House and Garden is 9 mi away.

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus IN

Located in Columbus, Country Inn &amp; Suites by Radisson, Columbus-Edinburgh offers 3-star accommodations with a fitness center, a shared lounge and a terrace. The accommodation has an indoor pool, free WiFi and family rooms. Buffet and American breakfast options are available at the hotel. Free private parking and a business center are available, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Indianapolis International Airport is 49 miles from the property.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbus-Edinburgh

Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus is located in Columbus. Among the facilities at this property are a shared lounge and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has family rooms. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a bath or shower, free toiletries and a desk. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a hairdryer, while some rooms at the hotel also have a seating area. All rooms will provide guests with a dishwasher. The breakfast offers buffet, American or vegan options. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus offers 3-star accommodations with an indoor pool, fitness center and hot tub. Indianapolis International Airport is 49 miles from the property.

Residence Inn By Marriott Columbus

This Taylorsville, Indiana hotel is 4 miles from Camp Atterbury. Each guest room is equipped with a flat-screen cable TV and free WiFi. A microwave and fridge are provided in every room at Red Roof Inn Columbus – Taylorsville. For added convenience, tea and coffee-making facilities are also featured. Free bus and truck parking is offered, and free newspapers are available in the lobby of this smoke-free hotel. The Atterbury State Fish and Wildlife Area is 6 miles away. Shopping at the Edinburgh Premium Outlets can be reached in 2 minutes’ drive.

Red Roof Inn Columbus - Taylorsville

Featuring an indoor pool, this Edinburgh, Indiana hotel is steps from Edinburgh Premium Outlet Mall. Guest rooms include cable TV and free WiFi. Each room at has a microwave, fridge and tea and coffee-making facilities at Best Western Horizon Inn. The air-conditioned rooms have a seating area and desk. Guests at this nonsmoking hotel can exercise in the fitness center.The business center offers fax and photocopying. A 24-hour reception is also available. Camp Atterbury is 5.9 miles from Best Western Edinburgh/Columbus. Exit 76 Antique Mall is less than 1 mile away. Columbus, IN is less than 10 miles away.

Best Western Edinburgh/Columbus

The Comfort Inn hotel is within walking distance to Edinburgh Premium Outlets. This shopping center features more than 75 retailers. Camp Atterbury military facility and kidscommons Children's Museum are also close to this hotel. Edinburgh features a number of unique outdoor recreation areas including the Driftwood State Fishing Area, Anderson Falls and Hoosier Horse Park. There are many restaurants and entertainment venues close to the hotel. Hotel features include: Free wireless high-speed Internet access, Free newspaper, Indoor heated pool and Fitness center. Your Morning Breakfast is full of hot options, making breakfast at the Comfort Inn the perfect way to start your day. Enjoy our free hot breakfast featuring eggs, meat, yogurt, fresh fruit, cereal and more, including your choice of hot waffle flavors. Hotel provides business travelers with additional conveniences like a computer with Internet access, and access to copy and fax service. All guest rooms at this hotel are furnished with high-definition televisions, coffee makers with free coffee, curved shower rods, hair dryers, irons, ironing boards, pillow-top mattresses and cable television. Work desks, microwaves, refrigerators and sofa sleepers are available in some rooms. Nonsmoking rooms can be requested. Join us in the lobby for our nightly manager's reception. Laundry facilities are located on the premises and on-site parking is provided.

Comfort Inn Edinburgh - Columbus

Hampton Inn Columbus/Taylorsville is a 3-star property located in Edinburgh. The hotel has an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. Indianapolis International Airport is 42 miles from the property.

Hampton Inn Columbus/Taylorsville/Edinburgh

This hotel is 10 miles from downtown Columbus and 3 miles from Edinburgh. The hotel features guest an indoor pool, hot tub and rooms with flat-screen TVs. Hilton Garden Inn Columbus Edinburgh rooms include a microwave and refrigerator. The rooms also have a seating area and work desk. The Hilton Garden Inn Edinburgh guests can work out in the gym. The hotel also offers a snack store. The Hilton Garden Inn is adjacent to the Edinburgh Premium Outlet Mall, which features shopping. The Brown County State Park is within a 30-minute drive of the hotel.

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus/Edinburgh

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Reception services featuring safety deposit boxes are available to cater to your requirements.Securing passes to the city's top attractions is simple with the hotel's ticket service and tours.For extended visits or whenever required, the laundromat, dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain clean and accessible.Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. For minor or impromptu requirements, the convenience stores can promptly cater to them without the necessity of stepping out from the hotel. The hotel is completely smoke-free.In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted.Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For an elevated experience at hotel, select rooms are equipped with air conditioning to improve your stay. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like daily newspaper, television, in-room video streaming and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker.It is worth noting that certain guest bathrooms feature a hair dryer, toiletries and towels for your convenience. Begin your day on a delightful note with a scrumptious complimentary breakfast, consistently served at Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Columbus Edinburgh By IHG. Begin your holiday mornings right with your essential cup of coffee, offered daily at the cafe on-site. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at hotel to enhance your experience.Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Columbus Edinburgh By IHG provides a superb assortment of leisure amenities for guests to enjoy. Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool.Eliminate those holiday calories by stopping by hotel and making use of their well-equipped exercise amenities.

Allie & Jason

Allie & Jason

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