Redeemer Lutheran Church

Wedding Ceremony

Warren County Fair 4H Building

Wedding Reception

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

Cole and Ema met in February of 2024 by using the app, Tinder. They matched while Ema was in Sioux Falls, South Dakota for a girls trip with Katrina and Kendyl. Once they finally were able to meet in person, it was love at first sight. That night was full of uncontrollable laughs and getting to know each other. Once Ema had to return home to Iowa, they both were determined to make a long-distance relationship work. They officially began dating, and started to make the nearly 5 hour drive both ways almost every weekend. Although the weekends were amazing, being able to spend time together, the weekdays apart were sometimes hard, but they made it work. As the love for each other began to grow, so did the mileage on their vehicles. Cole and Ema have made many adventures throughout their relationship, by traveling to Custer, South Dakota, Montana, a Vikings Game, Kansas City, Cole teaching Ema to drive equipment on the farm, and visiting Ema's family lake property. Their biggest adventure was when Cole moved down to Iowa and they found a house to live in together near St Marys. In the past couple of years, their time together has been amazing, full of laughter, love, and unforgettable moments. They are so excited to begin this next chapter in their lives as husband and wife!

Our Story

Photos

Zoe is the bride’s older sister and the mother of Parker (flower girl) and Breuer (ring bearer). Growing up, Zoe and Ema were inseparable—always playing together—and as they got older they’ve become each other’s closest support.

Zoe Parker

Katrina is one of the brides closest friends. Ema and Katrina have been best of friends ever since their mothers forced them to be friends. You will rarely see Ema and Katrina without the third person of this trio, Kendyl.

Katrina Davis

Kendyl is another close friend to the bride. Ema and Kendyl have been very close since freshman year of high school. Kendyl is the third person of this friend group trio. Whenever all 3 are together, it will for sure be a party!

Kendyl Hoch

Kayla is the grooms youngest sister. Kayla is always full of energy and likes to have a great time. She is married to Tate, the best man.

Kayla Tieszen

Tate is the groom's best friend. He and Cole went to high school together. They became close friends the years following graduation. Tate loves being outdoors and having a good time with his friends.

Tate Tieszen

Greg is the groom's cousin. He was like an older brother to the groom growing up. Greg is a great family man with his 2 adorable kids and wife.

Greg Engbrecht

Tyler is the groom's childhood bestfriend. They were always together by hanging out and playing sports.

Tyler Kjetland

Brock is the bride's brother. Brock loves to have a good time and will definitely make everyone laugh either with his sense of humor or his killer dance moves.

Brock Parker

Cody is one of the brides cousins. He is super fun to be around and loves to party!

Cody Parker

Tyce is one of the groom’s close friends. He and Cole played sports together throughout high school, building a lasting friendship they’ve kept ever since.

Tyce Ortman

Parker is the bride's niece, daughter to Zoe. Parker definitely loves attention and dancing and is sweet as can be!

Parker Curry

Taytum is the brides built in niece and the daughter of Kendyl. She loves tearing up the dance floor and playing around!

Taytum Hoch

Breuer is the brides nephew, son to Zoe. He is a sweet, smiley little boy and handsome as ever.

Breuer Fredricks

Wedding Party

RSVP and Invites

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Food & Drink

Traveling

Q + A

They do not block off rooms - CALL to reserve a room, state that it is for the Papendick/Parker wedding to receive a discount. Country Inn &amp; Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA provides flawless service and all the necessary facilities for visitors.- Complimentary internet access- Pool- Complimentary BreakfastDuring leisurely days and evenings, in-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping enable you to maximize your stay in the room. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as television offered in certain accommodations. In select rooms, the hotel offers visitors access to a refrigerator. It is worth noting that certain guest bathrooms feature a hair dryer and towels for your convenience.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA

Booking Link: https://hotels.cloudbeds.com/reservation/GibaXA?allotment_block_code=b842644&checkin=2026-09-18&checkout=2026-09-20 You must book before August 4th, 2026 and cancel up to 7 days before arrival date. Located in the middle of Indianola, they offer cozy hangout spots and a breakfast buffet in the morning.

Hotel Pommier Indianola

https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1744136293978&amp;key=CORP&amp;guestreslink2=true&amp;app=resvlink Use above link to access a discount for the wedding! Fairfield by Marriott Inn &amp; Suites Norwalk is located in Norwalk, Des Moines International Airport is 2.5 miles away. 14 miles away from Indianola Iowa. Enjoy spacious, contemporary rooms with plush bedding, Smart TVs, and ergonomic workstations. Suites provide extra luxury. Start your day with our complimentary hot breakfast buffet. Stay active in our fitness center or relax in our outdoor pool. Wind down at our lobby bar with handcrafted cocktails.

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk

If you would like you can camp at the site of the venue! The Warren County Fairgrounds offer camping available to anyone. It is a first come, first serve basis. The website is going to show you the camping fare during Fair season, it is not that amount on non-event weekends.

Fairview Campground Park

There are many homes to stay at within Indianola through Airbnb! There are also places available in nearby towns;Norwalk: 14 miles from IndianolaDes Moines: 17.4 - 30 miles from IndianolaCumming: 21.5 miles from IndianolaCarlisle: 12 miles from Indianola

Ema & Cole

Ema & Cole

Travel

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA

Hotel Pommier Indianola

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk

Fairview Campground Park

Airbnb