We believe our story is a testament to God’s perfect timing and grace. We first crossed paths at LA Fitness on the evening of Thursday, September 21, 2023, where we had our first conversation and prayer together, followed by hours of discussion at Chipotle. From that moment, it was becoming clear that God had a plan to bring us together.

Our journey together has been filled with both joyful and challenging moments. We navigated through life’s ups and downs, including an unexpected bout of food poisoning in the early days of our relationship. From church camps to family events and ministry, we have grown together immensely.

On the last night of a family vacation in Panama City, FL, Daniel proposed on August 1, 2024, marking a beautiful moment in our shared journey.

As we look forward to starting our life together, united in Christ, and moving into our new apartment after the wedding, we are excited to embark on this next chapter with God’s blessings and the support of our loved ones.

Thank you for being a part of our lives and celebrating this special day with us.

With love and gratitude,

Catherine Smith and Daniel Simmons